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Celebrity Silhouette vs Norwegian Star
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Celebrity Silhouette wins 7 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Celebrity Silhouette
Norwegian Star
Size
122,000 GT
91,740 GT
Passengers
2,886
2,348
Year built
2011
2001
Crew ratio
2.3 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
42.3 GT per guest
39.1 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
315 m
294 m
From price
$948.15 pp
$819 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Celebrity Silhouette is the significantly larger vessel at 122,000 GT, 33% more than Norwegian Star's 91,740 GT. Built in 2011, Celebrity Silhouette is 10 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Celebrity Silhouette accommodates 538 more guests (2,886 vs 2,348), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Norwegian Star trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Celebrity Silhouette |
| Capacity | Celebrity Silhouette |
| Modernity | Celebrity Silhouette |
| Service | Celebrity Silhouette |
| Spaciousness | Celebrity Silhouette |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Celebrity Silhouette |
| Fleet Power | Celebrity Silhouette |
Bottom line: Celebrity Silhouette leads 7–0 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Celebrity Silhouette for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Star if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Celebrity Silhouette if
- You want the newer ship (built 2011, 10 years newer)
- Size matters to you (122,000 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,886 guests)
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Celebrity Silhouette | Norwegian Star |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $948.15 pp | $819 pp |
| Per night | $158 pp | $59 pp |
| Departing | Nov 15 | Nov 20 |
| Duration | 6 nights | 14 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Celebrity Silhouette
$1,638/person$205/night
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6 Night Grand Cayman, Mexico & Bahamas
Celebrity • Celebrity Silhouette
Nov 15, 2026 · 6 nights
Bahamas
$948/person$158/night
View DealUpcoming Sailings on Norwegian Star
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
