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Celestyal Discovery vs Norwegian Sun
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Norwegian Sun wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Celestyal Discovery
Norwegian Sun
Size
55,820 GT
78,309 GT
Passengers
1,260
1,936
Year built
1991
2001
Crew ratio
2.2 guests per crew
2.1 guests per crew
Space ratio
44.3 GT per guest
40.5 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
236 m
258 m
From price
No data
$769 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Norwegian Sun is the significantly larger vessel at 78,309 GT, 40% more than Celestyal Discovery's 55,820 GT. Celestyal Discovery offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.3 GT per passenger versus 40.5. Built in 2001, Norwegian Sun is 10 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Sun |
| Capacity | Norwegian Sun |
| Modernity | Norwegian Sun |
| Service | Norwegian Sun |
| Spaciousness | Celestyal Discovery |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Sun |
| Fleet Power | Norwegian Sun |
Bottom line: Norwegian Sun leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Norwegian Sun for overall superiority; pick Celestyal Discovery if Spaciousness matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Sun if
- You want the newer ship (built 2001, 10 years newer)
- Size matters to you (78,309 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,936 guests)
- More crew per guest (2.1 guests per crew)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Celestyal Discovery | Norwegian Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | No sailings | $769 pp |
| Per night | No data | $70 pp |
| Departing | No data | Nov 18 |
| Duration | No data | 11 nights |
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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.
