Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Costa Fascinosa
Enchantment of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Costa Fascinosa
114,500 GT
Enchantment of the Seas
82,910 GT
Length
Costa Fascinosa
290 m
Enchantment of the Seas
301 m
Beam
Costa Fascinosa
36 m
Enchantment of the Seas
32 m
Passengers
Costa Fascinosa
3,012
Enchantment of the Seas
2,730
Crew
Costa Fascinosa
1,100
Enchantment of the Seas
840
Decks
Costa Fascinosa
—
Enchantment of the Seas
—
Year Built
Costa Fascinosa
2,012
Enchantment of the Seas
1,997
Space Ratio
Costa Fascinosa
38.0 GT/pax
Enchantment of the Seas
30.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Costa Fascinosa
2.74 :1
Enchantment of the Seas
3.25 :1
| Specification | Costa Fascinosa | Enchantment of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Costa Cruises | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Concordia Class | Vision Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,012Winner | 1,997 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 114,500 GTWinner | 82,910 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 301 mWinner |
| Beam | 36 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,012Winner | 2,730 |
| Crew | 1,100Winner | 840 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 38.0 GT/paxWinner | 30.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.74:1Winner | 3.25:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Kvaerner Masa-Yards |
| Flag | Italy | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9479864 | 9074927 |
Costa Fascinosa is the significantly larger vessel at 114,500 GT — 38% more than Enchantment of the Seas's 82,910 GT. Costa Fascinosa offers more personal space with a space ratio of 38.0 GT per passenger versus 30.4. Built in 2012, Costa Fascinosa is 15 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Costa Fascinosa |
| Capacity | Costa Fascinosa |
| Modernity | Costa Fascinosa |
| Service | Costa Fascinosa |
| Spaciousness | Costa Fascinosa |
Bottom line: Costa Fascinosa wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Costa Fascinosa
Large 3,012-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,012 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Enchantment of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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32 m |
| Draft | 8.3 mWinner | 7.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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