Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
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)
Disney Dream
Serenade of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Disney Dream
129,750 GT
Serenade of the Seas
90,090 GT
Length
Disney Dream
340 m
Serenade of the Seas
293 m
Beam
Disney Dream
37 m
Serenade of the Seas
32.2 m
Passengers
Disney Dream
4,000
Serenade of the Seas
2,143
Crew
Disney Dream
1,450
Serenade of the Seas
884
Decks
Disney Dream
—
Serenade of the Seas
13
Year Built
Disney Dream
2,011
Serenade of the Seas
2,003
Space Ratio
Disney Dream
32.4 GT/pax
Serenade of the Seas
42.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Disney Dream
2.76 :1
Serenade of the Seas
2.42 :1
| Specification | Disney Dream | Serenade of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Dream Class | Radiance Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,011Winner | 2,003 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 129,750 GTWinner | 90,090 GT |
| Length | 340 mWinner | 293 m |
| Beam | 37 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,000Winner | 2,143 |
| Crew | 1,450Winner | 884 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 32.4 GT/pax | 42.0 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.76:1 | 2.42:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9434254 | 9228200 |
Disney Dream is the significantly larger vessel at 129,750 GT — 44% more than Serenade of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Serenade of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 32.4. Built in 2011, Disney Dream is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Disney Dream |
| Capacity | Disney Dream |
| Modernity | Disney Dream |
| Service | Serenade of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Serenade of the Seas |
Bottom line: Disney Dream wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Disney Dream
Large 4,000-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
4,000 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Serenade of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
42 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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32.2 m |
| Draft | 8.6 mWinner | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | 13 |
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