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Grand Princess vs Sapphire Princess
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Sapphire Princess wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Grand Princess
Sapphire Princess
Size
108,806 GT
115,875 GT
Passengers
2,600
2,670
Year built
1998
2004
Crew ratio
2.3 guests per crew
2.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
41.9 GT per guest
43.4 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
290 m
290 m
From price
$1,534 pp
$2,899 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Sapphire Princess is the larger vessel at 115,875 GT, 6% more than Grand Princess's 108,806 GT. Built in 2004, Sapphire Princess is 6 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Grand Princess edges ahead in service at 2.3 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Sapphire Princess |
| Capacity | Sapphire Princess |
| Modernity | Sapphire Princess |
| Service | Grand Princess |
| Spaciousness | Sapphire Princess |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Sapphire Princess |
Bottom line: Sapphire Princess leads 5–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Sapphire Princess for overall superiority; pick Grand Princess if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Grand Princess if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- Lower fares per night (from $121 per person per night)
Choose Sapphire Princess if
- You want the newer ship (built 2004, 6 years newer)
- Size matters to you (115,875 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,670 guests)
- More space per guest (43.4 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Grand Princess | Sapphire Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $1,534 pp | $2,899 pp |
| Per night | $170 pp | $181 pp |
| Departing | Nov 30 | Nov 6 |
| Duration | 9 nights | 16 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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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.
