$749/person$54/night
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Norwegian Star vs Norwegian Viva
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Norwegian Viva wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Norwegian Star
Norwegian Viva
Size
91,740 GT
142,500 GT
Passengers
2,348
3,215
Year built
2001
2023
Crew ratio
2.3 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
39.1 GT per guest
44.3 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
294 m
294 m
From price
$479 pp
$559 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Norwegian Viva is the significantly larger vessel at 142,500 GT, 55% more than Norwegian Star's 91,740 GT. Norwegian Viva offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.3 GT per passenger versus 39.1. Built in 2023, Norwegian Viva is 22 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Viva |
| Capacity | Norwegian Viva |
| Modernity | Norwegian Viva |
| Service | Norwegian Star |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Viva |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Norwegian Viva |
Bottom line: Norwegian Viva leads 5–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Norwegian Viva for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Star if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Star if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- Lower fares per night (from $54 per person per night)
Choose Norwegian Viva if
- You want the newer ship (built 2023, 22 years newer)
- Size matters to you (142,500 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,215 guests)
- More space per guest (44.3 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Norwegian Star | Norwegian Viva |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $479 pp | $559 pp |
| Per night | $80 pp | $80 pp |
| Departing | Dec 20 | Nov 14 |
| Duration | 6 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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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.
