Ship comparison
Oosterdam vs Volendam
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Oosterdam wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Oosterdam
Volendam
Size
82,318 GT
63,000 GT
Passengers
1,964
1,432
Year built
2003
1999
Crew ratio
2.4 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
41.9 GT per guest
44.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
285 m
238 m
From price
$1,019 pp
$1,599 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Oosterdam is the significantly larger vessel at 82,318 GT, 31% more than Volendam's 63,000 GT. Built in 2003, Oosterdam is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Oosterdam accommodates 532 more guests (1,964 vs 1,432), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Volendam trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Oosterdam |
| Capacity | Oosterdam |
| Modernity | Oosterdam |
| Service | Volendam |
| Spaciousness | Volendam |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Oosterdam |
| Fleet Power | Oosterdam |
Bottom line: Oosterdam leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Oosterdam for overall superiority; pick Volendam if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Oosterdam if
- You want the newer ship (built 2003, 4 years newer)
- Size matters to you (82,318 GT)
- More onboard variety (1,964 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $73 per person per night)
Choose Volendam if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (44.0 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Oosterdam | Volendam |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $1,019 pp | $1,599 pp |
| Per night | $73 pp | $114 pp |
| Departing | Nov 4 | Dec 22 |
| Duration | 14 nights | 14 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.
