Princess Cruises is gearing up for the exciting debut of its newest ship, the Star Princess, set to launch on October 4, 2025. As the second ship in the line’s Sphere Class, the Star Princess blends next-generation design with the classic Princess experience, offering guests new features, stunning entertainment, exclusive dining venues, and family-friendly spaces.
Here’s a full look at what to expect when you step aboard this new ship:
Ship Specifications and Launch Details
- Length: 1,133 feet
- Beam: 126 feet
- Gross Tonnage: 175,500
- Guest Capacity: 4,300 passengers
- Crew: 1,500
- Fuel Type: Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) for greater sustainability
- Sister Ship: Sun Princess February 2024
Originally scheduled for an August 2025 launch, construction delays shifted the maiden voyage to October 4, 2025, with the ship sailing an inaugural Mediterranean season before heading to the Caribbean.
Innovative Features
The Star Princess is packed with new, first-of-their-kind spaces for Princess:
- The Dome: A stunning glass-enclosed pool area by day, which transforms into a dynamic entertainment venue with aerial performances and live shows at night. Inspired by Santorini’s terraces.
- The Sphere: A breathtaking, glass-enclosed Piazza offering 360-degree ocean views at the heart of the ship.
- Princess Arena: A next-generation, reconfigurable theater that hosts a variety of dazzling live productions.
Onboard Dining:
Dining aboard Star Princess is a journey in itself, with exciting new venues joining returning favorites:
- The Butcher’s Block by Dario: Legendary butcher Dario Cecchini brings his expertise to sea, offering aged, premium cuts of meat in a lively, rustic setting.
- Love by Britto: First introduced on Sun Princess, this specialty restaurant brings a colorful and playful atmosphere to the dining experience. Created in partnership with world-renowned artist Romero Britto, the venue celebrates love, life, and creativity through both its setting and its menu. Guests can enjoy a prix fixe meal curated by Master Chef Rudi Sodamin, designed to be as imaginative as the artwork that surrounds them.
- Makoto Ocean: Celebrity chef Makoto Okuwa’s new venue serves beautifully crafted sushi and Japanese dishes with a modern flair.
- The Eatery: A relaxed buffet-style restaurant featuring global cuisine with both indoor and outdoor seating options.
- The Catch by Rudi: A seafood-forward dining experience by Chef Rudi Sodamin, offering beautifully presented lobster, shrimp, oysters, and his signature Fruits de Mer tower.
- Horizons Dining Room: The three-story main dining room with spectacular wake views and an ever-changing menu.
- Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria: Serving traditional Italian family recipes.
- Crown Grill: A classic Princess steakhouse experience.
- Umai Teppanyaki: An interactive dining option where chefs prepare meals right in front of guests.
Staterooms and Suites
Accommodations on Star Princess offer both innovation and indulgence:
- Sanctuary Collection Suites:
Star Princess introduces the Sanctuary Collection, an elevated experience for guests staying in select premium suites. Guests enjoy:- Exclusive access to the Sanctuary Club, a private outdoor relaxation area.Private dining at the Sanctuary Restaurant.Reserved seating in the Princess Arena theater.A complimentary spa treatment.Priority embarkation and disembarkation, plus concierge service.
- All-New Cabana Mini-Suites (Deck 9):
Unique to Star Princess, these mini-suites include:- An indoor-outdoor cabana that extends the living space.
- Access to the exclusive Cabana Deck, an outdoor relaxation zone only for Cabana guests.
- Modern decor, luxury bedding, and spacious seating areas.
- Sky Suites:
Located at the top of the ship, these two-bedroom, two-bathroom suites offer the largest balconies at sea—perfect for families or groups.
Family-Friendly Spaces
Star Princess makes sure there’s plenty for families to love, with spaces that are designed just as much for kids and teens as they are for parents.
Firefly Park is a bright, colorful space made for younger kids, starting at just six months old and going up to about seven years. It’s designed with fun activities, creative play areas, and even offers late-night babysitting if parents want a little time to themselves.
Neon Grove is where tweens can hang out, play video games, get creative, and just chill in a space that’s all their own — perfect for those in-between ages.
The Underground gives teens a stylish spot to meet up, with movie nights, video games, dance parties, and more ways to stay entertained on their terms.
If you heard about Park19 on the Sun Princess, you might know the original version needed a few tweaks. On Star Princess, they’re getting it right from the start. Park19 will open fully ready to go with a sports court for pickleball and basketball, plus a jogging track, a splash pad for kids to cool off, and plenty of shaded areas where families can relax and catch a break from the sun.
Bars and Lounges
Star Princess features a mix of lively and relaxing spots to grab a drink:
- Spellbound by Magic Castle: A magical Victorian-themed bar where real magicians perform mind-bending tricks, all paired with theatrical cocktails.
- Crooners: A classic piano bar serving up martinis and live music.
- O’Malley’s Irish Pub: An authentic pub experience with traditional snacks, hearty drinks, and nightly entertainment.
- Wheelhouse Bar: A cozy lounge with a rich nautical vibe and an excellent whiskey selection.
- Bellini’s Cocktail Bar: The place for sparkling cocktails and Italian-inspired drinks located in the Piazza.
- Good Spirits at Sea: A destination-focused cocktail experience where bartenders craft drinks inspired by ports of call while telling the story behind each drink.
Entertainment and Shows:
Guests can look forward to a large variety of entertainment every night:
- Broadway-style shows at the Princess Arena.
- Live aerial performances under The Dome.
- Magic acts at Spellbound by Magic Castle.
- Live music across several venues, from intimate piano performances to high-energy Irish pub nights.
Inaugural Itineraries:
- Maiden Voyage: An 11-day Mediterranean cruise departing Barcelona on October 4, 2025, visiting ports in Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
- Transatlantic Crossing: A 14-day sailing from Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale departing October 22, 2025.
- Caribbean Season: Starting November 2025, Star Princess will sail Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries from Fort Lauderdale.
