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Celebrity Solstice

Solstice Class · Celebrity Cruise Line

BUILT
2008
Refit 2021
SIZE
121,878 GT
1,033 ft length
CAPACITY
2,852
guests · 1,250 crew
DECKS
14
passenger decks
CALL SIGN9HRJ9
MMSI357281000
IMO9362530
FLAGMalta

// ABOUT THE SHIP

About the Ship

Celebrity Solstice is a Solstice-class cruise ship operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, originally launched in 2008 (18 years ago). She is one of 16 active ships in the Celebrity fleet and sails alongside 4 sister ships in the Solstice class. The ship underwent her most recent renovation in 2021, which included updates to onboard features and spaces.

At 121,878 gross tons and 1,033 feet (315 meters) long, the Celebrity Solstice is larger than the Celebrity fleet average of 980 feet. The ship spans 14 passenger decks (Deck 2 through Deck 16) with a beam of 121 feet and a draft of 27 feet. Originally built at an estimated cost of $640 million, the ship is flagged in Malta.

The Celebrity Solstice accommodates up to 2,852 guests, which is above the Celebrity fleet average of 2,781. There are 1,426 staterooms onboard, averaging roughly 2 guests per cabin at full occupancy. A crew of approximately 1,250 keeps the ship running, resulting in a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.3:1.

Onboard the Celebrity Solstice, guests can choose from 61 venues including 12 dining options, 13 bars and lounges, 29 activities. The casino is located on Deck 4 and the buffet can be found on Deck 14.

Cruises on the Celebrity Solstice currently start from $91 per night. Browse all available Celebrity Solstice sailings to compare dates, itineraries, and cabin prices.

// DECK PLANS

Deck Plans – 14 Decks to explore

Celebrity Solstice spans 14 passenger-accessible decks with 1,426 staterooms and 61 onboard venues — including 29 activities, 13 bars & lounges, 12 dining, and 7 shopping. Explore every level from bow to stern using the interactive deck plans below.

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PASSENGER DECKS

14

guest-accessible decks

STATEROOMS

1,426

cabins across all categories

VENUES ONBOARD

61venues

BY TYPE

Activities29
Bars & lounges13
Dining12
Shopping7
// CRUISES

Celebrity Solstice Cruises

Celebrity Solstice offers 3 sailings in June, ranging 7 nights, departing from Vancouver, British Columbia, starting from $1405 / guest.

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// CABINS

Cabins – 1,426 staterooms

Celebrity Solstice has a total of 1,426 cabins throughout its 14 passenger decks. Those are made up of 70 Ocean View, 473 Suite, 743 Veranda and 140 Inside cabins. The 21 stateroom categories that make up these 4 cabin types are found below, along with counts for each.

Cabin search
OCEAN VIEW
70cabins
2 CATEGORIES
O2Ocean View Standard
42
O1Prime Ocean View
28
SUITE
473cabins
11 CATEGORIES
C2Concierge Class Standard
144
C1Prime Concierge Class
96
A2AquaClass
84
A1Prime AquaClass
65
SSSunset Sky Suite
20
SCSunset Concierge Class
18
S1Sky Suite
14
CSCelebrity Suite
12
ASAquaClass Sky Suite
10
RSRoyal Suite
8
PSPenthouse Suite
2
VERANDA
743cabins
6 CATEGORIES
V2Veranda Standard
357
V1Prime Veranda
172
V3Veranda (partial view)
120
DVDeluxe Veranda
66
SVSunset Veranda
24
UVUltra Deluxe Veranda / Family
4
INSIDE
140cabins
2 CATEGORIES
I1Inside Stateroom
72
I2Inside
68

// SHIP CLASS

Solsticeclass

YEARS

2008–2012

AVG SIZE

123k GT

AVG LENGTH

1,039 ft

AVG CAPACITY

2,897

The Solstice class include five ships: Solstice (2008), Equinox (2009), Eclipse (2010), Silhouette (2011), and Reflection (2012). These ships boast modern, elegant design and innovative amenities, such as the Lawn Club, a half-acre of real grass on the top deck offering outdoor activities (bocce, croquet, musical entertainment, etc) to guests. The Solstice class also introduced AquaClass, a spa-inspired cabin category. The five included ships also feature advanced environmental systems, such as solar panels and energy-efficient propulsion.

// THINGS TO DO

Things to do

Celebrity Solstice features 56 venues across 14 decks, including 25 activity, 13 bar, 11 dining, 2 other and 5 shopping. Explore every onboard experience from dining and entertainment to pools, fitness and more.

// AGE & RENOVATIONS

Celebrity Solstice ship age vs the fleet

Built in 2008 and last renovated in 2021, Celebrity Solstice is 18 years old. The fleet average age is 12.9 years. She is newer than 27% of the 16-ship fleet, ranking #12 from newest to oldest.

THIS SHIP

Age at a glance

BUILT

2008

18 years old today

LAST RENOVATED

2021

5 yrs ago

FLEET AVERAGE

12.9 yrs

5.1 older

NEWER THAN

27%

of fleet

FLEET RANK

#12

of 16

FLEET RANKING

By age, newest to oldest

#12 newest of 16 ships

Out of 16 ships in the fleet, Celebrity Solstice ranks #12 when sorted from newest to oldest by build year.

NEWESTOLDEST

AGE BENCHMARKS

Celebrity Solstice vs the fleet

Newest ship
-2 yrs
Celebrity Solstice
18 yrs
Fleet average
12.9 yrs
Oldest ship
26 yrs

SHIP RENOVATIONS

Last major refit

LAST RENOVATED

2021

5 years ago

The 2021 refurbishment of Celebrity Solstice was a Solstice-class modernization focused on refreshing guest spaces while maintaining the ship’s signature design elements. Staterooms were updated with new soft goods, refreshed furnishings, and improved lighting to create a brighter, more contemporary atmosphere. Public areas, including lounges and gathering spaces, received updated décor, new furniture, and layout improvements. Dining venues were enhanced with refreshed finishes and updated design details to improve both aesthetics and guest flow. In addition to visible upgrades, the drydock included extensive mechanical and technical work, such as propulsion maintenance, hotel-system upgrades, and systems inspections, ensuring the ship remained reliable, efficient, and comfortable for future sailings. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in 2026. In 2026, the Celebrity Solstice will undergo the Solstice-class modernization program. The major refurbishment will introduce all-new dining concepts such as premium eateries replacing longstanding favorites, reinvented outdoor spaces and lounges that elevate social and relaxation zones, and upgraded accommodations including refreshed staterooms and all-new stateroom categories that echo features found on Celebrity’s newer Edge-class vessels. Major public spaces will be reimagined with updated décor and thoughtful design to enhance guest flow and comfort, while entertainment venues and lounges receive refreshed aesthetics and programming options. In addition to these guest-visible enhancements, the initiative includes substantial technical and systems upgrades to hotel infrastructure, IT, navigation equipment, mechanical components, and environmental systems, ensuring the ships remain competitive, efficient, and compliant as they continue operating globally. This Solstice-class modernization reflects Celebrity’s strategy of revitalizing its core midsize ships with contemporary luxury, premium dining, and cutting-edge amenities that match guest expectations for high-end cruising experiences.

// SHIP SIZE

How big is Celebrity Solstice?

Compare the Celebrity Solstice ship size with the rest of the Celebrity fleet below. Included, you'll find gross tonnage, length, and the relationship between the two graphed in the scatter plot.

Celebrity Solstice measures 121,878 GT and 1,033 ft in length. The average size of a Celebrity ship is 113k gross tons and the average ship length is 980 ft. Celebrity Solstice is 8% larger and 5% longer than the average ship in the fleet.

// THIS SHIP

122k GT

CELEBRITY SOLSTICE

// AVERAGE

113k GT

FLEET AVERAGE

// LARGEST

141k GT

CELEBRITY XCEL

// SMALLEST

6k GT

CELEBRITY FLORA

// PROPORTIONAL AREA · 16 SHIPS · TOTAL 1808K GT

Celebrity XCel141K GT
Celebrity Xcite141K GT
Celebrity Ascent141K GT
Celebrity Beyond141K GT
Celebrity Edge131K GT
Celebrity Apex131K GT
Celebrity Reflection125K GT
Celebrity Silhouette122K GT
Celebrity Eclipse122K GT
Celebrity Solstice122K GT
Celebrity Equinox122K GT
Celebrity Millennium91K GT
Celebrity Constellation91K GT
Celebrity Summit91K GT
Celebrity Infinity91K GT
Celebrity XCel141k GT
Celebrity Xcite141k GT
Celebrity Ascent141k GT
Celebrity Beyond141k GT
Celebrity Edge131k GT
Celebrity Apex131k GT
Celebrity Reflection125k GT
Celebrity Silhouette122k GT
Celebrity Eclipse122k GT
Celebrity Solstice122k GT
Celebrity Equinox122k GT
Celebrity Millennium91k GT
Celebrity Constellation91k GT
Celebrity Summit91k GT
Celebrity Infinity91k GT
Celebrity Flora6k GT

EACH CIRCLE'S AREA IS PROPORTIONAL TO GROSS TONNAGE · HOVER FOR DETAILS

// CAPACITY

Passenger Capacity

The Celebrity Solstice carries up to 2,852 guests and operates at roughly 100% capacity, so you can expect that number will accurately reflect your fellow passenger count. These guests are looked after by a crew of 1,250 staff members, representing a guest-to-crew ratio of 2.3:1. On average, Celebrity ships have 2,338 guests and 1,007 crew, which works out to a fleet-average ratio of 2.3:1.

// GUESTS

2,852

at full occupancy

// CREW

1,250

international staff

// RATIO

2.3:1

service ratio

// 4,102 PEOPLE ABOARD AT FULL CAPACITY

Guests2,852
Crew1,250
EACH FIGURE = 10 PEOPLE

// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About the Celebrity Solstice

FAQs for the Celebrity Solstice. Here are the most popular questions asked by our community members regarding this Celebrity ship.

01On which deck is the Celebrity Solstice Casino located?

You will find the Celebrity Solstice Casino on Deck 4 of the ship.

02On which deck is the Celebrity Solstice buffet located?

You will find the Celebrity Solstice buffet on Deck 14 of the ship.

03When was the Celebrity Solstice last refurbished?

The 2021 refurbishment of Celebrity Solstice was a Solstice-class modernization focused on refreshing guest spaces while maintaining the ship’s signature design elements. Staterooms were updated with new soft goods, refreshed furnishings, and improved lighting to create a brighter, more contemporary atmosphere. Public areas, including lounges and gathering spaces, received updated décor, new furniture, and layout improvements. Dining venues were enhanced with refreshed finishes and updated design details to improve both aesthetics and guest flow. In addition to visible upgrades, the drydock included extensive mechanical and technical work, such as propulsion maintenance, hotel-system upgrades, and systems inspections, ensuring the ship remained reliable, efficient, and comfortable for future sailings. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in 2026. In 2026, the Celebrity Solstice will undergo the Solstice-class modernization program. The major refurbishment will introduce all-new dining concepts such as premium eateries replacing longstanding favorites, reinvented outdoor spaces and lounges that elevate social and relaxation zones, and upgraded accommodations including refreshed staterooms and all-new stateroom categories that echo features found on Celebrity’s newer Edge-class vessels. Major public spaces will be reimagined with updated décor and thoughtful design to enhance guest flow and comfort, while entertainment venues and lounges receive refreshed aesthetics and programming options. In addition to these guest-visible enhancements, the initiative includes substantial technical and systems upgrades to hotel infrastructure, IT, navigation equipment, mechanical components, and environmental systems, ensuring the ships remain competitive, efficient, and compliant as they continue operating globally. This Solstice-class modernization reflects Celebrity’s strategy of revitalizing its core midsize ships with contemporary luxury, premium dining, and cutting-edge amenities that match guest expectations for high-end cruising experiences.

04What is the Celebrity Solstice ship class?

The ship belongs to the Celebrity class of ships known as the Solstice class.

05What does the Celebrity Solstice offer in terms of things to do?

The ship features 12 restaurants, 13 bars, 29 activities, 0 shows and 7 other venues for your enjoyment. You can click on our ship deck plans or details pages for a full list of activities, sorted by feature type.

06How many decks are on the Celebrity Solstice?

The Celebrity Solstice has a total of 14 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 2. The upper most passenger deck is Level 16.

07What is the Celebrity Solstice capacity?

We're often asked how many passengers are on the Celebrity Solstice. The ship's capacity is 2,852. When comparing the occupancy to the average Celebrity passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 2,781 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live Celebrity ships.

08How old is the Celebrity Solstice?

The Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008. Celebrity includes 16 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 2000 while the newest ship was built in 2028. The average Celebrity ship is 13 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2012

09Is the Celebrity Solstice a good ship?

Each of Celebrity's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the Celebrity Solstice is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.

10How long is the Celebrity Solstice?

From end to end, the Celebrity Solstice length equals 1,033 feet (315 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 16 active vessels in Celebrity fleet, measuring 980 feet (299 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.

Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed ship and fleet data.

LAST UPDATED · JUNE 9, 2026

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