Royal Caribbean’s Celebrity Cruises is investing more than $250 mill to modernise its ‘Solstice’ class cruise ships, starting with ’Celebrity Solstice’ in 2026.
Eight new experiences will be added, including four new-to-sea spaces, and many areas will be redesigned.
Bow to stern innovations include reinvented outdoor escapes with enhanced views, new restaurants and entertainment designed to create moments of connection with loved ones, as well as a redesigned stay with all new stateroom categories and all 1,479 staterooms will be refurbished.
‘Celebrity Solstice’ will be the first of the ’Solstice’ class ships to be upgraded, and is due to re-enter service in March, 2026.
“Our ’Solstice Series’ ships represent the best of classic cruising, and now we’re elevating this vacation experience even further by adding brand new experiences and enhancements at every turn,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, Celebrity Cruises’ President.
“Guests will enjoy more ways to explore and restore, all while staying true to what made our guests fall in love with these ships in the first place.”
Among the internal changes are:
- Boulevard Lounge – Good times and glamorous vibes will take centre stage at this brand-new, intimate entertainment venue. With always-on programming, from interactive daytime activities like new game shows and trivia to elevated evenings of candlelit concerts and dueling pianos, this cabaret-inspired lounge offers a dramatic new take on showtime.
- Boulevard Bar – Just steps away from the lounge, guests can pull up a seat for handcrafted cocktails before or after the show—or both.
- Celebrity Barcade – Guests should bring their A-game to this new, elevated sports bar, the perfect place to both watch and play games. Guests can catch their favourite sports teams from multiple screens positioned so well they’ll never miss a pass; or challenge their friends to a round of billiards, darts, or their favourite retro board game.
New culinary delights include:
- Trattoria Rossa – An Italian hideaway that blends opulence with modern design to experience a restaurant that bursts with charm from every corner. The perfect setting to reignite date night, guests will have a front row seat to the action with authentic tableside preparations of dishes inspired by Italian classics, including fresh pasta made from scratch daily.
- Fine Cut Steakhouse – The Forbes Travel Guide-rated, Edge Series favourite steakhouse will bring upscale dining with service that’s elevated to an art form. There’s something for everyone at Fine Cut Steakhouse, which offers 30-day dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood.
Fresh views include:
- Sunset Park – Transforming the top deck of ‘Celebrity Solstice’, guests can enjoy unparalleled views from this half acre outdoor oasis. Plus, with elevated cuisine, refreshing cocktails, lawn games, open-air concerts and more, a day at the park never looked so good.
- New private cabanas – Relax with sweeping ocean views and more shade, while dedicated attendants cater to your every whim.
- Expanded Sunset Bar – Drink in the views along with a refreshing cocktail, as every hour is happy hour.
The Retreat, reimagined:
- Enhanced Suites – A completely reimagined stay at The Retreat awaits, making the most elevated experience at sea even better, as ‘Celebrity Solstice’ will sail with enhanced suites.
- All-new Retreat Sundeck – Unwind in style at an all-new sundeck with ample outdoor seating and shade, exclusive for guests of The Retreat. Guests will relax carefree in an oversised hot tub, as they enjoy prime views from the top of the ship.
- Redesigned Retreat Lounge – The perfect place to enjoy a light bite or catch up with friends over drinks, reserved for guests of The Retreat.
Enhanced accommodations:
- Refreshed AquaClass Staterooms – A fully immersive, next-level wellness vacation awaits. Every room is updated with spa-inspired elements – from massaging shower heads, aroma therapy diffusers, in-room yoga mats, luxurious robes and slippers, and even a pillow menu for the perfect night’s sleep. AquaClass guests can also enjoy complimentary access to the all-new Relaxation Lounge at The Spa.
- Four brand-new stateroom categories – New stateroom categories offer more ways to stay: The Panoramic Infinite Veranda Suite, Deluxe Panoramic Oceanview Suite, Panoramic Ocean View Suite and Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View. These new stateroom categories are available to book starting mid-June.
Bow to stern enhancements also include a design refresh to many more venues: Café Al Bacio, Cellar Masters, World Class Bar, Martini Bar, Pool Bar, Passport Bar, Blu – exclusive to AquaClass guests, Luminae – exclusive to guests of The Retreat, the Fitness Centre, and Camp at Sea.
Starting in March, 2026, ‘Celebrity Solstice’ will offer Asian and Australian itineraries, followed by summer sailings in Alaska.
In September, 2026, she will embark upon a 110-night Grand Voyage from Canada to Southeast Asia.
