Celebrity Reflection
Sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida · Fly into FLL
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Celebrity Reflection, January 2023 · Photo: Master0Garfield, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
About Celebrity Reflection
Celebrity Reflection is a Celebrity Cruises cruise ship of the Solstice class, in service since 2012. She measures 125,366 gross tons and carries 3,046 guests with a crew of 1,271. She sails Bahamas, Caribbean itineraries. We rate her 3.8 out of 5.
Celebrity Reflection, delivered in October 2012, is the fifth, last and largest Solstice-class ship, with one more deck than her sisters and room for about 3,050 guests. A dry dock in October 2022 refreshed the ship and gave her the darker blue hull introduced on Celebrity Edge. She sails Key West, Bahamas and Caribbean cruises from Fort Lauderdale year-round. Celebrity has announced a renewal adding 13 new spaces, with the updated ship due to return in March 2027.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 3,046
- Crew 1,271 · 1:2.4
- Entered service
- 2012
- Refitted 2022
- Length
- 319 m
- Longer than 87% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 17
Celebrity Reflection is bigger than 78% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 84%. At 41.2 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 58% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5, fleet average 4.3
- Dining
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Entertainment
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Service
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Pools & decks
- 4/5, fleet average 4.1
- Value
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Celebrity Cruises fleet average across 15 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Solstice class
Celebrity Reflection is one of 5 Solstice class ships. Celebrity Silhouette (2011), Celebrity Eclipse (2010), Celebrity Equinox (2009) and Celebrity Solstice (2008) are in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Reflection this ship | 2012 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Silhouette | 2011 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Eclipse | 2010 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Equinox | 2009 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Solstice | 2008 | 3.8/5 |
Deck plans & cabin locations
Sailings 2025-04-25 to 2027-03-14 · From 2025-04-25 · Through 2027-03-14. Confirm the edition for your departure with the cruise line.
Explore the deck plans
What’s above your ceiling matters as much as the view. Compare the decks around your cabin, then use the location notes to build your shortlist.
Use only for the displayed operator sailing-date window. Confirm room category, outlook, accessibility, connecting doors and refit details with Celebrity. Cabin notes describe inferred adjacency, not verified noise reports or guarantees of quiet.
All decks
Sailings 2025-04-25 to 2027-03-14 · bow to the right
Cabin-number search becomes available as verified cabins are mapped. All published deck diagrams are available below.














Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates
Deck 9 where Decks 8 and 10 also contain cabins
Compare central Deck 9 accommodation
Start with rooms with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Align the exact footprint rather than assuming the whole deck is equally quiet.
Why we flag this
The selected sailing edition shows accommodation across these decks. This is a conditional layout preference, not measured noise data or a guarantee of quiet. Check the source plan.
Deck 12 below occupied Deck 14 public spaces
Check Deck 12 beneath pool and dining areas
Compare the exact cabin with pools, whirlpools, buffet/dining, outdoor seating and public circulation above. Ask about opening hours and early furniture setup where the footprints overlap.
Why we flag this
The selected ship-specific diagram places pool and dining facilities on the upper deck above portions of the accommodation deck. The caution applies to overlapping locations, not every cabin. Check the source plan.
Deck 6 above occupied Deck 5 spaces
Check Deck 6 above public venues
Align the room with theatre, lounge, dining and bar footprints below. Also confirm the exact balcony outlook, privacy, lifeboat or structural obstruction separately.
Why we flag this
The selected operator maps show public facilities beneath portions of this accommodation area. This flags spatial relationships, not confirmed disturbance complaints or obstruction for every room. Check the source plan.
Location-based guidance, not measured noise or a guarantee of quiet. Flags identify areas to investigate, not every cabin on a deck. Check the exact room, connecting doors, accessibility and the plan for your sailing date. Official ship-specific Celebrity interactive SVG artwork for the selected sailing-date profile. PDF compiled by Cruise Frog, not separately issued by Celebrity Cruises.. Reviewed 2026-10-22.
Photos

Celebrity Reflection, January 2023Photo: Master0Garfield, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
- Bahamasshort trips from Florida, often with a day on a line's private island
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
Home port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Celebrity Reflection sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), with 3 lounges to wait in before you board.
All 3 lounges at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International on Lounge FrogEvery ship sailing from Fort Lauderdale, FloridaQuick answers
Which cruise line operates Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Reflection is operated by Celebrity Cruises and belongs to its Solstice class.
What are Celebrity Reflection's sister ships?
Celebrity Reflection is one of 5 Solstice class ships. Celebrity Silhouette (2011), Celebrity Eclipse (2010), Celebrity Equinox (2009) and Celebrity Solstice (2008) are in service.
How big is Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Reflection measures 125,366 gross tons and 319 metres in length, with 17 decks.
How does Celebrity Reflection compare in size with other cruise ships?
Celebrity Reflection is bigger than 78% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 84%. At 41.2 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 58% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Celebrity Reflection feel?
Celebrity Reflection has a passenger space ratio of 41.2: 125,366 gross tons for 3,046 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Celebrity Reflection feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Celebrity Reflection carry?
Celebrity Reflection carries 3,046 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,271 (about 2.4 guests per crew member).
When did Celebrity Reflection enter service?
Celebrity Reflection entered service in 2012 and was last refurbished in 2022.
Where does Celebrity Reflection sail?
Celebrity Reflection sails Bahamas and Caribbean itineraries. Her home port is Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Reflection sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Fly into Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), which has 3 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Cruises publishes the deck plans for Celebrity Reflection; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Celebrity Reflection rated?
Cruise Frog rates Celebrity Reflection 3.8 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on cabins (4/5) and lowest on value (3/5).
Which cabins are good choices on Celebrity Reflection?
For the “Sailings 2025-04-25 to 2027-03-14” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Deck 9 where Decks 8 and 10 also contain cabins: Start with rooms with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Align the exact footprint rather than assuming the whole deck is equally quiet. Compare the exact cabin with the decks above and below, nearby lifts and connecting doors. These are layout-based suggestions, not a guarantee of quiet.
Which cabins should I avoid or check carefully on Celebrity Reflection?
For the “Sailings 2025-04-25 to 2027-03-14” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 12 below occupied Deck 14 public spaces: Compare the exact cabin with pools, whirlpools, buffet/dining, outdoor seating and public circulation above. Ask about opening hours and early furniture setup where the footprints overlap. Deck 6 above occupied Deck 5 spaces: Align the room with theatre, lounge, dining and bar footprints below. Also confirm the exact balcony outlook, privacy, lifeboat or structural obstruction separately. These flags are not measured noise reports or a warning about every room on a deck. Read the sourced cabin advice for the evidence and any explicit operator warnings.
How can I check whether a cabin is under a pool, nightclub or theatre?
Find the cabin on the selected plan, then compare the same fore-and-aft position on the deck above and below. Check the full venue footprint, including outdoor seating, stages, service areas and entrances. Nearby activity can be a reason to investigate, but does not by itself prove a cabin is noisy. Use the cabin advice and its sources to distinguish layout cautions from operator warnings.
Where can I find Celebrity Reflection deck plans?
Use this guide’s deck selector to compare the decks around your cabin and open available diagrams in the zoom viewer. The full ship PDF and source links are listed for each plan edition.
Which deck-plan edition applies to my sailing?
Select your sailing date before comparing cabin locations. Editions can change after a refit. These answers use “Sailings 2025-04-25 to 2027-03-14”, reviewed 2026-10-22. Use only for the displayed operator sailing-date window. Confirm room category, outlook, accessibility, connecting doors and refit details with Celebrity. Cabin notes describe inferred adjacency, not verified noise reports or guarantees of quiet.
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