Celebrity Solstice
Sails from Vancouver, British Columbia · Fly into YVR
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Celebrity Solstice in Sydney, April 2026 · Photo: Dannymobs, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Solstice is a Celebrity Cruises cruise ship of the Solstice class, in service since 2008. She measures 121,878 gross tons and carries 2,852 guests with a crew of 1,250. She sails Alaska, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Hawaii itineraries. We rate her 3.8 out of 5.
Celebrity Solstice, delivered in October 2008, is the lead ship of the five-ship Solstice class and was the first post-Panamax ship in the Celebrity fleet. Built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, she has a 12-deck atrium and was christened in Fort Lauderdale by ocean scientist Sharon L. Smith. From January to March 2026 she became the first ship refitted under the Celebrity Renewed program, which added 54 cabins, new venues such as Sunset Park and Trattoria Rossa, and updates to The Retreat and AquaClass. She splits 2026-27 among Australia, Asia from Singapore and Hong Kong, and Alaska from Vancouver.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 2,852
- Crew 1,250 · 1:2.3
- Entered service
- 2008
- Refitted 2026
- Length
- 315 m
- Longer than 85% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 19
Celebrity Solstice is bigger than 77% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 82%. At 42.7 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 68% 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 Solstice is one of 5 Solstice class ships. Celebrity Reflection (2012), Celebrity Silhouette (2011), Celebrity Eclipse (2010) and Celebrity Equinox (2009) are in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Solstice this ship | 2008 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Reflection | 2012 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Silhouette | 2011 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Eclipse | 2010 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Equinox | 2009 | 3.8/5 |
Official deck plans
Photos
Celebrity Solstice in Sydney, April 2026Photo: Dannymobs, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
- Alaskathe Inside Passage and glaciers from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward, May to September
- AsiaJapan, Southeast Asia and China
- Australia and New Zealandin the southern summer, from Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland
- Hawaiiinter-island sailings, or round trips from the US West Coast
Home port: Vancouver, British Columbia.
Flying in for your cruise?
Celebrity Solstice sails from Vancouver, British Columbia. The airport is Vancouver International (YVR), with 11 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Domestic)YVR Domestic Terminal4.6 ★
- Cathay Pacific LoungeYVR International Terminal4.6 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (International)YVR International Terminal4.6 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Solstice is operated by Celebrity Cruises and belongs to its Solstice class.
What are Celebrity Solstice's sister ships?
Celebrity Solstice is one of 5 Solstice class ships. Celebrity Reflection (2012), Celebrity Silhouette (2011), Celebrity Eclipse (2010) and Celebrity Equinox (2009) are in service.
How big is Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Solstice measures 121,878 gross tons and 315 metres in length, with 19 decks.
How does Celebrity Solstice compare in size with other cruise ships?
Celebrity Solstice is bigger than 77% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 82%. At 42.7 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 68% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Celebrity Solstice feel?
Celebrity Solstice has a passenger space ratio of 42.7: 121,878 gross tons for 2,852 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Celebrity Solstice feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Celebrity Solstice carry?
Celebrity Solstice carries 2,852 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,250 (about 2.3 guests per crew member).
When did Celebrity Solstice enter service?
Celebrity Solstice entered service in 2008 and was last refurbished in 2026.
Where does Celebrity Solstice sail?
Celebrity Solstice sails Alaska, Asia, Australia and New Zealand and Hawaii itineraries. Her home port is Vancouver, British Columbia.
Which airport should I fly into for Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Solstice sails from Vancouver, British Columbia. Fly into Vancouver International (YVR), which has 11 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Cruises publishes the deck plans for Celebrity Solstice; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Celebrity Solstice rated?
Cruise Frog rates Celebrity Solstice 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).
Traveller reviews
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