Odyssey of the Seas
Sails from Bayonne, New Jersey · Fly into EWR
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Odyssey of the Seas at Rhodes, Greece, September 2024 · Photo: Pjotr Mahhonin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Odyssey of the Seas
Odyssey of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship of the Quantum Ultra class, in service since 2021. She measures 169,379 gross tons and carries 4,284 guests with a crew of 1,663. She sails Bahamas, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Transatlantic itineraries. We rate her 4.2 out of 5.
Odyssey of the Seas is the second Quantum Ultra-class ship and the last of the Quantum family. She entered service in 2021, initially from Port Everglades, and was christened there in November 2021 by Bahamian Paralympian Erin Brown. Her facilities include a FlowRider, a skydiving simulator, an observation pod, bumper cars and a basketball court. She sails Bahamas and Caribbean cruises from Cape Liberty in Bayonne, New Jersey, in winter 2026-27 and Greek Isles voyages from Civitavecchia, the port for Rome, in summer 2027.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 4,284
- Crew 1,663 · 1:2.6
- Entered service
- 2021
- Length
- 347 m
- Longer than 98% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 16
Odyssey of the Seas is bigger than 92% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 95%. At 39.5 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 50% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 5/5+0.8, fleet average 4.2
- Dining
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Entertainment
- 5/5, fleet average 4.9
- Service
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Pools & decks
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Value
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Royal Caribbean International fleet average across 30 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Quantum Ultra class
Odyssey of the Seas is one of 2 Quantum Ultra class ships. Spectrum of the Seas (2019) is in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odyssey of the Seas this ship | 2021 | 4.2/5 | |||
| Spectrum of the Seas | 2019 | 4.0/5 |
Official deck plans
Photos
Odyssey of the Seas at Rhodes, Greece, September 2024Photo: Pjotr Mahhonin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
- Bahamasshort trips from Florida, often with a day on a line's private island
- MediterraneanWestern Med, Greek Isles and Adriatic, mostly April to November
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Transatlanticcrossings between Europe and the Americas, mostly in spring and autumn
Home port: Bayonne, New Jersey.
Flying in for your cruise?
Odyssey of the Seas sails from Bayonne, New Jersey. The airport is Newark Liberty International (EWR), with 12 lounges to wait in before you board.
- United Club (C, mezzanine)EWR Terminal C4.9 ★
- United Polaris LoungeEWR Terminal C4.6 ★
- British Airways LoungeEWR Terminal B4.5 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Odyssey of the Seas?
Odyssey of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International and belongs to its Quantum Ultra class.
What are Odyssey of the Seas' sister ships?
Odyssey of the Seas is one of 2 Quantum Ultra class ships. Spectrum of the Seas (2019) is in service.
How big is Odyssey of the Seas?
Odyssey of the Seas measures 169,379 gross tons and 347 metres in length, with 16 decks.
How does Odyssey of the Seas compare in size with other cruise ships?
Odyssey of the Seas is bigger than 92% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 95%. At 39.5 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 50% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Odyssey of the Seas feel?
Odyssey of the Seas has a passenger space ratio of 39.5: 169,379 gross tons for 4,284 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Odyssey of the Seas feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Odyssey of the Seas carry?
Odyssey of the Seas carries 4,284 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,663 (about 2.6 guests per crew member).
When did Odyssey of the Seas enter service?
Odyssey of the Seas entered service in 2021.
Where does Odyssey of the Seas sail?
Odyssey of the Seas sails Bahamas, Mediterranean, Caribbean and Transatlantic itineraries. Her home port is Bayonne, New Jersey.
Which airport should I fly into for Odyssey of the Seas?
Odyssey of the Seas sails from Bayonne, New Jersey. Fly into Newark Liberty International (EWR), which has 12 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Odyssey of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean International publishes the deck plans for Odyssey of the Seas; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Odyssey of the Seas rated?
Cruise Frog rates Odyssey of the Seas 4.2 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on cabins (5/5) and lowest on dining (3/5).
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