Ovation of the Seas
Sails from Los Angeles, California · Fly into LAX
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About Ovation of the Seas
Ovation of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship of the Quantum class, in service since 2016. She measures 168,666 gross tons and carries 4,180 guests. She sails Mexican Riviera itineraries. We rate her 4.0 out of 5.
Ovation of the Seas is the third Quantum-class ship; she was christened in Tianjin, China, in June 2016 and has since been based in Hong Kong, Sydney and Seattle. A March-April 2026 amplification at the Seatrium Tuas yard in Singapore added The Lime & Coconut bar, Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, Izumi Teppanyaki, the Pesky Parrot tiki bar, an expanded casino and new cabins. She now sails short Mexico cruises from Los Angeles year-round, calling at Ensenada, Catalina Island and Cabo San Lucas.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 4,180
- More guests than 94% of 600 ships
- Entered service
- 2016
- Refitted 2026
- Length
- 348 m
- Longer than 98% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 16
Ovation of the Seas is bigger than 91% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 94%. At 40.4 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 55% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5, 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 class
Ovation of the Seas is one of 3 Quantum class ships. Anthem of the Seas (2015) and Quantum of the Seas (2014) are in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovation of the Seas this ship | 2016 | 4.0/5 | |||
| Anthem of the Seas | 2015 | 4.0/5 | |||
| Quantum of the Seas | 2014 | 4.0/5 |
Official deck plans
Photos
Ovation of the SeasPhoto: kees torn, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
Home port: Los Angeles, California.
Flying in for your cruise?
Ovation of the Seas sails from Los Angeles, California. The airport is Los Angeles International (LAX), with 21 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Qantas First LoungeLAX Tom Bradley International Terminal4.9 ★
- American Airlines Flagship LoungeLAX Terminal 44.8 ★
- Delta One LoungeLAX Terminal 34.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Ovation of the Seas?
Ovation of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International and belongs to its Quantum class.
What are Ovation of the Seas' sister ships?
Ovation of the Seas is one of 3 Quantum class ships. Anthem of the Seas (2015) and Quantum of the Seas (2014) are in service.
How big is Ovation of the Seas?
Ovation of the Seas measures 168,666 gross tons and 348 metres in length, with 16 decks.
How does Ovation of the Seas compare in size with other cruise ships?
Ovation of the Seas is bigger than 91% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 94%. At 40.4 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 55% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Ovation of the Seas feel?
Ovation of the Seas has a passenger space ratio of 40.4: 168,666 gross tons for 4,180 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Ovation of the Seas feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Ovation of the Seas carry?
Ovation of the Seas carries 4,180 guests at double occupancy.
When did Ovation of the Seas enter service?
Ovation of the Seas entered service in 2016 and was last refurbished in 2026.
Where does Ovation of the Seas sail?
Ovation of the Seas sails Mexican Riviera itineraries. Her home port is Los Angeles, California.
Which airport should I fly into for Ovation of the Seas?
Ovation of the Seas sails from Los Angeles, California. Fly into Los Angeles International (LAX), which has 21 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Ovation of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean International publishes the deck plans for Ovation of the Seas; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Ovation of the Seas rated?
Cruise Frog rates Ovation of the Seas 4.0 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on entertainment (5/5) and lowest on dining (3/5).
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