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Pride of America seen from Aloha Tower, Honolulu, May 2010

Pride of America seen from Aloha Tower, Honolulu, May 2010 · Photo: Daniel Ramirez, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

About Pride of America

Pride of America is a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship, in service since 2005. She measures 80,439 gross tons and carries 2,180 guests with a crew of 927. She sails Hawaii itineraries. We rate her 3.5 out of 5.

Pride of America is the only US-flagged ship in Norwegian's fleet, a vessel of about 80,400 gross tons carrying 2,180 guests at double occupancy that sails seven-day round trips from Honolulu around the Hawaiian Islands all year. Her hull was started in Pascagoula, Mississippi, in 2000 for the failed Project America; Norwegian bought it, had her completed at Lloyd Werft in Bremerhaven, Germany, and put her into service in 2005 for its NCL America division. A 2025 renovation added more Club Balcony Suites. Her venues carry American themes, from the Waikiki Bar and South Beach Pool to the Mardi Gras Cabaret and Night Club.

Ship facts

Guests
2,180
Crew 927 · 1:2.4
Entered service
2005
Refitted 2025
Length
280 m
Longer than 71% of 575 ships

Pride of America is bigger than 58% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 74%. At 36.9 gross tons per guest she is tighter than 62% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.

Cabins
4/5, fleet average 4.2
Dining
4/5, fleet average 4.0
Entertainment
4/5, fleet average 4.3
Service
3/5, fleet average 3.0
Pools & decks
3/5, fleet average 3.0
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 Norwegian Cruise Line fleet average across 20 rated ships in service.

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Deck plans & cabin locations

Open dedicated deck-plan page

Official interactive artwork - checked October 2026 · Published edition. 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.

The operator viewer does not provide a fixed sailing-date window for this artwork. Confirm the exact room, category, outlook, accessibility and refit configuration for your departure. Adjacency notes are inferred risks, not verified noise complaints or guarantees of quiet.

All decks

Official interactive artwork - checked October 2026 · bow to the right

Cabin-number search becomes available as verified cabins are mapped. All published deck diagrams are available below.

Start with forward-to-mid Deck 9 cabins
Deck 14Deck plan

On this deck: Basketball Courts

Pride of America, Deck 14: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 13Deck plan

On this deck: Waikiki Bar · Arcade · Deck Games

Pride of America, Deck 13: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 12Deck plan

On this deck: Key West Bar & Grill · Pulse Fitness Center · Mandara Spa and Salon · Oasis Pool

Pride of America, Deck 12: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 11Deck plan

On this deck: Aloha Café · La Cucina · Dolce Gelato · Moderno Churrascaria · Aloha Lanai Bar · Gold Rush Saloon · Ocean Drive Bar · Hot Tubs · South Beach Pool · The Conservatory

Pride of America, Deck 11: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 10Deck plan
Pride of America, Deck 10: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 9Deck plan
Pride of America, Deck 9: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 8Deck plan
Pride of America, Deck 8: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 7Deck plan
Pride of America, Deck 7: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 6Deck plan

On this deck: Cadillac Diner · Liberty · Cagney's Steakhouse · Mardi Gras Cabaret & Night Club · Napa Wine Bar · Pink's Champagne Bar · Entourage · Guppies · Splash Academy · Jogging/Walking Track · Shuffles Card Room

Pride of America, Deck 6: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 5Deck plan

On this deck: Skyline · Teppanyaki · East Meets West · Jefferson's Bistro · Sushi · John Adam's Bar · Starbucks® · Hollywood Theatre · Photo Gallery · i-Connect Internet Café · Hollywood Theater · EFFY Jewelry · Art Gallery · Island Treasures · Kai Clothing · Na Hoku · Newbury Street Shops

Pride of America, Deck 5: official cabin and venue layout
Deck 4Deck plan

On this deck: Hollywood Theatre · Hollywood Theater

Pride of America, Deck 4: official cabin and venue layout
Use Zoom plan to enlarge a diagram.Full ship PDF

Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates

  • Deck 9 where accommodation overlaps on Decks 8 and 10

    Start with forward-to-mid Deck 9 cabins

    Compare a room with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lifts, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Check aft entertainment, Haven facilities and other public sections separately.

    Why we flag this

    The ship-specific plan and room lists show accommodation on these decks. The suggestion depends on the exact vertical footprint and does not claim that every section is cabin-only or quiet. Check the source plan.

  • Deck 10 under occupied Deck 11 spaces

    Check Deck 10 beneath pools and buffet areas

    Match the exact room to South Beach Pool above. Ask about operating hours, early setup and furniture movement where the footprints overlap.

    Why we flag this

    The selected official deck list names these facilities on the upper deck. The diagram shows their positions relative to the accommodation below; this is a layout caution, not a confirmed noise report. Check the source plan.

  • Deck 7 over occupied Deck 6 areas

    Check Deck 7 above lower-deck public spaces

    Compare the exact cabin with dining, bars, lounges, theatre/nightclub and public circulation footprints below. Check nearby entrances, operating hours and balcony privacy instead of choosing by category alone.

    Why we flag this

    The ship-specific diagrams and venue lists show public activity on the lower deck adjoining portions of this accommodation area. The relationship varies along the ship and does not flag every cabin equally. 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. All published guest decks from the ship-specific Norwegian interactive viewer. Native operator diagram detail is retained. PDF compiled by Cruise Frog, not separately issued by NCL.. Reviewed 2026-10-22.

Read the full cabins-to-avoid guide

Photos

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Where she sails

Home port: Honolulu, Hawaii.

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Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Pride of America?

Pride of America is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line.

How big is Pride of America?

Pride of America measures 80,439 gross tons and 280 metres in length.

How does Pride of America compare in size with other cruise ships?

Pride of America is bigger than 58% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruise Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 74%. At 36.9 gross tons per guest she is tighter than 62% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.

How crowded does Pride of America feel?

Pride of America has a passenger space ratio of 36.9: 80,439 gross tons for 2,180 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Pride of America feels comfortable for her size.

How many passengers does Pride of America carry?

Pride of America carries 2,180 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 927 (about 2.4 guests per crew member).

When did Pride of America enter service?

Pride of America entered service in 2005 and was last refurbished in 2025.

Where does Pride of America sail?

Pride of America sails Hawaii itineraries. Her home port is Honolulu, Hawaii.

Which airport should I fly into for Pride of America?

Pride of America sails from Honolulu, Hawaii. Fly into Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL), which has 10 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.

Where can I find the deck plans for Pride of America?

Norwegian Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Pride of America; this page links to Deck plans.

How is Pride of America rated?

Cruise Frog rates Pride of America 3.5 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 Pride of America?

For the “Official interactive artwork - checked October 2026” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Deck 9 where accommodation overlaps on Decks 8 and 10: Compare a room with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lifts, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Check aft entertainment, Haven facilities and other public sections separately. 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 Pride of America?

For the “Official interactive artwork - checked October 2026” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 10 under occupied Deck 11 spaces: Match the exact room to South Beach Pool above. Ask about operating hours, early setup and furniture movement where the footprints overlap. Deck 7 over occupied Deck 6 areas: Compare the exact cabin with dining, bars, lounges, theatre/nightclub and public circulation footprints below. Check nearby entrances, operating hours and balcony privacy instead of choosing by category alone. 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 Pride of America 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 “Official interactive artwork - checked October 2026”, reviewed 2026-10-22. The operator viewer does not provide a fixed sailing-date window for this artwork. Confirm the exact room, category, outlook, accessibility and refit configuration for your departure. Adjacency notes are inferred risks, not verified noise complaints or guarantees of quiet.

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