Excellence class · AIDA · In service since 2021
AIDAcosma
AIDAcosma is an Excellence class cruise ship operated by AIDA, in service since 2021. At about 183,858 gross tons, it carries roughly 6,880 guests and ranks #1 by size in the 11-ship AIDA fleet we cover.
- 183,858 gross tons
- 6,880 guests
- 1,106 ft long
Photo: Siro 24, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- AIDA Cruises
- Ship class
- Excellence class
- Entered service
- 2021 (5 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 183,858
- Guests
- 6,880
- Length
- 1,106 ft (337 m)
- Beam (width)
- 177 ft (54 m)
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- Italy
- IMO number
- 9781877
About AIDAcosma
AIDAcosma is one of AIDA Cruises’ two Excellence-class ships, entering service in 2021 as a sister to AIDAnova and powered by liquefied natural gas. She is designed for German-speaking guests, so announcements, entertainment and menus are in German, and the atmosphere follows AIDA’s casual “club ship” style: no dress code, no fixed dining times and buffet-style restaurants alongside à la carte options. Her standout space is the Beach Club, a glass-roofed area at the top of the ship that stays warm in any weather, and she is packed with restaurants, bars and family activities. For non-German speakers, the language barrier is real, but the ship itself is impressive.
Best for: German-speaking families and couples who want a big, modern ship with a casual, club-style atmosphere.
AIDAcosma highlights
- Beach Club, a covered pool and lounging area under a transparent roof
- Four Elements adventure zone with waterslides and a climbing garden
- LNG power at sea and in port
- TV studio hosting live shows
- Body & Soul spa with a clothing-optional sun deck, a familiar German touch
How AIDAcosma compares in size
Excellence class sister ships
Sailing with AIDA
AIDA Cruises is Germany’s largest cruise line and a German-language product from top to bottom: announcements, entertainment, menus and service are designed for guests from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. It runs casual, buffet-centered “club ships,” recognizable by the red lips painted on every bow. North Americans who don’t speak German will feel like outsiders, so this line suits German speakers and adventurous travelers who want an immersive European experience.
Read our full AIDA guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
AIDAcosma FAQs
How big is AIDAcosma?
AIDAcosma measures about 183,858 gross tons and is about 1,106 feet (337 m) long. That makes it #1 of 11 AIDA ships we cover by tonnage, and #18 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does AIDAcosma carry?
About 6,880 guests, according to Wikidata's record for the ship. Cruise lines usually quote capacity at two guests per cabin; with third and fourth berths filled, the maximum is higher.
When was AIDAcosma built?
AIDAcosma entered service in 2021 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is AIDAcosma?
AIDAcosma belongs to AIDA's Excellence class, alongside AIDAnova. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is AIDAcosma good for families?
AIDA is very family friendly, with free kids and teen clubs grouped by age, often busy during German school holidays. Programs are in German, which matters for children who don’t speak it. Facilities vary by ship, so check what AIDAcosma offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, AIDA official site.