Spirit class · Carnival · In service since 2004
Carnival Miracle
Carnival Miracle is a Spirit class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2004. At about 88,500 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,124 guests and ranks #26 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 88,500 gross tons
- 2,124 guests
- 963 ft long
Photo: HurricaneX31, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Spirit class
- Entered service
- 2004 (22 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 88,500
- Guests
- 2,124
- Length
- 963 ft (293.5 m)
- Speed
- 22 knots
- Builder
- Kvaerner Masa-Yards
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9237357
About Carnival Miracle
Carnival Miracle, the 2004 Spirit-class ship, has a steakhouse called Nick & Nora’s, named for the detective couple from The Thin Man, set high in the ship beneath the funnel. It shares the class’s slim hull and generous balcony count, which suit scenic routes. Miracle has spent several summers in Alaska from Seattle and has also sailed from the West Coast to Mexico and Hawaii. The Lido Deck carries the fleet’s popular casual counters, including Guy’s Burger Joint. It’s a good match for Carnival fans who want glaciers and whales rather than another Caribbean beach.
Best for: Carnival fans and families looking for a casual, affordable Alaska or West Coast cruise.
Carnival Miracle highlights
- Nick & Nora’s Steakhouse beneath the funnel
- Alaska itineraries from Seattle
- Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina
- Many balcony cabins for scenic cruising
- Serenity adults-only retreat
How Carnival Miracle compares in size
- Carnival Celebration183,521
- Carnival Jubilee183,521
- Mardi Gras181,808
- Carnival Venezia135,500
- Carnival Firenze135,156
- Carnival Vista133,500
- Carnival Horizon133,500
- Carnival Panorama133,500
- Carnival Dream130,000
- Carnival Magic130,000
- Carnival Breeze130,000
- Carnival Splendor113,300
- Carnival Conquest110,000
- Carnival Glory110,000
- Carnival Valor110,000
- Carnival Liberty110,000
- Carnival Freedom110,000
- Carnival Encounter108,977
- Carnival Adventure108,806
- Carnival Sunshine102,853
- Carnival Sunrise101,509
- Carnival Radiance101,509
- Carnival Luminosa92,720
- Carnival Pride88,500
- Carnival Legend88,500
- Carnival Miracle88,500
- Carnival Spirit85,920
- Carnival Elation71,909
- Carnival Paradise70,367
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Spirit class sister ships
Sailing with Carnival
Carnival Cruise Line is America’s budget-friendly “Fun Ship” brand: casual, sociable and packed with free food, comedy and pool-deck parties. It sails from more US ports than almost any other line, which makes short Caribbean, Bahamas and Mexico getaways easy to reach. It suits families, groups and value seekers, less so travelers wanting quiet elegance or fine dining.
Read our full Carnival guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Carnival Miracle FAQs
How big is Carnival Miracle?
Carnival Miracle measures about 88,500 gross tons and is about 963 feet (294 m) long. That makes it #26 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #153 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Miracle carry?
About 2,124 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 Carnival Miracle built?
Carnival Miracle entered service in 2004 and was built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.
What class of ship is Carnival Miracle?
Carnival Miracle belongs to Carnival's Spirit class, alongside Carnival Spirit, Carnival Pride, Carnival Legend, Carnival Luminosa. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Miracle good for families?
Camp Ocean runs free supervised activities for kids aged 2 to 11 in age groups, Circle C is for 12- to 14-year-olds and Club O2 is for teens 15 to 17. Night Owls offers paid late-evening group babysitting. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Carnival Miracle offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Carnival official site.