Solstice class · Celebrity · In service since 2012
Celebrity Reflection
Celebrity Reflection is a Solstice class cruise ship operated by Celebrity, in service since 2012. At about 125,366 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,046 guests and ranks #6 by size in the 15-ship Celebrity fleet we cover.
- 125,366 gross tons
- 3,046 guests
- 1,047 ft long
Photo: Celebrity_REFLECTION_by_Moehre1992.jpg : Moehre1992 derivative work: Hic et nunc, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Celebrity Cruises
- Ship class
- Solstice class
- Entered service
- 2012 (14 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 125,366
- Guests
- 3,046
- Length
- 1,047 ft (319 m)
- Speed
- 24 knots
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- Malta
- IMO number
- 9506459
About Celebrity Reflection
Celebrity Reflection, from 2012, is the fifth and largest Solstice-class ship, with an extra deck of cabins compared with its sisters. Its most famous accommodation is the Reflection Suite, which has a glass-walled shower that extends out over the side of the ship. Like the rest of the class, it has the Lawn Club, a half-acre of real grass on the top deck, plus the Lawn Club Grill and The Alcoves, private cabanas set on the lawn. Expect a relaxed, upscale atmosphere and a broad lineup of specialty restaurants.
Best for: Couples and mature travelers who want a polished, premium ship with plenty of dining choice.
Celebrity Reflection highlights
- Reflection Suite with a glass shower over the sea
- The Lawn Club, real grass on the top deck
- The Alcoves, private cabanas on the lawn
- Lawn Club Grill
- Solarium, an adults-only pool under a glass roof
How Celebrity Reflection compares in size
- Celebrity Xcel141,420
- Celebrity Ascent141,420
- Celebrity Beyond141,420
- Celebrity Apex130,818
- Celebrity Edge130,818
- Celebrity Reflection125,366
- Celebrity Silhouette122,210
- Celebrity Eclipse121,878
- Celebrity Equinox121,878
- Celebrity Solstice121,878
- Celebrity Constellation91,000
- Celebrity Millennium90,963
- Celebrity Summit90,940
- Celebrity Infinity90,940
- Celebrity Flora5,922
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Solstice class sister ships
Sailing with Celebrity
Celebrity Cruises is a premium line with sleek, design-led ships, strong food, cocktail bars and spa-style cabins, aimed at couples and grown-up travelers who want a step up from mainstream cruising without luxury prices. Its Edge-class ships, with the cantilevered Magic Carpet, are among the most stylish at sea. It suits food lovers and couples, less so families seeking water parks or budget fares.
Read our full Celebrity guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Celebrity Reflection FAQs
How big is Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Reflection measures about 125,366 gross tons and is about 1,047 feet (319 m) long. That makes it #6 of 15 Celebrity ships we cover by tonnage, and #90 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Celebrity Reflection carry?
About 3,046 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 Celebrity Reflection built?
Celebrity Reflection entered service in 2012 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Reflection belongs to Celebrity's Solstice class, alongside Celebrity Silhouette, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Solstice. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Celebrity Reflection good for families?
Camp at Sea offers supervised activities for children 3 to 12 in age groups, with teen spaces and activities for older kids. Programs are good but smaller in scale than on Royal Caribbean or Disney, and kids are most common in summer and on holiday sailings. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Celebrity Reflection offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Celebrity official site.