Solstice class · Celebrity · In service since 2008
Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Solstice is a Solstice class cruise ship operated by Celebrity, in service since 2008. At about 121,878 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,852 guests and ranks #10 by size in the 15-ship Celebrity fleet we cover.
- 121,878 gross tons
- 2,852 guests
- 1,041 ft long
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Celebrity Cruises
- Ship class
- Solstice class
- Entered service
- 2008 (18 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 121,878
- Guests
- 2,852
- Length
- 1,041 ft (317.2 m)
- Speed
- 24 knots
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- Malta
- IMO number
- 9362530
About Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Solstice, delivered in 2008, launched the Solstice class and introduced the Lawn Club, a half-acre of real grass on the top deck that became a Celebrity signature; in its early years the lawn also hosted a live glassblowing show. The ship pairs a calm, contemporary look with a wide spread of dining, from Tuscan Grille to the French restaurant Murano, and AquaClass spa cabins come with access to Blu, a restaurant just for those guests. Its seasons have included Alaska and Australia and New Zealand, where its glass-walled Solarium is welcome on cool days.
Best for: Travelers who want a calm, premium ship for Alaska or Australia and New Zealand.
Celebrity Solstice highlights
- The Lawn Club, which debuted on this ship
- Solarium, an adults-only pool under a glass roof
- Tuscan Grille and Murano specialty restaurants
- AquaClass cabins with access to Blu restaurant
- Martini Bar with its frosted, ice-topped counter
How Celebrity Solstice 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.
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Celebrity Solstice FAQs
How big is Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Solstice measures about 121,878 gross tons and is about 1,041 feet (317 m) long. That makes it #10 of 15 Celebrity ships we cover by tonnage, and #94 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Celebrity Solstice carry?
About 2,852 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 Solstice built?
Celebrity Solstice entered service in 2008 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Solstice belongs to Celebrity's Solstice class, alongside Celebrity Reflection, Celebrity Silhouette, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Equinox. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Celebrity Solstice 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 Solstice 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.