Encore class · Seabourn · In service since 2018
Seabourn Ovation
Seabourn Ovation is an Encore class cruise ship operated by Seabourn, in service since 2018. At about 41,865 gross tons, it carries roughly 604 guests and ranks #1 by size in the 5-ship Seabourn fleet we cover.
- 41,865 gross tons
- 604 guests
- 689 ft long
Photo: Farid mernissi, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Seabourn
- Ship class
- Encore class
- Entered service
- 2018 (8 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 41,865
- Guests
- 604
- Length
- 689 ft (210 m)
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- The Bahamas
- IMO number
- 9764958
About Seabourn Ovation
Seabourn Ovation is the second Encore-class ship, entering service in 2018 as a near-twin of Seabourn Encore. She shares Encore’s elegant Adam D. Tihany interiors, all-veranda suites and generous public spaces. The Retreat offers cabanas and a private sun deck for those who want extra privacy, and dining ranges from Sushi to The Grill and Earth & Ocean. Seabourn Ovation sails a mix of European and Caribbean itineraries, plus longer voyages, and her loyal following appreciates the attentive service and the camaraderie that develops among guests over a cruise.
Best for: Couples who want an intimate luxury ship with excellent dining and a relaxed, sociable vibe.
Seabourn Ovation highlights
- The Retreat, with cabanas and a hot tub
- Sushi and The Grill specialty restaurants
- Earth & Ocean at The Patio, an alfresco evening restaurant
- Seabourn Square coffee bar and lounge
- All-veranda suites
How Seabourn Ovation compares in size
- Seabourn Ovation41,865
- Seabourn Encore40,350
- Seabourn Quest32,346
- Seabourn Venture23,000
- Seabourn Pursuit23,000
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Encore class sister ships
Sailing with Seabourn
Seabourn is an ultra-luxury line with small, all-suite ships that feel like private yachts, famous for warm, personal service, a stern watersports marina and signature events such as Caviar in the Surf. Fares include drinks, gratuities, Wi-Fi and dining, and its two expedition ships carry submarines to Antarctica and the Arctic. It suits affluent couples who want intimacy and polish, less so families or entertainment seekers.
Read our full Seabourn guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Seabourn Ovation FAQs
How big is Seabourn Ovation?
Seabourn Ovation measures about 41,865 gross tons and is about 689 feet (210 m) long. That makes it #1 of 5 Seabourn ships we cover by tonnage, and #220 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Seabourn Ovation carry?
About 604 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 Seabourn Ovation built?
Seabourn Ovation entered service in 2018 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Seabourn Ovation?
Seabourn Ovation belongs to Seabourn's Encore class, alongside Seabourn Encore. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Seabourn Ovation good for families?
Seabourn is designed mainly for adults, so Seabourn Ovation isn't the best fit for young children. Families, as there are no kids programs
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Seabourn official site.