# Celebrity Xcel

- Kind: ship
- Data version: 2026-10-14
- Reference month: 2026-10
- Checked: 2026-07-04
- Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/celebrity-xcel

For reference only. Bookings, prices and schedules are not guaranteed. Check current details with the official provider.

## Overview

- Cruise line: Celebrity Cruises
- Size: Large
- Market segment: Premium large resort (modern luxury)
- Ship: Celebrity Xcel
- Class: Edge class
- Region: Mediterranean, Caribbean & Bahamas

Launched in November 2025, Celebrity Xcel is the newest ship in the Edge series and advances the series' design further. It retains features such as the Magic Carpet movable platform extending from the ship's side and the Infinite Veranda, where lowering the window turns the room into a balcony, while refreshing its dining areas and adding multilayered dining spaces connecting indoors and outdoors. Although it is a large ship of about 140,000 tons with capacity for 3,260 guests, its atmosphere is oriented toward relaxed adults, and children's facilities are present but not the main focus. In its debut year, it is scheduled to alternate between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean; it is scheduled to depart from Miami in winter 2026 and return to Europe in summer 2027.

- Adult-oriented
- Couples-friendly
- Design-focused
- Luxury
- First-time cruise friendly

Checked: 2026-07-04

[See the ship’s size](https://cruise-pitta.com/en/ship/celebrity-xcel/scale)

## Specifications

Checked: 2026-07-04

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Gross tonnage | 141,420 GT |
| Passenger capacity | 3,260 |
| Crew | 1,400 |
| Decks | 21 |
| Cabins | 1,631 |
| Length | 326.4 m (1,071 ft) |
| Year built | 2025 |
| IMO number | 9884136 |

## Ship character

Checked: 2026-07-04

| Item | Score (0–5) |
| --- | --- |
| Families | 3 |
| Adults | 5 |
| Luxury | 4 |
| First-time cruisers | 4 |
| Entertainment | 4 |
| Dining | 5 |
| Japanese-language support | 1 |

### Great for

Travelers wanting to sail on the newest ship
Couples prioritizing design and dining
Adults seeking a quiet atmosphere

### Less suited to

Travelers with small children prioritizing slides and similar attractions
Travelers requiring Japanese-language support
Travelers seeking the intimacy of a small ship

## Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

| Item | Value | Label | Description | Scope | Sources | Checked |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Public bath | Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite | Official | — | — | [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel/ways-to-escape/) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese food | Japanese food at extra cost | Official | — | — | [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel/date-night-all-day/) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Japanese language support | Japanese-speaking staff and menus | Official | — | Line-wide | [celebritycruises.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.celebritycruises.jp/topics/ml_jpn_crew) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Payment in yen | Payment in yen not accepted | Official | — | Line-wide | [celebritycruises.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.celebritycruises.jp/pdf/Cruise_Guide/CEL/SL.pdf) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Smoking | Smoking in designated areas only | Official | — | Line-wide | [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/guest-terms/content/uploads/2023/08/Booking-Conditions-Other-Locations-ENGLISH.pdf) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Dress code | Formal nights | Official | — | Line-wide | [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/while-on-board) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Power outlets | Plug types: B, F | Secondary source | — | — | [royalcaribbeanblog.com](https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2025/11/17/celebrity-xcel-cruise-ocean-view-room) | Checked: 2026-10-04 |

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

English text in preparation.

## At a glance

Checked: 2026-07-04

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Kids club | Yes |
| Adults-only areas | Yes |
| Waterpark | No |
| Casino | Yes |
| Theater and shows | Yes |
| Spa | Yes |
| Cinema | No |
| Accessible cabins | Yes |
| Solo cabins | Yes |
| All-inclusive | No |

- Japanese support rating (editorial): 1/5

Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

## Cabins by category

Checked: 2026-07-04

| Cabins | Description | Cabin count / recommended decks | Size | Capacity / beds | Features | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Inside Stateroom | The cheapest category on the ship. It has no window or balcony, but the basic amenities are well equipped, including a king bed (premium bedding), a mini-fridge and an interactive HDTV. | Decks 3 and 6-12, mainly on the lower to mid levels | 17–19 m² (183–205 ft²) (Estimated) | 2-4 people / King bed (can be split into twins). Some rooms accommodate up to 4 guests with an added sofa bed. | Balcony: No, Window: No, Concierge: No, Connecting: No, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [Celebrity Xcel cabin overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Oceanview Stateroom | A no-balcony cabin with large ocean-view windows. Accessible cabins are also available. | Decks 3, 6, and 8-9 | 19–22 m² (205–237 ft²) (Estimated) | 2-4 people / King bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. | Balcony: No, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: No, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [Celebrity Xcel cabin overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Infinite Veranda / Balcony Stateroom | Standard balcony category, including rooms with the Infinite Veranda, the motorized movable glass window that is a hallmark of the Edge class. Higher categories such as Deluxe and Sunset (corner cabins) are also available. | Decks 6-12; largest category, with balcony staterooms comprising about 81% of the total | 19–27 m² (205–291 ft²) (Estimated) | 2-4 people / King bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: No, Connecting: Yes, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [Celebrity Xcel cabin overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Sky Suite / Celebrity Suite / Royal Suite (The Retreat) | Entry- to mid-level categories of The Retreat (suite class). Suite benefits shared across them include a dedicated butler, the private restaurant Luminae, and a private sundeck. | Decks 6-12; upper-tier Royal Suite/Celebrity Suite concentrated on Deck 12 | 24–64 m² (258–689 ft²) (Estimated) | 2-4 people / King bed + sofa bed. Upper categories include an oval hot tub shower | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: No, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [Check on The Retreat page](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Iconic Suite / Penthouse Suite | The top suite of Xcel (the newest Edge-class ship). It has a large balcony with a hot tub and a living room, and is located at the bow on Deck 12. | Deck 12 forward (The Retreat top level) | 111–240 m² (1,195–2,583 ft²) (Estimated) | 6 people / 2 king beds (convertible to twins). Multiple-bedroom configuration | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: No, Solo: No, Accessible: No | [Check on The Retreat page](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Concierge Class / AquaClass Stateroom | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown | Balcony: Yes, Window: Yes, Concierge: Yes, Connecting: Unknown, Solo: No, Accessible: Unknown | Unknown |

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.

Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.

English text in preparation.

## Dining

Checked: 2026-07-04

- Onboard currency: USD

### Included in the fare (no extra charge)

#### Cosmopolitan Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Contemporary American cuisine
- Hours: Breakfast and dinner focused. Choose flexible dining (Celebrity Select Dining) or fixed seating

One of the main dining venues included in the fare. A course menu based on modern American cuisine.

#### Cyprus Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Mediterranean cuisine (seafood-focused)
- Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered

A main dining room whose concept is simple, clean cuisine that makes the most of Mediterranean ingredients.

#### Normandie Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Modern French cuisine
- Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered

A main dining room serving modern French cuisine reminiscent of a Parisian summer.

#### Tuscan Restaurant

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Italian cuisine
- Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered

A main dining room with an interior inspired by Italian cinema and fashion.

#### Oceanview Café

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: International buffet
- Hours: Breakfast and lunch use made-to-order stations; dinner features an international rotating menu

A large buffet with sea views, where guests choose what they like from multiple stations.

#### Eden Café

- Category: Included
- Cuisine: Light bites and casual cuisine
- Hours: Focused on morning to midday

A free light-meal cafe inside Eden, a glass-enclosed three-level atrium space.

### Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)

#### Eden Restaurant

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $60 (a la carte set)/$120 (7-course tasting)
- Cuisine: Modern international (Borderless)
- Hours: Dinner only (reservation required)

A modern dining venue in a glass-enclosed, three-level atrium space, surrounded by a lively wall of plants, where you can enjoy dishes from around the world without borders.

- Beer: $8-$14
- Soft drinks: $4.75
- Water: Free during meals

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| A la carte and set menus | $60 |
| 7-course tasting menu (vegetarian options available for all courses) | $120 |

[Celebrity Xcel Dining Overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

#### Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $75 (+ gratuity)
- Cuisine: French global (Michelin-starred chef-supervised)
- Hours: Dinner only (reservation required)

A course menu inspired by journeys around the world, overseen by Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud. A high-priced specialty restaurant.

- Beer: $8-$14
- Soft drinks: $4.75
- Water: Free during meals

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Sea bass with citrus emulsion | Unknown |
| Braised beef cheek | Unknown |

[Celebrity Xcel Dining Overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

#### Fine Cut Steakhouse

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $55 (+20% service charge)
- Cuisine: American steakhouse
- Hours: Dinner only

A steakhouse centered on classic steaks and meat dishes. A standard paid restaurant on Edge-class ships.

- Beer: $8-$14
- Soft drinks: $4.75
- Water: Free during meals

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Steak, ribs, and chicken (choice of sides) | Unknown |
| Lemon-poached lobster tail | Unknown |

[Celebrity Xcel Dining Overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

#### Le Petit Chef

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): $60
- Cuisine: Fusion (course with 3D visual presentation)
- Hours: Dinner only

An immersive dining experience with 3D animations projected on the table, where chef characters appear to cook while real dishes are served.

- Beer: $8-$14
- Soft drinks: $4.75
- Water: Free during meals

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| 3-course set menu | $60 |

[Celebrity Xcel Dining Overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

#### Raw on 5

- Category: Extra charge
- Cover charge (onboard currency): A la carte (no cover charge)
- Cuisine: Sushi, sashimi, and seafood
- Hours: Lunch and dinner service

A seafood specialty restaurant where guests order sushi, sashimi, lobster rolls, and more a la carte.

- Beer: $8-$14
- Soft drinks: $4.75
- Water: Free during meals

| Menu | Price (onboard currency) |
| --- | --- |
| Assorted nigiri sushi and sashimi | $4 to $18 (a la carte) |
| Lobster roll | $4 to $18 (a la carte) |

[Celebrity Xcel Dining Overview](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

## Facilities and activities

Checked: 2026-07-04

### Highlights

- Magic Carpet: A movable glass-sided platform that travels up and down the side of the ship to a height equivalent to 13 decks above the sea
- Eden: A three-deck, open-plan multisensory space surrounded by a living plant wall and full-height glass windows
- Rooftop Garden: A rooftop garden with two glass-sided plunge pools extending over the sea
- Infinite Veranda: A stateroom design with an electric glass window that opens an entire wall and can be used like a balcony

| Facilities | Category | Kind | Scope | Amount | Description | Links |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Magic Carpet | Included | Signature attraction | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | A movable glass-walled platform that rises and falls along the ship's side to a height of 13 decks above the sea. Its use changes day by day, serving as a bar, restaurant, observation deck, and more; it is the ship's biggest signature attraction. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Eden | Included | Other | Adults only: No, For children: No | Dining is charged separately (Estimated) | A multi-sensory space with a three-story atrium, surrounded by plant walls and full-height glass windows. By day it functions as a cafe and cocktail bar, and at night it also becomes a stage for a specialty restaurant and performances. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| The Rooftop Garden | Included | Signature attraction | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Rooftop garden with two glass-enclosed plunge pools extending over the sea; expanded on Celebrity Xcel. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| The Theatre | Included | Theater | Adults only: No, For children: No | Unknown | Main theater offering free original production shows using the latest video technology. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| The Casino | Extra charge | Casino | Adults only: Yes, For children: No | Unknown | Casino with slot machines and table games; for guests aged 21 and over; non-smoking. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Canyon Ranch Spa | Extra charge | Spa | Adults only: No, For children: No | 60-minute massage: $129 and up; facials and similar services are charged separately (Estimated) | Wellness center offering massages, facials, and beauty treatments. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Camp at Sea | Included | Kids | Adults only: No, For children: Yes | Late-night extensions and sessions with meals are charged (Estimated) | Free kids program for ages 3–12, divided into Shipmates, Cadets, and Captains. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |
| Fitness Center | Included | Sports | Adults only: No, For children: No | Some RYDE and boxing classes may incur a fee (Estimated) | Large gym with a hot yoga room, advanced cycling equipment for RYDE, and boxing classes. | [Celebrity Xcel activity list](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04 |

## Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Checked: 2026-07-04

### Children and families

- Camp at Sea — Free kids program for ages 3–12, divided into Shipmates, Cadets, and Captains.

### Adults-only areas

- The Casino — Casino with slot machines and table games; for guests aged 21 and over; non-smoking.

### Practical information (line-wide)

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Onboard currency | USD |
| Gratuities | Charged automatically: the gratuity is added to your SeaPass (onboard payment card) account for each night. Prepayment is also possible, and after boarding you can adjust or remove the amount at Guest Relations. Importantly, since the revision of October 4, 2023, choosing an All Included fare (formerly Always Included) no longer includes the daily gratuities for stateroom attendants and dining staff, which are charged automatically on top (the only thing included is a service charge equivalent to 20% on drink costs within the drinks package). |
| Payment | Cashless onboard |
| Voltage | Both 110V (North American style) and 220V (European style) are available in the cabin. |
| Formal nights | The number of "Evening Chic" nights varies with cruise length: about 1 for cruises under 7 nights, 2 for 7 to 11 nights, and 3 for 12 nights or more (participation is optional, and it is not a mandatory formal night). |
| Medical facilities | Each ship has a medical center staffed by doctors and nurses. Consultations are charged: a general consultation during office hours is reported to cost around $100, while after-hours visits and cabin visits cost more ($165 to $205 or so). Nurse visits generally cost about half the doctor's fee, and charges are billed to your SeaPass account. |
| Bringing items onboard | On embarkation day only, each adult may bring up to 1 bottle of wine/champagne (750 ml) (boxed wine and the like are not allowed). If it is opened and drunk in restaurants, bars and the like, a corkage fee of about $35 per bottle applies, but this is waived for holders of the Classic/Premium drinks package and when drinking in your cabin. Other alcohol purchased at ports of call is held by staff at boarding and returned near the final day of the cruise. |
| Mobile and connectivity | Mobile phone roaming at sea (Cellular at Sea) follows each person's own carrier's maritime roaming rate plan and is not a Celebrity charge. Messaging and calls via a Wi-Fi package are priced under a separate system, so to avoid roaming charges, airplane mode plus onboard Wi-Fi is generally recommended. |

- Japanese support: Staff: Unknown / Menus: Unknown / Announcements: Unknown

Checked: 2026-07-03

- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/gratuity-program)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/things-to-do-onboard/onboard-packages/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/things-to-do-onboard/onboard-packages/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/whats-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/guest-terms/guest-health-safety-and-conduct-policy/english/)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/onboard-dress-code)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/get-on-board)
- [travelmarketreport.com](https://www.travelmarketreport.com/cruises/articles/celebrity-cruises-removes-gratuities-from-all-included-pricing)
- [cruisemummy.co.uk](https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/celebrity-cruises-all-inclusive/)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/guide-to-celebrity-cruises-all-included-fare/)

## Itineraries on this ship

### [7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/celebrity-xcel-7n-barcelona)

- Region: Mediterranean
- Itinerary: Oct 2026 – Sep 2028
- Departure months: 2026-10, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09, 2028-07, 2028-08, 2028-09
- Ship: Celebrity Xcel
- Cruise line: Celebrity Cruises
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: Barcelona → Barcelona
- Port: Barcelona › Villefranche-sur-Mer (Nice) › Portofino › +3 › Barcelona
- Cruise type: Round trip / 7
- Amount: From $1,599.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

### [7-Night Caribbean & Bahamas Cruise from Miami](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/celebrity-xcel-7n-miami)

- Region: Caribbean & Bahamas
- Itinerary: Nov 2026 – Apr 2027
- Departure months: 2026-11, 2026-12, 2027-01, 2027-02, 2027-03, 2027-04
- Ship: Celebrity Xcel
- Cruise line: Celebrity Cruises
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: Miami → Miami
- Port: Miami › Costa Maya › Cozumel › +2 › Miami
- Cruise type: Round trip / 6
- Amount: From $1,084.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Standard

Checked: 2026-07-22

## What is included and what costs extra

Checked: 2026-07-04

### Included in the fare / extra

| Item | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Meals (main restaurants) | Included |
| Alcohol | Included |
| Gratuities | Extra charge |
| Wi‑Fi | Included |
| Specialty dining | Extra charge |
| Shore excursions | Extra charge |

The basic fare includes only meals such as main dining and buffet. Selecting the Always Included fare adds a Classic drinks package and Basic Wi-Fi at no additional charge. Crew gratuities (tips) are charged automatically. Specialty restaurants and shore excursions are charged separately.

### Onboard costs (original currency)

- Onboard currency: USD

| Item | Category | Amount |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Drinks (one beer) | Extra charge | $8-$14 (Estimated) |
| Soft drinks and water | Extra charge | Soft drinks $4.75 / Water Free during meals (Estimated) |
| Drink package | Extra charge | About $65/day for the Classic Drinks Package; advance online purchase is $54.99/day, with a separate 20% service charge. (Estimated) |
| Wi‑Fi | Extra charge | For 7 nights: approximately $140. (Estimated) |
| Gratuities (automatic service charge) | Extra charge | $19.50 per day (Interior, Ocean View, Veranda), $20.50 per day (Concierge, AquaClass), $24.50 per day (The Retreat). Applies to new bookings made on or after July 31, 2026 (Estimated) |
| Spa (60 minutes) | Extra charge | $129+ (Estimated) |
| Laundry | Extra charge | No self-service laundry. Individual items cost about $3–$19; fixed-price packages such as a $59.99 unlimited-fill Wash & Fold bag are also available. (Estimated) |
| Shore excursions | Unknown | Shore excursions cost extra depending on the content and port. (Estimated) |

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Checked: 2026-07-03

- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/gratuity-program)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/things-to-do-onboard/onboard-packages/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/things-to-do-onboard/onboard-packages/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/whats-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/guest-terms/guest-health-safety-and-conduct-policy/english/)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/onboard-dress-code)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/get-on-board)
- [travelmarketreport.com](https://www.travelmarketreport.com/cruises/articles/celebrity-cruises-removes-gratuities-from-all-included-pricing)
- [cruisemummy.co.uk](https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/celebrity-cruises-all-inclusive/)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/guide-to-celebrity-cruises-all-included-fare/)

## Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Checked: 2026-07-04

### Boarding and logistics

- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Fort Lauderdale (Florida, United States; home port for winter Caribbean cruises), Barcelona (Spain; home port for summer Mediterranean cruises), Rome/Civitavecchia (Italy; home port for summer Mediterranean cruises)
- Departure ports: Fort Lauderdale, Barcelona, Civitavecchia (Rome), Athens (Piraeus)

### Atmosphere and guests

- All ages
- Modern, stylish interiors befitting the newest ship of the Edge class (entered service in 2025), centered on signature experiential features such as the Magic Carpet and Eden. A refined atmosphere geared toward adults.
- Mainly attracts couples and adults, although a certain number of families also sail; child-oriented facilities are kept to a minimum. It attracts a broad clientele on both Caribbean cruises from North America and Mediterranean cruises from Europe.

[Official Deck Plan](https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-xcel/deck-plans) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-07-04

[Official ship home page](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel) (Unverified) / Checked: 2026-10-04

Celebrity Xcel improves fuel efficiency with an efficient hull design featuring a bulbous bow and ABB Azipod electric propulsion. Nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides are substantially removed. It also supports shore-power connections.

## Links

### Official

- [Official ship page](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel)

### Cabins, dining, facilities and ship details

- [Official Deck Plan](https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-xcel/deck-plans)

### Boarding notes and videos

- [Girls Trip on Celebrity Xcel: A Review - Welcome to Ellen's Empty Nesters](https://ellensemptynesters.com/2026/09/16/girls-trip-on-celebrity-xcel-a-review/)
- [Celebrity Xcel: Is it Excellent? Our Experience in a Nutshell.](https://aloftandaway.com/celebrity-xcel-is-it-excellent-our-experience-in-a-nutshell/)
- [Celebrity Xcel Review: Our Honest 7-Night Experience - Cruise with Ben & David](https://benanddavid.cruises/blog/unkgcntsw08qa585siyt2nuhmkp5b5)
- [Celebrity Xcel](https://zachthetravelingman.com/ship-reviews/celebrity-xcel/)
- [Celebrity Xcel - Revealing Preview Cruise Embarkation and a Blissful Day at Sea - x-Perienced Travel](https://xperiencedtravel.com/celebrity-xcel-preview-cruise1/)

### External sites and sources

- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celebrity_Xcel)
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edge-class_cruise_ship)
- [View on VesselFinder (IMO 9884136)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9884136)
- [bairdmaritime.com](https://www.bairdmaritime.com/passenger/cruise/vessel-review-celebrity-xcel-celebrity-cruises-introduces-expanded-capacity-newbuild-to-luxury-ship-segment)
- [celebritycruises.jp](https://www.celebritycruises.jp/ships/XC/)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel/ways-to-escape/)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel/date-night-all-day/)
- [celebritycruises.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.celebritycruises.jp/topics/ml_jpn_crew)
- [celebritycruises.jp (Language: Japanese)](https://www.celebritycruises.jp/pdf/Cruise_Guide/CEL/SL.pdf)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/guest-terms/content/uploads/2023/08/Booking-Conditions-Other-Locations-ENGLISH.pdf)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/while-on-board)
- [royalcaribbeanblog.com](https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2025/11/17/celebrity-xcel-cruise-ocean-view-room)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/gratuity-program)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/things-to-do-onboard/onboard-packages/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/all-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/whats-included)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/guest-terms/guest-health-safety-and-conduct-policy/english/)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/onboard-dress-code)
- [celebritycruises.com](https://www.celebritycruises.com/faqs/get-on-board)
- [travelmarketreport.com](https://www.travelmarketreport.com/cruises/articles/celebrity-cruises-removes-gratuities-from-all-included-pricing)
- [cruisemummy.co.uk](https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/celebrity-cruises-all-inclusive/)
- [eatsleepcruise.com](https://eatsleepcruise.com/guide-to-celebrity-cruises-all-included-fare/)

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## Current position (external site)

[View on VesselFinder (IMO 9884136)](https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9884136)

External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

Checked: none (unverified)

## Cruise stories and videos on external sites

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| Title | Kind | Language | Disclosure | Site | Sailed | Link checked | Link treatment |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Girls Trip on Celebrity Xcel: A Review - Welcome to Ellen's Empty Nesters](https://ellensemptynesters.com/2026/09/16/girls-trip-on-celebrity-xcel-a-review/) | Personal blog | English | — | ellensemptynesters.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-05 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Celebrity Xcel: Is it Excellent? Our Experience in a Nutshell.](https://aloftandaway.com/celebrity-xcel-is-it-excellent-our-experience-in-a-nutshell/) | Personal blog | English | — | aloftandaway.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Celebrity Xcel Review: Our Honest 7-Night Experience - Cruise with Ben & David](https://benanddavid.cruises/blog/unkgcntsw08qa585siyt2nuhmkp5b5) | Personal blog | English | — | benanddavid.cruises | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Celebrity Xcel](https://zachthetravelingman.com/ship-reviews/celebrity-xcel/) | Personal blog | English | — | zachthetravelingman.com | — | Checked: 2026-10-04 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |
| [Celebrity Xcel - Revealing Preview Cruise Embarkation and a Blissful Day at Sea - x-Perienced Travel](https://xperiencedtravel.com/celebrity-xcel-preview-cruise1/) | Personal blog | English | — | xperiencedtravel.com | 2025-11-09 | Checked: 2026-10-05 | nofollow (nofollow noopener noreferrer) / — |

## About this data

- Ship detail verification: Source unverified

Checked: 2026-07-04

[Official ship page](https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel)

Photo: Tunestoons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Celebrity_Xcel_at_Port_Everglades_2025-11-05.jpg

## Sources

- official: celebritycruises.com — https://www.celebritycruises.com/xcel
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celebrity_Xcel
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edge-class_cruise_ship
- secondary: vesselfinder.com — https://www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/9884136
- secondary: bairdmaritime.com — https://www.bairdmaritime.com/passenger/cruise/vessel-review-celebrity-xcel-celebrity-cruises-introduces-expanded-capacity-newbuild-to-luxury-ship-segment
- secondary: celebritycruises.jp — https://www.celebritycruises.jp/ships/XC/
- official: celebritycruises.com — https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-xcel/deck-plans

Source: Wikipedia “[Celebrity Xcel](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celebrity_Xcel)”, “[Edge-class cruise ship](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edge-class_cruise_ship)” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))