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Anthem of the Seas

Exterior of Anthem of the Seas (Royal Caribbean International), docked in port
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Quantum class · refurbished 2024 · Alaska, Oceania & South Pacific

Itineraries on this ship: 3

Regions
Alaska, Oceania & South Pacific
Departure months
Jan 2027Feb 2027May 2027Jun 2027Jul 2027Aug 2027Sep 2027Dec 2027
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Entered service in 2015 as the second Quantum-class ship. It features an indoor pool and extensive all-weather facilities, making it suitable for itineraries with large temperature differences. In summer 2026 and 2027, it will operate Alaska cruises from Seattle; during the Southern Hemisphere summer, it will operate Oceania itineraries from Sydney, alternating between opposite sides of the globe by season. Highlights include an observation capsule rising approximately 90 meters and a skydiving simulator, among other Quantum-class signature attractions.

Family-friendlyAdult-orientedCold-climate itinerariesFirst-time cruise friendly
168,666 GT
Gross tonnage
4,180
Guests
1,500
Crew
16
Decks
2,090
Cabins
348 m (1,142 ft)
Length
2015
Year built
9656101
IMO number

Current position (external site)View on VesselFinder (IMO 9656101)External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

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.

Public bath
Secondary source

Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: cruise-circle.co.uk
Japanese food
Official

Japanese food at extra cost

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: royalcaribbean.jp
Japanese language support
Official

Confirmed services

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: royalcaribbean.jp
Payment in yen
Official

Payment in yen not accepted

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: royalcaribbean.com
Smoking
Official

Smoking in designated areas only

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: royalcaribbean.com
Dress code
Official

Formal nights

Line-wide details: About 2 on a 7-night cruise (as a guide, on day 2 and day 6). 1 on a 5-night cruise, rising to 3 to 4 on cruises of 15 nights or more.

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: royalcaribbean.com
Power outlets
Secondary source

Plug types: A, C

Line-wide details: Supports both 110V and 220V.

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: cruisecompass.co.uk

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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

At a glance

Kids club: YesAdults-only areas: YesCasino: YesTheater and shows: YesSpa: YesAccessible cabins: YesSolo cabins: YesJapanese support rating (editorial) 1/5Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

What is included and what costs extra

Included in the fare / extra
  • Meals (main restaurants)Included
  • AlcoholExtra charge
  • GratuitiesExtra charge
  • Wi‑FiExtra charge
  • Specialty diningExtra charge
  • Shore excursionsExtra charge

The basic fare includes only meals such as main dining and buffet. Alcohol, Wi-Fi, tips, and specialty restaurants are charged separately or require a package purchase. Suites in Sky Class and above add benefits such as access to Coastal Kitchen.

Onboard costs (original currency)
  • Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8
  • Extra chargeSoft drinks and waterSoft drinks $4 / Water $4
  • Extra chargeDrink packageAbout $65-80/day for the Deluxe Beverage Package; the fleet average is around $71.99/day, varying by ship and season.
  • Extra chargeWi‑FiA total of about $140-$245 for 7 nights (a guide for package purchase).
  • Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)$18.50-$21/day (varies by stateroom category)
  • Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$100+
  • Extra chargeLaundryWashing, pressing, and dry cleaning are paid services (Wash & Fold costs about $34.99 per use). Partially included for higher suites.
  • Shore excursionsShore excursions cost extra depending on the port and content.

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

Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Boarding and logistics
  • Japan departures: No
  • Home ports: Southampton (United Kingdom; current main home port, offering cruises to the Norwegian fjords, Mediterranean, and Canary Islands), Cape Liberty/Bayonne (New Jersey, United States; served as a home port from its 2015 launch until around 2020, with a record of offering Caribbean and Bermuda cruises), Sydney (Australia; 2026-27 Southern Hemisphere summer, with Australia and New Zealand cruises planned to run in parallel with sister ship Quantum's departures from Brisbane)
  • Departure ports: Southampton, Sydney (2026-2027 season)
Atmosphere and guests
  • All ages
  • Focused on European cruises departing from and returning to Southampton, including the Norwegian fjords and the Mediterranean. Even in cool northern Europe, guests can enjoy the scenery from onboard through the all-weather SeaPlex and observation gondola.
  • Passengers are mainly from Europe, especially the United Kingdom, with many repeat guests because of the convenience of boarding without a flight. Japanese-language services and Japanese passengers are limited; during the Southern Hemisphere season, sailings switch to departures from and returns to Australia.
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Equipped with an advanced exhaust-gas cleaning device (scrubber) and an advanced wastewater treatment system, with partial support for shore-power connections at ports. Unlike Icon-class ships with LNG main engines, it uses conventional diesel-electric propulsion.

Ship character

Families
4
Adults
4
Luxury
3
First-time cruisers
5
Entertainment
4
Dining
4
Great for
  • • Alaska and cold-region itineraries
  • • Weather-independent travelers
  • • Mixed-age groups
Less suited to
  • • Families seeking giant waterslides
  • • Outdoor-focused tropical resort travelers

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Cabins by category

Interior Stateroom / Virtual Balcony

The least expensive category onboard. Although it has no windows, many types feature a virtual balcony that uses a large screen to simulate outdoor views, reducing the sense of confinement.

Size
15–17 m² (161–183 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleQueen bed (can be split into twins) + sofa bed. Mostly cabins with a "Virtual Balcony", an 80-inch 4K screen covering a whole wall that shows real-time exterior views.

378 cabins Concentrated on inner decks of lower to mid-level floors

Connecting: Yes

Interior Studio

A single-occupancy cabin for solo travelers, introduced on the Quantum class. It is set up so that no single supplement applies, and although small, storage and a virtual balcony are standard. Including studios of the same type with balconies (approximately 11 m²), there are about 28 cabins on the whole ship.

Size
9 m² (97 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
1 personSingle or compact bed, 1 bed; with virtual balcony

Dedicated studio area on inner decks (all 28 studio staterooms arranged with balcony types)

Solo: Yes

Ocean View Stateroom

Ocean-view cabins with windows but no balcony. In addition to the standard type, there are alcove types with large projecting windows that make use of bow corner locations.

Size
17–28 m² (183–301 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleQueen bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. Has a window or a porthole; toward the bow there are also corner cabins with a bay-style window.

148 cabins More common near the bow on Decks 8-11

Window: YesConnecting: Yes

Ocean View Stateroom with Balcony

The most common category, accounting for nearly 70% of all cabins. Options include standard balconies and large-balcony types with more floor area.

Size
18–21 m² (194–226 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleQueen bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed or pull-down bed, with a private balcony.

1,436 cabins Widely distributed across mid- to high-level decks on Decks 8-12

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConnecting: Yes

Studio Balcony (Deluxe / Super)

A balcony-equipped studio for solo travelers (Deluxe/Super Studio Balcony). There are approximately 28 studios across the ship when combined with interior studios, and they are popular with solo travelers and tend to sell out early.

Size
11 m² (118 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
1 personSingle or compact bed, 1 bed; with private balcony

Grouped in the same area as interior studios

Balcony: YesWindow: YesSolo: Yes

Junior Suite / Spa Junior Suite / Large-Balcony Junior Suite

The entry tier of Sky Class. Variations include Large-Balcony types with larger balconies than standard and Spa Junior Suites with bathtubs.

Size
25–26 m² (269–280 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
2-4 peopleQueen bed and sofa bed. The Spa Junior Suite, with a bathtub and shower separated by glass, is for 2 guests.

78 cabins Grouped in suite areas around Deck 10

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes

Grand Suite (1/2-Bedroom) / Owner's Suite

A collection of Grand Suites with separate bedrooms. The Owners Suite is distinguished by its fold-out large terrace.

Size
33–51 m² (355–549 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
4 people (2-bedroom rooms accommodate approximately 6 people)King bed + sofa bed; 2-bedroom types have additional twin/sofa beds

28 cabins Grouped in suite areas around Deck 10

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes

Sky Loft / Grand Loft / Owner's Loft / Ultimate Family Royal Loft Suite

A collection of loft-style suites arranged as two-level maisonettes. The top-tier Ultimate Family Royal Loft Suite (about 152 m²) has an in-room slide and comes with a private concierge, with service equivalent to Star Class.

Size
62–152 m² (667–1,636 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
4-8 guests (the top-tier Royal Loft Suite accommodates up to 8)Two-level layout. A king bed plus multiple twin/sofa beds accommodates many guests.

11 cabins A two-level maisonette located at the top of the aft section (around decks 16–17)

Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes

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.

Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Children and families
  • • H2O Zone — A children's water-play area behind the pool deck, with a spiral-shaped wave pool, a splash pool for infants and toddlers, two mini slides, and fountains. It is not as large as a dedicated water park.
  • • Adventure Ocean — A free kids' program divided by age for children aged 3-12. Babysitting for children aged 6-36 months is paid.
Adults-only areas
  • • Casino Royale — A casino with slot machines and table games, open only at sea to guests aged 18 and over.
Practical information (line-wide)
Onboard currency
USD
Gratuities
A daily service charge is added automatically to your SeaPass account. During the cruise, you can adjust the amount at Guest Services at any time.
Payment
Cashless onboard
Medical facilities
There is a medical center staffed 24 hours a day by doctors and nurses, with consultation fees of about $100 to $200. Charges are billed to your SeaPass account.
Bringing items onboard
On embarkation day only, just 1 bottle (750 ml) of wine or champagne may be brought on board (beer and spirits are not allowed). A corkage fee of $15 is required if you drink it in public areas, and on multi-night cruises you can add 1 bottle at each port call.
Mobile and connectivity
You can get connected in 2 ways: roaming via your mobile carrier (Cellular at Sea) and the VOOM onboard Wi-Fi service. VOOM is sold as paid packages.

Dining

Included Included in the fare (no extra charge)
Main Dining: The Grande / Chic / Silk / American Icon GrillInternational cuisine (course menu)

The fare-included main dining is divided into four rooms with different interiors (Grande, Chic, Silk, and American Icon Grill), but the dinner menu served is the same. Guests can choose between fixed seating and flexible dining times.

Hours: Breakfast and dinner focused (lunch availability depends on the itinerary)

Windjammer MarketplaceBuffet (multinational cuisine)

A large buffet with long opening hours, making it a convenient included dining venue for families.

Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (open most of the day)

Café PromenadeLight bites, coffee, and pastries

A light-snack stand on the Esplanade offers free pastries and sandwiches, with specialty coffee available for purchase.

Hours: All day (early morning to late night)

Sorrento's PizzaNew York-style pizza

A complimentary New York-style pizza stand on the Esplanade. Open until late at night, it is popular for a small bite.

Hours: Midday to late night

Café @ Two70Light bites, salads, and deli (gourmet market-style)

A complimentary gourmet-market-style snack corner inside Two70, unique to the Quantum class. It converts into an entertainment venue at night, so it is open during the day only.

Hours: Breakfast and lunch only

Coastal KitchenMediterranean and California-style fusion (suite guests only)

Included dining exclusively for suite guests of Sky Class and above. Mediterranean and Californian dishes are enjoyed in a dedicated, calm space.

Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Extra charge Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)
Chops Grille$54.99 (dinner)/$25 (lunch; depends on the schedule)
American steakhouse• Dinner focused (lunch service available depending on the itinerary)

The ship's standard steakhouse. It centers on high-quality beef dishes, and additional seafood options are also available.

  • Filet mignon (included in course)
  • Tomahawk steak (additional option)+$39.99
  • Main lobster (additional option)+$21
Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver$54.99 (dinner)/$25.99 (lunch)
Italian cuisine (trattoria-style)• Lunch and dinner service

Trattoria-style Italian cuisine overseen by British chef Jamie Oliver, with pasta and charcoal-grilled dishes in a casual atmosphere.

  • Charcuterie board
  • Homemade lasagna
  • Slow-roasted meat dishes
Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine$54.99–$59.99
Creative cuisine (molecular gastronomy-style)• Dinner only

An experiential restaurant with a fantastical interior reminiscent of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, featuring science-based cooking effects such as dry ice.

  • Dry ice presentation dish (when ordering a course)
  • Course meal following six themes (sun, ice, fire, water, earth, dream)
Izumi Sushi & HibachiSushi is ordered item by item from the menu, while teppanyaki is set-price
Japanese cuisine (sushi and teppanyaki)• Lunch and dinner service (reservations required for teppanyaki)

Offers both a la carte sushi and teppanyaki with live performances. The focus is on Americanized creative sushi.

  • Sushi roll (single order)$8 to $15 per roll
  • Teppanyaki classic set (choice of wagyu / chicken / shrimp)$59.99
  • Teppanyaki premium course (steak, shrimp, lobster, and more)$64.99

Facilities and activities

Highlights
North Star: An observation gondola rising to about 90 m above sea level (currently paid)RipCord by iFLY: An indoor skydiving experience in a vertical wind tunnel (paid)SeaPlex: An indoor sports complex including bumper cars and a circus schoolTwo70: An immersive entertainment space with 270-degree glass walls and robot-arm-operated screens (RoboScreens)Bionic Bar: A bar where robot arms make cocktails
North StarExtra charge
Signature attractionAbout $20 per visit (charged separately from 2024 onward)

A glass-enclosed observation gondola rising from the pool deck to approximately 90 m above sea level. This iconic Quantum-class attraction offers 360-degree panoramic views; it was free at launch but now costs extra.

RipCord by iFlyExtra charge
Signature attractionAbout $20-$50 per session (varies by demand and itinerary)

A paid attraction in a vertical wind tunnel that simulates the floating sensation of skydiving. It was initially free for early passengers but is now paid.

SeaPlexIncluded
Sports

One of the largest indoor sports venues at sea, with bumper cars, laser tag, a circus school (flying trapeze and more), 3-on-3 basketball, and other activities that change daily. Because it is not affected by weather, it can be enjoyed even on days when port sightseeing is difficult.

Two70Included
Theater

A multipurpose space with floor-to-ceiling glass spanning 270 degrees, offering panoramic stern views. By day it is a lounge; at night it becomes an immersive show venue combining RoboScreens and live and aerial performances.

FlowRiderIncluded
Sports

A free surf simulator where guests can experience surfing and bodyboarding on a flowing water surface. Reservations are not required, so guests can drop in and enjoy it.

Rock Climbing WallIncluded
Sports

A free climbing wall on Deck 15, available to guests aged 6 and over.

Jogging TrackIncluded
Jogging

A two-lane jogging track on Deck 15, with markers at 5 km and 10 km. It is intended for guests who want to run outdoors.

H2O ZoneIncluded
KidsFor children: Yes

A children's water-play area behind the pool deck, with a spiral-shaped wave pool, a splash pool for infants and toddlers, two mini slides, and fountains. It is not as large as a dedicated water park.

Main Pools & SolariumIncluded
Pool

Three pools are available on Deck 14: an outdoor pool, a retractable-roof indoor pool, and a Solarium pool reserved for guests aged 16 and over.

Royal TheaterIncluded
Theater

The main theater, offering free Broadway-style production shows and acrobat performances.

Casino RoyaleExtra charge
CasinoAdults only: Yes

A casino with slot machines and table games, open only at sea to guests aged 18 and over.

Adventure OceanIncluded
KidsFor children: YesChildcare for infants and toddlers (Royal Babies & Tots) is charged by time

A free kids' program divided by age for children aged 3-12. Babysitting for children aged 6-36 months is paid.

Royal Escape RoomIncluded
ArcadeSome themed sessions are charged separately (about $20-$30)

An onboard escape game. It is generally included in the cruise fare, but upper-tier themes may require an additional fee.

Vitality Spa & FitnessExtra charge
SpaMassages and treatments start at $100; the fitness center is free

A spa with 22 treatment rooms, including 2 couples' rooms. Services include massages, facials, hair salon treatments, and acupuncture. Use of the fitness gym itself is free.

Music HallIncluded
Nightclub

A free two-level multipurpose venue that features live bands by day and becomes a nightclub-style space at night.

Schooner BarExtra charge
BarCocktails about $12-$14 (food and drinks charged separately)

A ship-themed interior piano bar where guests can enjoy drinks while listening to live music.

BolerosExtra charge
BarMojitos and other cocktails about $12-$14

A bar along the Esplanade offering live Latin music and cocktails such as mojitos.

VintagesExtra charge
BarGlass wine about $10 and up; light meal menu available

A relaxed wine bar offering an extensive wine list and light snacks.

Royal EsplanadeFree
Promenade

A two-level indoor shopping and entertainment street at the heart of the ship, lined with duty-free brand and souvenir shops, bars, and cafes.

Itineraries on this ship

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