Sapphire Princess
Set Sail Aboard Sapphire Princess
Consistently a top choice for cruisers and industry experts, Princess offers quality, contemporary cruising with a balance of tradition and innovation. With nearly 750 balcony staterooms, there's a room with a view for you on Sapphire Princess®.
Onboard the Sapphire Princess
Sapphire Princess
Year Built: 2004
Year Refurbished: 2018
Double Occupancy Capacity: 2674
Swim in one of four sparkling pools, shop the boutiques or get a massage in the Lotus Spa®. Dine casually on pizza and burgers or more elegantly in one of the many formal dining rooms and specialty restaurants. And with nearly 750 balcony staterooms, there's a room with a view for you.
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Activities & Services (included in cruise)
Show Lounge
- Card Room
- Casino
- Disco/Nightclub
- Game Arcade
- Movies Under the Stars®
- Theater/Show Lounge
- Beauty Salon
- Fitness Center
- Fitness Classes
- Miniature Golf
- Pool - Adults Only
- Pool - Children's
- Pool - Outdoor
- Pool - Indoor
- Sports Facilities
- Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
- Art Gallery
- Bars/Lounges
- Library
- Children's Indoor Play Area
- Children's Outdoor Play Area
- Educational Classes
- Organized Age Specific Activities
- Teen Center or Disco
- Teen Programs
- Business Center
- Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
- Elevators
- Infirmary/Medical Center
- Religious Services
- Self-Service Laundromat
- Wedding/Vow Renewal
Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)
Full-Service Spa
- Full-Service Spa
- Spa Services/Massage
- Sauna/Steam Room
- Educational Programs
- Internet Center
- Babysitting
- Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
Dining Room
Main Dining
International Dining Room: After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.
Pacific Moon Dining Room: After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.
Santa Fe Dining Room: After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.
Savoy Dining Room: After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.
Vivaldi Dining Room: After final payment, through the MedallionClass® app, you may request your dining preference with Dine My Way℠. Customize your dining experiences nightly by choosing your seating time, dining companions and dietary needs.
Sabatini's
Specialty Dining
Chef’s Table Experience: Taking dining to a new level, the Chef’s Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. This restaurant is available for an additional cost. Limited capacity, reservations required.
Sabatini's℠: An upscale authentic Italian dining experience in a remarkable eight-course meal. The menu features both local seafood specialties and other regional favorites. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Sterling Steakhouse℠: An upscale and more refined approach to the traditional steakhouse, this venue features some of the best, most tender cuts of beef, such as New York and porterhouse, plus a prime rib carving station. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.
Vines: Vines boasts an extensive collection of wines, like Opus One, Super Tuscans, fine sparkling wines and regional offerings for purchase. The menu also includes wine flights and a selection of wines by the glass.
Alfredo's Pizzeria
Casual Dining
Alfredo's Pizzeria: This charming sit-down venue offers an enticing menu of freshly prepared individual-size pizzas along with beer and wines by the glass. The open kitchen design allows you to watch as the chefs create pizza by hand and serve them straight out of the oven.
Chocolate Journeys℠: There are few foods that inspire as much passion as chocolate, and master chocolatier Norman Love has designed some of the most decadent, hand-crafted treats exclusively for Princess' Chocolate Journeys℠ program. Trained in France, and named the Inaugural Inductee into the Chocolatier Hall of Fame by Dessert Professional Magazine, Chef Love combined premium quality chocolate with unique flavors and artful designs to mastermind his exclusive creations found throughout the ship.
Crafted by Curtis Stone: In the Main Dining Room, savor fresh new cuisine designed by award-winning Chef Curtis Stone during every voyage. Personal reflections on the menu by Chef Stone elaborate on each "Crafted" selection, prepared with the most authentic ingredients. Be enticed by dishes featuring delicious meats and seafood, fresh produce and vibrant, bold flavors.
Horizon Court: Horizon Court offers a buffet selection that changes throughout the day to satisfy the most discriminating palate. Indulge in a delightful array of worldwide cuisine, freshly baked breads and regional comfort foods, in a casual setting at breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy fresh fruits, signature pastas and desserts galore along with your favorite beverages and customizable features like create-your-own salads and sandwiches.
International Café: Open 24 hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages. Grab a freshly baked croissant to start your day, snack on pies and quiche or choose from a wide variety of salads and sandwiches at lunchtime, and indulge in decadent desserts in the evening. Coffee and tea fans will love the New Grounds Crafted Coffee menu featuring a variety of specialty espresso-based drinks made from a custom blend of coffee beans, as well as iced tea fusions.
Trident Grill: Follow your nose to the Trident Grill where the burgers are flipping and the hotdogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin’s and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.
Room Service: Call for room service delivery or order through OceanNow® in the Princess® MedallionClass® app at any time of the day or night. Guests with the latest Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages enjoy OceanNow® and room service delivery with no charge. Otherwise, a one-time access fee of $14.99 per person per voyage will apply for OceanNow® delivery and a $5 room service fee will apply for each order placed by stateroom phone. To order, guests can press the "Room Service" button on their stateroom phone, or order through OceanNow®.
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Staterooms feature a refrigerator, spacious closet and bathroom with shower.
Category: IA
Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.
Category: IB
Approximately 168 to 182 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.
Category: IC
Approximately 168 to 182 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.
Category: ID
Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.
Category: IE
Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.
Category: IF
Approximately 168 sq. ft., this well-appointed interior stateroom provides fine amenities.
Nicely-appointed staterooms feature a picture window, spacious closet and bathroom with shower.
Category: O5
Approximately 200 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a forward-facing cabin for memorable views.
Category: OC
Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.
Category: OF
Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window for memorable views.
Category: OV
Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.
Category: OW
Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.
Category: OY
Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.
Category: OZ
Approximately 183 sq. ft., this well-appointed stateroom features a picture window with an obstructed view.
Staterooms feature a private balcony, spacious walk-in closet, desk and bathroom with shower.
Category: B2
Approximately 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Category: B4
Approximately 237 to 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides dramatic wake views from a rear-facing private balcony.
Category: BA
Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Category: BB
Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Category: BC
Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Category: BD
Approximately 237 to 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Category: BE
Approximately 237 to 277 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Category: BF
Approximately 237 sq. ft. including balcony, this cabin provides outstanding views from a private balcony.
Features private balcony and sitting room, two TVs, walk-in closet and bathroom with tub and shower.
Category: M1
Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.
Category: MB
Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.
Category: MD
Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.
Category: ME
Approximately 354 sq. ft. including balcony, this spacious cabin provides a seating area with sofa bed, and full bath with combination tub and shower.
Category: S1
Approximately 1,329 sq. ft. including balcony, the Grand Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Category: S2
Approximately 692 sq. ft. including balcony, the Owner's Suite features an expansive cabin and oversized aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Category: S3
Approximately 525 to 572 sq. ft. including balcony, the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Category: S4
Approximately 555 sq. ft. including balcony, the Penthouse Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Category: S5
Approximately 705 sq. ft. including balcony, the Premium Suite features a spacious cabin and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Category: S6
Approximately 525 to 548 sq. ft. including balcony, the Vista Suite features a spacious cabin and aft-facing balcony. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Category: S8
Approximately 613 sq. ft. including balcony, the Two Bedroom Family Suite features 2 bedrooms to accommodate up to 6 passengers. Enjoy exclusive suite-only upgrades and benefits.
Symbol | Description |
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Two-bedroom family suite (connecting staterooms with private balcony, accommodate up to six persons) | |
Will accommodate third person | |
Two lower beds not convertible to queen, shower only | |
Queen bed not convertible to two twin beds | |
Balcony access when in port only | |
Will accommodate third and fourth person | |
Connecting staterooms | |
Fully accessible stateroom, roll-in shower only | |
Will accommodate third and fourth person, fourth berth is a rollaway bed |
- Ship Name: Sapphire Princess
- Year Built: 2004
- Year Refurbished: 2018
- Year Entered Present Fleet: 2004
- Ship Class: Diamond
- Maximum Capacity: 2,670
- Number of Passenger Decks: 18
- Number of Crew: 1,100
- Officers' Nationality: British/Italian
- Ocean-View without Balcony: 216
- Ocean-View with Balcony: 522
- Total Inside Staterooms: 366
- Tonnage (GRT): 115,875
- Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,674
- Country of Registry: Bermuda
- Total Staterooms: 1,337
- Suites with Balcony: 214
- Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International
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