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Introducing Sun Princess
Sun Princess represents an evolution of the Princess Cruises playbook, moving beyond the design language of its previous Royal Class ships. Built in Italy by Fincantieri, the ship introduces a more contemporary profile, defined by its curved glass structures and open, multi-level spaces.
Towards the front of the ship is The Dome, a geodesic glass structure inspired by the terraces of Santorini. This space functions as both a pool area by day and an acrobatic performance venue at night. It reflects the wider design intent of the ship, which leans heavily into flexible, multi-use environments.
Sun Princess carries approximately 4,300 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of around 1,600. It is also the first Princess ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), marking a shift towards lower-emission operations.
The ship introduces a new internal layout, with three main zones – The Piazza, The Dome and The Arena – each designed to anchor a different part of the onboard experience.
What are the facilities on Sun Princess like?
Facilities on Sun Princess are built around its three central zones, each offering a different atmosphere and function.
The Dome is one of the ship’s defining features. By day, it operates as a relaxed pool and lounge area with panoramic sea views. By night, it transforms into a performance venue for aerial shows, combining water, light and acrobatics in a theatre-in-the-round setting.
The Piazza is the social hub of the ship. Spanning multiple levels, it includes cafés, bars, dining venues and seating areas, designed to feel more like an open plaza than a traditional atrium. New to Sun Princess, the Sphere and its large glass panels spanning nine decks brings natual lights, reinforcing the ship’s focus on openness.
The Arena is the main theatre space, reimagined with configurable staging and advanced projection technology. It allows for more immersive productions compared to traditional proscenium theatres.
Additional facilities include:
- Multiple pools and hot tubs are located across different decks
- A reconfigured Sanctuary adults-only retreat with private cabanas
- Lotus Spa with thermal suite, treatment rooms and wellness areas
- A full fitness centre with ocean views
- Outdoor jogging track and sports courts
- Casino, boutiques and retail spaces
- Dedicated areas for enrichment programmes and lectures
The overall feel is more contemporary than earlier Princess ships, with fewer enclosed spaces and more visual connection to the sea.
What restaurants and bars are there on Sun Princess?
Dining on Sun Princess expands both in scale and variety, with a mix of included venues and speciality restaurants. In total, there are 29 options available to guests.
Included dining options include:
- The Eatery: a food-hall/buffet hybrid
- The Horizons Dining Rooms (including Soleil and Eclipse): traditional multi-course dining
- International Café: light bites, pastries and coffee throughout the day
- The Lido, a range of smaller food venues by the Lido Pool, offering tacos, pizzas, salads and more
- Promenade dining, with Promenade Grill, Promenade Ice Cream and Promenade Slice
Speciality dining plays a larger role on Sun Princess, with several new and returning concepts.
These include:
- Crown Grill: a steakhouse specialising in premium cuts and seafood
- Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria: for Italian cuisine with regional influences
- Umai Teppanyaki: Japanese teppanyaki-style dining
- Love by Britto: a visually driven, art-inspired dining experience
- Makoto Ocean: sushi and Japanese dishes created in collaboration with chef Makoto Okuwa
- The Catch by Rudi: a fish and seafood venue
Bars and lounges are distributed throughout the ship, including:
- Bellini’s Cocktail Bar: Italian-inspired drinks menu
- Crooners: Piano bar with classic cocktails
- Wheelhouse Bar: Nautical-themed lounge
- The Cascade Bar: a new venue located within The Dome
- The Sea View Bar: another new venue located with the observation and pool area forward of The Dome
Princess Cruises also has a strong focus on celebrity collaborations for its restaurants and bars, with the following worth mentioning:
- Rob Floyd, celebrity mixologist (Good Spirits at Sea)
- Makoto Okuwa, sushi master (Makoto Ocean)
- Romero Britto, world-renowned artist (Love by Britto)
- Gerard Bertrand, Master Winemaker of the Year (Master Winemaker Wine Tasting)
- Darren McGrady, Royal Chef (Royal Afternoon Tea)
- Dario Cecchini, famous butcher (The Butcher’s Block by Dario)
- Rudi Sodamin, renowned chef and head of culinary arts for Princess Cruises (The Catch by Rudi)
What is the accommodation like on Sun Princess?
Sun Princess introduces an updated accommodation mix, with a stronger emphasis on balcony cabins and new suite categories.
Stateroom and suite types include:
- Interior Staterooms: entry-level accommodation with efficient layouts
- Oceanview Staterooms: a similar layout to the Interior Staterooms, but featuring large windows
- Balcony Staterooms: the most common category, offering private outdoor space
- Mini-suites: larger cabins with additional seating areas
- Suites: premium accommodation with expanded living space and added benefits
A key addition is the Sanctuary Collection, a selection of suites and staterooms offering access to an exclusive dining area and the adults-only Sanctuary Club. This accommodation option also includes the Princess Premier all-inclusive package.
At the highest level, Signature Suites provide large balconies, separate living areas and priority access to onboard services.
Cabin design reflects the ship’s overall aesthetic, using lighter tones, modern furnishings and improved storage solutions. Bathrooms have also been updated with more spacious showers and contemporary finishes.
There are 51 accessible staterooms and 100 connecting staterooms.
What is the entertainment like on Sun Princess?
Entertainment is a major focus on Sun Princess, supported by new venue design and upgraded production capabilities.
The Arena hosts large-scale shows that make use of moving stages, immersive projections and flexible seating arrangements.
The Dome offers a different style of entertainment, with aerial acrobatics and visually driven performances staged in a circular environment. This creates a more intimate and dynamic viewing experience. Spellbound by Magic Castle (supplement applies) offers a unique entertainment option combining a speakeasy vibe with magician performances.
Events are also held in the Piazza (the ship’s atrium) and at Princess Live!.
Guests can expect:
- Live music in bars and lounges
- Guest entertainers, including comedians and vocalists
- Cinema screenings and outdoor movies
- Enrichment talks and destination-focused lectures
- Game shows and interactive events
What destinations is Sun Princess sailing to?
Sun Princess is scheduled to operate primarily in the Caribbean and in Europe, with itineraries focused on the Mediterranean. Repositioning transatlantic sailings will connect the ship’s main areas of deployment.
The ship’s size allows it to operate on major cruise routes, with an emphasis on established, high-demand destinations.
Who should sail on Sun Princess?
Sun Princess is designed to appeal to a broad range of travellers, while maintaining Princess Cruises’ traditional focus on relaxed, destination-led cruising.
The ship is particularly suited to:
- Couples looking for a balance of relaxation and entertainment
- Older travellers who prefer a quieter onboard atmosphere compared to high-energy resort ships
- Food-focused guests interested in a mix of included and speciality dining
- Cruisers who value enrichment programmes and destination talks
- Passengers who appreciate modern design but still want a familiar cruise structure
- Families, although it’s worth noting that the ship is less focused on large-scale waterparks or children’s attractions compared to some competitors.
Is Sun Princess good for families
As mentioned previously, Sun Princess does not have some of the high-thrill family activities, such as waterparks or surf simulators, that you may find on other ships. However, Princess Cruises offers a good range of kid-friendly facilities and activities – and is popular with many families.
On board, you’ll find:
- Firefly Park Kids Club for children 3-7*
- Neon Grove Tweens Club for children 8-12
- The Underground Teen Lounge for children 13-17
- Movies Under the Stars, Princess Cruises’ open-air, poolside cinema
*Parents can take kids aged six months to two years to the play area during specified Family Play Times, but they will have to supervise their children.
What’s included in the fare on Sun Princess?
Princess Cruises includes a wide range of core experiences in the base fare, with optional add-ons available.
Here’s what’s included:
- Meals at the main dining rooms and a range of complimentary venues
- Basic beverages including water, tea and coffee
- Entertainment in The Arena and The Dome
- Live music and onboard activities
- Access to pools, fitness centre and sports facilities
Here’s what’s not included:
- Speciality dining venues such as Crown Grill and Sabatini’s
- Alcoholic drinks
- Shore excursions
- Spa treatments and wellness services
- Wi-Fi (unless included in a package fare)
It’s worth noting that the Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages bundle a lot of these non-included extras, such as drinks, dining, Wi-Fi and gratuities, at an additional cost.
Sun Princess: frequently asked questions
When did Sun Princess launch?
Sun Princess entered service in 2024 as the first Sphere Class ship.
How many passengers does it carry?
The ship carries around 4,300 guests at double occupancy, with a higher maximum capacity.
What is The Dome?
The Dome is a glass-enclosed, multi-use space that functions as a pool area by day and an acrobatic performance venue at night.
Is Sun Princess powered by LNG?
Yes. It is the first Princess Cruises ship to use liquefied natural gas as its primary fuel source.
Does Sun Princess have new entertainment venues?
Yes. The ship introduces The Arena, the line's most technologically advanced performance venue, and The Dome, both designed for more immersive performances.
Is it suitable for families?
Families can travel on Sun Princess, but the ship is more focused on relaxation, dining and entertainment rather than large-scale children’s attractions.
What makes Sun Princess different from previous Princess ships?
It introduces a new ship class, a redesigned layout centred around three main zones, and a more modern approach to entertainment and architecture.
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