Celebrity Ascent
Edge class · Caribbean & Bahamas, Mediterranean
Launched in November 2023 as the fourth Edge-series ship, Celebrity Ascent is an enlarged version with its hull extended by 20 meters. It has the same scale as its sister ship Beyond, at 141,420 tons with capacity for 3,260 guests, and offers more spacious restaurants and lounges. In winter, it handles longer itineraries of about 10 to 14 nights from Fort Lauderdale, including the Southern Caribbean and Panama Canal, while summer operations center on the Mediterranean. The onboard atmosphere is relaxed, and using the suite-only area The Retreat provides an experience close to that of a luxury ship.
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For travelers from Japan
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.
Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite
Japanese-speaking staff and menus
Payment in yen not accepted
Smoking in designated areas only
English text in preparation.
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At a glance
What is included and what costs extra
- Meals (main restaurants)Included
- AlcoholIncluded
- GratuitiesExtra charge
- Wi‑FiIncluded
- Specialty diningExtra charge
- Shore excursionsExtra charge
The base fare includes only meals such as main dining and buffets. Choosing the currently standard 'Always Included' fare adds the Classic drinks package and Basic Wi-Fi at no additional cost, but note that, since the October 2023 policy revision, the daily crew gratuities (tips) are not included in the fare and are charged automatically. Specialty restaurants and shore excursions cost extra. Fares for suites (The Retreat) are upgraded to premium drinks and Wi-Fi.
- Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8-$14
- Extra chargeSoft drinks and water$4.75
- Extra chargeDrink packageAbout $65/day for the Classic Drinks Package; advance online purchase is $54.99/day, with a separate 20% service charge.
- Extra chargeWi‑FiA total of about $140 for 7 nights (a guide for standalone purchase).
- Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service 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
- Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$129+
- Extra chargeLaundryNo 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.
- Shore excursionsShore excursions cost extra depending on the content and port. Cruise line tours can be purchased through the app or an advance booking website.
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Boarding, atmosphere, and links
- 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)
- All ages
- A modern, stylish Edge-class interior centered on experiential signature venues such as Magic Carpet and Eden. Adult-only areas including the Solarium and SEA Thermal Suite are extensive, creating a more relaxed, upscale adult atmosphere than Royal Caribbean or Carnival.
- Mainly attracts couples and adults, although a certain number of families also sail; child-oriented facilities are kept to a minimum. A broad clientele sails on both Caribbean cruises from North America and Mediterranean cruises from Europe.
An efficient hull design with a bulbous bow, developed over 8 years, and ABB Azipod electric propulsion improve fuel efficiency. It is equipped with an exhaust-gas cleaning system that removes 97% of nitrogen oxides and 98% of sulfur oxides, and it can connect to shore power (cold ironing) in ports. It also uses an advanced wastewater treatment system and LED lighting.
Ship character
- • Travelers seeking longer Southern Caribbean itineraries
- • Couples wanting to enjoy dining in a quiet shipboard setting
- • Travelers seeking refinement through The Retreat
- • Travelers seeking lively family facilities
- • Travelers requiring Japanese-language support
- • Travelers looking only for short itineraries
Cruise stories and videos on external sites
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- Personal blogEnglishCelebrity Ascent Southern Caribbean cruise review - Philip Greenspun’s Weblog
philip.greenspun.com · Sailed Jan 2, 2026 · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- YouTubeEnglishCelebrity Ascent Cruise Ship Tour 2025! Full Deck-by-Deck Guide, Restaurants, AquaClass Cabin & Tips
youtube.com · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishAffiliate links disclosedCelebrity Ascent Ship Review: Is It Worth the Premium Price? — LiAnn and Theo Travel
liannandtheo.com · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishAffiliate links disclosedCelebrity Ascent
zachthetravelingman.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
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Cabins by category
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Inside Stateroom The cheapest category on the ship. It has no window or balcony, but basic amenities such as a king bed (premium bedding), a mini-fridge and an interactive HDTV are as well equipped as in the other categories. 170 cabins / Decks 3 and 6-12, mainly on the lower to mid levels | 17–19 m² (183–205 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed (can be split into twins). Some rooms accommodate up to 4 guests with an added sofa bed. | Check on the cabin overview page | |
Oceanview Stateroom Cabins without balconies, offering sea views through large windows. Four of the 153 cabins are wheelchair accessible. 153 cabins / Decks 3, 6, and 8-9 | 19–22 m² (205–237 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. | Window | Check on the cabin overview page |
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. Opening the window opens up the whole wall so it can be used like a balcony. Higher categories such as Deluxe and Sunset (corner cabins, wider balconies) are also available. Decks 6-12; largest category, with balcony staterooms comprising about 81% of the total | 19–27 m² (205–291 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed (convertible to twins) + sofa bed. | BalconyConnecting | Check on the cabin overview page |
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 and lounge. Decks 6-12; upper-tier Royal Suite/Celebrity Suite concentrated on Deck 12 | 24–64 m² (258–689 ft²) | 2-4 people King bed + sofa bed. Upper categories include an oval hot tub shower | BalconyConcierge | Check on The Retreat page |
Iconic Suite / Penthouse Suite The ship's highest-level suites, comprising 2 Iconic Suites and 2 Penthouse Suites. They feature large balconies with hot tubs and living rooms, and are located on Deck 12 toward the bow. 4 cabins / Deck 12 forward (The Retreat top level) | 111–240 m² (1,195–2,583 ft²) | 6 people 2 king beds (convertible to twins). Multiple-bedroom configuration | BalconyConcierge | Check on The Retreat page |
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
- • Camp at Sea — Free kids program for ages 3–12, divided into Shipmates (ages 3–5), Cadets (ages 6–9), and Captains (ages 10–12). Children under 3 may use only the guardian-accompanied Stay and Play area; no dedicated nursery is available.
- • Teen Club — Dedicated lounge and programs for ages 13–17.
- • The Solarium — Quiet pool and relaxation area for guests aged 18 and over, with Spa Café and Juice Bar.
- • The Casino — Casino with slot machines and table games; for guests aged 21 and over; non-smoking. Blue Chip Club membership benefits are available.
- • SEA Thermal Suite — Adults-only thermal spa area with eight wellness experiences, including a hammam, steam room, infrared sauna, and salt room.
- 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 —Menus —Announcements —
Dining
One of the four main dining venues included in the fare. A course menu based on modern American cuisine.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner focused. Choose flexible dining (Celebrity Select Dining) or fixed seating
A main dining room whose concept is simple, clean cuisine that makes the most of Mediterranean ingredients and drinks.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A main dining room with a cherry-blossom pink interior, serving modern French cuisine reminiscent of a Parisian summer.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A main dining room in the lineage of Tuscan Grille, the previous paid Italian specialty restaurant, with an interior inspired by Italian cinema and fashion.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A large buffet with sea views where guests choose what they like from multiple stations. Breakfast and lunch are served to order, while dinner follows a rotation of changing themes.
Hours: Breakfast and lunch use made-to-order stations; dinner features an international rotating menu
A free light-meal cafe inside Eden, a glass-enclosed three-level atrium space. Morning light streams into an open atmosphere where you can enjoy breakfast and light meals.
Hours: Focused on morning to midday
Free quick service beside the resort deck pool, offering hamburgers, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Hours: Daytime (poolside service)
A light-meal stand in the adults-only Solarium. Fresh, healthy food is generally free, while some smoothies and similar items cost extra.
Hours: Daytime (inside the Solarium)
A complimentary restaurant exclusively for guests of The Retreat (suites), serving course meals that incorporate flavors from around the world in an elegant space designed by Kelly Hoppen.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
A complimentary restaurant exclusively for AquaClass guests (suite guests may also use it when seats are available), serving fresh, healthy cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner centered
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. It can also be used as a cocktail bar.
- A la carte and set menus$60
- 7-course tasting menu (vegetarian options available for all courses)$120
A course meal inspired by journeys around the world, supervised by Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud. One of the highest-priced specialty restaurants onboard, in an exclusive space with only 50 seats.
- Sea bass with citrus emulsion
- Braised beef cheek
A steakhouse centered on classic steaks and meat dishes. A new lobster tail menu is also available, exclusive to Ascent.
- Steak, ribs, and chicken (choice of sides)
- Lemon-poached lobster tail (with leek, shiitake mushrooms and lobster ravioli)
A specialty grill restaurant in the Rooftop Garden, where guests enjoy grilled dishes with a view of the sea.
- Rib-eye and filet mignon
- Macaroni and cheese, smoked pork
A restaurant recreating a classic Parisian bistro. By day it doubles as a bakery counter, with a light atmosphere.
- 3-course lunch set$35
- Croissants and macarons (available for separate purchase at the bakery counter)
An immersive dining experience with 3D animations projected on the table, where chef characters appear to cook while real dishes are served.
- 3-course set menu$60
A seafood specialty restaurant where guests order sushi, sashimi, lobster rolls, and more a la carte.
- Assorted nigiri sushi and sashimi$4 to $18 (a la carte)
- Lobster roll$4 to $18 (a la carte)
Facilities and activities
Large pool and deck chair area enclosed by two-story glass walls, with an outdoor theater featuring a large LED screen.
Quiet pool and relaxation area for guests aged 18 and over, with Spa Café and Juice Bar.
Kelly Hoppen-designed rooftop garden. On Celebrity Ascent, it is expanded by one deck and includes two glass-enclosed plunge pools extending over the sea, creating an otherworldly space aboard. Movies and live music are offered at night.
Glass-enclosed movable platform extending from the ship's side and rising to a height equivalent to 13 decks above the sea. It functions as a bar, seating area, and live performance space, with its use changing by day; it is the ship's signature attraction.
Three-story multisensory space surrounded by plant walls and full-height glass windows. It serves as a café and cocktail bar by day and a specialty restaurant or performance venue at night, making it a signature facility of the ship.
Main theater offering free original production shows using the latest video technology.
Casino with slot machines and table games; for guests aged 21 and over; non-smoking. Blue Chip Club membership benefits are available.
Adults-only thermal spa area with eight wellness experiences, including a hammam, steam room, infrared sauna, and salt room.
Wellness center offering massages, facials, and beauty treatments.
Free kids program for ages 3–12, divided into Shipmates (ages 3–5), Cadets (ages 6–9), and Captains (ages 10–12). Children under 3 may use only the guardian-accompanied Stay and Play area; no dedicated nursery is available.
Dedicated lounge and programs for ages 13–17.
Large gym with a hot yoga room, Technogym cycling equipment for RYDE, Pulse Barre, the boxing class The Contender, Peloton, and more than 1,200 on-demand videos.
Free figure-eight jogging and walking track spanning two decks. Guardian accompaniment is recommended for guests under 16.
Martini bar in the center of the Grand Plaza beneath a signature chandelier. The Flash Flair Fusion bartender performance show takes place at night.
Two-level aft bar designed by Nate Berkus, known for its sunset views.
Activity venue by day and the 1920s Prohibition-themed nightclub Undercover at The Club by night. Signature cocktails and an aerial saxophonist performance are highlights.
Onboard shopping area offering luxury brands and sustainable products. Entry and browsing are free.