IMO: 9237357
Carnival Miracle
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Spirit-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 88,500
- Length (FT / M)
- 965 / 294
- Beam (FT / M)
- 106 / 32.2
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 12 / 12
- Shipyard
- Kvaerner Masa-Yards, Helsinki, Finland
- Registry
- Panama
- Godparent(s)
- Jessica Lynch
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $375,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2004
Major Refurbishments
2012
2015
2025
Significant Changes
- 2012: Refit adding the Serenity adults-only retreat and other contemporary features.
- 2015: Fun Ship 2.0 dry dock (Drydock #2 at BAE Systems, San Francisco): added Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, Bonsai Sushi, RedFrog-style bars and refreshed venues.
- 2025: Dry dock: added Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge on Deck 2 (replacing the Skybox Sports Bar), redesigned the Carnival Adventures Store, expanded Mr. Lucky's Casino, added a Dreams Studio photo studio and refreshed Dr. Frankenstein's Lab.
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9237357
- MMSI
- 354277000
- Call Sign
- H3VS
- Hull / Yard Number
- 503
- Maiden Voyage
- 27 February 2004
- Maximum Draft
- 7.9 m (25.9 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 2,134
- Maximum Capacity
- 2,680
- Total Crew
- 930
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.29:1
- Space Ratio
- 41.47
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 3
- Waterslides
- 1
- Bars & Lounges
- 12
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 6
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 2
- À la Carte Dining
- 3
- Elevators
- 15
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Fuel Type
- Marine diesel
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 62.37 MW (83,639 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 35.2 MW (47,204 hp)
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 22 Knots
- Medical Center
- Medical Center located on crew Deck 0, directly below Deck 1 (Riviera Deck). Operated by resident physicians/nurses on 24-hour call; infirmary open ~8am-8pm (doctor hours ~8-11am and 3-6pm). Treatments provided at a customary fee.
Elevator Banks
Metropolis Atrium glass elevators (midship)
Ten-deck Metropolis Atrium core, rising to the Lido Deck (Deck 9); exact per-deck stop list not published
Standard passenger elevators (forward & aft)
Forward and aft passenger cores serving the guest decks (within Decks 1-12); exact per-deck stop list not published
Designated Smoking Zones
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Mr. Lucky's CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 2, PromenadeSmoking permitted in designated casino areas while playing.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,062
Solo Configured: 6
ADA Compliant: 17
- Suites
- 50
- Balcony
- 632
- Oceanview
- 103
- Inside
- 277
The Apex Suite
Grand Suite
300 SQ FT
The ship's largest accommodation: a roughly 300-square-foot suite with a 115-square-foot private balcony, sitting area and walk-in closet, set midship on the Empress deck.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Junior Suite2
- Ocean Suite32
- Vista Suite10
- Grand Suite6
Balcony
- Balcony (incl. Extended / Aft-Extended)626
- Premium Balcony6
Oceanview
- Ocean View103
Inside
- Interior203
- Interior with French Door68
- Small Interior Single6
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Waterpark
- Mini Golf
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Art Gallery
- Library
Staterooms & Service
- Open Seating Dining
- Self Serve Laundry
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
Eleven-story Metropolis atrium with ruby-red glass ceiling
unique
Joe Farcus 'fictional icons' design theme
unique
Ulysses Sky Dome retractable-roof pool
unique
WaterWorks aqua park
top-deck attraction
Sirens and Ulysses Lido pools (Ulysses Sky Dome retractable roof) served by the Odyssey Bar
top-deck attraction
Serenity adults-only retreat
top-deck attraction
Sports Deck
top-deck attraction
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Bacchus Dining Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Decks 2-3, aftThe ship's single two-level main dining room; serves breakfast, the Sea Day Brunch and dinner from rotating daily menus
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Horatio's Lido BuffetbuffetLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary self-service buffet with made-to-order stations and a Good Eats dinner service; its internal stations (Carnival Deli, Mongolian Wok, Chopsticks, Pasta and Salad bars) are part of the buffet
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Guy's Burger Jointquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary poolside burger stand by Guy Fieri with hand-pressed burgers and fresh-cut fries
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BlueIguana Cantinaquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary poolside Mexican taco and burrito bar
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Pizzeria del Capitanoquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary 24-hour wood-fired pizzeria with made-to-order pies
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Swirlsquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary self-serve soft-serve ice cream and frozen yogurt, available 24 hours
Specialty Dining
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Nick & Nora's SteakhousesteakhouseLocation: Deck 11, upper levelReservations steakhouse with a cover charge; premium beef and seafood, dinner only
À la Carte Dining
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Seafood CornerseafoodLocation: Deck 9, LidoWaiter-served a-la-carte seafood (lobster rolls, clam chowder, fried favourites) with a service charge
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JavaBlue Cafecoffee_barLocation: Deck 2, forwardSpecialty-coffee bar serving a-la-carte espresso drinks, milkshakes and pastries
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Bonsai Sushi Expressquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoWalk-up a-la-carte sushi counter (rolls, sushi, sashimi) with a surcharge and no table service
Bars & Nightlife
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Atrium BarbarLocation: Deck 2, midshipThe lobby/atrium bar at the heart of the ship's Metropolis atrium
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Alchemy BarbarLocation: Deck 2, aftSignature cocktail 'pharmacy' with hand-crafted drinks (added 2015)
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Sam's Piano BarbarLocation: Deck 3, forwardSing-along piano bar
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Gotham LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 3, aftQuiet pre-dinner cocktail lounge
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Mad Hatter's BallloungeLocation: Deck 1, forwardComedy and live-entertainment lounge (Punchliner comedy shows)
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Dr. Frankenstein's LabnightclubLocation: Deck 2, aftThe ship's dance club, reduced to a single level in the 2025 refit
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RedFrog PubpubLocation: Deck 2, forwardCaribbean-themed pub with pub games and ThirstyFrog brews (added 2015)
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Heroes Tribute Bar & LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 2, forwardMilitary-tribute lounge that doubles as the sports bar; replaced the former SkyBox Sports Bar in 2025
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Odyssey BarbarLocation: Deck 9, Lido (midship)Outdoor pool bar serving the Sirens and covered Ulysses pools, alongside the pool grill and stage
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BlueIguana Tequila BarbarLocation: Deck 9, LidoOutdoor poolside tequila and Mexican-beer bar
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RedFrog Rum BarbarLocation: Deck 9, LidoOutdoor poolside Caribbean-rum bar
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Serenity Pool BarbarLocation: Deck 9, aftWaiter-served bar in the adults-only Serenity retreat
Pools & Aquatics
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Sirens PoolpoolLocation: Deck 9, forward LidoForward midship open-air swimming pool with one whirlpool
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Ulysses PoolpoolLocation: Deck 9, midship LidoMain swimming pool with one whirlpool, covered by a retractable SkyDome roof; adjacent Odyssey Bar and stage
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Serenity PoolpoolLocation: Deck 9, aftAdults-only (21+) Serenity retreat swimming pool with one whirlpool
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WaterWorkswaterparkLocation: Decks 10-11Aqua park built around the Twister spiraling tube slide, plus a children's splash zone, kids' splash pool, two kids' mini racing slides and a tipping bucket
Active Recreation
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Sports Decksports_courtLocation: Deck 11, SportsBasketball/volleyball court, 9-hole mini-golf, jogging track and shuffleboard
Entertainment Venues
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Phantom Theatremain_show_loungeLocation: Decks 2-4, Forward1,400-seat three-level main show lounge themed after The Phantom of the Opera; hosts Playlist Productions, movies, bingo and game shows
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Wizards Video ArcadearcadeLocation: Deck 4Video arcade, open 24 hours
Casino
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Mr. Lucky's CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 2, Promenade108-seat casino with slots and tables, Lucky's Bar and a 6-pocket pool table; expanded in the 2025 dry dock
Spa & Fitness
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Spa CarnivalspaLocation: Decks 9-10, ForwardSteam rooms, saunas, whirlpool, 10 treatment rooms, salon and fitness center
Youth & Teen
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Camp Oceankids_clubLocation: Deck 4Supervised children's club (ages 2-11); formerly Camp Carnival
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Circle Ctween_clubLocation: Deck 4Pre-teen/tween club (ages 12-14)
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Club O2teen_clubLocation: Deck 4Teen lounge (ages 15-17) with games, movies, karaoke and parties
Retail & Shopping
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The Fun ShopsshopsLocation: Deck 2, PromenadeOnboard duty-free liquor, jewelry, logo and souvenir shops
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Formalities ShopshopsLocation: Deck 2Tuxedo rentals and gifts
Leisure & Public Spaces
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The Joker Card Roomcard_roomLocation: Deck 230-seat card room
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The Raven Library & Internet CafelibraryLocation: Deck 217-seat 24-hour library and internet cafe
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Serenity Adult-Only Retreatadults_onlyLocation: Deck 10, AftAdults-only retreat with pool, whirlpool, loungers and bar; added in the 2012 refit
Guest Services
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Wedding ChapelchapelLocation: Deck 230-seat wedding chapel
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-12