IMO: 9188647
Carnival Spirit
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Spirit-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 88,500
- Length (FT / M)
- 963 / 293.5
- Beam (FT / M)
- 106 / 32.3
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 12 / 12
- Shipyard
- Kvaerner Masa-Yards, Helsinki, Finland
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Elizabeth Dole
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $375,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2001
Major Refurbishments
2012
2015
2018
2025
Significant Changes
- 2012: Dry dock in San Francisco (about US$7 million) ahead of the move to Australia; added the WaterWorks aqua park with the Green Thunder waterslide and the adults-only Serenity retreat, plus a top-deck barbecue venue, and converted the ship for the Australian market.
- 2015: Fun Ship 2.0 dry dock; enhancements including upgraded coffee, expanded draft-beer selections and additional connecting cabins.
- 2018: Dry dock in Singapore in connection with a seasonal repositioning to Shanghai.
- 2025: Dry dock that introduced the Heroes Tribute Bar honoring the armed forces, the Carnival Adventures Shop, the Dreams Studio, the Chef's Table experience in the galley and a new mini-golf course.
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9188647
- MMSI
- 311001095
- Call Sign
- C6FF5
- Hull / Yard Number
- 499
- Maiden Voyage
- 29 April 2001
- Maximum Draft
- 7.8 m (25.6 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
- 2
- Bars & Lounges
- 13
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 6
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 2
- À la Carte Dining
- 2
- Elevators
- 15*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
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
Atrium elevators (midship)
Midship Spirit Lobby atrium core; the atrium rises through ten of the ship's twelve decks, up toward the Lido pool 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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Louis XIV CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 2, PromenadeSmoking permitted in designated casino areas while actively playing.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,062
Solo Configured: 5
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, a sitting area and a 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
- Interior204
- Interior with French Door68
- Small Interior Single5
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
Green Thunder - the steepest waterslide at sea
world first
First Spirit-class ship and first Carnival ship based in Australia
fleet first
Dome Pool with a retractable glass roof
unique
Nine-deck Spirit Atrium
unique
WaterWorks aqua park
top-deck attraction
Sun Pool and Dome Pool (the Dome Pool has a retractable glass roof for all-weather swimming), each with a whirlpool
top-deck attraction
Serenity adults-only retreat
top-deck attraction
Sports facilities
top-deck attraction
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Empire Restaurantmain_dining_roomLocation: Decks 2-3, AftTwo-level main dining room serving breakfast, Sea Day Brunch and dinner with assigned or Anytime seating
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La Playa Grille (Lido Buffet)buffetLocation: Deck 9, LidoSelf-service Lido buffet with international stations, plus 24-hour pizza and ice cream nearby; the Carnival Deli is a station within it
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Guy's Burger Jointquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary poolside burgers and hand-cut fries from Guy Fieri's menu
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BlueIguana Cantinaquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary made-to-order tacos and burritos
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Pizza Piratequick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoComplimentary 24-hour pizzeria
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Swirlsquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoSelf-serve soft-serve ice cream and frozen yogurt, available around the clock
Specialty Dining
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Nouveau SteakhousesteakhouseLocation: Deck 10, SunReservations-only steakhouse serving prime cuts and seafood; dinner only, cover charge
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Bonsai SushisushiLocation: Deck 2Sit-down a-la-carte sushi and sashimi restaurant, open for lunch on sea days and dinner nightly
À la Carte Dining
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Seafood Cornerquick_serviceLocation: Deck 9, LidoWalk-up counter for a-la-carte seafood (lobster rolls, fried favorites, clam chowder); no table service
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The Fountain Cafecoffee_barLocation: Deck 2Patisserie and coffee bar serving specialty coffees and milkshakes for a charge
Bars & Nightlife
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Atrium BarbarLocation: Deck 2, AtriumLobby bar at the heart of the midship atrium
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Alchemy BarbarLocation: Deck 2Vintage-apothecary-themed craft cocktail bar
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Shanghai Piano BarbarLocation: Deck 3, ForwardPiano bar with nightly live music
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RedFrog PubbarLocation: Deck 2, ForwardCaribbean-themed pub with games and the private-label ThirstyFrog Red draft
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Dancin' Dance ClubnightclubLocation: Deck 2, AftDaytime activity space that becomes the ship's dance club at night
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Deco LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 3, AftQuiet lounge for a pre-dinner drink with soft music
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Heroes Tribute BarbarLocation: Deck 2, ForwardPatriotic bar-and-lounge honoring the armed forces; doubles as the sports bar
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Versailles LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 1, ForwardLounge hosting comedy shows and Fun Squad events, with its own bar
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Casino BarbarLocation: Deck 2, PromenadeBar serving the Louis XIV Casino floor
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Canopy BarbarLocation: Deck 9, LidoCentral Lido pool bar serving the Sun and Dome pools
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BlueIguana Tequila BarbarLocation: Deck 9, LidoPoolside tequila and cerveza bar
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RedFrog Rum BarbarLocation: Deck 9, LidoPoolside Caribbean rum bar with ThirstyFrog Red draft
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Serenity Pool BarbarLocation: Deck 9, AftBar in the adults-only Serenity retreat
Pools & Aquatics
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WaterWorkswaterparkLocation: Decks 10-11, SportsAqua park with the Green Thunder steep-drop slide and the Twister tube slide, plus a PowerDrencher tipping bucket, two kids' mini racing slides, and a splash zone
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Sun Pool & Dome PoolpoolLocation: Deck 9, LidoTwo Lido pools, each with a whirlpool; the Dome Pool sits under a retractable SkyDome roof for all-weather swimming
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Serenity PoolpoolLocation: Deck 9, AftAdults-only pool with a whirlpool in the Serenity retreat
Active Recreation
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Sports Decksports_courtLocation: Deck 11, SportsBasketball/volleyball court, 9-hole mini-golf course (rebuilt in the 2025 refit), jogging track and shuffleboard
Entertainment Venues
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Pharaoh's Palace Theatremain_show_loungeLocation: Decks 2-4, Forward1,167-seat three-level main show lounge (Egyptian-hieroglyphics theme) for Playlist Productions shows, movies, bingo and game shows
Casino
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Louis XIV CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 2, Promenade278-seat casino with slots and tables, served by the Louis XIV Bar
Spa & Fitness
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Spa CarnivalspaLocation: Decks 9-10, ForwardSteam rooms, saunas, a whirlpool, ten treatment rooms, a salon and a two-deck fitness center
Youth & Teen
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Camp Carnivalkids_clubLocation: Deck 4, AftSupervised children's club (ages 2-11) with arts, games and activities
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Circle Ctween_clubLocation: Deck 4Tween lounge (ages 12-14) with games, movies and activities
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Club O2teen_clubLocation: Deck 4Teen club (ages 15-17) with games, movies, karaoke and themed parties
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The Coveteen_clubLocation: Deck 4Teen breakout lounge
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SoulPlayplayroomLocation: Deck 4Children's playroom
Retail & Shopping
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The Fun ShopsshopsLocation: Deck 2, PromenadeDuty-free, souvenir and logo shops; includes the Formalities formalwear shop and the Carnival Adventures Shop (added 2025)
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Cherry On TopcandyLocation: Deck 2Candy and sweets shop (the ship's Sweet Spot treats counter)
Leisure & Public Spaces
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Monarch's Card Roomcard_roomLocation: Deck 220-seat card and games room
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Library of ChippendalelibraryLocation: Deck 2English-manor-themed library and reading room
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Serenity Adult-Only Retreatadults_onlyLocation: Deck 10, AftAdults-only retreat with a pool, whirlpool, loungers and bar; added in the 2012 refit
Guest Services
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Studio Photo Galleryphoto_galleryLocation: Deck 2Onboard photography gallery and studio
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-12