IMO: 9824007
Norwegian Aqua
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Prima-Plus-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 156,300
- Length (FT / M)
- 1,056 / 322
- Beam (FT / M)
- 133 / 40.5
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 16 / 20
- Shipyard
- Fincantieri, Marghera, Venice, Italy
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Eric Stonestreet
- LNG Powered
- No
Class Sisters:
Norwegian Luna
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2025
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9824007
- MMSI
- 311001559
- Call Sign
- C6HT4
- Classification Society
- DNV
- Hull / Yard Number
- 6300
- Maiden Voyage
- March 2025
- Maximum Beam
- 44 m (144.4 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 3,571
- Maximum Capacity
- 4,224
- Total Crew
- 1,597
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.24:1
- Space Ratio
- 43.77
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 4*
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 6*
- Waterslides
- 4*
- Bars & Lounges
- 18
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 6
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 8
- À la Carte Dining
- 1
- Elevators
- 16*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Engine Configuration
- 2x Wartsila 12V46F + 3x Wartsila 8L46F
Logistics
- Medical Center
- Deck 12
Elevator Banks
Guest elevators
Decks 5-20
The Haven
Haven complex (Decks 16-17)
Designated Smoking Zones
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CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 6Permitted for actively-playing guests in a designated section only.
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The Humidor Cigar LoungeloungeLocation: Indoor cigar loungeCigar and cigarette smoking permitted in this designated lounge.
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Designated outdoor deck areaoutdoor_deckLocation: Open sun deck (designated, away from food service)Smoking permitted only in the marked outdoor area.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,760
Solo Configured: 73
- Suites
- 156
- Balcony
- 1,082
- Oceanview
- 140
- Inside
- 382
The Apex Suite
The Haven Premier Owners Suite
1,280 SQ FT
The top Haven suite - about 1,280 sq ft with a roughly 800 sq ft private balcony, sleeping up to eight, with full Haven enclave access plus 24-hour butler and concierge service.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Haven Premier Owners Suite2
- Haven Deluxe Owners Suite4
- Haven Aft Owner Suite4
- Haven Owner Suite15
- Haven 2-Bedroom Duplex Suite6
- Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa34
- Haven Aft Penthouse with Master5
- Haven Aft Penthouse2
- Haven Penthouse48
- Family Suite6
- Forward-Facing Suite10
- Family Suite with Master16
- Aft Large Balcony Suite2
- Aft-Facing Suite2
Balcony
- Club Balcony50
- Balcony1,032
Oceanview
- Oceanview140
Inside
- Inside309
- Studio73
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
- Observation Lounge
Staterooms & Service
- Dedicated Solo Staterooms
- Butler Service
- Ship-Within-a-Ship Suite Complex
- Open Seating Dining
Signature Experiences
Aqua Slidecoaster
world first
Ocean Boulevard
unique
Infinity Beach
unique
Indulge Food Hall
fleet first
Glow Court
unique
The Drop freefall dry slide
top-deck attraction
Kids' Aqua Park children's waterslides
top-deck attraction
Glow Court digital sports court
top-deck attraction
Infinity Beach aft infinity pools
top-deck attraction
Aqua Park sundeck
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- Freestyle Dining - Norwegian's signature flexible dining with no fixed times or assigned seats across more than a dozen restaurants.
- The Haven - an exclusive keycard-gated suite enclave with its own restaurant, lounge, two bars and a private sundeck pool, served by dedicated butler and concierge teams.
- Ocean Boulevard - a 360-degree open-air promenade encircling Deck 8 with al-fresco dining, two aft infinity pools and glass-floor Oceanwalk bridges.
- Aqua Slidecoaster - the world's first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide, reaching about 31 mph across the top decks.
- Indulge Food Hall - NCL's first open-air food-hall marketplace with multiple complimentary global counters and its own bars.
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Hudson'smain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 7Main dining room with 270-degree stern views.
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The Commodore Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Classic main dining room.
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Surfside CafebuffetLocation: Deck 17Buffet with indoor/outdoor seating and a wood-burning pizza oven.
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Surfside GrillcasualLocation: Deck 17Self-serve poolside grill for burgers and casual bites.
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The Local Bar & GrillcasualLocation: Deck 8$ extras24-hour complimentary pub-style eatery; beers and cocktails available for purchase.
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Indulge Food Hallfood_hallLocation: Deck 8Open-air food-hall marketplace with multiple complimentary global counters, including the plant-based Planterie station (a counter, not a standalone restaurant).
Specialty Dining
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Cagney's SteakhousespecialtyLocation: Deck 7American steakhouse.
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Le BistrospecialtyLocation: Deck 7French fine dining.
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Los LobosspecialtyLocation: Deck 8Contemporary Mexican.
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PalomarspecialtyLocation: Deck 17Mediterranean seafood (Norwegian's first Mediterranean restaurant).
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HasukispecialtyLocation: Deck 6Japanese teppanyaki.
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NamaspecialtyLocation: Deck 7Sushi and sashimi.
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Onda by ScarpettaspecialtyLocation: Deck 8Modern Italian by Scarpetta.
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SukhothaispecialtyLocation: Deck 17Thai small plates (new to Aqua).
Exclusive Dining
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The Haven Restaurantmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 16Private restaurant for Haven suite guests.
À la Carte Dining
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StarbuckscafeLocation: Deck 7Specialty coffee, a la carte.
Bars & Nightlife
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Penrose BarbarLocation: Deck 7Atrium bar.
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Whiskey BarbarLocation: Deck 8Whiskey bar in the atrium.
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Metropolitan BarbarLocation: Deck 7Craft-cocktail bar.
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Belvedere BarbarContemporary cocktail lounge.
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Swirl Wine BarbarWine bar.
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Soleil BarbarLocation: Deck 8Outdoor bar on Ocean Boulevard.
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Luna BarbarLocation: Deck 8Bar aft within Indulge Food Hall; moon-themed counterpart to Soleil Bar (current confirmed name, predates the ship Norwegian Luna).
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Waves Pool BarbarLocation: Deck 17Pool-deck bar.
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The Bull's Eye BarbarBar with darts.
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Observation LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 17180-degree forward observation lounge with a full-service bar.
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The Haven Lounge & BarbarLocation: Deck 16Haven private indoor-outdoor lounge and bar.
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The Haven BarbarLocation: Deck 16Haven private bar.
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Indulge Outdoor LoungebarLocation: Deck 8Outdoor bar/lounge on Ocean Boulevard.
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Vibe Beach ClubbarLocation: Deck 18Adults-only sundeck retreat with a bar and oversized hot tub (day-pass/cabana access).
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Aqua Theater & ClubloungeLocation: Decks 6-8Main theater that transforms into a late-night club with a bar.
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Syd Norman's Pour HousebarLocation: Deck 7Rock 'n' roll music venue and bar.
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The Improv At SealoungeComedy club with bar service.
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The Local Bar & GrillbarLocation: Deck 8Pub bar side of the complimentary Local eatery.
Pools & Aquatics
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Aqua Parkpool_deckLocation: Decks 18-20Multi-level sundeck and pool complex.
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Infinity BeachpoolLocation: Deck 8Two aft infinity pools (port and starboard) on Ocean Boulevard.
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Main PoolpoolLocation: Deck 17Infinity-edge main resort pool.
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The Haven PoolpoolLocation: Deck 16Suite-gated infinity pool in The Haven sundeck.
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Kids' Aqua Parksplash_padChildren's water-play park with two parallel children's waterslides.
Active Recreation
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Glow Courtsports_courtLocation: Deck 20Digital LED sports court and nightclub.
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Tee Timemini_golfInteractive tech-immersive mini golf.
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OceanwalkobservationLocation: Deck 8Glass-floor bridges over Ocean Boulevard.
Thrill & Marquee Attractions
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Aqua SlidecoasterwaterslideLocation: Decks 18-20World's first hybrid rollercoaster-waterslide; dual slide courses (~31 mph).
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The Dropdry_slideLocation: Deck 18Freefall dry slide (not a waterslide).
Entertainment Venues
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Aqua Theater & ClubtheaterLocation: Decks 6-8Proscenium theater by day; production shows; late-night club.
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Syd Norman's Pour Housemusic_venueLocation: Deck 7Live rock music venue.
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The Improv At Seacomedy_clubStand-up comedy club.
Casino
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CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 6Casino with slots and table games (includes the Casino Lounge & Bar).
Spa & Fitness
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Mandara Spa & SalonspaFull-service spa and beauty salon.
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Mandara Thermal Suitethermal_suiteThermal suite with heated loungers and hydrotherapy features.
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Pulse Fitness CenterfitnessFitness center with 270-degree ocean views.
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Hair SalonsalonHair and beauty salon.
Youth & Teen
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Splash Academykids_clubKids' club for ages 3-12.
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Entourageteen_clubTeen club for ages 13-17.
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GuppiesnurserySupervised open play for infants and toddlers.
Retail & Shopping
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BoutiquesshopOnboard boutiques and duty-free shops.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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The ConcoursegardenLocation: Deck 8Open-air sculpture garden on Ocean Boulevard.
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Ocean BoulevardpromenadeLocation: Deck 8360-degree open-air promenade encircling the ship.
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The Humidor Cigar Loungecigar_loungeCigar lounge (not counted in bars).
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Studio LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 12Lounge exclusive to solo Studio guests.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-07-23
The 50 data points on this page are individually source-tracked. Key primary sources are listed below; additional cross-check sources are retained in our internal audit records.
- OFFICIAL Norwegian Cruise Line — official ship page · ncl.com
- SHIP REGISTRY MarineTraffic — AIS ship registry · marinetraffic.com
- SHIP REGISTRY shipinfo.net · shipinfo.net
- REFERENCE Wikipedia — ship reference article · en.wikipedia.org
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