IMO: 9751509
Norwegian Bliss
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Breakaway-Plus-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 168,028
- Length (FT / M)
- 1,094 / 333.5
- Beam (FT / M)
- 136 / 41.4
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 16 / 20
- Shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Elvis Duran
- LNG Powered
- No
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2018
Major Refurbishments
2025
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9751509
- MMSI
- 311000710
- Call Sign
- C6DL4
- Hull / Yard Number
- S.707
- Maiden Voyage
- 2 June 2018
- Maximum Draft
- 8.7 m (28.5 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 4,010
- Maximum Capacity
- 4,981
- Total Crew
- 1,716
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.34:1
- Space Ratio
- 41.90
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 9
- Waterslides
- 2
- Bars & Lounges
- 21
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 6
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 7
- À la Carte Dining
- 1
- Elevators
- 16*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Fuel Type
- Marine diesel (HFO/MGO) with exhaust-gas scrubbers
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 76.7 MW (102,856 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 40 MW (53,641 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 25 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2x MAN B&W 14V48/60CR + 3x MAN B&W 12V48/60CR
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 22.5 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 13
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 5-19
Midship
Decks 5-19
Aft
Decks 5-19
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino designated smoking areacasinoLocation: Deck 7Smoking permitted in a designated casino section while actively playing; cigars/pipes not permitted.
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Spice H2OoutdoorLocation: Deck 17 (starboard)Cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipe and vapor permitted at the adults-only aft venue.
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Designated open-deck areaoutdoorLocation: Deck 16Designated outdoor smoking area.
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Staterooms & balconiesprohibitedLocation: All cabinsSmoking prohibited in staterooms and on balconies; $250 cleaning fee.
Cabin Summary
Total: 2,069
Solo Configured: 82
ADA Compliant: 47
- Suites
- 366
- Balcony
- 1,136
- Oceanview
- 111
- Inside
- 456
The Apex Suite
The Haven 3-Bedroom Premier Owner's Suite (H2)
1,455 SQ FT
Largest accommodation aboard: 3 bedrooms, bow-facing wraparound balcony with Jacuzzi (Deck 18). 2 units; created in the 2025 refit from the Deluxe Owner's Suites.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Club Balcony Suite286
- The Haven Premier Owner's Suite2
- The Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa24
- The Haven Courtyard Penthouse24
- The Haven Penthouse (Aft)12
- The Haven Forward Penthouse12
- The Haven Spa Suite6
Balcony
- Balcony1,136
Oceanview
- Oceanview61
- Family Oceanview50
Inside
- Studio Inside (Solo)82
- Inside374
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Nursery
- Waterpark
- Mini Golf
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Observation Lounge
Thrills & Active
- Go-Kart Track
Staterooms & Service
- Dedicated Solo Staterooms
- Butler Service
- Ship-Within-a-Ship Suite Complex
- Open Seating Dining
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
Longest two-level go-kart racetrack at sea (at launch)
longest
Largest cruise ship to transit the Panama Canal (2018)
largest
180-degree Observation Lounge
unique
Aqua Park waterslides
unique
The Haven by Norwegian
unique
Wyland hull art
unique
Norwegian Bliss Speedway go-kart racetrack
top-deck attraction
Mini Golf
top-deck attraction
Sports Complex
top-deck attraction
Vibe Beach Club
top-deck attraction
Spice H2O
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- Freestyle Dining - open seating, no fixed times or tablemates.
- The Haven by Norwegian - keycard-only ship-within-a-ship suite enclave.
- Studio solo cabins + Studio Lounge (82 studios, no single supplement).
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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The Manhattan Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 7Two-deck main dining room w/ dance floor & live music.
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Tastemain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Complimentary MDR.
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Savormain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Complimentary MDR (twin to Taste).
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Garden CafebuffetLocation: Deck 16Main buffet.
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The Local Bar & Grillquick_serviceLocation: Deck 7$ extras24-hour complimentary pub eatery (fka O'Sheehan's).
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American Dinerquick_serviceLocation: Deck 17Pool Grill / complimentary casual.
Specialty Dining
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Cagney's SteakhousesteakhouseLocation: Deck 8Steakhouse.
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Q Texas SmokehousebbqLocation: Deck 6BBQ + live music.
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Food Republicasian_fusionLocation: Deck 8Fusion small plates.
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Teppanyakijapanese_hibachiLocation: Deck 6Japanese hibachi grill.
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La CucinaitalianLocation: Deck 8Italian.
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Le BistrofrenchLocation: Deck 17French.
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PalomarseafoodLocation: Deck 8Seafood/Mediterranean (replaced Ocean Blue/Los Lobos).
Exclusive Dining
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The Haven Restaurantspecialty_includedLocation: Deck 18Haven-exclusive restaurant (included for Haven guests).
À la Carte Dining
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StarbuckscoffeeLocation: Deck 6Branded coffee (surcharge).
Bars & Nightlife
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Atrium BarbarLocation: Deck 6Atrium cocktail bar.
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Mixx BarbarLocation: Deck 6Atrium bar.
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Skyline BarbarLocation: Deck 7Art-deco NYC-themed bar.
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Sugarcane Mojito BarbarLocation: Deck 8Waterfront mojito bar.
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The A-List BarbarLocation: Deck 8Cocktail bar.
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Maltings Whiskey BarbarLocation: Deck 8Whiskey bar.
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The Cellars Wine BarbarLocation: Deck 8Michael Mondavi wine bar.
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The District Brew Housecraft_beerLocation: Deck 8Craft-beer pub (24 taps).
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The Humidor Cigar LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 8Cigar lounge.
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The Cavern Clublive_musicLocation: Deck 8Beatles tribute live-music club.
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Waves Pool BarbarLocation: Deck 16Poolside bar.
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Observation LoungeobservationLocation: Deck 15180-degree forward panoramic lounge & bar (444 seats).
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Spice H2Oadults_onlyLocation: Deck 17Adults-only aft venue / party space.
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Vibe Beach Clubadults_onlyLocation: Deck 19-20Adults-only retreat w/ oversized hot tub (pass required).
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Horizon LoungehavenLocation: Deck 17-18Haven-exclusive indoor lounge.
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The Haven LoungehavenLocation: Deck 17Haven lounge & bar.
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Studio LoungesoloLocation: Deck 11Solo-traveler Studio Lounge.
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Social Comedy & Night ClubnightclubLocation: Deck 8Comedy + nightclub.
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Q Texas Smokehouse BarbarLocation: Deck 6Bar within the Q Texas Smokehouse BBQ venue (live music).
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The Local BarbarLocation: Deck 7Bar within The Local Bar & Grill (24-hr pub).
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Surf BarbarLocation: Deck 16Poolside bar at the Aqua Park (one of two pool-deck bars with Waves).
Pools & Aquatics
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Aqua ParkwaterparkLocation: Deck 16Ocean Loops drop slide + Aqua Racer water slide.
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Kids' Aqua ParkwaterparkLocation: Deck 16Interactive kids' splash zone w/ tube slide.
Active Recreation
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Mini Golfmini_golfLocation: Deck 19Mini-golf course.
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Sports Complexsports_courtLocation: Deck 19Sports court / activity complex.
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ArcadearcadeLocation: Deck 5Video arcade (surcharge).
Thrill & Marquee Attractions
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Norwegian Bliss Speedwaygo_kart_trackLocation: Deck 18-192-level Ferrari-branded electric go-kart racetrack (~1,100 ft, 10 turns).
Entertainment Venues
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Bliss Theatermain_theaterLocation: Deck 6-7Main production theater (Jersey Boys, Icons, Broadway-style).
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Headliners Comedy Clubcomedy_clubLocation: Deck 8Levity Entertainment comedy.
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678 Ocean PlaceatriumLocation: Deck 6-8Three-deck social hub atrium.
Casino
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Bliss CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 7Casino.
Spa & Fitness
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Mandara Spa & SalonspaLocation: Deck 15-16Mandara Spa, salon, barber, Med-Spa.
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Thermal Suitethermal_suiteLocation: Deck 16Snow Room, saunas, Vitality Pool, heated loungers.
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Pulse Fitness CenterfitnessLocation: Deck 16Gym / fitness center.
Youth & Teen
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Splash Academykids_clubLocation: Deck 5Kids club (ages 3-12).
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Entourageteen_clubLocation: Deck 5Teen club.
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GuppiesnurseryLocation: Deck 5Nursery for infants/toddlers.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-25