IMO: 9195169
Norwegian Dawn
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Dawn-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 92,250
- Length (FT / M)
- 965 / 294
- Beam (FT / M)
- 106 / 32.2
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 11 / 14
- Shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Kim Cattrall
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $450,000,000
Class Sisters:
Norwegian Star
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2002
Major Refurbishments
2011
2016
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9195169
- MMSI
- 311307000
- Call Sign
- C6FT7
- Classification Society
- DNV
- Hull / Yard Number
- 649
- Maiden Voyage
- 7 December 2002
- Maximum Draft
- 8.5 m (27.9 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 38.1 m (125.0 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 2,340
- Maximum Capacity
- 2,808
- Total Crew
- 1,032
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.27:1
- Space Ratio
- 39.42
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 7
- Bars & Lounges
- 10
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 6
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 8
- À la Carte Dining
- 1
- Elevators
- 8*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Fuel Type
- Marine diesel oil
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 58.8 MW (78,852 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 40 MW (53,641 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 25 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 4x MAN B&W 14V48/60
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 25 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 4
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 4-13
Aft
Decks 4-13
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino designated smoking areacasinoLocation: Deck 7Designated casino section while actively playing.
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Havana Club Cigar LoungeindoorLocation: Deck 7Dedicated cigar and pipe lounge.
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Designated open-deck areaoutdoorLocation: Open deckCigarettes only in the marked outdoor area; staterooms and balconies non-smoking.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,170
ADA Compliant: 22
- Suites
- 173
- Balcony
- 364
- Oceanview
- 250
- Inside
- 383
The Apex Suite
The Haven 3-Bedroom Garden Villa (S1)
2,285 SQ FT
The largest accommodation on board: a roughly 2,285 sq ft three-bedroom villa (each bedroom with private bath) plus an approximately 3,610 sq ft private roof terrace with garden, whirlpools and outdoor dining, a separate living and dining room, master bath with whirlpool tub, and full butler service. Two units, forward on deck 18; sleeps up to eight.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Club Balcony Suite109
- Penthouse Suite20
- Window Family Suite14
- Balcony Family Suite10
- 2-Bedroom Family Suite10
- 2-Balcony Owner's Suite4
- Deluxe Owner's Suite4
- 3-Bedroom Garden Villa2
Balcony
- Balcony364
Oceanview
- Oceanview250
Inside
- Interior383
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Art Gallery
- Library
- Observation Lounge
Staterooms & Service
- Butler Service
- Open Seating Dining
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
Garden Villas - among the largest suites at sea
largest
First NCL ship to carry hull art
fleet first
The Haven suite collection
unique
Oasis Pool
top-deck attraction
Basketball Courts
top-deck attraction
Jogging track
top-deck attraction
Bliss Ultra Lounge
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- Freestyle Dining (open-seating).
- The Haven suites (Garden Villas + Owner's Suites).
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Aquamain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Main dining room.
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Venetianmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Main dining room.
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Garden CafebuffetLocation: Deck 12Complimentary buffet.
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O'Sheehan's Neighborhood Bar & GrillpubLocation: Deck 8$ extras24-hour complimentary pub.
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Bimini GrillgrillLocation: Deck 14Poolside complimentary grill.
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Topsiders Bar & GrillbarLocation: Deck 12$ extrasPool-deck bar.
Specialty Dining
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Cagney's SteakhousesteakhouseLocation: Deck 13Steakhouse.
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Teppanyakijapanese_hibachiLocation: Deck 7Japanese hibachi.
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Bamboo - A Taste of AsiaasianLocation: Deck 7Pan-Asian a la carte.
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La CucinaitalianLocation: Deck 13Italian.
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Le BistrofrenchLocation: Deck 6Upscale French.
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Los Lobos CantinamexicanLocation: Deck 8Mexican.
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Moderno Churrascariabrazilian_steakhouseLocation: Deck 6Brazilian churrascaria.
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SushisushiLocation: Deck 7Sushi and sake bar.
À la Carte Dining
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Java CafecoffeeLocation: Deck 7Coffee cafe.
Bars & Nightlife
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Atrium BarbarLocation: Deck 7Atrium bar.
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Gatsby'sbarLocation: Deck 6Cocktail/champagne bar.
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The Cellars Wine BarwineLocation: Deck 7Wine bar.
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Sugarcane Mojito BarbarLocation: Deck 13Mojito bar.
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Sake BarbarLocation: Deck 7Sake bar by the sushi venue.
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Bliss Ultra LoungenightclubLocation: Deck 7Nightclub and lounge.
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Bimini Bar & GrillbarLocation: Deck 14Pool-deck bar.
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Casino BarbarLocation: Deck 6Bar inside the casino.
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O'Sheehan's Neighborhood Bar & GrillbarLocation: Deck 8Dual-function pub bar.
Pools & Aquatics
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Oasis PoolpoolLocation: Deck 12Main outdoor pool.
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T-Rex Kid's Poolsplash_zoneLocation: Deck 12Children's pool.
Active Recreation
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Basketball Courtssports_courtLocation: Deck 14Sports court.
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Jogging/Walking TracktrackLocation: Deck 7Outdoor jogging track.
Entertainment Venues
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Stardust Theatermain_theaterLocation: Deck 6Main theater.
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ArcadearcadeLocation: Deck 12Video arcade.
Casino
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Dawn CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 7Casino.
Spa & Fitness
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Mandara Spa and SalonspaLocation: Deck 12Spa, thermal suite and salon.
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Pulse Fitness CenterfitnessLocation: Deck 12Fitness center.
Youth & Teen
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Splash Academykids_clubLocation: Deck 12Kids' club.
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Entourageteen_clubLocation: Deck 12Teen center.
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Guppiesplay_programLocation: Deck 12Infant/toddler play program.
Retail & Shopping
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Park West GallerygalleryLocation: Deck 7Art gallery and auctions.
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The ShopsshopsLocation: Deck 8Duty-free boutiques (EFFY, Swarovski).
Leisure & Public Spaces
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Havana Club Cigar LoungecigarLocation: Deck 7Cigar lounge.
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The LibrarylibraryLocation: Deck 12Library and card room.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-26