IMO: 9703796
Norwegian Joy
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Breakaway-Plus-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 167,725
- Length (FT / M)
- 1,094 / 333.46
- Beam (FT / M)
- 136 / 41.4
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 16 / 20
- Shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Wang Leehom
- LNG Powered
- No
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2017
Major Refurbishments
2019
2024
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9703796
- MMSI
- 311000599
- Call Sign
- C6CX3
- Classification Society
- DNV
- Hull / Yard Number
- 694
- Maiden Voyage
- June 2017
- Maximum Draft
- 8.7 m (28.5 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 3,804
- Maximum Capacity
- 4,622
- Total Crew
- 1,821
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.09:1
- Space Ratio
- 44.09
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 8
- Waterslides
- 2
- Bars & Lounges
- 19
- 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 14V48/60CR + 3x MAN 12V48/60CR
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 22.5 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 13
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 5-18
Midship
Decks 5-18
Aft
Decks 5-18
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino designated smoking areacasinoLocation: Deck 7Designated casino section while playing; cigars/pipes not permitted in casino.
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Spice H2O / open deckoutdoorLocation: Deck 16Designated open-air smoking area.
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Staterooms & balconiesprohibitedLocation: All cabinsSmoking prohibited; cleaning fee applies.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,926
ADA Compliant: 47
- Suites
- 449
- Balcony
- 1,024
- Oceanview
- 111
- Inside
- 342
The Apex Suite
The Haven Premier Owner's Suite (H2)
1,460 SQ FT
Top Haven category, expanded to 3 bedrooms in the 2024 enhancement; bow-facing wraparound balcony. 2 units, forward on deck 18.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- The Haven Premier Owner's Suite2
- The Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa24
- The Haven Aft Penthouse24
- The Haven Courtyard Penthouse24
- The Haven Forward Penthouse12
- The Haven Suite16
- The Haven 1-Bedroom Family Villa9
- The Haven Penthouse19
- Concierge Penthouse (SC)26
- Club Balcony Suite260
- Family Interior Suite33
Balcony
- Balcony1,024
Oceanview
- Family Oceanview50
- Oceanview61
Inside
- Interior342
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Nursery
- Waterpark
- Mini Golf
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Observation Lounge
Thrills & Active
- Go-Kart Track
Staterooms & Service
- Butler Service
- Ship-Within-a-Ship Suite Complex
- Open Seating Dining
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
First go-kart racetrack at sea
industry first
First cruise ship with a commercial air-lubrication system
industry first
Purpose-built for the Chinese market (2017), refit for North America (2019)
unique
Largest Thermal Suite in the Breakaway-Plus class
largest
The Haven by Norwegian + NCL's first at-sea Concierge complex
fleet first
Norwegian Joy Speedway go-kart racetrack
top-deck attraction
Aqua Park
top-deck attraction
Mini Golf
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.
- NCL's first at-sea Concierge-level stateroom complex (above The Haven).
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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The Manhattan Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Two-deck main dining room.
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Tastemain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Complimentary MDR.
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Savormain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 6Complimentary MDR.
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Garden CafebuffetLocation: Deck 16Main buffet.
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The Local Bar & Grillquick_serviceLocation: Deck 7$ extras24-hour complimentary pub.
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American Dinerquick_serviceLocation: Deck 16Pool Grill complimentary casual.
Specialty Dining
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Cagney's SteakhousesteakhouseLocation: Deck 7Steakhouse.
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Q Texas SmokehousebbqLocation: Deck 7BBQ (added in refit).
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Food Republicasian_fusionLocation: Deck 7Asian fusion small plates.
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Teppanyakijapanese_hibachiLocation: Deck 6Japanese hibachi.
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La CucinaitalianLocation: Deck 8Italian.
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Le BistrofrenchLocation: Deck 8French.
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Ocean BlueseafoodLocation: Deck 8Seafood.
Exclusive Dining
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The Haven Restaurantspecialty_includedLocation: Deck 17Haven-exclusive restaurant.
À la Carte Dining
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StarbuckscoffeeLocation: Deck 6Branded coffee (surcharge).
Bars & Nightlife
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Vibe Beach Clubadults_onlyLocation: Deck 19-20Adults-only retreat w/ oversized hot tub (expanded 2024, ex Laser Tag deck).
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Atrium BarbarLocation: Deck 6Atrium bar.
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Horizon LoungehavenLocation: Deck 17Haven-exclusive lounge.
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Maltings Whiskey BarbarLocation: Deck 8Whiskey bar.
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Observation LoungeobservationLocation: Deck 15180-degree forward panoramic lounge & full-service bar (partly converted to cabins in 2024 but retained).
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Skyline BarbarLocation: Deck 7Casino/atrium bar.
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Spice H2Oadults_onlyLocation: Deck 16Adults-only aft venue.
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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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The Cavern Clublive_musicLocation: Deck 8Beatles tribute live-music club.
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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.
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The Haven LoungehavenLocation: Deck 17Haven lounge & bar.
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The Humidor Cigar LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 8Cigar lounge.
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Waves Pool BarbarLocation: Deck 16Poolside bar.
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Mixx BarbarLocation: Deck 6Atrium bar.
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The Local BarbarLocation: Deck 7Bar within The Local Bar & Grill (24-hr).
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Garden Cafe BarbarLocation: Deck 16Bar counter serving the Garden Cafe buffet / open-air section.
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Surf BarbarLocation: Deck 16Poolside bar at the Aqua Park (deck 16); distinct from Waves Pool Bar.
Pools & Aquatics
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Aqua ParkwaterparkLocation: Deck 16Ocean Loop (double-loop) + Aqua Racer waterslides.
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Kids' Aqua ParkwaterparkLocation: Deck 16Interactive kids' splash zone.
Active Recreation
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Mini Golfmini_golfLocation: Deck 19Mini-golf course.
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ArcadearcadeLocation: Deck 5Video arcade.
Thrill & Marquee Attractions
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Norwegian Joy Speedwaygo_kart_trackLocation: Deck 18-19Two-level electric go-kart racetrack (NCL's first; extended in the 2019 refit).
Entertainment Venues
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Joy Theatermain_theaterLocation: Deck 6Main production theater (Broadway-style shows).
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Headliners Comedy Clubcomedy_clubLocation: Deck 7Levity Entertainment comedy.
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Social Comedy & Night ClubnightclubLocation: Deck 7Comedy + nightclub.
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678 Ocean PlaceatriumLocation: Deck 6-8Three-deck atrium social hub.
Casino
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Joy CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 7Casino (expanded for the China market).
Spa & Fitness
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Mandara Spa and SalonspaLocation: Deck 15-16Mandara Spa & salon.
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Thermal Suitethermal_suiteLocation: Deck 16Largest Breakaway-Plus thermal suite (new 2024; replaced the Galaxy Pavilion): Thalassotherapy & Plunge pools, Salt/Ice rooms.
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Pulse Fitness CenterfitnessLocation: Deck 16Gym.
Youth & Teen
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Splash Academykids_clubLocation: Deck 5Kids club (3-12).
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Entourageteen_clubLocation: Deck 5Teen club.
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GuppiesnurseryLocation: Deck 5Nursery for infants/toddlers.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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The WaterfrontpromenadeLocation: Deck 8Quarter-mile oceanfront promenade (added 2024).
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-25