IMO: 9656101
Anthem of the Seas
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Quantum-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 168,666
- Length (FT / M)
- 1,139 / 347.1
- Beam (FT / M)
- 136 / 41.4
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 14 / 16
- Shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Emma Wilby
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $940,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2015
Major Refurbishments
2025
Significant Changes
- 2025: Scheduled dry dock in Singapore marking the ship's tenth anniversary, focused on technical and class work plus general hotel refresh rather than a major amplification.
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9656101
- MMSI
- 311000274
- Call Sign
- C6BI7
- Classification Society
- DNV
- Hull / Yard Number
- S.698
- Maiden Voyage
- 22 April 2015
- Maximum Draft
- 8.8 m (28.9 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 49.4 m (162.1 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 4,180
- Maximum Capacity
- 4,905
- Total Crew
- 1,500
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.79:1
- Space Ratio
- 40.35
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 7
- Bars & Lounges
- 15
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 11
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 4
- À la Carte Dining
- 2
- Elevators
- 16*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric with azimuthing pods
- Fuel Type
- Marine diesel oil
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 67.2 MW (90,117 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 41 MW (54,982 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 22 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2x Wartsila 12V46F + 2x Wartsila 16V46F + 2x Caterpillar 3516C HD
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 22 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 2
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 2-15
Midship
Decks 2-16
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino RoyalecasinoLocation: Deck 3Smoking permitted during operating hours with a signed-off designated non-smoking section.
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Pool deck outdoor areaoutdoorLocation: Deck 14, Port sideDesignated open-deck smoking area away from food venues and pools.
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Outdoor PromenadeoutdoorLocation: Deck 5, Starboard sideDesignated open-deck smoking area.
Cabin Summary
Total: 2,091
Solo Configured: 28
ADA Compliant: 22
- Suites
- 129
- Balcony
- 1,436
- Oceanview
- 148
- Inside
- 378
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Junior Suite90
- Grand Suite (1-Bedroom)20
- Owner's Suite4
- Two-Bedroom Royal Family Suite4
- Sky Loft Suite3
- Grand Loft Suite6
- Owner's Loft Suite1
- Royal Loft Suite / Ultimate Family Suite1
Balcony
- Balcony1,424
- Studio Balcony (single)12
Oceanview
- Ocean View148
Inside
- Interior with Virtual Balcony362
- Studio Interior (single)16
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Nursery
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Art Gallery
- Library
- Observation Lounge
- Escape Room
Thrills & Active
- Climbing Wall
- Surf Simulator
- Skydiving Simulator
- Bumper Cars
Staterooms & Service
- Dedicated Solo Staterooms
- Butler Service
- Open Seating Dining
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
North Star observation capsule
unique
SeaPlex
largest
Bionic Bar
unique
Two70 transformational venue
unique
RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator
top-deck attraction
FlowRider surf simulator
top-deck attraction
Rock Climbing Wall
top-deck attraction
Two70 panoramic transformational venue
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- North Star - jewel-shaped glass capsule that lifts guests ~90 m above the sea on a pivoting arm
- RipCord by iFLY - skydiving simulator delivering a free-fall experience in a vertical wind tunnel
- FlowRider - stern-mounted surf simulator for stand-up surfing and bodyboarding
- SeaPlex - the largest indoor active space at sea, home to bumper cars, roller skating and circus training
- Two70 - a panoramic living room by day that transforms into a Vistarama and Roboscreen spectacle by night
- Bionic Bar - robotic bartenders that mix and serve cocktails ordered from a tablet
- Virtual Balcony - interior staterooms with an 80-inch screen streaming real-time ocean views
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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American Icon Grillmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 4, MidshipCoast-to-coast American main dining room, rotational dining.
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Silkmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 4, MidshipPan-Asian main dining room, rotational dining.
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The Grandemain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 3, MidshipElegant formal main dining room, rotational dining.
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Chicmain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 3, MidshipContemporary main dining room, rotational dining.
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Windjammer MarketplacebuffetLocation: Deck 14, AftCasual buffet with themed food pavilions and an outdoor aft seating area.
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Solarium Bistrocasual_restaurantLocation: Deck 14, ForwardLight spa-cuisine breakfast and lunch in the adults-only Solarium.
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Sorrento's Pizzeriaquick_serviceLocation: Deck 4, Royal EsplanadeNo-surcharge New York-style pizzeria with indoor and Esplanade seating.
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Cafe PromenadecafeLocation: Deck 4, Royal Esplanade$ extrasComplimentary 24-hour coffee, pastry and sandwich counter.
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Cafe @ Two70cafeLocation: Deck 5$ extrasComplimentary marketplace counter for hot-pressed sandwiches, soups and salads.
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SeaPlex Dog Housequick_serviceLocation: Deck 15, SeaPlexComplimentary gourmet hot-dog and sausage counter.
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Soft-Serve Ice Creamice_creamLocation: Deck 14Complimentary self-serve soft-serve ice cream station.
Specialty Dining
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Wonderland Imaginative Cuisinespecialty_restaurantLocation: Deck 5Whimsical multi-sensory tasting restaurant with painted menus.
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Jamie's Italianspecialty_restaurantLocation: Deck 5, The ViaRustic Italian trattoria by chef Jamie Oliver.
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Chops Grillespecialty_restaurantLocation: Deck 5Signature steakhouse with open kitchen.
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Izumi Japanese Cuisinespecialty_restaurantLocation: Deck 5Pan-Asian sushi, sashimi and hibachi/teppanyaki.
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Chef's Tabledining_eventLocation: Deck 5Wine-paired multi-course chef's dinner within Chops Grille (excluded from restaurant counts).
Exclusive Dining
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Coastal Kitchenspecialty_includedLocation: Deck 14California-Mediterranean restaurant reserved for suite guests and Pinnacle members.
À la Carte Dining
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La Patisseriecoffee_barLocation: Deck 4, Royal EsplanadeSurcharge patisserie and Starbucks-bean espresso bar.
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Johnny Rocketsquick_serviceLocation: Deck 14Surcharge 1950s diner counter for burgers, hot dogs and shakes.
Bars & Nightlife
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Casino Royale Barcasino_barLocation: Deck 3Full-service bar in the centre of Casino Royale, serving the slots and tables.
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Music Hall Bar (Lower Level)live_music_barLocation: Deck 3Main-floor bar of the two-deck Music Hall, serving the dance floor and main stage.
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Music Hall Bar (Upper Level)live_music_barLocation: Deck 4Separate mezzanine-level bar overlooking the Music Hall stage from above.
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Boleroslatin_loungeLocation: Deck 4High-energy Latin lounge (premium tequilas, rums, mojitos) with live salsa and merengue.
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Brass & Bock PubpubLocation: Deck 4English pub on the Esplanade (craft drafts, stouts, spirits); rebranded from Michael's Genuine Pub.
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Crown Lounge (Diamond Club)loyalty_loungeLocation: Deck 4Diamond/Diamond Plus/Pinnacle loyalty lounge with a dedicated self-contained bar (complimentary evening service).
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Schooner Barpiano_barLocation: Deck 5Nautically themed piano bar (old fashioneds, martinis, rums).
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Bionic Barrobot_barLocation: Deck 5Robotic mixologist bar with twin mechanical arms; tablet ordering.
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Vintages Wine Barwine_barLocation: Deck 5Upscale wine bar in The Via (global cellar, tasting flights, tapas).
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Two70 Barlounge_barLocation: Deck 5Bar inside the aft Two70 multimedia lounge; craft cocktails timed to the digital shows.
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Concierge Clubsuite_lounge_barLocation: Deck 12Grand Suite+ / Pinnacle suite lounge with a private bartender (complimentary evening service). Anthem keeps the suite lounge on Deck 12 (not Deck 14).
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Pool Barpool_barLocation: Deck 14Outdoor bar at the main pool (frozen drinks, beer buckets, refreshments).
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Sky Barpool_barLocation: Deck 14Second independent pool-deck station opposite the Pool Bar.
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Sunshine Barpool_barLocation: Deck 14, ForwardAdults-only Solarium bar (fresh-squeezed juice smoothies, blended tropical cocktails).
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North Star Baroutdoor_barLocation: Deck 15Open-air bar at the base of the North Star observation-pod entrance, panoramic views.
Pools & Aquatics
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Main PoolpoolLocation: Deck 14Outdoor and indoor (retractable-roof) pools with four whirlpools and a poolside Jumbotron.
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Solariumadults_onlyLocation: Deck 13-14, ForwardTwo-deck adults-only glass-roofed retreat with a plunge pool and four whirlpools.
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H2O ZonekidsLocation: Deck 14Children's aqua park with splash play, lazy river and mini slides.
Active Recreation
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SeaPlexsports_complexLocation: Deck 15-16Indoor sports complex with bumper cars, roller skating, trapeze and a full sports court.
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Rock Climbing Wallclimbing_wallLocation: Deck 1530 ft rock-climbing wall by the SeaPlex.
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ArcadearcadeLocation: Deck 15Surcharge video and redemption arcade.
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Power Walking/Jogging Trackjogging_trackLocation: Deck 15Two-lane outdoor track, three laps per mile.
Thrill & Marquee Attractions
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FlowRidersurf_simulatorLocation: Deck 16, AftStern surf and bodyboard simulator.
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North Starobservation_capsuleLocation: Deck 15-16Glass observation gondola rising ~90 m on a pivoting arm.
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RipCord by iFLYskydiving_simulatorLocation: Deck 16Vertical wind-tunnel skydiving simulator.
Entertainment Venues
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Music Halllive_music_venueLocation: Deck 3Two-deck live-music and dance venue with its own bar and pool tables.
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Royal TheatertheaterLocation: Deck 3-5, Forward17,642 SQ FT1,299-seat main theater for Broadway-style productions (We Will Rock You); has its own bar.
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Two70transformational_venueLocation: Deck 5-7, AftThree-deck panoramic lounge by day, Vistarama/Roboscreen show venue by night (Spectra's Cabaret).
Casino
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Casino RoyalecasinoLocation: Deck 3Vegas-style casino with slots and table games; designated smoking and non-smoking sections.
Spa & Fitness
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Vitality at Sea SpaspaLocation: Deck 15ShipShape spa with 22 treatment rooms, salon, medispa and a thermal suite (6 heated loungers, 2 saunas).
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Vitality at Sea Fitness Centerfitness_centerLocation: Deck 16Two-level fitness center above the spa.
Youth & Teen
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Adventure Oceankids_clubLocation: Deck 11-12Award-winning youth program for ages 3-11.
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The Living Roomteen_clubLocation: Deck 14Teen lounge (ages 12-17) with gaming and activities.
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Fuel Teen Discoteen_clubLocation: Deck 15Teen nightclub; also hosts the Escape the Rubicon escape-room game.
Retail & Shopping
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Royal EsplanadepromenadeLocation: Deck 4-5Two-deck indoor shopping and entertainment boulevard with boutiques and duty-free shops.
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Focus Photo Gallery & Shopphoto_galleryLocation: Deck 5Photo gallery and camera shop with face-recognition photo retrieval.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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The LibrarylibraryLocation: Deck 6Library, card room and internet cafe within Two70's upper level.
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The Workshopactivity_roomLocation: Deck 6Arts-and-crafts and enrichment workshop space.
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Card Roomcard_roomLocation: Deck 4Room for cards, board games and bridge.
Guest Services
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Medical Centermedical_centerLocation: Deck 2Onboard infirmary staffed by physicians and nurses.
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Guest ServicesreceptionLocation: Deck 424-hour reception, cashier and bookings desk.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-22