IMO: 9195195
Radiance of the Seas
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Radiance-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 90,090
- Length (FT / M)
- 962 / 293.2
- Beam (FT / M)
- 106 / 32.2
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 12 / 13
- Shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Margot L. Pritzker
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $350,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2001
Major Refurbishments
2011
2021
2026
Significant Changes
- 2011: A major revitalization added Royal Caribbean signature dining and venues, including the Chops Grille steakhouse, Giovanni's Table Italian trattoria, Izumi Japanese cuisine, Park Cafe, Rita's Cantina, and the Quill and Compass pub, alongside refreshed staterooms and public spaces.
- 2021: A drydock refurbishment refreshed public spaces, lounges and dining venues with new furnishings, decor and lighting, updated stateroom soft goods, and completed technical maintenance to propulsion, navigation and hotel systems.
- 2026: A February drydock completed routine technical maintenance and updates to onboard spaces.
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9195195
- MMSI
- 311319000
- Call Sign
- C6SE7
- Classification Society
- DNV
- Hull / Yard Number
- 655
- Maiden Voyage
- 7 April 2001
- Maximum Draft
- 8.5 m (27.9 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 39.8 m (130.6 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 2,110
- Maximum Capacity
- 2,501
- Total Crew
- 859
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.46:1
- Space Ratio
- 42.70
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 3
- Bars & Lounges
- 14
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 5
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 5
- À la Carte Dining
- 2
- Elevators
- 9*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric / gas-turbine-electric (COGES) with Azipod podded propulsion
- Fuel Type
- Marine gas oil (gas turbine)
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 57.6 MW (77,243 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 40 MW (53,641 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 25 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2x GE LM2500+ gas turbine generators + 1x steam turbine generator (COGES), driving 2x 20 MW ABB Azipod
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 25 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 2
Elevator Banks
Centrum (Forward/Midship)
Decks 2-13
Aft
Decks 2-12
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino Royale designated sectioncasinoLocation: Deck 6Smoking permitted in the designated casino section; a non-smoking section is also provided.
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Designated outdoor deck areaoutdoorLocation: Open deck, one sideSmoking permitted only in the designated outdoor area on one side of an open deck per the fleet-wide policy.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,071
Solo Configured: 3
ADA Compliant: 15
- Suites
- 65
- Balcony
- 513
- Oceanview
- 247
- Inside
- 246
The Apex Suite
Royal Suite
950 SQ FT
The flagship accommodation aboard, a 950-square-foot one-bedroom suite with a 170-square-foot private balcony, two bedrooms plus a bunk room, a baby grand piano, a media center and full concierge service.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Royal Suite (1-Bedroom)1
- Owner's Suite (1-Bedroom)6
- Grand Suite, Two-Bedroom (Family)4
- Grand Suite (1-Bedroom)17
- Junior Suite37
Balcony
- Ocean View Balcony342
- Spacious Ocean View Balcony141
- Connecting Ocean View Balcony30
Oceanview
- Ultra-Spacious Ocean View (Family, bow-facing)6
- Spacious Ocean View14
- Ocean View193
- Connecting Ocean View34
Inside
- Interior219
- Interior (Spacious)24
- Studio Interior (Single)3
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Nursery
- Mini Golf
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Art Gallery
- Library
- Observation Lounge
Thrills & Active
- Climbing Wall
Staterooms & Service
- Open Seating Dining
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
More glass than any Royal Caribbean ship at launch
unique
Largest passenger ship ever built in Germany at delivery
largest
First cruise ship with gyroscopically stabilized pool tables
industry first
Lead ship of the Radiance class
unique
Rock Climbing Wall
top-deck attraction
Fairways of Radiance 9-hole mini-golf
top-deck attraction
Sports Court
top-deck attraction
Outdoor Movie Screen / poolside Jumbotron
top-deck attraction
Solarium with retractable glass roof
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- Vitality at Sea Spa & Fitness Center — a two-deck wellness retreat with treatment rooms, salon and a glass-walled gym
- Adventure Ocean — Royal Caribbean's award-winning youth program with age-grouped clubs and a teen disco
- Viking Crown Lounge — Royal Caribbean's signature elevated glass observation lounge that becomes a nightclub after dark
- Rock Climbing Wall — a 30-foot signature climbing wall with multiple routes on the aft funnel
- Solarium — an adults-only pool sanctuary under a retractable glass roof
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Cascades Main Dining Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Decks 4-5, AftTwo-level complimentary main dining room serving multi-course breakfast, lunch and dinner with fixed and flexible seating; a waterfall flanks the connecting stairway. Includes the intimate Tides alcove.
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Windjammer CafebuffetLocation: Deck 11, AftCasual self-service buffet with indoor and outdoor seating and global stations for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including a dinner sushi station.
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Solarium Bistrocasual_diningLocation: Deck 11Complimentary spa-cuisine spot in the adults-only Solarium emphasizing fresh, health-conscious breakfast and lunch.
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Park CafedeliLocation: Deck 11$ extrasComplimentary grab-and-go deli serving made-to-order salads, panini and the signature Kummelweck roast beef sandwich.
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Boardwalk Dog Househot_dogsLocation: Deck 11Complimentary walk-up counter for gourmet hot dogs, brats and sausages with a range of toppings.
Specialty Dining
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Chops GrillesteakhouseLocation: Deck 6Signature steakhouse serving premium steaks, seafood and classic sides in a refined Chicago-style setting.
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Giovanni's TableitalianLocation: Deck 6Family-style Italian trattoria (formerly Portofino) with rustic Tuscan dishes and an open kitchen.
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Izumi Japanese CuisineasianLocation: Deck 11Pan-Asian specialty restaurant with a sushi bar and hibachi/teppanyaki stations, ordered a la carte.
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Samba GrillsteakhouseLocation: Deck 11Brazilian churrascaria-style steakhouse with tableside-carved meats and a soup-and-salad buffet.
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Chef's Tablechefs_tableLocation: Deck 6Intimate 14-seat wine-paired tasting dinner hosted by a ship's chef and sommelier.
À la Carte Dining
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Rita's CantinamexicanLocation: Deck 11Casual Tex-Mex restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, frozen margaritas and a low cover plus a-la-carte menu.
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Cafe Latte-tudescoffee_barLocation: Deck 5, CentrumSpecialty coffee bar serving Starbucks beverages a la carte with complimentary sweets in the atrium.
Bars & Nightlife
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Lobby Baratrium_barLocation: Deck 4, CentrumAtrium bar serving cocktails and drinks to the multi-deck Centrum social hub.
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Schooner Barpiano_barLocation: Deck 6Royal Caribbean's signature nautically themed piano bar with live music, sing-alongs and trivia.
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Quill and Compass PubpubLocation: Deck 6Traditional English/Irish gastropub that doubles as a sports bar, with draught beers, darts and live music.
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Champagne Barwine_barLocation: Deck 6Intimate specialty wine and champagne bar.
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Singapore Sling'scocktail_loungeLocation: Deck 6, AftAft cocktail bar lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows wrapping the stern.
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Casino Barcasino_barLocation: Deck 6Full-service bar within Casino Royale serving the gaming floor and lounge.
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The Colony Clubshow_loungeLocation: Deck 6Second show lounge with a dance floor and full-service bar hosting game shows, karaoke, receptions and themed parties.
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Jakarta Loungegames_loungeLocation: Deck 6Quiet card and board-games lounge with its own full-service bar; hosts bridge tournaments.
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Pool Barpool_barLocation: Deck 11Outdoor bar serving the main pool deck with frozen drinks, beer and cocktails.
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Sky Barpool_barLocation: Deck 12, Sports DeckOutdoor bar on the upper sports deck serving the pool area.
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Solarium Barpool_barLocation: Deck 11Full-service bar in the adults-only Solarium pool complex.
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Viking Crown Lounge / Starquest Nightclubobservation_loungeLocation: Deck 13Glass-walled observation lounge high on Deck 13 that transforms into the Starquest nightclub at night, with a dance floor and its own bar.
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Diamond Clubloyalty_loungeLocation: Deck 13Exclusive lounge and bar for Diamond-tier and above loyalty members, open 24 hours.
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Concierge Clubsuite_loungeLocation: Deck 13Exclusive concierge lounge and bar for suite guests and top loyalty tiers, with continental breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres.
Pools & Aquatics
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Main Pooloutdoor_poolLocation: Deck 11Freshwater main pool with two whirlpools, a bandstand stage and an expansive sun deck.
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Solariumadults_poolLocation: Deck 11Adults-only relaxation complex with a pool and whirlpool under a retractable glass roof.
Active Recreation
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Rock Climbing Wallclimbing_wallLocation: Deck 13Complimentary 30-foot rock wall with five routes on the aft side of the funnel.
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Fairways of Radiancemini_golfLocation: Deck 13Complimentary 9-hole miniature golf course open 24 hours.
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Sports Courtsports_courtLocation: Deck 12Multi-use sports court for basketball, pickleball and court games.
Entertainment Venues
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Aurora Theatermain_theaterLocation: Decks 4-6, ForwardThe main three-deck show lounge seating about 868 for nightly West End-style musical and variety productions; doubles as a cinema for 3D films.
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CinemacinemaLocation: Deck 6Indoor tiered-seat movie theater also used for presentations and services.
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Bombay Billiard ClubbilliardsLocation: Deck 6Billiards lounge with two gyroscopically self-leveling pool tables and console gaming.
Casino
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Casino RoyalecasinoLocation: Deck 6Las Vegas-style casino with slot machines, table games, a VIP poker room and a full-service bar.
Spa & Fitness
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Vitality at Sea SpaspaLocation: Decks 11-12Two-level spa offering massages, facials and salon services.
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Vitality at Sea Fitness CentergymLocation: Deck 11Complimentary fitness center with cardio and weight equipment and an aerobics/aerobics class room.
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Vitality SalonsalonLocation: Deck 12Hair and beauty salon within the spa complex.
Youth & Teen
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Adventure Oceankids_clubLocation: Deck 12Royal Caribbean's youth program with age-grouped activity spaces.
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Optix Teen Discoteen_clubLocation: Deck 12Dedicated teen lounge and disco.
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NurserynurseryLocation: Deck 12Royal Babies & Tots nursery for the youngest guests.
Retail & Shopping
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Focus Art & Photo Galleryart_galleryLocation: Deck 5Combined photo gallery, art-auction gallery and camera shop.
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Centrum ShopsboutiquesLocation: Deck 5Duty-free shopping arcade with logo merchandise, jewelry, fashion, fragrances and a general store.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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CentrumatriumLocation: Decks 4-13, MidshipThe ship's glass-walled atrium social hub spanning eleven decks, with panoramic elevators, LED screens and live aerial entertainment.
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LibrarylibraryLocation: Deck 9Quiet reading library.
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Card Roomcard_roomLocation: Deck 10Quiet room for cards and board games.
Guest Services
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Conference Centermeeting_roomLocation: Deck 5Meeting rooms (Adriatic, Baltic and Caspian) with full presentation equipment for seminars and events.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-22