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Hero of the Seas vs Legend of the Seas
- Hero of the Seas and Legend of the Seas have the same published gross tonnage (248,663).
- Hero of the Seas is newer (2027) than Legend of the Seas (2026).
- Hero of the Seas carries more guests: 5,654 vs 5,610 (double occupancy).
- Legend of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.39 guests per crew member vs 2.41).
| Hero of the Seas | Legend of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Icon Class | Icon Class |
| Entered service | 2027 ● | 2026 |
| Gross tonnage | 248,663 | 248,663 |
| Guests | 5,654 (double occupancy) ● | 5,610 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 2,350 | 2,350 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.41 | 2.39 ● |
| Decks | 20 | 20 |
| Staterooms | 2,814 ● | 2,805 |
| Length | 1,196 ft (364 m) | 1,196 ft (364 m) |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Hero of the Seas, Legend of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Hero of the Seas or Legend of the Seas?
Hero of the Seas and Legend of the Seas have the same published gross tonnage (248,663).
Which is newer, Hero of the Seas or Legend of the Seas?
Hero of the Seas is newer (2027) than Legend of the Seas (2026).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Hero of the Seas: 5,654 (double occupancy). Legend of the Seas: 5,610 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Legend of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.39 guests per crew member vs 2.41), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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