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Icon of the Seas vs Star of the Seas
- Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas have the same published gross tonnage (248,663).
- Star of the Seas is newer (2025) than Icon of the Seas (2024).
| Icon of the Seas | Star of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Icon Class | Icon Class |
| Entered service | 2024 | 2025 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 248,663 | 248,663 |
| Guests | 5,610 (double occupancy) | 5,610 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 2,350 | 2,350 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.39 | 2.39 |
| Decks | 20 | 20 |
| Staterooms | 2,805 | 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: Icon of the Seas, Star of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Icon of the Seas or Star of the Seas?
Icon of the Seas and Star of the Seas have the same published gross tonnage (248,663).
Which is newer, Icon of the Seas or Star of the Seas?
Star of the Seas is newer (2025) than Icon of the Seas (2024).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Icon of the Seas: 5,610 (double occupancy). Star of the Seas: 5,610 (double occupancy).
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