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Star of the Seas vs Hero of the Seas
- Star of the Seas and Hero of the Seas have the same published gross tonnage (248,663).
- Hero of the Seas is newer (2027) than Star of the Seas (2025).
- Hero of the Seas carries more guests: 5,654 vs 5,610 (double occupancy).
- Star of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.39 guests per crew member vs 2.41).
| Star of the Seas | Hero of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Icon Class | Icon Class |
| Entered service | 2025 | 2027 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 248,663 | 248,663 |
| Guests | 5,610 (double occupancy) | 5,654 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 2,350 | 2,350 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.39 ● | 2.41 |
| Decks | 20 | 20 |
| Staterooms | 2,805 | 2,814 ● |
| 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: Star of the Seas, Hero of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Star of the Seas or Hero of the Seas?
Star of the Seas and Hero of the Seas have the same published gross tonnage (248,663).
Which is newer, Star of the Seas or Hero of the Seas?
Hero of the Seas is newer (2027) than Star of the Seas (2025).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Star of the Seas: 5,610 (double occupancy). Hero of the Seas: 5,654 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Star 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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