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Utopia of the Seas vs Star of the Seas
- Star of the Seas is the bigger ship: 248,663 gross tons vs 236,473, about 5% larger.
- Star of the Seas is newer (2025) than Utopia of the Seas (2024).
- Utopia of the Seas carries more guests: 5,668 vs 5,610 (double occupancy).
- Star of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.39 guests per crew member vs 2.48).
| Utopia of the Seas | Star of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Oasis Class | Icon Class |
| Entered service | 2024 | 2025 ● |
| Gross tonnage | 236,473 | 248,663 ● |
| Guests | 5,668 (double occupancy) ● | 5,610 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 2,290 | 2,350 ● |
| Guests per crew member | 2.48 | 2.39 ● |
| Decks | 18 | 20 ● |
| Staterooms | 2,834 ● | 2,805 |
| Length | 1,188 ft (362 m) | 1,196 ft (364 m) ● |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Utopia of the Seas, Star of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
Features only one ship lists
Utopia of the Seas: Ice rink (Studio B), Zip line, Ultimate Abyss dry slide, Adults-only Solarium
Star of the Seas: Nursery for babies and toddlers, Crown's Edge, Surfside family neighborhood
From each ship's official fact sheet.
FAQ
Which is bigger, Utopia of the Seas or Star of the Seas?
Star of the Seas is the bigger ship: 248,663 gross tons vs 236,473, about 5% larger.
Which is newer, Utopia of the Seas or Star of the Seas?
Star of the Seas is newer (2025) than Utopia of the Seas (2024).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Utopia of the Seas: 5,668 (double occupancy). Star of the Seas: 5,610 (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 2.48), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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