Cruise Ship reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 202 Reddit reviews across 11 subreddits and 29 posts to rank the best Cruise Ship brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Cruise, r/Cruises, r/dcl, r/CarnivalCruiseFans, r/royalcaribbean. Top-rated brands include Disney Cruise Line (4.5/5), Celebrity (4.4/5), Virgin Voyages (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews202
Subreddits11
Posts29
Brands49
Products47
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#1
Disney Cruise Line
4.5
(31)
"Disney"
"The only way to go is either Disney or the Royal Caribbean Oasis class or newer ships."
"Definitely Disney. Outstanding children's clubs from babies to teens."
"We went on our first ever cruise in general, and LOVED the Magic! It was perfect to get our feet wet with Disney Cruise line."
"The Wish is a fantastic ship with tons to do."
"My wife and I recently went on our 1st Disney Cruise, and we sailed on the Wish. We had an amazing time on the ship."
"We did our first ever cruise on the Dream and had a great time."
"I was on the Wish last week and it's now my favorite ship."
"I would start with the original, the Disney Magic. We just sailed on it recently and we had an amazing time."
"I had so many people tell me not to do the Wish or the 3 day for my first. anddddd it worked for us! We had an amazing time."
#2
Celebrity
4.4
(22)
"Celebrity would be my recommendation. We're in our early-mid 50s and love the vibe."
"Celebrity is my favorite of those since I find it's a good balance between quiet and activity and the ships (especially Edge class) are great."
"There are two cruise lines that come to mind. Holland America and Celebrity. Both are more adult oriented premium cruise lines."
"Both times spectacular! This was actually my 3rd time on the Beyond."
"EVERYONE loved the ship, food, service and itinerary."
"Absolutely wonderful. It was an older ship, but it’s definitely got charm."
"Celebrity 100%!"
"I would highly recommend Celebrity for your honeymoon!"
"I would lean more toward celebrity, and get a room with a balcony."
"Celebrity is right in between. We cruise all three regularly, for different situations and budgets."
#3
Virgin Voyages
4.5
(20)
"Hands down favorite cruise line is Virgin for two adult travelers."
"We have come to love Virgin. We also have a Princess Cruise from San Juan booked for 2026."
"We love Virgin. Restaurants instead of dining rooms. For court instead of buffet."
"Having done Carnival, Royal and Holland America (though admittedly always the Caribbean)... 10/10 don't want to cruise with anyone else."
"Virgin Voyages for a lowkey environment and come-as-you-are culture. Ships are beautiful and modern with lots of intimate spaces to relax and hang out."
"I’d say since it’s 21 and older. No kids allowed."
"VV - no kids!"
"You will love Virgin Voyages!"
"Virgin voyages 100%! I have a couple doing a Virgin cruise for their honeymoon."
"VV has a bit more party vibe while Celebrity is adult oriented upscale."
#4
Carnival
4.4
(14)
"I thought it was awesome. Highlights for me were the casual dining... and then the steakhouse (probably the best steak I’ve had in my life, not even exaggerating)"
"The Venezia is my favorite and the Freedom is second."
"Mardi gras is awesome. So many food options."
"Horizon is the best"
"I absolutely loved the Vista - specifically the Havana room & area!"
"I highly recommend them."
"The Dream is my favorite!"
"Horizon, Breeze, & Celebration are my favorites, in that order."
"I always suggest people start with an older ship. If you can appreciate the experience of a cruise no matter the ship or size, you’ll love them all."
"Going on Madri Gras in December. Hear a lot of good things but I also hear it gets pretty crowded."
#5
Royal Caribbean
4.4
(12)
"RCCL Oasis or Icon class, as well as NCL Breakaway plus class."
"My recommend is try the Oasis class. Your husband will never be bored."
"I think any Oasis class ship would be ideal for you."
"Both would be great for small kids."
"Royal Caribbean has something for all ages."
"Royal Caribbean Quantum of the seas, Royal Caribbean Ovation of the seas... are the best family cruise ships."
"Freedom of the seas/royal caribbean"
"We really enjoyed our Royal Caribbean cruise and there were a number of families with kids on board."
"If you want something that has more cross-generation appeal and will have more of a youthful vibe, overall, with more entertainment variety - Royal Caribbean."
"Welcome to Royal Caribbean! I agree with the rec to pick one of their newer ships."
#6
Princess
4.4
(10)
"Princess "
"I’ve only been on princess, and they were absolutely wonderful. Very accessible, with accessible cabins."
"Princess is the best (IMHO) at doing this, which keeps your stress level low."
"I would highly recommend anything on the enchanted princess."
"We booked a Princess 8 day with ABC stops."
"Princess"
"If you want an pretty much all-inclusive onboard cruise, choose their Premier package"
"Mid priced lines, like Celebrity, Princess and Holland America."
"Staff are always happy to help push the wheelchair up and down ramps."
"I enjoy Princess cruises, ships, packages, and experiences the most."
#7
Virgin
4.3
(10)
"100% Virgin, can't recommend it enough."
"Virgin for no kids and dance parties and great food!"
"Virgin cruises are kid free."
"Virgin is solely 18+ years old. If you don't want to sail with anyone under 18, your only options are Virgin, Viking, and Uniworld."
"Virgin has many quieter areas, more so in the back. We’re not party people and we enjoy it."
"Virgin or Celebrity"
"Virgin any ship or Celebrity Edge class ships."
"Virgin sounds interesting."
"Virgin is fab, not all singles - but adult only."
"Virgin may be a little more party than you want. Royal Caribbean ships are huge and have tons of attractions."
#8
Holland America
4.6
(7)
"There are two cruise lines that come to mind. Holland America and Celebrity. Both are more adult oriented premium cruise lines."
"My overall vote goes to Holland America for service, value and Glacier Bay."
"Holland America has been going to Alaska the longest."
"If it were me, I would go with Holland first."
"Mid priced lines, like Celebrity, Princess and Holland America."
"Our experience with HA has been very good but not a party ship or a lot of onboard activities. Food and service have been great."
"I would suggest newer ships as they will have the most accessibility."
#9
Norwegian Cruise Line
4.3
(7)
"NCL Breakaway was a huge blast when I was 23. Such a fun eventful ship."
"RCCL Oasis or Icon class, as well as NCL Breakaway plus class."
"I love NCL's European itineraries. They make excellent use of time on land, and their more at sea gives you the drink package cheap, and BOGO airfare."
"We enjoy Norwegian. Doing 9 day alaska cruise in Sep on the Joy."
"Preferred NCL and met more people on board."
"I personally focused on excursions and went with a cruiseline (NCL) that made stops at places I wanted to see."
"Carnival, NCL, and Royal lean more towards active fun than relaxation"
#10
Carnival Cruise Line
3.8
(6)
"Carnival gives you a lot more for free while with MSC it is a constant upsell."
"For relaxation I’d go carnival edge class"
"We just happen to have a voucher for Carnival and are looking to “test the waters” this fall!"
"Of the 4, Breeze is the newest and nicest. That would be my choice."
"My first will be the Treasure this fall."
"Carnival, NCL, and Royal lean more towards active fun than relaxation"
#11
Elation
4.8
(4)
"Elation! Smaller ship but it’s extremely nice with a lot less people and shorter lines for everything."
"Really loved our five day on the Elation back in July."
"The Elation is older, but my favorite."
"I just got off 5 day Bahama cruise. Sailed on elation. Ship is old but in very nice condition."
#12
Holland America Line
4.5
(4)
"Our favorite cruise was to Alaska one Holland America. Smaller ships so less crowded and can go places the big ones can’t."
"HAL or Princess to Alaska is a great cruise for ports and scenery - Alaska is just beautiful."
"Holland or Celebrity."
"Holland America more towards relaxation than fun"
#13
Celebrity Cruises
4.5
(4)
"Holland or Celebrity."
"My husband and I (39 and 34) love Celebrity. A really fun atmosphere, but fewer kids and less riff raff. We like staying at resorts (like Aria in Las Vegas) and the level of luxury reminds me of that experience. They have award-winning food and Vegas-caliber entertainment, which is hard to find. Highly recommend!"
"Personally, Celebrity or Princess probably have the best balance for relaxation and fun."
"Celebrity cruise line is an option too."
#14
Royal Caribbean International
3.8
(4)
"Royal Caribbean is probably your best mainstream line."
"If you want the baby to be able to use the splash pad, you are limited to some (not all) Royal Caribbean ships and Disney."
"Royal Caribbean and Disney are two cruise lines that offer facilities and a program exclusive for babies and toddlers."
"Carnival, NCL, and Royal lean more towards active fun than relaxation"
#15
Cunard Line
4.7
(3)
"But i also did a trip with Cunard. Was AMAZING."
"We found Cunard excellent."
"Go cunard or go tallship, modern cruise ships don't really look that fun"
#16
Firenze
4.0
(3)
"Firenze is great, the Lido pool deck area has the two story “piazza” style ambience."
"Yeah the Firenze is nice, though maybe not for people who are expecting a huge pool."
"Firenze. Just got refurbed in April. I like that it's fancier and has indoor pool."
#17
Oasis class
5.0
(2)
"Definitely recommend giving Oasis class a try, there's a ton to do for all ages."
"Yes try an Oasis class ship."
#18
Viking Cruises
5.0
(2)
"We cruise with Viking every year. No children and they have options all over the world, both ocean and river."
"Alaska in the summer great cruise. We like Viking and Celebrity. No kids on Viking and fewer guests."
#19
Celebration
5.0
(2)
"Celebration"
"Celebration is my favorite"
#20
Disney
5.0
(2)
"I've done Merrytime on the Fantasy, Dream, Magic and Wish and all are amazing."
"Hands down the best experience for the whole family."
#21
Silversea
4.5
(2)
"Luxury lines like Silversea, Explora Journeys, Regent etc."
"The Celebrity Flora and the Silversea Origin... have elevators."
#22
Viking
4.0
(2)
"Nicest ship I was ever on was to Europe on Viking a year and half ago."
"We chose it for the itinerary, no kids, and inclusions."
#23
Princess Cruises
4.0
(2)
"Personally, Celebrity or Princess probably have the best balance for relaxation and fun."
"Princess is adult oriented and more peaceful"
#24
MSC Cruises
3.0
(2)
"I cruised on MSC Seaview for 18 days when my daughter was 16 months old."
"MSC it is a constant upsell."
#25
Regent
5.0
(1)
"Luxury lines like Silversea, Explora Journeys, Regent etc."
#26
Celebrity Beyond
5.0
(1)
"Celebrity Beyond"
#27
Royal Caribbean Oasis Class
5.0
(1)
"The Royal Caribbean Oasis class ships are my favourite."
#28
Come to Galapagos
5.0
(1)
"The Come to Galapagos tour company may be a good option for the range of ages in your group."
#29
RC
5.0
(1)
"They certainly love Coco Cay, just that private ship itself was fun enough for them."
#31
Freedom of the Seas
5.0
(1)
"Cheap and 4 nights!"
#32
Freedom
5.0
(1)
"Freedom has separate kids hot tubs and a kids pool for toddlers."
#33
Virgin voyages
5.0
(1)
"We love Virgin voyages. If you want to be around people, you can. Or if you want quiet time, there are plenty of places for that too."
#34
Freedom class
5.0
(1)
"I think the Freedom class are great ships. The PR rooms are a nice mix of size, view and price."
#35
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
5.0
(1)
"Tye best? Regent Seven Seas"
#36
UnCruise Adventures
5.0
(1)
"Check out UnCruise"
#37
Explora
5.0
(1)
"I would greatly suggest looking into explora cruises."
#38
Explora Journeys
5.0
(1)
"Luxury lines like Silversea, Explora Journeys, Regent etc."
#39
Celebrity Ascent
4.0
(1)
"We are doing a Celebrity Ascent 10 night in June 2026"
#40
NCL
4.0
(1)
"I was on an NCL cruise to Canada/New England last year and that tends to have an older crowd."
#41
Wonder of the Seas
4.0
(1)
"Any ship would be good."
#42
Freedom Class
4.0
(1)
"Kids had so much fun on the abyss slide and splashaway bay."
#43
Celebrity Edge class
4.0
(1)
"Celebrity Edge class ships for the win. They do allow kids, but there are no slides, no water park, no kiddie attractions."
#44
Crystal Cruises
4.0
(1)
"Crystal cruises."
#45
Norwegian Joy
4.0
(1)
"Me and my husband went on Norwegian Joy to Bermuda for ours."
#46
MSC
3.0
(1)
"You have less Expensive lines like MSC, Carnival and Norwegian, RCL."
#47
Norwegian
3.0
(1)
"You have less Expensive lines like MSC, Carnival and Norwegian, RCL."
#48
Glory
3.0
(1)
"I am doing the Glory in January, hoping it's nice."
#49
A'Rosa
3.0
(1)
"They are a German company and one of the complaints in the reviews is that they don't offer enough English on board."
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