Recently setting sail, Celebrity Ascent is the fourth Edge-class cruise ship in Celebrity Cruises’ impressive fleet – and another incredible vessel to earn the coveted Forbes Travel Guide four-star rating! Onboard, you’ll find an incredible range of amenities and activities to take advantage of and enjoy; from indulgent dining options like Eden Restaurant and Luminae to stunning stage productions in The Theatre and sumptuous spa treatments in the SEA Thermal Suite, every moment onboard promises to be a delight. And, with a whole host of incredible itineraries sailing to some of the most stunning spots around the world, you’ll have a magical getaway aboard Celebrity Ascent – whether you’re sipping something sweet poolside, working up a sweat in the state-of-the-art Fitness Center, or relishing in the remarkable ocean views between ports.

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Dining
On Celebrity Ascent, you’ll have an incredible selection of dining options to choose from; whether you’re looking for light bites at lunch or a fine dining experience in the evenings, there’s a fantastic array of colourful cuisines for you to choose from – all of which present you with some of the finest food on the seven seas!
The four main restaurants onboard – Normandie, Tuscan, Cosmopolitan, and Cyprus – offer a refined dining experience with a rotating menu and excellent service in a sophisticated setting throughout the day. However, this is far from the only thing worth looking forward to dining aboard Celebrity Ascent. The Oceanview Café, Mast Grill, and Spa Café are all among the incredible selection of complimentary dining options available – and you’ll find a casual atmosphere with great conversation and fantastic cuisine throughout.
Beyond this, though, you’ll find the following dining experiences onboard – some of which are available at an additional cost, but oh-so worth the extra spend:
- Raw on 5 - a whimsical eatery with a sophisticated ambiance and a sushi menu you’ll want to savour
- Fine Cut Steakhouse - indulge in premium cuts of meat and select seafood dishes in this upscale dining venue with a rooftop terrace to enjoy
- Le Grand Bistro - serving French bistro-style food throughout the day, this is a great spot to eat anytime
- Luminae - an elegant eatery exclusive to The Retreat guests, with panoramic views and exclusive menus, you’ll find signature dishes from Daniel Boulard and sensational food here
- Le Voyage - from Daniel Boulard, this refined restaurant whisks you away on a culinary adventure with dishes inspired by global flavours and foods
Entertainment
It’s no surprise that the entertainment aboard Celebrity Ascent is innovative, immersive, and wholly captivating. An award-winning resort at sea, this cruise ship takes things to another level with an impressive variety of live stage productions in The Theatre – a contemporary performance space with synchronized projectors, aerial rigging, and more state-of-the-art technology behind the scenes – and dazzling displays of acrobatic finesse and breathtaking choreography in Eden.
You’ll also find an impressive selection of shows to enjoy, and unique augmented reality experiences, in The Club; meanwhile, elsewhere onboard, you’ll be met with live music, singalong sessions, interactive quizzes, and more!
However you want to spend a sea day, you can rest assured knowing that there will be something entertaining happening onboard. And, in addition to these incredible entertainment venues, you’ll find the following among the impressive selection of bars and lounges aboard Celebrity Ascent:
- The Martini Bar - boasting an organic shape with an inviting glow at all hours, this is a great place to grab a drink throughout the day and into the evening
- Sunset Bar - this aft-facing al fresco bar is, as the name suggests, an excellent place to watch the sun set with something sweet while at sea
- The Spa Cafe & Juice Bar - after indulging at the spa, head here to grab something refreshing and keep your ‘feel good’ feeling going
- Craft Social Bar - with boutique beers and creative cocktails, this venue is a comfortable place to grab a drink and socialise with friends and family
From colourful circus shows to thumping DJ sets, the entertainment on Celebrity Ascent goes beyond traditional cruise entertainment to bring you fresh experiences you won’t soon forget. The highlight of these, though, is the Magic Carpet – a cantilevered floating platform on the side of the ship. An innovative space with sensational ocean views, you’ll find a full bar and space for live music performances here.
Family
Celebrity Ascent is a cruise ship suitable for sailors of all ages, and you’ll be pleased to know that there are incredible kid’s clubs available on each sailing – despite there not being too many attractions designed specifically for children onboard.
In Camp at Sea, you’ll find a variety of age-appropriate activities for children of all ages. In Shipmates (ages 3 to 5), younger travellers will have the chance to practice their arts and crafts under the supervision and guidance of experienced youth staff. Meanwhile, in Cadets (ages 6 to 9), children will learn the basics of sailing and socialise with Lawn Club games, movie nights, and more group activities throughout your voyage.
Beyond this, Captains (ages 10 to 12) will afford children a little more freedom onboard, with scavenger hunts and competitions on the agenda, and Teens (ages 13 to 17) will be able to socialise with one another in The Basement – a hangout where you’ll find video game tournaments, silent disco parties, and more.
With both The Basement and Camp at Sea dedicated areas to younger cruisers, children of all ages will find themselves with entertainment and activities throughout your holiday. And, of course, there’s nothing stopping them from checking out some of the other entertainment options onboard; Celebrity Cruises is a cruise line that caters to adventurers of all ages.
Things to do
Recreation
There will never be a dull moment aboard Celebrity Ascent, with a fantastic variety of activities to enjoy throughout the day – and tailored experiences that everyone can enjoy. Whether you want to spend your time relaxing with something sweet to sip on in the Grand Plaza, relish in the remarkable ocean views surrounding you in the Rooftop Garden, or unwind on the Resort Deck, there are plenty of places to take advantage of your sea days.
You’ll also find several swimming pools, with an adults-only pool area in the Solarium, and live music performances throughout. When you add the incredible selection of shops aboard Celebrity Ascent to this, and the Art Gallery, you’ll love your cruise getaway with Celebrity Cruises.
Spa and Fitness
For those looking to unwind, the spa aboard Celebrity Ascent is the ultimate destination for rest and relaxation. Offering a variety of sumptuous spa treatments and home to the SEA Thermal Suite, the salon, and the barbers, it’s a fantastic place to refresh and rejuvenate too!
Beyond this, anyone looking to maintain their fitness regime while at sea will be able to work up a sweat in the state-of-the-art Fitness Center – a well-equipped gym with all the equipment you need to stay fit during your getaway. Celebrity Ascent is also home to a jogging track on the upper decks, and there’s nothing quite like a morning jog surrounded by sensational sea views.
Relish in The Retreat
On top of all this, The Retreat guests can indulge in numerous other enhanced amenities and exclusive experiences. These include:
- Premium drinks and Wi-Fi package with up to $400 extra onboard spend
- Personal concierge and attentive butler services, who is contactable everywhere via Butler Chat
- Suite-to-car escort by butler on Private Journeys and departures
- Personalised Retreat Host and Destination Experience Specialist services
- Express priority luggage drop off and delivery on embarkation
In addition to all of this, and access to The Retreat Lounge and Retreat Sun Deck, guests in a Royal Suite or above can also enjoy unlimited specialty dining and two complimentary bottles of wine (or select spirits) during your cruise!
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Customer reviews for Celebrity Ascent
Excellent ship one of the best we have sailed upon , the staff were very helpful and polite , the entertainment was the best we have seen , food choice even in the buffet restaurant was excellent and any service requirement was never to much trouble .
Fantastic cruise and ship
Amazing new ship with great staff perfect food and entertainment.
Celebrity Edge class ships are just the best! We love the restaurant's choices, and the fact you don't feel packed in. The food is exceptional and the staff are all excellent. The shows are outstanding on these ships, too. Cabin was beautiful, I really cant fault Celebrity Cruises' ships.