Grand Princess is one of Princess Cruises’ finest ships, leading the way in Grand Class ships since 1998. Having since undergone a dramatic refit, guests onboard are bound to enjoy American-style cruising combined with exciting shore excursions which truly let you discover each port of call. Elegant inside and out, guests will find fantastic entertainment, from Broadway-style shows to comedy nights, as well as a huge variety of daytime activities and dining options. However you choose to spend your time onboard, it’s guaranteed to be a memorable cruising experience with Grand Princess.
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The ship in numbers
- Launched 1998
- Tonnage 107517
- Wheelchair accessible cabins 26
- Decks 17
- Lifts 14
- Pools 4
- Restaurants 12
- Formal nights Yes
- Kids clubs Yes
- Maximum capacity 3100
- Crew 1150
- Refurbished 2025
What's onboard
Dining
Onboard the Grand Princess there is a fantastic selection of dining options. With traditional set dining times and Anytime Dining both available in the beautiful main dining rooms, you have the choice to enjoy your evening meals the way you want. Enjoy the incredible cuisine onboard from the venue of your choice.
- Anytime dining
- Alfredo’s Pizzeria
- International Café
- Horizon Court
- Salty Dog Grill
- Coffee & Cones
- Speciality dining
- Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
- Crown Grill
- Chef’s Table Experience
- Crab Shack
- Vines
- Ultimate Balcony Dining
Entertainment
The entertainment onboard Grand Princess is second to none. From Broadway-style shows to chef demonstrations, there is something for everyone. The Wheelhouse offers live music most nights, while Crooners is a great place to grab a Martini and marvel at the flair of the expert bartenders. In addition, before your cruise is over, don't forget Princess Cruises signature Movies Under the Stars up on deck, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy a great variety of films in the fresh air.
Other venues:- Princess Theatre
- Explorer's Lounge
- Vista Lounge
- Promenade Bar
- Sports Bar
- Skywalkers Nightclub
- Casino
Things to do
Spa and fitness
The Grand Princess boasts the full-service Lotus Spa & beauty salon offering traditional hairdressing, beauty services, massages, sensuous wraps, hydro and aromatherapies. There is also a state of the art fitness centre with professional staff, weight and aerobic conditioning equipment, sauna and solarium. There’s no excuse to not leave your stress and worries behind you during your holiday.
Recreation
As well as all the cruise entertainment onboard, there are plenty of activities too, from Princess Links, the nine hole putting course, to the golf simulator and basketball courts. For those looking for something more relaxing there is an art gallery and library, or for a spot of duty-free shopping, why not head to the boutiques? For families onboard there is also a great selection of entertainment in the kids club and teens centre.
- 9 hole putting course & golf simulator
- Sport Courts
- Internet Cafe
- Boutiques
- Art Gallery
- Library
- Wedding chapel
- Kids and Teens centre
- Laundry
- Medical Centre
Useful Information
Dress code
The Grand Princess boasts a combination of casual and formal evenings, offering you a smart casual atmosphere one night, followed by a grand evening the next. If, after a long day of shore excursions, you don't fancy dressing for dinner, then the buffet restaurant always offers a casual dress code and is open 24/7.
Princess Cruises’ Incredible Fare Options
If you want to enhance your experience on Grand Princess even more, consider upgrading your fare to Princess Plus or Princess Premier. With so many incredible extras, like complimentary specialty dining experiences and wifi internet access, these Princess Cruises fare options are a fantastic way to make even more of your time onboard.
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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Grand Princess
Lovely ship with a great itinerary, probably the most enjoyable cruise we’ve been on
Really good shop with lots going on all day and every evening. The formal nights were not very popular with the majority of the customers though. Really good food especially if you have the premium package. Our biggest problems was booking through Iglu cruises. I would not recommend sailing from San Juan as the port is capable of accommodating large cruise ships. The port was gridlocked for several hours with taxis not being able to get into or out of the port. Our biggest issue was that we were not able to book the speciality restaurants although we paid for the premium package that allowed us to use these dining venues for no extra cost. This was due to the Iglu policy where payment to the cruise line is maxed weeks after you make your final payment to Iglu. When Iglu had made the final payment on our behalf we tried to book these venues but we weee unable to do so as they were already fully booked.
Compared to other cruise ships we have sailed on, our cabin was a little too small. the shower unit was much too small and the fixed shower head proved to be difficult for my wife to use. As she is only 5' tall a flexible shower hose would have been much easier for her to use. this applied to the other member of our group in the next cabin as well. .
I have just spent a couple of hours reviewing the Princess Cruise. Comparing this cruise with our previous cruises, Princess come the bottom of our list. Because: the cabin was too small, the drinks packages were far too expensive (so did not use and became tea totalers), the restaurants that did not cost extra were disappointing (the Buffet was very good though), the whole enterprise seemed "money grabbing" (eg. no free soft drinks, no cold water without ice).
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins
What are the main types of cabins on Grand Princess?
You can choose from standard Inside, Oceanview, and Balcony staterooms, alongside a selection of spacious, premium Suites.
Families and Kids
Is Grand Princess family-friendly?
Families are welcome, with dedicated kids clubs from ages 3-17. Family-friendly dining and family-focused cabins.
Does Grand Princess have waterslides?
No, this ship does not have major waterslides, though it offers four swimming pools and relaxation areas.
Food and drink
What are the main dining options on Grand Princess?
Enjoy complimentary, multi-course meals in the elegant Main Dining Room, or visit the casual buffet for relaxed, flexible dining.
What speciality dining is there on Grand Princess?
Venues often include the Crown Grill steakhouse and Sabatini's Italian Trattoria. Cover charges apply.
Itineraries
Which ports does Grand Princess usually sail out of?
This ship sails from various global ports depending on the season. Please check specific itineraries for exact departure locations.
Ship Features
What are the top highlights onboard Grand Princess?
The Movies Under the Stars outdoor cinema and the multi-deck, lively Piazza.
