Sailing to a variety of destinations, Sapphire Princess has a selection of fantastic dining options, alongside unforgettable entertainment in venues such as the Princess Theater, and vibrant bars to choose from. With everything you need for a memorable holiday, Sapphire Princess has something for everyone.
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The ship in numbers
- Launched 2004
- Tonnage 115875
- Wheelchair accessible cabins 27
- Decks 13
- Lifts 14
- Pools 4
- Restaurants 12
- Formal nights Yes
- Kids clubs Yes
- Maximum capacity 3286
- Crew 1100
- Refurbished 2025
What's onboard
Dining
Dining onboard Sapphire Princess is as spectacular as can be found on any of Princess Cruise’s ships. Choose from traditional set dining in the International Dining Room or the personal choice dining option with the Anytime Dining restaurants. Treat yourself to Princess Cruise’s signature restaurant Sabitini's Italian Trattoria, or try out the Sterling Steakhouse for the finest steaks and freshest seafood.
For a quick bite, head to Horizon Court and take in the panoramic views from this fantastic venue, or check out the outdoor pizzeria and hamburger grill on the deck. Whatever your mood, Sapphire Princess has the perfect eatery for you.
- Traditional Fixed Dining: International Dining Room
- Anytime Dining : Vivaldi Dining Room, Pacific Moon and Santa Fe
- Horizon Court 24-hour international food court
- Sabatini's Italian Trattoria
- Sterling Steakhouse
Entertainment
Sapphire Princess offers a combination of elegant entertainment with the glamour of Broadway- inspired shows at the theatre, or other live performances such as cabaret at the Vista Lounge. Dress to impress at the Captain's cocktail party or sit back and enjoy the live music in the Wheelhouse bar each night. There’s even an onboard nightclub for anyone who doesn’t want their night to end early.
If your holiday spirit has got you feeling lucky, check out the ship’s casino and see if you can hit the jackpot on one of the many slot machines and games tables.
- Princess Theatre
- Explorer's Lounge
- Churchill's Cigar & Spirits Lounge
- Club Fusion
- Wheelhouse Bar
- Skywalkers Nightclub
- Crooners Bar
- Casino
- Bombay Sapphire onboard
Princess Cruises have partnered up with well-known gin manufacturers Bombay Sapphire, to bring guests a bespoke new cocktail, the Sapphire Princess. Not only can guests order a glass of this extra-special drink onboard, but they can also learn how to make it while attending an exciting gin-tasting session. Available only on Sapphire Princess while she is based in Southampton, guests will have the opportunity to sample a range of different gins - both popular brands and some lesser known varieties - and learn about this tasty drink.
Things to do
Spa and fitness
Treat yourself to an afternoon in the adult-only Asian inspired Lotus Spa for a selection of relaxing therapies and treatments or just to take in dip in the peaceful Lotus Pool. There is also a full beauty salon if some special holiday pampering is on the agenda.
For those looking to keep to their daily routine, or in need of burning off some of the incredible food, head to the state of the art fitness room. With the latest equipment and fully trained staff on call, there is everything you need to keep your fitness regime up, or even start a new one at sea. If you prefer to exercise in a group, there are various classes available, from yoga to spinning.
Recreation
Why not try out one of Princess Cruises enrichment programs or pop into the Art Gallery and enjoy the fabulous pieces on show? The Kids and Teens centre offers children great activities and a place to escape. For your duty-free shopping, head into the Boutiques on sea days.
Facilities:- Kids and Teens centre
- Internet Cafe
- Boutiques
- Library
- Writing room
- Wedding chapel
- Art Gallery
- Laundry
- Medical Centre
Useful Information
Dress code
Onboard Sapphire Princess, the dress code is both informal and formal, depending on the evening’s theme. Formal nights, such as the Captain's cocktail party, are often the highlight of the week while informal nights onboard are a smart casual dress code. On quiet evenings, where you don't fancy dressing for dinner,or you are tired after a day of shore excursions, you can head to the buffet restaurant.
Princess Cruises’ Incredible Fare Options
If you want to enhance your experience on Sapphire 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 Sapphire Princess
The Princess Sapphire was a great ship to cruise with. Staff were great and the medallion system was particularly good. Our only disappointment was the flights with KLM. On the outward journey they lost my suitcase. Thankfully due to the exceptional customer service of the Princess supervisor at the Copenhagen airport I wouldn’t have left port with it. Then KLM cancelled our return flight 2 days before departure. Will never fly with them again.
We asked IGLU to book our flights for this cruise. London Heathrow to Budapest and a return flight from Copenhagen to London Heathrow. Iglu had booked them the wrong way round that was London Heathrow to Copenhagen Budapest and a return flight from Budapest to London Heathrow. We were lucky that we checked IGLU Website showing the error. We rang up IGLU and were told there was an error on the IGLU Website. There was no error on the IGLU Website !!! IGLU finally re-booked the flights again but the correct way round and charged me extra for the revised flights. This was all confirmed showing the changes from British Airways, when we got our flight tickets. The Sapphire Princess is a very old ship at 22 years old and needs a refurbishing
Great ship
We really love this ship. It has a good friendly vibe about it. The food was really good both in the dining rooms and the buffet. There was plenty of entitlement in the evenings throughout the ship. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins
What are the main types of cabins on Sapphire Princess?
You can choose from standard Inside, Oceanview, and Balcony staterooms, alongside a selection of spacious, premium Suites.
Families and Kids
Is Sapphire Princess family-friendly?
Yes, it is very family-friendly. The ship features dedicated kids' clubs, family activities, and youth staff.
Does Sapphire Princess have waterslides?
No, this ship does not have major waterslides, though it offers swimming pools and relaxation areas.
Food and drink
What are the main dining options on Sapphire 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 Sapphire Princess?
Venues often include the Crown Grill steakhouse and Sabatini's Italian Trattoria. Cover charges apply.
Itineraries
Which ports does Sapphire 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 Sapphire Princess?
The Movies Under the Stars outdoor cinema and the multi-deck, lively Piazza.
