Signature highlights
Planned highlights include nine pools, Category 6 waterpark slides, the first funnel raft slide at sea, Coconut Cove, Royal Railway dining, and a three-deck Ultimate Family Treehouse.
Hero of the Seas
Hero of the Seas is a 5,654-guest Royal Caribbean International cruise ship. This page lists 13 upcoming departures across 13 itineraries in Caribbean, day by day and port by port.
✓ Families with children and teenagers
✓ Multigenerational groups needing large suites
✓ Travelers who enjoy waterparks and pools
Hero of the Seas at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 99%
A mega-ship at 248,663 gross tons — #2 of 565 ships we track. 44 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Families with children and teenagers
- Multigenerational groups needing large suites
- Travelers who enjoy waterparks and pools
- First-time cruisers wanting many included activities
- Guests seeking extensive casual dining choices
Think twice if you want
- Travelers preferring small, quiet ships
- Guests seeking a traditional intimate cruise atmosphere
- Passengers uninterested in pools, waterslides or family activities
- Travelers needing a fully documented existing deck layout
- Guests seeking a ship with established refit history
About Hero of the Seas
Hero of the Seas is Royal Caribbean International’s fourth Icon Class ship, currently under construction at Meyer Turku in Finland for planned delivery and debut in 2027. Designed as a large, family-focused LNG-powered vessel, it is planned to offer nine pools, a waterpark, 28 dining venues, new family accommodations, and Royal Caribbean’s signature neighborhood-style onboard layout.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Royal Caribbean International
- Builder / shipyard
- Meyer Turku
- Registry / flag
- Bahamas
- Draft
- 9.0 m
Onboard Experience
For families
Family features include the Category 6 waterpark, nine pools, family cooking activities, a two-deck teen space, Royal Railway, and the Ultimate Family Treehouse.
Pools, spa & wellness
Planned leisure facilities include multiple pools, whirlpools, fitness and spa areas, and the adults-oriented Hideaway neighborhood.
Accessibility
Royal Caribbean’s room listings identify accessible options across several accommodation categories, including family suites, panoramic ocean-view rooms, and balcony rooms.
Environmental features
Meyer Turku identifies the Icon Class as LNG-powered, supporting lower-emission operation than conventional marine fuels, although ship-specific environmental performance figures are not yet available.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 18
The Grove Pool The Grove Suite Sun Deck WhirlpoolDeck 17
Cloud 17 Coastal Kitchen Cloud 17 Pool The Lime and Coconut Whirlpool Sports CourtDeck 16
Basecamp Swim & Tonic FlowRider Crown's Edge Coastal Kitchen Whirlpool The Lime and Coconut Dry Slide Chill Island Adrenaline Peak Desserted Milkshake Bar Basecamp Bar Lost Dunes Thrill Island Basecamp Bar CartDeck 15
AquaDome Market El Loco Fresh Windjammer Sprinkles Celebration Table AquaTheater Coconut Cove Royal Bay The Cove The Hideaway The Overlook Pods Rye & Bean AquaDome Hooked Seafood Retail Table Tennis Whirlpool The Lime and Coconut Chill Island Cantina Fresca Hideaway Swim-Up Bar Hideaway Pool The Hideaway BarDeck 14
The Overlook To Dry For Vitality SpaDeck 12
Vitality SpaDeck 8
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi Orleans Parish Supper Club Lou's Jazz 'n Blues Bar Izumi in the Park Chops Grille Trellis Bar The Pearl Central Park Park Café Bubbles Retail Dry SlideDeck 7
Surfside Bites Water's Edge Splashaway Bay The Pearl Arcade Surfside Sugar Beach Surfside Eatery Carousel Playscape The Lemon Post Baby BayDeck 6
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen Royal Railway Dueling Pianos Boleros Adventure Ocean Escape Room Crown Lounge Fitness Center Pearl Cafe The Pearl Royal Promenade Schooner Bar Retail Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade Social020Deck 5
Sorrento's Dining Room Absolute Zero Spotlight Karaoke Fitness Center Royal Theater Running Track Royal Promenade Retail Starbucks The Pearl 1400 Lobby Bar Internet Desk Guest Services English Pub Crown & Anchor Society Next CruiseDeck 4
Dining Room Music Hall Royal Theater Casino RoyaleDeck 3
Dining Room Music Hall Royal Theater Medical Center Non-Smoking CasinoView the official Hero of the Seas deck plans from Royal Caribbean International →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Family TreehouseThree-deck family suite with rooftop terrace, private whirlpool, two main bedrooms, balconies and a two-deck teen space. | Suite | — | 12 | — |
| Ultimate Family TownhouseThree-level suite with an in-suite slide, wraparound terrace, hot tub, cinema and private Surfside patio access. | Suite | — | 8 | — |
| Surfside Family SuiteFamily suite with split bathroom, kids nook and views over Surfside. | Suite | — | 4 | — |
| Sunset Corner SuiteCorner suite with wraparound balcony, private dining space and living room. | Suite | — | 4 | — |
Dining, bars & venues
25 included 6 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
AquaDome Market
Included
Food hall with multiple food stands in the AquaDome.
El Loco Fresh
Included
Casual Mexican-style dining venue.
Basecamp
Included
Casual dining venue serving family-oriented food.
Surfside Bites
Included
Casual food venue in the Surfside neighborhood.
Sorrento's
Included
Pizza venue.
Dining Room
Included
Main dining venue.
Windjammer
Included
Buffet dining venue.
Sprinkles
Included
Included casual food venue.
The Grove
Included
Suite-only dining venue.
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi
Extra cost
Specialty hibachi and sushi restaurant.
Celebration Table
Extra cost
Special-occasion dining venue.
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen
Extra cost
Italian specialty restaurant.
Orleans Parish Supper Club
Extra cost
Specialty supper club featuring Cajun and Creole-inspired dining with jazz.
Royal Railway
Extra cost
Immersive dining experience presented as a train journey.
Bars & lounges
Lou's Jazz 'n Blues Bar
Varies
Bar and live-music venue focused on jazz and blues.
Boleros
Varies
Latin-themed bar and entertainment venue.
History & sister ships
Other Icon Class ships
Where Hero of the Seas sails, month by month
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Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $1,126 · $375/night
Ports of CallNext: Aug 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Ports of CallNext: Aug 8, 2027
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Ports of CallNext: Dec 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $1,584 · $226/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 13, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,418 · $345/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 23, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,026 · $289/night
Ports of CallNext: Apr 1, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $1,478 · $211/night
Ports of CallMiami, Florida, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas
Next: Aug 21, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $1,986 · $284/night
Ports of CallNext: Apr 15, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $1,486 · $212/night
Ports of CallNext: Sep 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 13 itineraries and their departure dates
- 3 Nights Bahamas Cruise 11 Aug 2027
- 3 Nights Bahamas Cruise 8 Aug 2027
- 5 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise 18 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise 13 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise 23 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise 1 Apr 2028
- 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise 21 Aug 2027
- 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise 15 Apr 2028
- 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise 4 Sep 2027
- 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise 27 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise 14 Aug 2027
- 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise 1 Aug 2027
- 9 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise 30 Dec 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2027 | Aug 8, 2027 | 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Aug 8, 2027 | Aug 11, 2027 | 3 Nights Bahamas Cruise | 3 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Aug 11, 2027 | Aug 14, 2027 | 3 Nights Bahamas Cruise | 3 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Aug 14, 2027 | Aug 21, 2027 | 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Aug 21, 2027 | Aug 28, 2027 | 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Sep 4, 2027 | Sep 11, 2027 | 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Nov 13, 2027 | Nov 20, 2027 | 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Nov 27, 2027 | Dec 4, 2027 | 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Dec 18, 2027 | Dec 23, 2027 | 5 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise | 5 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Dec 23, 2027 | Dec 30, 2027 | 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Dec 30, 2027 | Jan 8, 2028 | 9 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise | 9 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Apr 1, 2028 | Apr 8, 2028 | 7 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
| Apr 15, 2028 | Apr 22, 2028 | 7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise | 7 | Caribbean | Book → |
Hero of the Seas FAQ
What flag does Hero of the Seas sail under?
Hero of the Seas is registered in Bahamas.
How many passengers does Hero of the Seas hold?
Hero of the Seas carries about 5,654 guests with roughly 2,350 crew.
How big is Hero of the Seas?
At 248,663 gross tons and 364 m long, Hero of the Seas is a mega-ship — larger than 99% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What dining is included on Hero of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean identifies AquaDome Market, El Loco Fresh, Surfside Bites, Sorrento's, the Dining Room, Windjammer, Sprinkles and The Grove for suite guests as complimentary dining options. Specialty venues and selected experiences cost extra.
Is Hero of the Seas suitable for children?
Yes. The ship is planned with Splashaway Bay, family pools, Category 6, Surfside and Adventure Ocean programming for children from six months through 12 years.
Does Hero of the Seas have waterslides?
Yes. Category 6 has six waterslides, and Splashaway Bay adds two smaller slides for children.
How many pools are on Hero of the Seas?
Royal Caribbean states that the ship has nine pools, including adults-only pools, family pools and suite-only pool facilities.
Are accessible staterooms available?
Yes. Royal Caribbean identifies accessible-room availability for several Hero of the Seas accommodation categories, including the Ultimate Family Treehouse, Surfside Family Suite, balcony rooms and Panoramic Ocean View rooms.