Mariner of the Seas ship stats

  • Price:

    $$$$
  • Size:

    L
  • Total Passengers:

    3,114
  • Total Crew:

    1,181
  • Passenger to Crew Ratio:

    2.64
  • Built:

    Oct 2003
  • Refurbished:

    Jan 2018
  • Number of Decks:

    14
  • Total Cabins:

    1,674
  • Cabin Categories:

    64
  • Gross Tonnage:

    138,000
  • Length:

    1,020
  • Beam:

    158

Mariner of the Seas overview

By Cruiseline.com - Updated Mar. 9, 2020

Singles, couples, and families can choose from an assortment of active adventures on Mariner of the Seas: Gaze at the horizon from atop the 200-foot rock-climbing wall, glide around the ice-skating rink, or soar across the ship on The Perfect Storm waterslides. Unleash your competitive side with glow-in-the-dark Battle for Planet Z laser tag, then head to the Sky Pad for some bungee trampoline fun. Teen hangouts and kid-friendly programs, such as Adventure Ocean, keep younger passengers entertained while adults dance the night away in a Latin-style club, try their luck in the casino, or explore the ship's nine bars and lounges.

Mariner of the Seas received a massive $120 million update in 2018 as part of the Royal Amplified series of refurbishments, which added enhanced staterooms along with activities like the gravity-defying Sky Pad, an escape room, the FlowRider surf simulator, and new water slides. On the dining front, Royal added Izumi hibachi and sushi, the Polynesian-themed Bamboo Room bar, and Jamie’s Italian with Italian selections by Chef Jamie Oliver, supplementing a lineup of options that already included fan-favorites like Johnny Rockets, Chops Grille, and even a Ben & Jerry’s.

Mariner of the Seas itineraries include short, 3-4 night Caribbean and Bahamas sailings out of Miami, Florida. Cruisers on Mariner of the Seas can enjoy Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay, an exclusive resort-style island featuring a thrilling waterpark, relaxing overwater cabanas, zip lines, and wave pools. In June 2019, Mariner will leave Miami and begin sailing from Port Canaveral.

Mariner of the Seas ship highlights

  • 200-foot FlowRider surf simulator
  • Battle for Planet Z laser tag
  • Adventure Ocean for children ages 3 to 17
  • Royal Babies and Tots nursery
  • Sky Pad virtual reality trampoline adventure
  • The Perfect Storm waterslides
  • Escape Room
  • Perfect Day at CocoCay
  • Live entertainment, including orchestral renditions, ice skating shows and guest performers
  • Variety of bars and lounges, such as Playmakers, Bamboo Room and Wig and Gavel
  • 9 specialty restaurants including Chops Grille, Jamie’s Italian, Izumi, and Playmakers
  • Fitness classes, table tennis, and sports courts
  • Whirlpools and swimming pools
  • Full-service Vitality Spa

Before you book

Why sail on Mariner of the Seas: Families and highly-active travelers find this ship ideal thanks to the plethora of modern activities and entertainment available, as well as the affordability of shorter trips.

You should know:Travelers looking for longer trips or those who are sensitive to crowds should consider looking elsewhere.

Mariner of the Seas ratings:

  • Cabin / Stateroom 4.5
  • Children's Programs 4.1
  • Destinations and Excursions 4.2
  • Embarkation and Disembarkation 4.3
  • Entertainment 4.2
  • Food and Dining 4.2
  • Onboard Activities 4.2
  • Service and Staff 4.6
  • Ship Quality 4.6

Mariner of the Seas cabins

1674 cabins and 64 cabin categories.

Inside Cabin

Inside

4.1
(228 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 154 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $123/night
Oceanview Cabin

Oceanview

5.0
(80 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 194 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $173/night
Balcony Cabin

Balcony

5.0
(283 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 198 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $211/night
Suite Cabin

Suite

4.0
(74 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 503 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $279/night

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Mariner of the Seas dining

Jamie's Italian

Jamie's Italian

5.0
(8 Reviews)
Izumi Hibachi & Sushi

Izumi Hibachi & Sushi

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Starbucks

Starbucks

5.0
(1 Review)
Dog House

Dog House

5.0
(1 Review)

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Mariner of the Seas onboard activities

Flowrider

Flowrider

5.0
(1 Review)
Main Lounge

Main Lounge

5.0
(1 Review)
Outdoor Movie

Outdoor Movie

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Jogging Track

Jogging Track

5.0
(2 Reviews)

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2465 Mariner of the Seas Reviews

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1st Cruise on Royal Caribbean by jpongra7

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Mariner of the Seas

If you have never cruised before and have nothing to compare it too this cruise ship would be a good starter. Staff overall were great, food okay, activities plentiful.

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We had a good time, minus a few snags. by buylaketravis

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Mariner of the Seas

We recently sailed on Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas, and overall, it was a fantastic experience! The ship had so many activities and dining options, and the service was absolutely stellar. We can’t say enough about the dining staff—Grace and Bernard went above and beyond every night, making our meals memorable with their warmth and attention to detail. One minor downside was the smoking section. Its location wasn’t ideal, and the smoke did carry into some common areas. But despite that, the amazing service and wonderful time we had on board far outweighed any small inconvenience. Can’t wait for our next adventure with Royal Caribbean!

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Relaxing cruise by susantuch

Sail date: / Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Ship: Mariner of the Seas

Fun weekend cruise with options to do as much or as little as you want. Activities on board tend to be pretty pricey. Easy to spend more money than budgeted.

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965 Mariner of the Seas tips

cruisemomma

Feb 04, 2013

Learn which side of ship your cabin is on to easy finding it the first few times. Remember: food is aft, entertainment forward. Simplifies which way to head out.

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GirlOnTheGo

Apr 10, 2013

The 'Our Time' dining is a lot more flexible. You only have a window of 15 minutes for early and late dining.

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