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Dawn Princess

Dawn Princess

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The recently refurbished Dawn Princess is a large cruise ship that has the intimate feel of a smaller ship. Featuring a 4-story atrium lobby with ocean views, a wrap-around Promenade Deck, and over 400 staterooms with a balcony, Dawn Princess is an excellent choice for a cruise.

Among the entertainment options aboard Dawn Princess are Movies Under the Stars, The Sanctuary, two show lounges (featuring a variety of fantastic live performances) and a lavish casino that houses a number of popular games (such as blackjack, roulette, craps, poker and slot machines). Those seeking enrichment should be happy to learn that there is a library and art gallery on board as well.

For those looking to be active while on their Dawn Princess cruise, there are four swimming pools on board, as well as a spa and fitness center (with a fabulous view of the ocean), a few hot tubs, virtual golf simulators, shuffleboard and a sports court.

Whether you're looking for a casual or upscale dining venue, Dawn Princess has it all! Among the dining options are 24-hour room service, a pizzeria, premium steakhouse, a wine and caviar bar, as well as a patisserie that serves a bunch of tasty treats.

There is a variety of accommodation types available on board the 1,990-guest Dawn Princess. For example, there are interior staterooms, oceanviews, balconies, mini-suites and suites. 70% of the outside staterooms aboard Dawn Princess have a balcony!

Dawn Princess Facts

Ship Class: Sun Class
Inaugural Year: 1997
Refurbished Year: 2009
Tonnage (GRT): 77,000
Country of Registration: United Kingdom
Guest Occupancy*: 1,990
Crew: 900
Length: 856 feet
Beam: 106 feet
Passenger Decks: 10
Cruising Speed: 21 knots

Staterooms
Total: 975
Suites, with balcony: 38
Suites, without balcony: 0
Ocean View, with balcony: 372
Ocean View, without balcony: 193
Inside: 372

Dining Type: Traditional (assigned)

Casino: Yes

*Based on double occupancy
Ship Highlights

Movies Under the Stars
This 300-square foot LED screen, featured on many Princess cruise ships, is located poolside and is where guests sailing on a Dawn Princess cruise can see various sporting events, concerts and movies.

The Sanctuary
This adults-only venue is an outdoor, spa-inspired area aboard Dawn Princess where guests can truly relax. While there you can rent a personal MP3 player, have a massage in a private outdoor cabana, or enjoy a drink or light snack.

Sterling Steakhouse
This is the optional specialty restaurant aboard Dawn Princess, featuring a fantastic selection of steak and seafood. There is a per person cover charge to dine at this venue.

Dawn Princess Cruise Deals

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Low Price Guarantee on all Dawn Princess cruises!

Book any Dawn Princess cruise with us and you'll get the best deal possible, regardless of the ship or sail date! Because of our "Low Price Guarantee," nobody beats our Dawn Princess cruise prices, so look around and you're sure to find the best Dawn Princess cruise deal possible when booking with us!
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Pre-Paid Gratuities on Dawn Princess cruises!

Select reservations qualify for Pre-Paid Gratuities for the 1st & 2nd guest in each stateroom. That's a big savings on a cruise vacation! Go to Step 3 of the online booking process to see which categories qualify.
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Onboard Credit or Cash Back on Dawn Princess!

Get an Onboard Credit or Cash Back when you book a Dawn Princess cruise with us. The value depends on the particular cruise and accommodations you book. Values are listed on Step 3 of the online booking process.
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Special Perks and Gifts

Select Dawn Princess cruises booked with us have special amenities associated with them. Possibilities include bottles of wine and photo vouchers.
Plus, all reservations made with us are automatically entered into the cruise line's system with a complimentary upgrade request.
No Booking Fees

No Booking Fees!

We do not charge booking fees on any cruises! You're sure to enjoy an affordable Dawn Princess cruise when booking with us!
Our special offers on Dawn Princess cruises may not be combinable. Certain restrictions apply to each offer. View terms and conditions during the online booking process.
 
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Pricing listed above is per person, based on double occupancy in the least expensive accommodations available, are subject to change, may not reflect the most recent pricing, and get updated daily at 4:00 am. Prices don't reflect discounts and special promotions that you may qualify for. Go to Step 3 of the online booking process to view the live pricing and latest sales. Government taxes and fees are additional (viewable on Step 5).
Jump to: Suites - Mini-Suites - Balconies - Oceanviews - Insides
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Guests staying in a full suite aboard Dawn Princess enjoy an array of premium amenities and special suite-only services, including:
• Priority embarkation and disembarkation at tender ports as well as private lounge at the conclusion of the cruise
• Priority onboard shore excursion reservations
• Complimentary laundry and professional cleaning, and shoe polishing service
• Private portrait sitting with onboard photographer
• Dedicated priority line at the Passenger Services Desk
• Use of the Lotus Spa Thermal Suite, a communal relaxation center
• Exclusive Suite Breakfast served in Sabatini's with a complimentary "Good Morning Mimosa" each morning
• Exclusive Elite Lounge with complimentary hors d'oeuvres
• Extended room service menu with full breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings
• Preferred Traditional or Anytime Dining reservations
• Nightly delivery of deluxe canapés (upon request)
• Afternoon Tea service in suite (upon request)
• Complimentary flower corsage and boutonniere for your first formal night
• Enhanced turndown service with six decadent chocolate dipped strawberries or wrapped chocolates presented on a silver tray
• Separate sitting area & coffee table
• Upgraded balcony furniture with room for four: two comfortable loungers, a table and two chairs
• Complimentary mini-bar set-up
• CD/DVD player with access to a complimentary DVD library
• Comfortable luxury pillow-top mattresses
• Luxury 100% Egyptian cotton, high thread count bed linens
• Pillow menu
• Roomy walk-in closet
• Hot tub in select suites
• Luxury towels and bathrobes
• Fresh flower arrangement
• Upgraded bathroom amenities including bath salts and soothing gel eye mask
• Bathroom with two separate sink and countertop areas, enhanced accent lighting, and a modern glass-paneled shower and hand-held shower head.
Premium Suite Premium Suite (Category S2)
Approximate Size: 686 square feet, including balcony
Deck: Baja, Caribe

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator with wet bar. Walk-in closet. Bathroom with tub and shower.
Vista Suite Vista Suite (Category S3)
Approximate Size: 516 square feet, including balcony
Deck: Dolphin

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator with wet bar. Walk-in closet. Bathroom with tub and shower.
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Premium Mini-Suite Premium Mini-Suite (Category M4)
Approximate Size: 438 square feet, including balcony
Deck: Baja, Caribe, Dolphin


Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower.
Mini-Suite Mini-Suite (Categories MA, MB and ME)
Approximate Size: 370 square feet, including balcony
MA, MB and ME located on Deck: Baja


Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower.
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Balcony Stateroom

Balcony (Categories BA, BB, BC, BD, BE and BF)
Approximate Size: 179 square feet, including balcony
BA located on Deck: Baja, Caribe
BB located on Deck: Aloha, Baja, Caribe
BC located on Deck: Riviera, Aloha
BD located on Deck: Baja, Caribe
BE located on Deck: Aloha, Baja, Caribea
BF located on Deck: Riviera, Aloha

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bathroom with shower.

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Premium Oceanview

Premium Oceanview (Categories 04, 05 and 06)
Approximate Size: 173square feet
04 located on Deck: Caribe
05 located on Deck: Baja, Caribe
06 located on Deck: Aloha

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower.

Oceanview Stateroom Oceanview (Categories OC, OE and OF)
Approximate Size: 155 square feet
OC located on Deck: Emerald, Plaza
OE located on Deck: Dolphin
OF located on Deck: Dolphin, Emerald, Plaza

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower.
Obstructed Oceanview Obstructed Oceanview (Category OW)
Approximate Size: 155 square feet
Deck: Dolphin

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window with an obstructed view. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower.
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Interior Stateroom Interior Stateroom (Categories IA, IB, IC, ID, IE and IF)
Approximate Size: 135 square feet
IA located on Deck: Baja, Caribe
IB located on Deck: Aloha, Baja, Caribe
IC located on Deck: Riviera, Aloha, Dolphin, Emerald, Plaza
ID located on Deck: Baja, Caribe
IE located on Deck: Aloha, Baja, Caribe, Dolphin
IF located on Deck: Riviera, Aloha, Dolphin, Emerald, Plaza

Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bathroom with shower.


All descriptions, amenities and services listed above are subject to change. Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room listed. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. We reserve the right to correct errors. Please verify all details with the cruise line directly.

Dawn Princess Deck Plans

Click a deck provided below to view it:

Select Deck
Deck 15 - Sun
Deck 14 - Lido
Deck 12 - Riviera
Deck 11 - Aloha
Deck 10 - Baja
Deck 9 - Caribe
Deck 8 - Dolphin
Deck 7 - Emerald
Deck 6 - Promenade
Deck 5 - Plaza
Deck 4 - Fiesta


Category Legend
S2 Owner's Suite
S3 Vista Suite
M4 Premium Mini-Suite
MA Mini-Suite
MB Mini-Suite
ME Mini-Suite
BA Balcony
BB Balcony
BC Balcony
BD Balcony
BE Balcony
BF Balcony
05 Premium Oceanview
06 Premium Oceanview
OC Oceanview (picture window)
OD Oceanview (picture window)
OE Oceanview (picture window)
OF Oceanview (picture window)
OW Oceanview (obstructed view)
IA Interior
IB Interior
IC Interior
ID Interior
IE Interior
IF Interior


Deck Plan Key
Deck Plan Symbol Will accommodate third and fourth person
Deck Plan Symbol Will accommodate third person
Deck Plan Symbol Wheelchair-accessible staterooms are configured with shower only
Deck Plan Symbol Two lower beds not covertible to queen; show only.
Deck Plan Symbol Queen bed not covertible to two twin beds

Note: Some areas of the ship are not accessible to wheelchairs and scooters. Distances shown are from the bow (forward) to stern (aft) to the nearest stateroom. Stateroom views are considered unobstructed unless noted otherwise. Obstructions do not include certain nautical items like handrails, dividers or ship hardware. For balcony staterooms, the view is determined from the perspective of the balcony railing. Balconies may have either solid steel or toughened glass railing.

Deck plans of Dawn Princess are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors. Please verify all information with the cruise line directly.

Deck 7 - Emerald
Caribbean Princess Deck Plans

Dawn Princess Photo Gallery

Here's a look at some of the highlights of Dawn Princess:
For photos of staterooms, please click the accommodations tab provided above. Photo is of Sun Princess, a sister ship of Dawn Princess. Ship is subject to modifications.
Atrium
Atrium
 
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