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Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Millennium
The Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008. It was renovated in 2026. The Celebrity Solstice went through a dramatic makeover in March 2026 which breathed fresh life into the ship. Cabins and public areas were rennovated and the upgrade brought some new venues, bringing the ship in line with the newer Edge Class of ships. It's 8 years newer than the Millennium, which was built in 2000 and renovated in 2024.
Comparison Overview
- Ship Size
- Number of Passengers
- Food and Restaurants
- Bars and Drinks
- Pools and Hot Tubs
- Ship Features and Activities
- Cruise Costs
- Onboard Costs
Ship Size
The Solstice is considered a medium ship. Coming in at 1,033 feet long and 121 feet wide, it's roughly the length of 2.9 football fields, as wide as 2.3 tractor-trailers, and the same height as a 13-story building. Compared to the Celebrity Millennium, the Solstice is 34% larger in terms of overall tons.
Number of Passengers
Celebrity Solstice holds 29% more passengers than the Millennium based on double occupancy (two people per room). At full capacity, Celebrity Solstice holds 21% more passengers than the Millennium.
When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, or what we call the "Space Ratio," the Solstice has more space per person compared to the Millennium. This means that you might have a bit more space to yourself on the ship, although there still could be some crowded areas like buffets, pools, etc.
| Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Millennium | |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Solstice | Millennium |
| Gross Tonnage | 122,000 | 91,011 |
| Length | 1,033 | 965 |
| Beam/Width | 121 | 106 |
| Passenger Decks | 13 | 11 |
| Passengers (double occupancy) | 2,852 | 2,218 |
| Passengers (maximum occupancy) | 3,148 | 2,593 |
| Crew | 1,250 | 1,024 |
| Passenger to Crew Ratio | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger) | 39 | 35 |
Food and Restaurants
Food is a big part of any cruise, and the ship you choose can make a huge difference in your food experience.
The Solstice has thirteen different dining options like Luminae, Spa Cafe, and Main Dining Room. Of those options, ten are complimentary, or included with your cruise fare. The other eight options have an additional fee.
The Millennium has four fewer dining venues. Some of its popular venues are Le Petit Chef at Qsine, Oceanview Cafe, and Blu. Eight of these restaurants are complimentary and the other six have an additional fee.
If you like having a variety of places to eat, the Solstice might be a better choice. It has 44% more dining options than the Millennium.
If you're looking to avoid extra money while on board, the Solstice might be a better choice than the Millennium. More of the dining options are included in the base cruise fare, potentially saving you money.
Restaurants on Celebrity Solstice & Millennium
| Restaurant | Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Millennium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Included | |||
| Main Dining Room | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Mast Grill | ✓ | ✗ | Learn More |
| Oceanview Cafe | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Spa Cafe | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Sunset Park Cafe | ✓ | ✗ | Learn More |
| A la carte | |||
| Cellar Masters | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Sushi on Five | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
| The Parlor | ✓ | ✗ | Learn More |
| Flat fee | |||
| Fine Cut Steakhouse | ✓ | ✗ | Learn More |
| Le Petit Chef at Qsine | ✗ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Murano | ✓ | ✗ | Learn More |
| Trattoria Rossa | ✓ | ✗ | Learn More |
| Tuscan Grille | ✗ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Exclusive (open to select guests only) | |||
| Blu | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
| Luminae | ✓ | ✓ | Learn More |
Bars and Drinks
The Celebrity Solstice has 6 more bars than the Celebrity Millennium.
| Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Millennium | |
|---|---|---|
| Boulevard Bar | ✓ | ✗ |
| Cafe al Bacio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Casino Bar | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cellar Masters | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ensemble Lounge | ✓ | ✗ |
| Il Secondo Bacio | ✓ | ✗ |
| Martini Bar | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mast Bar | ✓ | ✓ |
| Oceanview Bar | ✓ | ✗ |
| Passport Bar | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pool bar | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rendezvous Lounge | ✗ | ✓ |
| Sky Lounge | ✗ | ✓ |
| Sky Observation Lounge | ✓ | ✗ |
| Sunset Bar | ✓ | ✓ |
| The Parlor | ✓ | ✗ |
| The Retreat Lounge* | ✓ | ✓ |
| World Class Bar | ✓ | ✗ |
In terms of drinks and cocktails, you have a variety of choices. Both ships serve the Coca-Cola family of products. That means Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite and Barq's Root Beer, although the selection can vary by ship.
You can check out the recent bar menus for the Solstice and the Millennium below.
Pools and Hot Tubs
Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The Celebrity Solstice has a total of 3 pools and 7 hot tubs. 1 of the hot tubs are exclusive access, which means there's either an extra charge to access them or you need to book a certain class of cabin to have access to them.
The Celebrity Millennium has the same number of pools as the Solstice and fewer hot tubs. There are fewer exclusive pools and hot tubs on the Millennium. If you like ships without extra charges or exclusive areas, this might be a better choice since everyone will have access to these areas.
Tired of loud kids and splashing? One of the pools and two of the hot tubs are adults only on Solstice.
| Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Millennium | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Pools | 3 | 3 |
| Pools - General Access | 2 | 2 |
| Pools - Adults Only | 1 | 1 |
| Pools - Exclusive | ||
| Total Hot Tubs | 7 | 4 |
| Hot Tubs - General Access | 4 | 3 |
| Hot Tubs - Adults Only | 2 | 1 |
| Hot Tubs - Exclusive | 1 |
Ship Features and Activities
Both ships have lots of activities to keep you busy throughout your cruise. Below you'll see a list of some of the major features on these ships. On the Solstice, 69% of the activities below are included in the cruise fare. On the Millennium, only 64% of the activities are included, meaning you might spend more money while on board.
| Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Millennium | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Only Relaxation Area | ✓ | ✓ |
| Basketball | ✗ | ✓ |
| Beyond the Podium Talk Series | ✓ | ✗ |
| Bingo | ✓ | ✓ |
| Casino | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fitness Center | ✓ | ✓ |
| Jogging Track | ✓ | ✗ |
| Outdoor movies | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pickleball | ✗ | ✓ |
| Shows - musical review | ✓ | ✓ |
| Spa | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sunset Park | ✓ | ✗ |
| The Parlor - Adult Gaming Area | ✓ | ✗ |
| Thermal Suites | ✓ | ✓ |
| Learn more | Learn more |
Cruise Costs
Celebrity is a premium cruise line. Premium cruise lines typically offer upscale food, accommodations, and service. These typically cost about $150 - $400 per person per day.
Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year. Typically, newer ships cost more, so a cruise on Celebrity Solstice will likely be more expensive than on Celebrity Millennium.
Onboard Costs
Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests may also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.
Typically, guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.
The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Celebrity ship.
| Celebrity | |
|---|---|
| Base Daily Gratuities* (Per Person Per Day) | $18.00 |
| Tip added to drinks & services | 20% |
| Soda Price | $4.75 |
| Domestic Beer Price | $9.99 See drink menus |
| Drink Package Price | $55 - $99 Learn more |
| Internet Plan | $19 to $30 per device per day |
| *Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates. | |
Celebrity Cruise Lines offers an "All Included" program. Guests who book a cruise using this promotion will have wifi and alcohol included. Some sailings are available without this program so pay attention when booking. Typically prices are lower if they don't include "Always Included." The wifi and alcohol package are the base levels and can be upgraded for an additional cost.
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