How many passengers does Celebrity Ascent hold?
Celebrity Ascent carries 3,260 guests at double occupancy and up to 3,873 at maximum capacity.
Celebrity Cruises · Edge Class
Celebrity Ascent
Fourth Edge Flagship · Cantilevered Magic Carpet · Luminae Fine Dining · Rooftop Garden & Solarium
2023
Year Built
3,260
Guests
Edge Class
Class
140,600
GT
4
Pools
Fourth Edge-series ship featuring Daniel Boulud's Le Voyage fine dining, multi-level Sunset Bar by Nate Berkus, Magic Carpet cantilevered floating platform, and exclusive Retreat sundeck.
Dining & Drinks
Signature Culinary Program
Four Complimentary Main Dining Rooms + Michelin-Chef Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud
Included Restaurants
Cosmopolitan, Cyprus, Normandie & Tuscan
4 Included Main Dining Rooms (American, Greek, French, Italian)
Oceanview Café & Mast Grill
Global Marketplace & Poolside Burgers
Luminae & Blu
Exclusive Suite & AquaClass Clean-Cuisine Restaurants
Specialty & Surcharge Dining
Fine Cut Steakhouse
Prime Cuts & Seafood Grill
Reservation required
Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud
French Haute Gastronomy
Reservation required
Eden Restaurant
Open-Kitchen Sensory Tasting Menu
Reservation required
Rooftop Garden Grill
Open-Air Backyard BBQ & Grill
Reservation required
Raw on 5
Sushi, Sashimi & Seafood Tower Bar
Reservation required
Specialty dining (extra charge)
Drinks (extra charge)
Room service (extra charge)
Dietary Options
KosherGluten-FreeVegan
Wellness & Relaxation
Fitness Center
Gym included
Pools
4
Hot Tubs
6
Medical Center
✓
Pool Lift
✓
Wheelchair Rentals
✓
Where Celebrity Ascent sails
Ports on this ship's regular rotation — click any for a feel of it before you pack.
Things to do in Charlotte Amalie
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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (GENERAL VIEW OF NORTH CURTAIN WALL WITH CLOCK TOWER - Christiansfort, Waterfront, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, VI HABS VI,3-CHAM,30-7.tif)
Fort Christian
Built 1672, this Danish fort served as courthouse, jail, and church — often simultaneously. The oldest standing structure in the USVI.
🕒 Mon–Fri 9am–3pm
~0.6 km away
E
CultureEmancipation Gardens
Where Danish rule ended in 1848. Now: a conch shell blower and a Liberty Bell replica — shaded, free, and easy to find after the ship.
🕒 Open daily
~0.6 km away
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CulturePhoto: Wikimedia Commons (Synagogue_of_Beracha_Veshalom_Vegemiluth_Hasidim,_Krystalgade_16A_&_B,_Charlotte_Amalie_(St._Thomas_County,_Virgin_Islands).jpg)
St. Thomas Synagogue
Sand floor, 1833 chandeliers, and 190+ years of active service — the oldest continuously operating synagogue under the US flag.
🕒 Mon–Fri 9am–3pm
~0.3 km away
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Sightseeing99 Steps
103 steps, not 99 — the name was never corrected. This 18th-century Danish stairway offers the best harbor views in the historic district.
🕒 Open daily
~0.5 km away
GoCruiseTravel.com Ship Data
1
Sailings tracked
70/100
premium with major perks in base fare
3,260
guests
GoCruiseTravel.com tracks 1 upcoming sailings on Celebrity Ascent (Celebrity Cruises). Built 2023, 3,260 guests, 140,600 GT. Amenities: 4 pools, 6 hot tubs, accessible cabins, medical center. Browse Celebrity Cruises sailings on GoCruiseTravel.com.
Accessible Travel
Traveling with accessibility needs? Celebrity Ascent has 32 accessible cabins.
Pool LiftWheelchair RentalsElevators: 16
Ask anything about Celebrity Ascent
Policies at a Glance
PetsNot Allowed
Balcony SmokingNot Allowed
Smoking & Cigar LoungesDesignated outdoor areas at Sunset Bar (Deck 15), Pool Deck port side, and Mast Bar; strictly no casino or balcony smoking.
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Formal NightsYes
The Details
Can I do laundry onboard?
No self-service laundry (valet wash & press available for a fee)
What voltage are the cabins?
110V & 220V
Is there a dress code?
Smart Casual
Are there formal nights?
Yes — formal nights onboard
Can I smoke on the balcony?
No — balcony smoking not allowed
USB in Cabins
✓
Quick answers
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Celebrity Ascent built?
Celebrity Ascent was built in 2023.
Which cruise line operates Celebrity Ascent?
Celebrity Ascent is operated by Celebrity Cruises.
Does Celebrity Ascent have swimming pools?
Celebrity Ascent features 4 swimming pool(s) onboard.
Is there self-service laundry on Celebrity Ascent?
No, Celebrity Ascent does not have self-service laundromats, but professional laundry and pressing services are available.
Which restaurants are included on Celebrity Ascent?
Included restaurants on Celebrity Ascent feature Cosmopolitan, Cyprus, Normandie & Tuscan, Oceanview Café & Mast Grill, Luminae & Blu, while specialty venues with a surcharge include Fine Cut Steakhouse ($65 pp), Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud ($35–$85 pp), Eden Restaurant ($85 pp), Rooftop Garden Grill ($55 pp), Raw on 5 (À la carte).
Who sails this line
Typical age
45-65
Primary markets
US · UK · CA · AU
Onboard languages
en
Kids onboard
Uncommon — adult-leaning atmosphere
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