Celebrity Xcel
Celebrity Xcel measures 141,420 gross tons and carries approximately 3,260 guests across 21 decks.
What Celebrity Xcel Is Like
Onboard, she carries Infinite Veranda staterooms, The Celebrity Pool Club, IYKYK, a speakeasy-style bar with live jazz, Attic at The Club, Celebrity Flagship and The Grand Plaza.
The Magic Carpet, a cantilevered glass-walled platform on the starboard side that moves vertically and reaches about 13 storeys above the sea, changing function at each deck it serves.
The Bazaar, a multi-deck marketplace, dining and entertainment space at the aft of decks 4, 5 and 6 that replaces Eden.
The Retreat, the suite-class enclave with a private lounge, sundeck and the Luminae restaurant.
On the open decks, adults have The Solarium, an adults-only glass-enclosed pool and lounge area, The Retreat Sundeck (suite guests) and Attic at The Club.
Evenings run through The Theatre, The Bazaar performances, The Club, Attic at The Club and IYKYK live jazz.
Dining on Celebrity Xcel
Your fare covers the main dining rooms aboard Celebrity Xcel.
- Main dining — Cosmopolitan Restaurant, Normandie Restaurant, Cyprus Restaurant and Tuscan Restaurant, included
- Oceanview Cafe — the buffet, included in your fare
- Complimentary casual — Spice at The Bazaar (complimentary; a rotating daytime menu inspired by the itinerary’s ports, in place of the Eden Cafe), Mast Grill, Cafe al Bacio and Room service
- Specialty dining, extra cost — Mosaic, Bora, Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud, Fine Cut Steakhouse, Raw on 5, Le Grand Bistro, Le Petit Chef, Dinner on the Edge, Luminae and Blu
What There Is To Do on Celebrity Xcel
Everything below is confirmed on Celebrity Xcel herself — not borrowed from her sister ships.
- The Magic Carpet, a cantilevered glass-walled platform on the starboard side that moves vertically and reaches about 13 storeys above the sea, changing function at each deck it serves
- Infinite Veranda staterooms
- The Bazaar, a multi-deck marketplace, dining and entertainment space at the aft of decks 4, 5 and 6 that replaces Eden
- The Celebrity Pool Club
- IYKYK, a speakeasy-style bar with live jazz
- Attic at The Club
- Celebrity Flagship
- The Grand Plaza
- The Retreat, the suite-class enclave with a private lounge, sundeck and the Luminae restaurant
- The Theatre
- The Bazaar performances
- The Club
- Attic at The Club
- IYKYK live jazz
- The Casino
- Grand Plaza performances
Celebrity Xcel is the kind of ship that rewards knowing what you booked. Tell us how you like to travel and we’ll tell you whether she fits.
Who Celebrity Xcel Suits
Adults travelling without children have The Solarium, an adults-only glass-enclosed pool and lounge area, The Retreat Sundeck (suite guests) and Attic at The Club to retreat to.
Celebrity Xcel Questions, Answered
Does Celebrity Xcel have the Magic Carpet?
Yes. Celebrity Xcel retains the Magic Carpet, the cantilevered glass-walled platform that moves along the starboard side of the ship. It is one of the Edge-series features Celebrity carried over to the newest ship in the class.
Does Celebrity Xcel have Eden?
No. Celebrity Xcel is the one Edge-class ship without Eden. In its place is The Bazaar, a multi-deck marketplace and entertainment space at the aft of decks 4 to 6, with the Mosaic restaurant and the complimentary Spice replacing Eden’s restaurant and cafe.
What restaurants are on Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel has four complimentary main restaurants plus the Oceanview Cafe buffet and the complimentary Spice at The Bazaar. Extra-cost specialty dining includes Mosaic, Bora, Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud, Fine Cut Steakhouse, Raw on 5, Le Grand Bistro and Le Petit Chef.
What is new on Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel introduces seven new spaces: The Bazaar, the Mediterranean restaurant Bora, Attic at The Club, the Celebrity Pool Club, Celebrity Flagship, a redesigned Spa and the speakeasy-style IYKYK.
Does Celebrity Xcel have Infinite Verandas?
Yes. Celebrity Xcel offers Infinite Veranda staterooms, where the balcony opens into the living space at the touch of a button, alongside traditional Veranda categories.
Is Celebrity Xcel good for kids?
Celebrity Xcel carries Celebrity’s Camp at Sea program, which runs on all the line’s ocean ships, with groups for ages 3-5, 6-9, 10-12 and teens 13-17.
How many passengers does Celebrity Xcel hold?
Celebrity Xcel carries approximately 3,260 guests.
How big is Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel measures 141,420 gross tons across 21 decks.
How old is Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel entered service in 2025.
What class of ship is Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel is a Edge-class ship in the Celebrity Cruises fleet.
How many crew are on Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel sails with a crew of about 1,416, serving approximately 3,260 guests.
Which ships are Celebrity Xcel's sister ships?
Celebrity Xcel shares her Edge-class design with Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Ascent.
Where does Celebrity Xcel sail?
Celebrity Xcel has recently sailed Caribbean. Itineraries change by season — ask us for her current schedule.
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