Entertainment level
Entertainment spaces include art-gallery.
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Norwegian Cruise Line ship guide
Norwegian Jewel
This ship is a treasure not to be missed!
- Launched
- 2005
- Rating
- 4 star
- Sailings
- 53 current
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Ship research guide
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Onboard spaces
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Media items
Current cruises
53 current sailings
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Cabin choice
34 cabin categories are represented for this ship.
First-time cruiser note
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Ship fast facts
Norwegian Jewel at a glance
Only confirmed ship facts are shown here, grouped for quick comparison.
Capacity
- Crew
- 1069
- Staterooms
- 1188
Size
- Gross tonnage
- 93502
Ship history
- Launched
- 2005
Guide information last updated Jul 12, 2026. Sailings and prices are shown separately in the cruise search.
What makes this ship special?
Norwegian Jewel highlights
Named venues, facilities and ship highlights are shown when available.
Wellness
Pulse Fitness Centre
Highlights
Art Gallery
Highlights
Entourage
Highlights
Hot tubs
Cabin Explorer
Cabins on Norwegian Jewel
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Norwegian Jewel cabin styles
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Balcony
Aft-Facing Balcony
Suite
Aft-Facing Club Balcony Suite
Balcony
Family Balcony
Balcony
Balcony
Suite
Forward-Facing Deluxe Penthouse with Large Balcony
Suite
The Haven Owner's Suite with Large Balcony
Suite
Forward-Facing Penthouse with Large Balcony
Suite
Club Balcony Suite
Suite
The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite with Balcony
Suite
The Haven Courtyard Penthouse with Balcony
Interior cabin styles
Inside
6 cabin categories | 6 with photos
Window and sea-view cabin styles
Oceanview
7 cabin categories | 7 with photos
Private outside space
Balcony / Veranda
6 cabin categories | 6 with photos
Enhanced cabin categories
Concierge / Aqua / Premium
15 cabin categories | 15 with photos
Larger cabin styles
Suite
15 cabin categories | 15 with photos
For single travelers
Solo
7 cabin categories | 7 with photos
Extra flexibility
Family
9 cabin categories | 9 with photos
Interior cabin styles
Inside
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Cabin imageInsideFamily
Family Inside
Code I4
Norwegian Jewel Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way for your family to cruise. With room for up to four guests, you'll have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to.
- With room for up to four guests, you'll have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more
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Cabin imageInside
Inside
Code IF
These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many.
- There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many other amenities
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Cabin imageInside
Inside
Code IA
These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many.
- There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many other amenities
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageInside
Inside
Code IB
These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many.
- There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many other amenities
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Window and sea-view cabin styles
Oceanview
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Cabin imageOceanview / OutsideFamily
Family Oceanview
Code O4
You can comfortably fit up to four guests in these staterooms, making them perfect for families. You'll enjoy an amazing view from the big picture window.
- Two lower beds convert into a queen-size bed and there is additional bedding to accommodate two more
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Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
Oceanview with Picture Window
Code OB
These comfortable staterooms accommodate up to three guests, making them ideal to kick back, relax and enjoy an amazing view from the big picture window. Two lower beds convert into a queen-size bed, and some have.
- Two lower beds convert into a queen-size bed, and some have additional bedding for one more
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
Oceanview
Code OF
Up to four guests can stay in these Oceanview Staterooms. Includes two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more, as well as a porthole to enjoy the view.
- Includes two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more, as well as a porthole to enjoy the view
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageOceanview / Outside
Obstructed Oceanview
Code OK
These Oceanview Staterooms sleep up to four guests and have either a picture window or porthole, with an obstructed view. Two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more.
- Two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate two more
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Private outside space
Balcony / Veranda
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Cabin imageBalconyBalcony
Aft-Facing Balcony
Code B1
You'll enjoy every inch of these staterooms, with enough space to sleep up to four guests. The two lower beds can be converted into a queen-size bed and the convertible sofa pulls out to sleep two more.
- The two lower beds can be converted into a queen-size bed and the convertible sofa pulls out to sleep two more
- You'll also have a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
- You'll enjoy every inch of these staterooms, with enough space to sleep up to four guests
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Family Balcony
Code B4
Norwegian Jewel Family Balcony staterooms are perfect if you want to bring the whole family. With room for up to four guests, there are two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, one pullman and one single.
- With room for up to four guests, there are two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, one pullman and one single sofabed
- Norwegian Jewel Family Balcony staterooms are perfect if you want to bring the whole family
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Balcony
Code BF
Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest. Also includes a sitting area and.
- Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyBalcony
Sail Away Balcony
Code BX
A Sailaway Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better! Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed.
- A Sailaway Balcony stateroom guarantees a Balcony stateroom or better!
- Please note that the view from your balcony may be fully obstructed or partially obstructed
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Enhanced cabin categories
Concierge / Aqua / Premium
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Aft-Facing Club Balcony Suite
Code M1
These Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests, making them ideal if you want to bring the kids. They have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and.
- These Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests, making them ideal if you want to bring the kids
- They have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and additional bedding to sleep two additional guests
- Because they are aft-facing suites, the view from your private balcony is truly amazing
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteSuite
Forward-Facing Deluxe Penthouse with Large Balcony
Code SD
These incredible Penthouses sleep up to four, with a queen-size bed and luxury bath and shower. Also includes a living area, dining area and large private balcony that offers an amazing view.
- These incredible Penthouses sleep up to four, with a queen-size bed and luxury bath and shower
- Also includes a living area, dining area and large private balcony that offers an amazing view
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteFamilySuite
The Haven Owner's Suite with Large Balcony
Code H4
These Owner's Suites are a truly luxurious way for you to get away. Includes a separate bedroom with a king-size bed and luxury bath with separate shower, in addition to the living room, dining room and large private.
- Includes a separate bedroom with a king-size bed and luxury bath with separate shower, in addition to the living room, dining room and large private balconies with incredible views
- Sleeps up to four and guests receive access to the private courtyard area.These suites also can connect to a Balcony stateroom, perfect when travelling with family or friends
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteSuite
Forward-Facing Penthouse with Large Balcony
Code SF
Stunning views are straight ahead from the large, private balcony of these forward-facing, luxurious Penthouses. Includes a queen-size bed, luxury bath, living and dining area, plus the indulgence of butler and.
- Includes a queen-size bed, luxury bath, living and dining area, plus the indulgence of butler and concierge service
- Stunning views are straight ahead from the large, private balcony of these forward-facing, luxurious Penthouses
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Larger cabin styles
Suite
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Cabin imageSuiteFamilySuite
Aft-Facing Club Balcony Suite
Code M1
These Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests, making them ideal if you want to bring the kids. They have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and.
- These Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests, making them ideal if you want to bring the kids
- They have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and additional bedding to sleep two additional guests
- Because they are aft-facing suites, the view from your private balcony is truly amazing
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteSuite
Forward-Facing Deluxe Penthouse with Large Balcony
Code SD
These incredible Penthouses sleep up to four, with a queen-size bed and luxury bath and shower. Also includes a living area, dining area and large private balcony that offers an amazing view.
- These incredible Penthouses sleep up to four, with a queen-size bed and luxury bath and shower
- Also includes a living area, dining area and large private balcony that offers an amazing view
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteFamilySuite
The Haven Owner's Suite with Large Balcony
Code H4
These Owner's Suites are a truly luxurious way for you to get away. Includes a separate bedroom with a king-size bed and luxury bath with separate shower, in addition to the living room, dining room and large private.
- Includes a separate bedroom with a king-size bed and luxury bath with separate shower, in addition to the living room, dining room and large private balconies with incredible views
- Sleeps up to four and guests receive access to the private courtyard area.These suites also can connect to a Balcony stateroom, perfect when travelling with family or friends
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteSuite
Forward-Facing Penthouse with Large Balcony
Code SF
Stunning views are straight ahead from the large, private balcony of these forward-facing, luxurious Penthouses. Includes a queen-size bed, luxury bath, living and dining area, plus the indulgence of butler and.
- Includes a queen-size bed, luxury bath, living and dining area, plus the indulgence of butler and concierge service
- Stunning views are straight ahead from the large, private balcony of these forward-facing, luxurious Penthouses
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
For single travelers
Solo
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Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Family Balcony
Code B4
Norwegian Jewel Family Balcony staterooms are perfect if you want to bring the whole family. With room for up to four guests, there are two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, one pullman and one single.
- With room for up to four guests, there are two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, one pullman and one single sofabed
- Norwegian Jewel Family Balcony staterooms are perfect if you want to bring the whole family
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Balcony
Code BF
Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest. Also includes a sitting area and.
- Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Balcony
Code BA
Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest. Also includes a sitting area and.
- Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteSoloSuite
Aft-Facing Penthouse with Balcony
Code SN
Up to three guests can enjoy the fabulous views from the aft-facing balcony of these Penthouses that include queen-size bedding plus a single sofabed, luxurious bath with shower, a sitting area, and some even have a.
- Up to three guests can enjoy the fabulous views from the aft-facing balcony of these Penthouses that include queen-size bedding plus a single sofabed, luxurious bath with shower, a sitting area, and some even have a living and dining area
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Extra flexibility
Family
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Aft-Facing Club Balcony Suite
Code M1
These Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests, making them ideal if you want to bring the kids. They have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and.
- These Club Balcony Suites sleep up to four guests, making them ideal if you want to bring the kids
- They have two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed as well as a sitting area, luxury bath with shower and additional bedding to sleep two additional guests
- Because they are aft-facing suites, the view from your private balcony is truly amazing
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Family Balcony
Code B4
Norwegian Jewel Family Balcony staterooms are perfect if you want to bring the whole family. With room for up to four guests, there are two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, one pullman and one single.
- With room for up to four guests, there are two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, one pullman and one single sofabed
- Norwegian Jewel Family Balcony staterooms are perfect if you want to bring the whole family
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageBalconyFamilySoloBalcony
Balcony
Code BF
Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest. Also includes a sitting area and.
- Balcony staterooms come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed, with some featuring one pullman or one single sofabed to accommodate an additional guest
- Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
Cabin imageSuiteFamilySuite
The Haven Owner's Suite with Large Balcony
Code H4
These Owner's Suites are a truly luxurious way for you to get away. Includes a separate bedroom with a king-size bed and luxury bath with separate shower, in addition to the living room, dining room and large private.
- Includes a separate bedroom with a king-size bed and luxury bath with separate shower, in addition to the living room, dining room and large private balconies with incredible views
- Sleeps up to four and guests receive access to the private courtyard area.These suites also can connect to a Balcony stateroom, perfect when travelling with family or friends
Images and layouts vary by ship and cabin grade.
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Onboard experience
What is onboard Norwegian Jewel
Named venues and facilities are grouped so you can compare the ship experience before choosing a sailing.
Spa & fitnessSpa, salon, gym, wellness and fitness spaces.1 venue
Spa & fitness
Pulse Fitness Centre
Spa and fitness
Other amenitiesAdditional named amenities that do not fit the main categories.3 venues
Other amenities
Art Gallery
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Other amenities
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Other amenities
Hot tubs
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| Norwegian Bliss | 2018 | 83 sailings |
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| Norwegian Jade | 2006 | 73 sailings |
| Norwegian Star | 2001 | 66 sailings |
| Norwegian Viva | 2022 | 63 sailings |
| Norwegian Spirit | 1998 | 55 sailings |
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| Norwegian Aura | 2027 | 44 sailings |
| Norwegian Sky | 1999 | 10 sailings |
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Are there current cruises on Norwegian Jewel?
53 current sailings are shown for this ship. Use the current cruises section to compare them.
Are inclusions the same on every sailing?
Norwegian Jewel is part of Norwegian Cruise Line. Package-specific inclusions, cabin choices and final prices can vary by sailing and fare, so they are checked before booking.
