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Independence of the Seas

Independence of the Seas showcases Royal's game changing onboard adventures, epicurean or casual dining from complimentary and specialty restaurants and a variety of bars, each offering a different theme and ambience. Be dazzled by a spectacular program of entertainment, including Tony award winning Broadway musicals and sparkling Ice skating shows. With staterooms and suites that offer the ultimate comfort and impeccable service, and a choice of views and space, you are sure to have the cruise of a lifetime.
Independence of the Seas showcases Royal's game changing onboard adventures, epicurean or casual dining from complimentary and specialty restaurants and a variety of bars, each offering a different theme and ambience. Be dazzled by a spectacular program of entertainment, including Tony award winning Broadway musicals and sparkling Ice skating shows. With staterooms and suites that offer the ultimate comfort and impeccable service, and a choice of views and space, you are sure to have the cruise of a lifetime.
Cruise Departures
Cruise Departures
Ship Type
Ship Type
Mega Cruise Ship
Passengers
Passengers
3,858
No. Of Crew
No. Of Crew
1,360
Launch Date
Launched
2008
Last Refurbished
Refurbished
2018

Independence of the Seas Cruises

Choose from 90 holidays cruising on board Independence of the Seas

10 Days Miami to New York

Operator: Royal Caribbean

From 1,772pp
Save 579pp

8 Days Miami to Miami

Operator: Royal Caribbean

From 1,815pp
Save 575pp

8 Days Miami to Miami

Operator: Royal Caribbean

From 1,442pp
Save 504pp

8 Days Miami to Miami

Operator: Royal Caribbean

From 1,195pp
Save 650pp

Life On Board Independence of the Seas

What can you expect when cruising on board Independence of the Seas
Independence of the Seas
Independence of the Seas

One of the Freedom class of ships, Independence of the Seas awaits with innovative on board activities, entertainment and dining. Read more

The Royal Experience
The Royal Experience

Independence of the Seas brings you impeccable award winning service and world class innovation, all part of the renowned Royal experience. Read more

Game Changers
Game Changers

From the surf simulator to all sorts of classes, there are activities to thrill everyone on Independence of the Seas. Read more

Foodie Heaven
Foodie Heaven

Indulge your senses in the complimentary and specialty dining options that you can enjoy from epicurean fine dining to casual bites. Read more

Spectacular Shows
Spectacular Shows

You will be dazzled by the impressive line up of first class entertainment that you can enjoy every night on Independence of the Seas. Read more

Relax and Rejuvenate
Relax and Rejuvenate

Indulge in a variety of professional spa treatments, unwind in a hot tub or enjoy adults only relaxation in the solarium . Read more

Independence of the Seas Deck Plan

1R
Spacious Interior
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
1K
Ultra Spacious Ocean View
2N
Ocean View
4N
Ocean View
Deck 2
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
2N
Ocean View
4N
Ocean View
Deck 3
Deck 4
Deck 5
2T
Promenade View Interior
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
CP
Promenade View Interior
1K
Ultra Spacious Ocean View
4M
Spacious Ocean View
4N
Ocean View
2D
Ocean View Balcony
2B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
5D
Ocean View Balcony
CB
Ocean View Balcony
SB
Sunset Ocean View Balcony
GT
Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms
Deck 6
1Q
Spacious Promenade View Interior
2T
Promenade View Interior
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
CP
Promenade View Interior
1K
Ultra Spacious Ocean View
4M
Spacious Ocean View
4N
Ocean View
2D
Ocean View Balcony
2B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
5D
Ocean View Balcony
CB
Ocean View Balcony
SB
Sunset Ocean View Balcony
JT
Sunset Junior Suite
Deck 7
1Q
Spacious Promenade View Interior
2T
Promenade View Interior
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
CP
Promenade View Interior
1K
Ultra Spacious Ocean View
3M
Spacious Ocean View
2B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
2D
Ocean View Balcony
4B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4D
Ocean View Balcony
5D
Ocean View Balcony
CB
Ocean View Balcony
SB
Sunset Ocean View Balcony
GT
Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms
Deck 8
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
1K
Ultra Spacious Ocean View
4M
Spacious Ocean View
4N
Ocean View
2B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4D
Ocean View Balcony
SB
Sunset Ocean View Balcony
GT
Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms
J4
Junior Suite
Deck 9
2V
Interior
4V
Interior
4M
Spacious Ocean View
2B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4B
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
4D
Ocean View Balcony
CB
Ocean View Balcony
SG
Spacious Sunset Ocean View Balcony
GS
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom
J4
Junior Suite
JT
Sunset Junior Suite
OS
Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom
RS
Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom
Deck 10
4V
Interior
1L
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View
J3
Junior Suite
Deck 11
4V
Interior
1L
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View
VP
Ocean View Panoramic Suite (No Balcony)
Deck 12
Deck 13
Deck 14
Deck 15

Independence of the Seas Cabins

Independence of the Seas Promenade View Interior
Promenade View Interior
Cabin Type: Inside

Delight in bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade ( Up to 2 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. 169 sq. ft. or 15.7 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Interior
Interior
Cabin Type: Inside

Enjoy your holiday in the perfect space (Up to 4 guests). Two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 160 sq. ft. or 14.86 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Spacious Interior
Spacious Interior
Cabin Type: Inside

Enjoy your holiday in an expanded space ( Up to 6 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. Stateroom: 337 sq. ft. or 31.31 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Spacious Promenade View Interior
Spacious Promenade View Interior
Cabin Type: Inside

Delight in two bowed windows overlooking the Royal Promenade ( Up to 6 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. 340 sq. ft. or 31.59 sq.m.

Independence of the Seas Spacious Panoramic Ocean View
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View
Cabin Type: Oceanview

Marvel the view through a floor-to-ceiling panoramic window (Up to 4 guests). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests. Stateroom: 175 sq. ft. or 16.26 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Ocean View
Ocean View
Cabin Type: Oceanview

Gaze at the beautiful views from your cosy room ( Up to 4 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to three guests. Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests. 180 sq. ft. or 16.72 sq.m.

Independence of the Seas Spacious Ocean View
Spacious Ocean View
Cabin Type: Oceanview

Have a spectacular view for a memorable holiday (Up to 4 guests). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in Staterooms with up to 4. 211 sq. ft. or 19.6 sq.m.

Independence of the Seas Ultra Spacious Ocean View
Ultra Spacious Ocean View
Cabin Type: Oceanview

Have a spectacular view in an immense space with family ( Up to 6 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Two Pullman beds. 351 sq. ft. or 32.61 sq.m.

Independence of the Seas Spacious Ocean View Balcony
Spacious Ocean View Balcony
Cabin Type: Balcony

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous view for a memorable holiday ( Up to 3 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One single sofa bed in staterooms with up to 3 guests. Stateroom: 214 sq. ft. or 19.88 sq. m. read more Balcony: 42 sq. ft. or 3.9 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Ocean View Balcony
Ocean View Balcony
Cabin Type: Balcony

Experience a spectacular view for a memorable holiday ( Up to 4 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One Pullman bed in staterooms with up to three guests. One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to read more 4 guests. Stateroom: 199 sq. ft. or 18.49 sq. m. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. or 4.92 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Sunset Ocean View Balcony
Sunset Ocean View Balcony
Cabin Type: Balcony

Sunset Balconies offer dramatic aft-facing views from your private balcony at the back of the ship. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed and one sofa bed in staterooms with up to 3 people. Stateroom: 188 sq. ft. read more or 17.5 sq. m. Balcony: 53 sq. ft. 5 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Spacious Sunset Ocean View Balcony
Spacious Sunset Ocean View Balcony
Cabin Type: Balcony

Spacious Sunset Balconies offer a larger room with dramatic aft-facing views from your private balcony at the back of the ship. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed and one double sofa bed in staterooms with up read more to 4 guests. Stateroom: 207 sq. ft. 19 sq. m. Balcony: 42 sq. ft. 4 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

An incredible intimate suite with a great view ( Up to 4 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in Staterooms with up to 4. Stateroom: 317 sq. ft. or 29.45 sq. m. Balcony: 65 sq. ft. or 6.04 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Ocean View Panoramic Suite (No Balcony)
Ocean View Panoramic Suite (No Balcony)
Cabin Type: Suite

Enjoy the view through a wrap-around panoramic window with your family ( Up to 6 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed One double sofa bed Two Pullman beds. Stateroom: 406 sq. ft. or 37.72 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom
Cabin Type: Suite

Enjoy a comfortable suite and the extra perks ( Up to 4 guests ). Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed. Stateroom: 432 sq. ft. or 40.13 sq. m. Balcony: 89 sq. ft. or 8.27 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms
Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms
Cabin Type: Suite

Indulge in a comfortable suite and enjoy the extra perks ( Up to 8 guests ). Two bedrooms with two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed. One double sofa bed in staterooms. Two Pullman beds in staterooms. Stateroom: read more 616 sq. ft. or 57.23 sq. m. Balcony: 208 sq. ft. or 19.32 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom
Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom
Cabin Type: Suite

Enjoy the ultimate suite for a perfect holiday (Up to 5 guests). Queen-size bed. One double sofa bed. Stateroom: 596 sq. ft. or 55.37 sq. m. Balcony: 204 sq. ft. or 18.95 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom
Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom
Cabin Type: Suite

Relish an extraordinary holiday in this luxurious suite (Up to 4 guests). One King bed. One double sofa bed. Stateroom: 1,633 sq. ft. or 151.71 sq. m. Balcony: 249 sq. ft. or 23.13 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Sunset Junior Suite
Sunset Junior Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

An incredible intimate suite offering dramatic aft-facing views from your private balcony at the back of the ship. Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed and one double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 people. read more Stateroom: 299 sq. ft. 27.8 sq. m. Balcony: 65 sq. ft. 6 sq. m.

Independence of the Seas Cruise Schedule

All 90 sailings by departure date on board Independence of the Seas
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Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from Royal Caribbean. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.