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Le Grand Bistro on Celebrity Ascent: Specialty Dining Review

12/22/2025

With so many outstanding dining options included in your cruise fare onboard Celebrity, you may be like me and wonder "Are the specialty dining options really worth the extra cost?"

It's a great question! In this article you will get to see what the dining experience is like at Le Grand Bistro onboard Celebrity's newest ship the Ascent. You'll learn how much it costs, what the ambiance is like, and our favorite dishes that we tried.

Allons-y! :)

Le Grand Bistro Celebrity Ascent

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Le Grand Bistro

If you're dreaming of visiting France but find yourself on a Celebrity cruise to the Caribbean, don't worry! The boulangerie-patisserie Le Grand Bistro on Ascent will definitely do in a pinch! ;)

And PS you can find plenty of Celebrity Cruises stopping in France ;D

Outside Le Grand Bistro at night. The doors close for Le Petite Chef dining experience.

Le Grand Bistro is located on Deck 4, midship, between its upscale French dining neighbor, Le Voyage by Daniel Boulud and the buzzing Craft Social Bar where you can enjoy beer flights and bar bites.

Fresh Baked Breads on Display at Le Grand Bistro

Whether you sit down to dine at dinner, enjoy a casual lunch, or prefer a demi baguette and a latte at breakfast - Le Grand Bistro has something for you to try!

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Le Grand Bistro Menu on Ascent

Le Petit Chef Menu:

You have a few options if you're interested in dining at Le Grand Bistro.

The interactive dining experience Le Petite Chef can be reserved in the evenings for a fixed price.

The Menu on Ascent was as follows:

Magical Soup: Creamy Potato Leek
Artificial Intelligence: Citrus Poached Cod Loin
Magic Potion: Beef Tenderloin En Croute
Candy Land: Chocolate Cremieux

As is the case in all specialty dining restaurants, 20% gratuity is added automatically to your check.

Le Petit Chef Menu Celebrity Ascent

Le Grand Bistro Main Menu

On the other hand, if you're craving a morning croissant or an afternoon croque monsieur then the a la carte menu is for you!

In addition to always-available starters, soups, salads, entrees, sandwiches, charcuterie, and pastries you will find "Plats du Jour" (Dish of the day)

If one of these French classic tickles your fancy you will want to time your visit accordingly each special dish is only available on a set day of the week.

Le Grand Bistro Menu Celebrity Ascent

Le Grand Bistro Cocktail, wine, and beverage menu

Sip in style with French cocktails and wines or a hand crafted espresso-based beverage. Prices range from $4 for a single espresso to 25 for a glass of Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label Champagne.

Le Grand Bistro Dessert Menu

All of the desserts and tarts at Le Grand Bistro cost $5 each and include the following tasty treats:

Crème brûlée
Profiteroles
Floating Island
Apple Tatin
Old Fashion Chocolate Mousse
Flan Parisien
Apple Tart
Normandie Tart

Dessert Menu at Le Grand Bistro

Le Grand Bistro To go Menu

Early in the day you will be delighted to see a counter full of freshly baked goods available for $2 a piece. The offerings may include:

Croissant
Savory Loaf Focaccia
Miniature Braids
Demi Baguette
Sourdough Loaf
Madeleines of the Day
Fougasse of the Day

To Go Menu at Le Grand Bistro

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Lunch Experience at Le Grand Bistro on Ascent

We decided to visit during lunch as we didn't want to miss dinner with our families in the main dining room. As the bistro was not especially crowded on the day of our visit, we chose to sit beside the window in order to enjoy the ocean views.

Dining by a huge window at Le Grand Bistro

The meal started with our choice of bread and butter. In the main dining room you always receive a basket of assorted bread/rolls/etc and admittedly it did feel fancier to have the slices hand delivered at Le Grand Bistro.

The bread was really good and I wish the basket came back around during the meal without having to ask.

French Cocktails - $12 + $17

The sommelier handles all beverage orders.

Shown here are the Lemonade Provençal and Champs-Élysées.

Lemonade Provençal - Fresh lemon juice, lavender, sage, thyme, rosemary, Plymouth Gin

Champs-Élysées - Cognac, Green Chartreuse, Fresh Lemon, Angostura

French Cocktails

Steak Frites - $24

Maître d'Hôtel Butter - a compound butter consisting of butter, salt, lemon, and parsley.

Lobster Bisque - $10

Lobster Bisque with Tarragon and Puff Pastry - Peeling back the cute little puff pastry beret (lol) to show you the soup inside!

By the way, have you ever wondered what the difference is between a soup and a bisque? I hadn't until just this very moment! In a nutshell, a bisque is a type of soup that has a thick, rick, creamy base and is traditionally made with some sort of shellfish. These days non-seafood creamy soups are also called bisques.

Take for example the following food math equation: tomato soup + cream = t omato bisque. Voila!

The perfect companion for soup is a salad, right? We did, but didn't, end up with 2 salads. You will understand by the end.

Baby Arugula Salad - $8

Big fan of arugula over here as well as the beauty of simple ingredients that are well prepared making the best of bites!

This baby arugula salad had toasted pine nuts, balsamic vinaigrette and 3 deep fried balls of goat cheese more elegantly known as croquettes.

After procuring this glamour shot we got to wondering where the pork belly was... and the poached egg?

Baby Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese Croquettes

Wait.. Was this even the salad we ordered. Oops. No it wasn't. Quickly the correct salad arrived.

Frisée Lardon Salad - $8

Featuring crispy pork belly, poached egg, pickled shallots and parmesan on curly endive, this salad was a treat. Perfectly poached, if you're team dippy-egg yoke then this picture will no doubt bring you joy.

Lardon Salad

Perfectly Poached Egg

The whimsical texture and freshness of curly endive played nicely with the salty, fatty pork belly and the bright yellow yoke of the poached egg added a pleasing pop of color and richness.

Crème Brûlée - $5

Caramelized vanilla egg custard with fresh berries.

Creme Brûlée is a quintessential French dessert much loved by cruise passengers. You may never order it out back home, but on a cruise you can usually indulge in several of these during your voyage.

Creme Brûlée at Le Grand Bistro

We decided to try the creme brûlée at Le Grand Chef because we genuinely wanted to know if it was different than the "free" creme brûlée available in the main dining room.

To complete the experiment we ordered creme brûlée at dinner in the main dining room that night and we can confirm that YES, it is different! When you are paying extra you want to know you are getting a different product, a better quality, an advanced technique, a personal touch..

Make it at home:

While you can use your oven broiler to caramelize the sugar topping, it's way more fun to use a butane torch ;)

Chocolate Chip Cookie - $3

I've never been to France and I have no concept of what a French-style chocolate chip cookie should be like. For context, I'm an American who loves a chocolate chip cookie that has that little bit of crunch on the outside, a super chewy inside and the deep toffee notes that only come from the labor of love that is known as browning butter.

When I ordered a $3 chocolate chip cookie I was envisioning a large bakery style cookie. I didn't expect it to be the cookie of my dreams, but I also didn't expect it to be this little fluffy nugget. lol

Chocolate Chip Cookie at Le Grand Bistro

This chocolate chip cookie was more on the cake-like side and it honestly wasn't my jam.

I was teetering on whether to order it or not but overhead a lady at the table next to me tell the waiter that they are the best chocolate chip cookies she has ever had and that she had been coming down to order one every day! That locked me in.

The fact that I didn't care for it just goes to show how everyone's tastes are different. There is no right or wrong when it comes to food, it's all preference. So take posts like this with a grain of salt. Read them through the lens of the preferences you know you have already.

If you know you love cake-like cookies then go for this chocolate chip cookie! If you're not a fan of cake-y cookies then skip it (unless you just want to see for yourself which is also cool) and try a more French-y option like a Madeleine or a cherry danish!

Mocha - $5

Espresso, fresh steamed milk, cocoa powder

Mocha on Celebrity Ascent

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Le Grand Bistro Ambience

Le Grand Bistro is very cute "inside" with a decorative piece constructed of French style baking dishes, pots and pans. The walk up counter where you can order pastries and fresh baked bread along with an espresso pulled from the copper espresso machine is a lovely concept along with the seating "outside" mimicking European al fresco dining.

It's important to note that just outside of le Grand Bistro is the Grand Plaza. Shown below is a view of the Martini Bar at night on the lower level of the Grand Plaza (deck 3)

Because various activities and music take place in the Grand plaza, during the day time when the doors of Le Grand Bistro are open, you lose a bit of the cute French bistro vibes. Consider checking the daily schedule and booking your reservation strategically.

I was surprised that during our visit there was no French music playing in the bistro. I would have really enjoyed that as well as having some of the shoji doors closed to block out the distracting lights and activity of the plaza and turn up the French charm. ;)

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LE Grand Bistro Review on Celebrity Ascent

Everything we ate at Le Grand Bistro was good, with the exception of the chocolate chip cookie that I found underwhelming based on my chocolate-chip-cookie-girl high standards.

We had steaks in the main dining room that rivaled the Steak Frites in Le Grand Bistro which is testimony to how good the food on Celebrity is. On the other hand, the salads and the lobster bisque were unique items we didn't see elsewhere during our cruise.

The Frisee Lardon Salad was excellent and unique. I would order that again next time I dine at Le Grand Bistro.

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The baby arugula salad was taken away when we noted that we had been given the wrong salad and that was a bummer as we didn't get to try it to share our thoughts with you. I'm sure the waiter would have left it if we asked, but it happened so quickly that he shuttled it away in an effort to please us and bring the lardon salad asap.

The Lobster Bisque was very tasty. The puff pastry top and fancy bowl are always fun. I just wish there was a touch more bisque and that the lobster meat was more prominent.

Would you have ordered any of these dishes?
If you dine at Le Grand Bistro on your next Celebrity Cruise, I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Thanks to Celebrity for hosting this meal. All opinions are my own.

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About this cruise:
On this 7 night Labadee & Cayman Cruise on Celebrity Ascent we sailed in an Infinite Veranda cabin. We visited the ports of Nassau, Perfect Day at Coco Cay, and Grand Cayman. Stops at Labadee were paused during this time period and exchanged for a Perfect Day visit.

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Free Gelato on Celebrity Cruises for Captains Club Members

12/13/2025

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Being a repeat cruiser on Celebrity Cruises brings you some added benefits and perks as part of their Captains Club loyalty program.

Free Scoop of Gelato

Celebrity makes their gelato fresh daily and once you have sailed with the line one time, you can enjoy the free scoop of premium gelato perk from your second cruise on!

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Simply go to the counter, request the most delicious flavor available, and when you scan your Sea Pass the premium gelato will ring up as $0, as the perk has been loaded on to your card. Yay!

Is there free ice cream and gelato on board?

To be clear, yes there are! You can find free gelato every day in the main dining room, in Oceanview Cafe, and soft serve at Scoops and Mast Grill.

This free scoop of gelato captain's club perk is for the premium offerings that are normally an extra charge, for instance at Cafe Al Bacio & Gelateria.

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Oceanview Cafe Review | Celebrity Apex Cruise Food Review with Photos

12/13/2025

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A photo review of Oceanview Cafe on Celebrity Apex!

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Chocolate Fountain on Celebrity Apex

Embarkation day on Celebrity Apex starts off on a high note with the beloved chocolate fountain!

Colorful fruit displays, fluffy marshmallows, and moist cakes - all ready to be skewered and covered in chocolate at your request!

Shrimp Cocktail w/ marie Rose Sauce

By the way, Marie Rose Sauce is cocktail sauce :)

A Magnificent Shrimp Tower!

The way food is prepared and displayed on a cruise is truly a work of art and a joy to behold!

This cruise is heading to: St. Kitts • San Juan, Puerto Rico • Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

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Celebrity Apex Deluxe Porthole Veranda Review With Pics | Stateroom 7105

12/8/2025

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There's nothing quite like the moment when your lyft pulls up to the port, Port Canaveral in this case, and you first lay eyes on your home for the week - Celebrity Apex!

This cruise is heading to: St. Kitts • San Juan, Puerto Rico • Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

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Next stop - drop off the luggage, get something to eat, and explore the ship!

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Porthole Veranda Room Tour | Cabin 7105 Apex

Our clients were able to enter their room by 11:45am and it was completely ready!

Here is a peak at their stateroom on Celebrity Apex:

First Look: Stateroom 7105 Celebrity Apex Deluxe Porthole Veranda

When you think of a "porthole", you probably think of a tiny window from cruise ships of the distant past and that can make this category of balcony on Celebrity a bit confusing.

As you can see, it is a unique balcony style, and the "porthole" is huge!

Bedroom Pics

Bed Near Balcony | Porthole Veranda Room Tour
Cabin 7105 Celebrity Apex

Some staterooms have the bed near the veranda (balcony) and others have the living area (couch) nearest the veranda.

In stateroom 7105 on Celebrity Apex, you can see the bed is nearest to the veranda. You can opt to have 2 twin sized beds, or as shown below, 1 queen sized bed.

Queen Sized Bed | Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda 7105 Pics

The veranda features 2 chairs and a table, which you can have a glimpse at in the background of this photo.

Our clients received a Celebrity tote bag in their room on embarkation which was a nice touch. ;)

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Living Room Pics

Living space | Porthole Veranda Room Tour
Cabin 7105 Celebrity Apex

The living room space features a chaise-like couch, perfect for lounging!

Lounge Area | Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda 7105 Pics

Beside the couch you will find ample storage space in this P2 Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda Cabin which offers floor to ceiling closets!

Ample Storage | Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda 7105 Pics

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Bathroom Pics

Bathroom | Porthole Veranda Room Tour
Cabin 7105 Celebrity Apex

Cruise ship bathrooms don't have to feel like a shoebox anymore - at least not on Celebrity Apex ;)

Spacious Cruise Ship Bathroom | Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda 7105 Pics

The bathroom is light and bright with thoughtful storage touches, an elongated counter, and an oversized sink where you can even do a bit of laundry if you need to - here are some tips on how to do laundry on a cruise ship.

Bathroom Amenities | Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda 7105 Pics

No sticky shower curtains here! A glass capsule shower lets in light and actually leaves you room to maneuver. :p

Shampoo and shower gel are waiting for you in the shower.

Generally, I recommend bringing your preferred shampoo or at the very least conditioner with you on a cruise.

Luxurious Glass Shower | Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda 7105 Pics

★ Try these shampoo bars and conditioner bars - no TSA worries here!

You can also ask your room steward and sometimes they can give you a tiny bottle of conditioner. That was my experience on a Royal Caribbean cruise anyways.

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Celebrity Apex Balcony Pics

The porthole verandas offer an outdoor lounge space separated from your room by sliding glass doors.

Celebrity Apex Porthole Veranda Pics | Stateroom 7105 | Celebrity Cruise Blog

This design offers more privacy than traditional verandas, while still offering the fresh air, natural light, and ability to enjoy epic views without leaving your room!

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What time are rooms ready on Celebrity Cruises?

Typically your room will be fully ready by 1 or 2 pm.

If you have left luggage with the porters, it can arrive later into the evening, so be sure to keep some essentials with you, or do what we do and bring our favorite luggage with you!

What if my stateroom isn't ready yet?

Don't worry! You can drop off your luggage and go enjoy the ship hands free!

Your hard-working stateroom attendant will finish making your room perfect and when you come back everything will be waiting for you. :)

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Celebrity Compass Itineraries | 2027 River Cruises

9/11/2025

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It looks like Celebrity Compass will be the first Celebrity River Cruise Ship to sail in 2027, with itineraries beginning August 5, 2027.

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Sailing Dates:

August 5 - 12, 2027
August 19 - 26, 2027
September 2 - 9, 2027
September 16 - 23, 2027
September 30 - October 7, 2027
October 14 - 21, 2027
October 28 - November 4, 2027
November 11 - 18, 2027
November 25 - December 2, 2027

Ports of Call:

Budapest, Hungary
Bratislava, Slovakia
Hainburg, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Melk, Austria
Engelhartszell, Austria
Passau, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany

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Sailing Dates

August 12 - 19, 2027
August 26 - September 2, 2027
September 9 - 16, 2027
September 23 - 30, 2027
October 7 - 14, 2027
October 21 - 28, 2027
November 4 - 11, 2027
November 18 - 25, 2027

Ports of Call:

Vilshofen, Germany
Linz, Austria
Grein, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Weissenkirchen, Austria
Dürnstein, Austria
Tulln, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Gonyu, Hungary
Scenic Budapest
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December 2 - 9, 2027
December 16 - 23, 2027

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Nuremberg, Germany
Regensburg, Germany
Passau, Germany
Linz, Austria
Melk, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Vienna, Austria
Scenic Budapest
Budapest, Hungary

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December 9 - 16, 2027
December 23 - 30, 2027

Ports of Call:

Budapest, Hungary
Bratislava, Slovakia
Vienna, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Melk, Austria
Brandstatt, Austria
Passau, Germany
Regensburg, Germany
Nuremberg, Germany

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Sailing Dates

December 30, 2027 - January 6, 2028

Ports of Call:

Nuremberg, Germany
Bamberg, Germany
Eltmann, Germany
Wurzburg, Germany
Miltenberg, Germany
Tulln, Austria
Koblenz, Germany
Cologne, Germany
Amsterdam, The Netherland

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Celebrity Seeker Itineraries | 2027 River Cruises

9/11/2025

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Sail down the Danube and the Rhine on the brand new Celebrity Seeker River Cruise Ship on these 2027 Celebrity River Cruise Itineraries:

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The Danube Budapest & VIenna Itinerary

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Sailing Dates

October 21 - 28, 2027
November 4 - 11, 2027
November 18 - 25, 2027

Ports of Call:

Budapest, Hungary
Bratislava, Slovakia
Hainburg, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Melk, Austria
Engelhartszell, Austria
Passau, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany

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Sailing Dates

October 28 - November 4, 2027
November 11 - 18, 2027
November 25 - December 2, 2027

Ports of Call:

Vilshofen, Germany
Linz, Austria
Grein, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Weissenkirchen, Austria
Dürnstein, Austria
Tulln, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Gonyu, Hungary
Scenic Budapest
Budapest, Hungary

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Sailing Dates

December 2 - 9, 2027
December 16 - 23, 2027

Ports of Call:

Budapest, Hungary
Bratislava, Slovakia
Vienna, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Melk, Austria
Brandstatt, Austria
Passau, Germany
Regensburg, Germany
Nuremberg, Germany

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Sailing Dates

December 9 - 16, 2027

Ports of call:

Nuremberg, Germany
Regensburg, Germany
Passau, Germany
Linz, Austria
Melk, Austria
Wachau Scenic
Vienna, Austria
Scenic Budapest
Budapest, Hungary

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Sailing Dates

December 23 - 30, 2027

Ports of Call:

Nuremberg, Germany
Bamberg, Germany
Eltmann, Germany
Wurzburg, Germany
Miltenberg, Germany
Mainz, Germany
Strasbourg, France
Breisach, Germany
Basel, Switzerland

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Sailing Dates

December 30, 2027 - January 6, 2028

Ports of Call:

Basel, Switzerland
Breisach, Germany
Strasbourg, France
Speyer, Germany
Mainz, Germany
Scenic Rhine
Dusseldorf, Germany
Amsterdam, The Netherland

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River View | Celebrity RiVer Cruise Staterooms

9/11/2025

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Celebrity River View Stateroom

A River View Stateroom on a Celebrity River Cruise Ship, starting with Celebrity Seeker and Celebrity Compass, is your most affordable stateroom option, akin to an ocean view stateroom on an ocean cruise ship.

You'll have some natural light and you can take a quick peek out at the Rhine or Danube Rivers before heading to the upper decks.

River View | Celebrity River Staterooms

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Bathroom | Celebrity River View Stateroom

We see the same beautiful bathroom in this River View Stateroom as the Infinite Balcony and Balcony staterooms.

Bathroom In Celebrity River View Stateroom

Floor Plan | Celebrity River View Stateroom

The most affordable room means the most compact room on a Celebrity River Cruise Ship.

In a River View room you have luxurious finishings and everything you need to rest up before your big day exploring a new European city!

Celebrity River View Stateroom Floor Plan

157 sq ft | Celebrity River View Stateroom

How big are Celebrity River View Staterooms? 157 square feet.

WHICH CELEBRITY SHIPS OFFER CELEBRITY River View STATEROOMS?

The following Celebrity River Cruise Ships have River View Stateroom:

How Many River View Staterooms Are There?

On Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker there are 16 River View Staterooms.

All 16 River View Stateroom are located on Deck 1 .

Deck 1 River View Stateroom Numbers:

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CELEBRITY RIVER CRUISE CATEGORY RA and RB?

Categories RA and RB on Celebrity both refer to River View Staterooms.

RA River View Staterooms are 101-112
RB River View Staterooms are 113-116

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About River View Staterooms:

Here's how Celebrity describes their River View Staterooms:

"Clean lines, soothing textures, and generous natural light make our River View staterooms feel anything but standard.

Designed with comfort in mind, each space features a plush king-size bed with premium linens, creating a cozy retreat you'll look forward to returning to at the end of the day."

"Spacious bathrooms include thoughtful storage and oversized showers, rare luxuries on the river.

Whether you're stretching out with a book, settling in for a quiet moment, or simply enjoying the calm glow of daylight, this is a room that feels both elevated and effortless."

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Infinite Balcony | Celebrity River Cruise Staterooms

9/11/2025

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Celebrity River Cruise Infinite Balcony

An Infinite Balcony Stateroom on a Celebrity River Cruise Ship, starting with Celebrity Seeker and Celebrity Compass, will offer the ability to invite the outside in, at the touch of a button, without leaving your room as your captain navigates the waters of Europe's Rhine and Danube Rivers.

Infinite Balcony | Celebrity River Staterooms

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Bathroom | Celebrity River Infinite Balcony Stateroom

Upscale finishings in the bathrooms of Infinite Balconies of Celebrity River Ships look to be identical to the bathrooms in the traditional Balcony Staterooms.

Celebrity River Infinite Balcony Bathroom

Floor Plan | Celebrity River Infinite Balcony Stateroom

While Infinite Balcony Staterooms offer that floor-to-ceiling view and the ability to get fresh air without actually stepping outside, they are a bit smaller than the 'regular' Balcony offering and do not have the extra seating area.

Celebrity River Infinite Balcony Floor Plan

173 - 179 Sq Ft | Celebrity River Infinite Balcony

How big are Celebrity River Infinite Balcony Staterooms? 173 - 179 square feet.

WHICH CELEBRITY SHIPS OFFER CELEBRITY INFINITE BALCONY Staterooms?

The following Celebrity River Cruise Ships have Infinite Balcony Staterooms:

How Many Infinite Balcony Staterooms Are TherE?

On Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker there are 31 Infinite Balcony Staterooms.

17 Infinite Balconies are located on Deck 3, while 14 are located on Deck 2 .

Deck 2 Infinite Balcony Stateroom Numbers:

Deck 3 Infinite Balcony Stateroom Numbers:

Infinite Balcony Stateroom are located on Deck 3 and Deck 2 .

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What is the difference between Celebrity River Cruise Category FA And FB?

Categories FA and FB on Celebrity both refer to Infinite Balcony Staterooms. The difference is location.

FA refers to Infinite Balcony Staterooms on deck 3
FB refers to Infinite Balcony Staterooms on deck 2

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About Infinite Balcony Staterooms:

Here is how Celebrity Describes their Infinite Balcony Staterooms:

"With wall-to-wall windows that lower at the touch of a button, our Infinite Balcony staterooms invite the outside in, so you can enjoy fresh air and new views without ever leaving your room.

Inside, a king-size bed, spa-style bath, and mood lighting turn the river into your floating sanctuary."

"Sensory details like ambient soundscapes and scents surround you.

Thoughtful storage makes the most of every inch, with a space for everything, so you can settle in your way.

Whether you're lounging with a glass of wine, catching up on your personalized in-room entertainment, or simply watching the light move across the water, this space is designed to support whatever rhythm you chose."

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Balcony | Celebrity River Cruise Staterooms

9/11/2025

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Celebrity River Cruise Balcony

A Balcony Stateroom on a Celebrity River Cruise Ships, starting with Celebrity Seeker and Celebrity Compass, is a traditional choice, offering a balcony with seating for two so you can enjoy coffee or a cocktail and take in breathtaking views along Europe's Rhine and Danube Rivers.

Balcony Stateroom | Celebrity River Staterooms

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Bathroom | Celebrity River Balcony Staterooms

Every Balcony Staterooms on a Celebrity River Cruise has a refined bathroom with walk-in shower.

Balcony Stateroom Bathroom on Celebrity River Ships

Floor Plan | Celebrity River Balcony Staterooms

Stretch out in your king sized bed, curl up with a book on the chaise lounge, or step outside and feel that Old World breeze on your face!

Balcony Stateroom Floor Plan Celebrity Compass and Seeker

211-225 Sq Ft | Celebrity River Balcony Staterooms

How big are Celebrity River Balcony Staterooms? 211 - 225 square feet.

WHICH CELEBRITY SHIPS OFFER Celebrity River Balcony Staterooms?

The following Celebrity River Cruise Ships have Balcony Staterooms:

How Many Celebrity River Balcony Staterooms Are There?

On Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker there are 27 Balcony Staterooms.

11 balconies are located on Deck 3 and 16 on Deck 2 .

Deck 2 Stateroom Numbers:

Deck 3 Stateroom Numbers:

Balcony Staterooms are located on Deck 3 and Deck 2 .

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CELEBRITY RIVER CRUISE CATEGORY BA and BB?

Categories BA and BB on Celebrity both refer to Balcony Staterooms. The difference is location.

BA refers to Balcony Staterooms on deck 3
BB refers to Balcony Staterooms on deck 2

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About Balcony Staterooms:

Here's how Celebrity describes their Balcony Staterooms:

"With a private veranda and seating for two our Balcony staterooms give you front-row access to Europe's most iconic riverscapes.

Step outside to sip a morning espresso or unwind after a day ashore, all from the privacy of your own space as it evolves with your journey."

"Inside, a king-size bed, rich materials, and streamlined furnishings create a sense of calm and openness, while thoughtful extras, from a complimentary minibar to in-room filtered water, bring luxury to life.

It's a room that invites you to stretch out, breathe deeply, and take in the view at your own pace. "

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Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite | Celebrity River Cruise Staterooms

9/11/2025

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Celebrity Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite

A Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite on a Celebrity River Cruise Ships, starting with Celebrity Seeker and Celebrity Compass, is truly unique with a ceiling window allowing you to stargaze from bed as you sail down Europe's Rhine and Danube Rivers.

Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite | Celebrity River Staterooms

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Bathroom | Celebrity Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite

Say goodbye to tiny capsule showers and say hello to this luxurious walk in shower in the Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites.

Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite Bathroom

Floor Plan | Celebrity Skylight Infinite Balcony SUite

The orientation of the Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite is different than the Vista Balcony Suite.

In the Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite, your bed is oriented to face the floor-to-ceiling glass that make it an Infinite Balcony.

Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite Floor Plan

233 Sq Ft | Celebrity Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite

How big are Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites? 233 square feet.

Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite are slightly smaller in square footage than a Vista Balcony Suite.

WHICH CELEBRITY SHIPS OFFER Celebrity Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites?

The following Celebrity River Cruise Ships have Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites:

How Many Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites Are There?

On Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker there are 4 Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites.

Deck 3 Stateroom Numbers:

317
318
319
320

All Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite are located on Deck 3. Remember, these are the staterooms with that amazing ceiling window for star gazing! *heart eyes*

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About Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites:

Here's how Celebrity describes their Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites:

"This one-of-a-kind suite is designed to bring the river and the sky closer than ever.

At the heart of the Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite is a ceiling window that opens to the stars or closes for privacy, letting you choose how much light and view to invite in."

"Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the riverbank just outside, while inside, you'll find space to sleep, lounge, and dine in comfort.

A king-size bed with plush linens, spa-inspired bathroom, butler service, and personalized minibar make this suite more than a place to stay, it becomes part of your journey."

Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite

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Lobster Bisque - $10

Baby Arugula Salad - $8

Frisée Lardon Salad - $8

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