Royal Caribbean's newest ships have some of the most opulent suites at sea.
Wallet-friendly cruisers will appreciate the affordable, albeit windowless, inside cabins. However, those with a larger vacation budget will appreciate splurging on a stateroom within Star of the Seas' Royal Suite Class.
From the somewhat-justifiable Sky Junior Suites to the multi-deck Ultimate Family Townhouse, guests staying within the Royal Suite Class will be treated to an elevated cruise experience, complete with access to a suite-only sun deck and dining room, upgraded bathrooms, spacious accommodations, and more.
Beci Mahnken, the founder and CEO of MEI-Travel, shared photos of the Owner's Suite on Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's newest Icon Class ship. Mahnken has over 25 years of experience and specializes in Disney vacations, Universal trips, and the major cruise lines.
"Love the color palette of this one-bedroom onboard Star of the Seas—calming, polished, and effortlessly relaxing. It’s the kind of space that makes it easy to unwind… or convince yourself a nap is absolutely necessary before dinner," she said on Facebook.
Onboard Star of the Seas, there are eight Owner's Suites — all located within the Suite Neighborhood on Decks 16 and 17. Mahnken stayed in cabin #17012, which is one deck below the Grove suite-only sun deck.
Like the other Sky Class suites, the Owner's Suite aboard Star of the Seas isn't the cheapest cabin on board. According to Royal Caribbean's website, an ocean-view balcony aboard Star's June 27, 2027, sailing starts at $2,592 per person. Comparatively, Owner's Suite comes in at around $14,908 per passenger, or $29,814 for a 7-night cruise for two people.
Here's a photo tour of an Owner's Suite on Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's newest Icon Class ship, sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida, to the Eastern and Western Caribbean.
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Indoor and outdoor living areas
With over 650 square feet of interior living space, the Owner's Suite on Star of the Seas isn't your standard cruise cabin. Rather, the spacious suite offers plenty of room to entertain and relax.
In addition to a comfy sectional, the living area has a small dining table, making it easy to enjoy meals in your suite. For example, if the weather is inclement, you can opt for room service breakfast inside and not have to worry about cramming around the small coffee table.
Moving on, the traditional living space also serves as an extra sleeping area, with the sectional converting into a double sofa bed when needed. Along with the Royal King (which can be split into two twin-sized beds), the Owner's Suite can sleep up to four guests.
The 190-square-foot balcony isn't as jaw-dropping as the verandahs found in some of the larger Star Class suites — think the Royal Loft Suite or the Ultimate Family Townhouse.
Still, the plush seating and al fresco dining table ensure that the private retreat is versatile. Whether you want to catch up on your to-be-read (TBR) list or host an evening cocktail hour, the balcony's space is easily adaptable.
Owner's Suite bedroom
The Owner's Suite aboard Star of the Seas has a separate bedroom, giving the primary passengers more privacy. The sleeping area is thoughtfully designed, too, with the bed positioned toward the floor-to-ceiling windows so guests can enjoy uninterrupted ocean views.
Storage space is also plentiful in the room. There's a large closet, built-in drawers, hooks, and more, which allows passengers to unpack and keep everything organized during their vacation.
Star of the Seas' Owner's Suite has an upgraded vanity area, too. Tucked just off the closet area, the vanity features a well-lit mirror, generous counter space, and multiple outlet sockets.
Perhaps one of the most impressive spaces in the suite is the expansive bathroom, which forgoes the traditional capsule showers and cramped counters.
Instead, the bathroom has a nice soaking tub, a separate shower, and a massive vanity with dual sinks. The blue tile immediately catches your eye and adds a vibrant pop of color that blends with the stateroom's color palette.
Read more: Royal Caribbean suites guide & review
Royal Caribbean Owner's Suite perks
Royal Caribbean's Royal Suite Class is comprised of three different tiers: Sea, Sky, and Star. The Owner's Suite falls within the Sky Class tier. While it does not include some of the perks reserved for Star Class guests, it comes with a slew of benefits that definitely enhance the overall onboard experience.
Perks for the Sky Class Owner's Suite on Star of the Seas include:
- Concierge Service
- All-Day Access to Coastal Kitchen*
- Specialty Bottled Water (upon arrival)
- VOOM, The Fastest Internet at Sea
- Flexible Arrival Boarding & Priority Departure
- Priority Dining Reservations
- Reserved seating section in select entertainment venues (reservations required)
- Suite Lounge Access
- Access to The Grove Suite Sun Deck:
- Royal Caribbean Plush Bathrobes for use onboard
- Luxury Pillow Top Mattress and Linen
- Luxury Bathroom Amenities
- Lavazza Espresso Coffee Machine
