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American Constellation: ship guide
A 170-guest coastal ship for Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands and Southeast Alaska.
Best for: Travelers who want a small, all-inclusive American ship with big balcony staterooms and elevators for Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands and a summer in Southeast Alaska. Sails from Tacoma, WA, Juneau, AK, Ketchikan, AK, Fairbanks, AK in 2026 and 2027.
About American Constellation
American Constellation is a 170-guest Constellation Class coastal ship built in 2017 and designed for the inland waterways of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, where it reaches ports larger ships cannot access. A traditional bow for coastal travel, elevators to every passenger deck, a Main Deck restaurant with 270-degree views, the Sky Lounge for the daily cocktail hour, the Cascade Lounge for evening music, a reading lounge and The Study, a fitness center and a sun deck with a putting green make it the most complete of the line’s Northwest ships.
American Cruise Lines calls these the largest staterooms in the industry, and on this ship that means Deluxe Waterview rooms of 275 square feet, Deluxe and Premium Balcony rooms of 300 square feet with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, Veranda Suites of 375 square feet, Sky Suites of 355 square feet on deck 5, and Single Balcony rooms of 250 square feet for solo travelers. Every room has a full-size bathroom and spacious closets.
In 2026 and 2027 American Constellation splits its year between Puget Sound and Alaska. It sails the eight-night Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise round trip from Tacoma in spring and fall, repositions north on the 15-night Alaska Inside Passage Cruise in late May 2027, then runs Southeast Alaska round trips from Juneau all summer along with Alaskan Explorer cruises between Juneau and Ketchikan and Alaska National Parks packages from Fairbanks before returning to Tacoma in September.
- 170 guests on a coastal ship built for the inside waters of Washington and Alaska
- Balcony staterooms of 300 square feet and Veranda Suites of 375 square feet
- Sky Suites on deck 5 with floor-to-ceiling glass and panoramic views
- Daily cocktail hour in the Sky Lounge and live music nightly in the Cascade Lounge
- Sun deck with a putting green plus a shaded lounge area
- Main Deck restaurant with 270-degree views and open seating
- Elevator access to all passenger decks and a fitness center on deck 5
- Puget Sound round trips from Tacoma and Southeast Alaska round trips from Juneau
Staterooms and suites
Sky Suite
355 square feet on deck 5 with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in both the sitting area and the bedroom, lounge chairs, a desk, stocked refrigerator, a large shower and a private balcony with deck furniture.
Veranda Suite
375 square feet on decks 3 and 4 with a seating area with table and chairs, stocked refrigerator, king bed, a large shower and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
Premium Balcony
300 square feet on the sought-after decks 4 and 5 with full-size furniture, a large shower and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
Deluxe Balcony
300 square feet on deck 3 (Deluxe Balcony 1) and deck 2 (Deluxe Balcony 2) with an open layout, full-size furniture and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
Deluxe Waterview
275 square feet on the Main and second decks with a big picture window, full-size furniture including a desk and chair and a large shower, the entry grade.
Single staterooms
Single Balcony rooms of 250 square feet on decks 2, 3 and 4 with a sitting area and private balcony, and a 230-square-foot Single Waterview on deck 2, both sold for solo travelers.
American Constellation deck plans
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Deck 6
Sun Deck, Putting Green.
- SundeckTake a deep breath of fresh air and immerse yourself in the breathtaking 360-degree view of the passing scenery from this ideal setting
- Putting GreenPractice at the putting green, or simply bask in the serenity of your surroundings.
Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.
On board American Constellation
Dining on American Constellation
RestaurantIncluded
Glass-enclosed Main Deck dining room with 270-degree views, open seating and menus of American specialties from locally sourced ingredients, with Northwest salmon, Dungeness crab and Alaska halibut in season.
Cocktail hourIncluded
A complimentary daily cocktail hour with full bar, top-shelf spirits and hors d’oeuvres is hosted in the Sky Lounge every evening before dinner.
Lounges and The StudyIncluded
Coffee, soft drinks and snacks are available around the clock in the lounges and The Study on deck 3.
Drinks policyIncluded
All meals, snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the fare, with wine and beer poured at lunch and dinner.
Entertainment and activities
- Live music by local performers in the Cascade Lounge every evening
- Onboard expert giving daily talks on glaciers, whales, Tlingit culture and the San Juan Islands
- Sun deck with putting green and shaded seating for Glacier Bay, Endicott Arm and the Olympic Mountains
- Sky Lounge aft with wraparound windows for the daily cocktail hour
- Reading lounge and The Study for books, puzzles and card games
- At least one complimentary featured excursion in every port, with premium and signature tours available
- Fitness center on deck 5 with cardio equipment and free weights
- Complimentary pre-cruise hotel night in the embarkation city with transfer to the ship
Families and who it suits
American Cruise Lines has no children’s program or kids’ facilities and does not publish a minimum age; the ship, its lectures and its included excursions are designed for adult travelers, so ask SmartCruiser before booking a child.
Best for: Travelers who want a small, all-inclusive American ship with big balcony staterooms and elevators for Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands and a summer in Southeast Alaska.
Sails from: Tacoma, WA, Juneau, AK, Ketchikan, AK, Fairbanks, AK · Regions: Puget Sound, San Juan Islands, Alaska Inside Passage, Southeast Alaska
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Facts checked against American Cruise Lines: American Constellation, American Cruise Lines: dates and fares for American Constellation, American Cruise Lines: Southeast Alaska Cruise, American Cruise Lines: Puget Sound and San Juan Islands Cruise on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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