Norwegian Cruise Line · Prima Class

Norwegian Prima: ship guide

First of the Prima Class: Ocean Boulevard, a three-level speedway and a sea-view Haven.

Best for: Couples and families who want Norwegian’s newest design, more space per guest and strong specialty dining, with Caribbean sailings from Florida and San Juan or Iceland and Norway in summer 2027. Sails from Port Canaveral (Orlando), San Juan, Southampton, Reykjavik in 2026 and 2027.

Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Prima
143,535gross tons
3,195guests at double occupancy
1,506crew
16decks
2022entered service
965 ftlong

About Norwegian Prima

Norwegian Prima launched the Prima Class in summer 2022 and reset what a Norwegian Cruise Line ship feels like. At 143,535 gross tons with 3,195 guests at double occupancy, it is smaller than the Breakaway Plus ships but gives each guest more space and more crew. The signature is Ocean Boulevard, a 44,000 square foot promenade that wraps the whole of deck 8 with Infinity Beach, glass-floored Oceanwalk bridges, La Terraza and the Indulge Outdoor Lounge.

Up top, the Prima Speedway is a three-level go-kart track, The Rush and The Drop are racing and free-fall dry slides, and the Galaxy Pavilion is a virtual reality arcade. Dining is a strength: Hudson’s has 270-degree views over the stern, the Indulge Food Hall serves 11 counters at no extra charge, and Onda by Scarpetta, Palomar, Nama and Hasuki are among eight specialty restaurants. The Haven sits aft across eight decks with its own infinity pool, restaurant and lounge, all with sea views.

For 2026 Norwegian Prima is sailing weeklong Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, then moves to San Juan for Southern Caribbean sailings in winter 2026 to 2027. In summer 2027 it returns to Northern Europe with open-jaw voyages between Southampton and Reykjavik covering Iceland and Norway, closes the season with Baltic sailings from Helsinki, and is back in San Juan from November 2027. It suits couples and families who want a newer, roomier ship with upscale design.

  • Ocean Boulevard, a 360-degree outdoor promenade on deck 8 with Infinity Beach and Oceanwalk glass bridges
  • Prima Speedway, a three-level go-kart racetrack at sea
  • The Rush dueling dry slides and The Drop free-fall slide
  • Indulge Food Hall with 11 complimentary food counters
  • Galaxy Pavilion virtual reality arcade
  • The Haven across eight decks with sea views, private elevators and a 195 square meter three-bedroom suite
  • Mandara Spa thermal suite with saunas, pools and a two-level waterfall
  • Syd Norman’s Pour House rock bar and The Improv at Sea comedy club

Staterooms and suites

Studio

Solo staterooms for one guest with no single supplement, a full bed, private bathroom and keycard access to the shared Studio Lounge; ideal for solo travelers.

Inside

Norwegian calls these its largest-ever inside staterooms; family inside layouts sleep up to four, and all are a budget-minded choice for guests who plan to spend the day on Ocean Boulevard.

Oceanview

Picture-window staterooms sleeping up to four, including family layouts, for natural light without a balcony.

Balcony and Club Balcony Suite

Balcony staterooms with full-height glass doors, plus Club Balcony Suites that add more living space, a larger bathroom and forward-facing corner options; a good fit for couples and families who want outdoor space.

Suites

Non-Haven suites including family suites and aft-facing penthouses with large balconies that sleep up to four.

The Haven by Norwegian

107 keycard-access suites across eight decks at the aft of the ship, from Penthouses with balconies to Owner’s Suites and the three-bedroom Premier Owner’s Suite of about 195 square meters; all include 24-hour butler and concierge service, private elevators, The Haven Restaurant, lounge and a sundeck with infinity pool.

Norwegian Prima deck plans

Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.

Deck 20 plan

Deck 20

The Wave, Prima Speedway, Prima Speedway Viewing Area.

  • Prima SpeedwayReady to race the sea breeze like never before? The Prima Speedway is longer, larger, and zoomier than ever. Be the first to speed across the horizon on the first three-level race track at sea.
    Cost: $

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 Norwegian Prima

Whiskey Bar
Whiskey Bar
Wheel of Fortune
Wheel of Fortune
Waves Pool Bar
Waves Pool Bar
VIP Experiences
VIP Experiences
Video Arcade
Video Arcade
Vibe Beach Club
Vibe Beach Club
Timeless Luxury
Timeless Luxury
The Welcome Aboard Show
The Welcome Aboard Show
The Wave
The Wave
The Stadium
The Stadium
The Rush Slide
The Rush Slide
The Price is Right
The Price is Right

Dining on Norwegian Prima

Hudson’sIncluded

Main dining room on deck 7 with floor-to-ceiling windows and 270-degree views over the wake.

The Commodore RoomIncluded

Second main dining room on deck 6 with the same rotating menu as Hudson’s.

Indulge Food HallIncluded

Indoor and outdoor food hall on deck 8 with 11 counters from Indian and Latin to noodles, tapas and desserts, ordered from tablets at your table.

Surfside Café & GrillIncluded

Buffet on deck 17 for breakfast, lunch and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating.

The Local Bar & GrillIncluded

24-hour pub-style eatery on Ocean Boulevard for burgers, wings and breakfast.

Cagney’s SteakhouseSpecialty

Norwegian’s signature American steakhouse with Black Angus beef and seafood.

Onda by ScarpettaSpecialty

Modern Italian from the Scarpetta team with the famous spaghetti tomato and basil.

PalomarSpecialty

Mediterranean seafood restaurant with Greek-inspired dishes.

Hasuki and NamaSpecialty

Hasuki is the teppanyaki grill; Nama is the sushi and sashimi bar.

Le Bistro, Los Lobos and Food RepublicSpecialty

French fine dining, premium Mexican and Asian-Latin fusion tapas round out the specialty lineup.

Entertainment and activities

  • Prima Theater & Club with production shows and game shows that converts into a nightclub
  • Syd Norman’s Pour House rock tributes and The Improv at Sea comedy
  • Prima Speedway three-level go-kart track
  • The Rush racing dry slides, The Drop ten-deck free fall and the Tidal Wave waterslide
  • Galaxy Pavilion virtual reality experiences
  • Ocean Boulevard with Infinity Beach, The Concourse sculpture garden and Oceanwalk glass bridges
  • Mandara Spa thermal suite and an adults-only Vibe Beach Club
  • Tee Time mini golf, Casinos at Sea and the Indulge Outdoor Lounge

Families and who it suits

Splash Academy runs complimentary programs by age for kids 3 to 12, Entourage is the teen lounge for 13 to 17, and Guppies activities welcome under-threes with a parent; the Speedway, slides, Galaxy Pavilion and the aqua park give families plenty to do together.

Best for: Couples and families who want Norwegian’s newest design, more space per guest and strong specialty dining, with Caribbean sailings from Florida and San Juan or Iceland and Norway in summer 2027.

Sails from: Port Canaveral (Orlando), San Juan, Southampton, Reykjavik · Regions: Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean, Northern Europe and Iceland, Baltic

Norwegian Prima questions we answer every day

How big is Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian Prima is 143,535 gross tons and 965 feet long, carrying 3,195 guests at double occupancy with a crew of about 1,506 across 16 guest decks. It is smaller than Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus ships by design, giving each guest more space and one of the highest staffing levels in the contemporary cruise category.
What is the Prima Class?
The Prima Class is Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship class, launched with Norwegian Prima in 2022 and followed by Norwegian Viva in 2023. The larger Prima Plus ships Norwegian Aqua, Luna and Aura build on the same design. Signatures are the Ocean Boulevard promenade, a three-level go-kart speedway, the Indulge Food Hall and a Haven complex with sea views from every public room.
Where does Norwegian Prima sail in 2026 and 2027?
In 2026 Norwegian Prima sails weeklong Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, then moves to San Juan for seven-day Southern Caribbean sailings in winter 2026 to 2027. Summer 2027 brings open-jaw voyages between Southampton and Reykjavik to Iceland and Norway, Baltic cruises from Helsinki in September and October, and a return to San Juan from November 2027.
Which staterooms are best on Norwegian Prima?
Balcony staterooms are the sweet spot for most couples and families, and Club Balcony Suites add room and a larger bathroom. Solo cruisers should look at the Studios with the private Studio Lounge. For the top experience, The Haven offers 107 suites aft with private elevators, an infinity pool, restaurant and lounge, up to the three-bedroom Premier Owner’s Suite.
What is included in the fare on Norwegian Prima?
Your fare covers Hudson’s, The Commodore Room, the Indulge Food Hall, Surfside Café & Grill and the 24-hour Local Bar & Grill, plus the theater shows, Speedway sessions in some cases, slides, pools and Splash Academy. Specialty restaurants, drinks and Wi-Fi are extra unless covered by a Free at Sea package. SmartCruiser adds bonus onboard credit on sailings where Norwegian allows it, something you will not get booking direct.
Is Norwegian Prima good for families?
Yes. Kids have Splash Academy and the Entourage teen lounge, the Prima Speedway, The Rush and The Drop slides, the Tidal Wave waterslide, Galaxy Pavilion and an aqua park. Family inside and oceanview staterooms sleep up to four, and the Indulge Food Hall makes it easy to feed picky eaters. Adults get the Vibe Beach Club and the Mandara Spa thermal suite for quiet time.

Facts checked against Norwegian Cruise Line: Norwegian Prima, NCLH press release: Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Norwegian Prima, Norwegian newsroom: winter 2027-28 deployment on October 13, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.

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