September 6, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$1,839
Price / day
$263
Celebrity Solstice|Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Eclipse
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Eclipse
Built in 2010
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
$94 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Eclipse
42.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Eclipse: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Eclipse is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 2 years newer than Celebrity Solstice, which entered service in 2008. Celebrity Solstice also carries 2 more passengers. Celebrity Solstice has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Celebrity Eclipse has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Celebrity Solstice | Celebrity Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,852 | 2,850 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.7 GT | 42.8 GT |
| Length | 317.2 m | 317.14 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Eclipse
Age
Celebrity Eclipse was built in 2010, making it 2 years newer than Celebrity Solstice, which was built in 2008.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Solstice carries up to 2,852 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Eclipse, a difference of 2 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Eclipse offers more space per passenger: 42.8 GT per guest, compared with 42.7 aboard Celebrity Solstice. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Solstice (Alaska) and Celebrity Eclipse (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Solstice
Alaska Hubbard Glacier
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Inside Passage
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Hubbard Glacier
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Juneau
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Inside Passage
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Vancouver
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Celebrity Eclipse
Italy, France & Greece
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Nice
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Naples
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Olympia
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026Ephesus
- Day 11 · Sep 17, 2026Santorini
- Day 12 · Sep 18, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Solstice
September 13, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,396
Price / day
$342
Celebrity Eclipse
September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,924
Price / day
$266
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,523
Price / day
$152
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Solstice
Average
$303 / day
VS
Celebrity Eclipse
Average
$209 / day
Celebrity Eclipse has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$209/day vs $303/day
About $94 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Celebrity Solstice if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Eclipse.
Choose Celebrity Eclipse if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Piraeus works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Eclipse: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Eclipse
Built in 2010
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
About $94 less per day
- Celebrity Eclipse is 2 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Solstice carries 2 more passengers.
- Celebrity Eclipse offers more space per passenger (42.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Eclipse is newer. It was built in 2010, while Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008, making Celebrity Eclipse 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Solstice has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,852, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Eclipse.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Eclipse has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.8 GT per passenger, versus 42.7 for Celebrity Solstice. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Eclipse?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 per day versus $303 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Solstice sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Solstice sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
Where does Celebrity Eclipse sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Eclipse sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Piraeus.
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