Celebrity Solstice Returns to Service After Singapore Drydock

Celebrity Solstice has returned to service following a scheduled drydock renovation. The ship departed Singapore on March 2, after completing a 45-day drydock at Seatrium Shipyard in Tuas.

Celebrity Solstice in Singapore on March 1, 2026, following a 45-day drydock renovation. Photo: Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Solstice in Singapore on March 1, 2026, following a 45-day drydock renovation. Photo: Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises said the ship will operate itineraries in Asia and Australia before repositioning to Alaska for the summer season. It is also scheduled to operate a 110-night Grand Voyage beginning September 13, 2026.

The cruise line first announced in May 2025 that it would invest more than $250 million to renovate its five Solstice-class ships. The company said Celebrity Solstice would be the first vessel to undergo the upgrades.

Celebrity has not yet announced which Solstice-class ship will be next to enter drydock.

New Staterooms and Upgraded Accommodations

The renovation added 54 additional staterooms, bringing the ship’s total to 1,479 cabins. Four new stateroom categories were introduced, including the Panoramic Infinite Veranda Suite and two Panoramic Ocean View Suite categories.

Rendering of the Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View stateroom onboard Celebrity Solstice, added as part of the ship’s renovation completed in March 2026. Rendering: Celebrity Cruises
Rendering of the Deluxe Panoramic Ocean View stateroom onboard Celebrity Solstice, added as part of the ship’s renovation completed in March 2026. Rendering: Celebrity Cruises

All existing staterooms were upgraded as part of the project. AquaClass accommodations now include spa-inspired amenities such as aromatherapy diffusers and massaging shower heads. The Retreat suite complex was redesigned with a new sundeck, oversized hot tub and updated lounge.

Eight New Experiences Debut Onboard

According to Celebrity, the renovation introduces eight new experiences, including four venues new to the brand.

These include two new restaurants, Trattoria Rossa and Fine Cut Steakhouse. Fine Cut Steakhouse brings a concept previously featured on Celebrity’s Edge Series ships to the Solstice Class.

Rendering of the Fine Cut Steakhouse dining room onboard Celebrity Solstice, introduced during the ship’s March 2026 renovation. Rendering: Celebrity Cruises
Rendering of the Fine Cut Steakhouse dining room onboard Celebrity Solstice, introduced during the ship’s March 2026 renovation. Rendering: Celebrity Cruises

Sunset Park is described by the cruise line as a half-acre outdoor space on the top deck featuring lawn games, live music, private cabanas and an expanded Sunset Bar.

And. new entertainment venues include Boulevard Lounge and The Parlor, along with two new theater productions.

Celebrity Solstice illuminated in Singapore on March 1, 2026, after emerging from a 45-day drydock. Photo: Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Solstice illuminated in Singapore on March 1, 2026, after emerging from a 45-day drydock. Photo: Celebrity Cruises

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