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Royal Caribbean International

Harmony of the Seas

The third Oasis-class ship, refreshed in a 2026 dry dock and based at Port Canaveral for Bahamas and Caribbean sailings.

In service since
2016
Ship class
Oasis class
Gross tonnage
226,963
Guests (double occupancy)
5,479
Guests (maximum)
6,780
Crew
2,300
Decks
18
Length
1,188 ft
Last major refurbishment
2026

Space ratio: about 41.4 gross tons per guest. Roughly 2.4 guests per crew member. Calculated from the published figures above at double occupancy; higher numbers of tons per guest usually mean a less crowded feel.

Harmony of the Seas entered service in May 2016 and was the largest cruise ship in the world at the time. She measures 226,963 gross tons and carries 5,479 guests at double occupancy (6,780 maximum) with about 2,300 crew, using the same neighborhood layout as her Oasis-class sisters.

A six-week refurbishment at Navantia in Cádiz starting in April 2026 added The Lime & Coconut bar, El Loco Fresh, Samba Grill Brazilian Steakhouse, new Panoramic and Ultimate Family Suites, and a bigger casino. Royal Caribbean lists her sailing from Port Canaveral, including short Perfect Day getaways.

Highlights

2026 upgrades

New bars, a Brazilian steakhouse, Mexican fast-casual dining and new suites arrived in the 2026 refurbishment.

Largest casino in the fleet

Royal Caribbean describes Harmony's expanded casino as its biggest, with 37 table games.

The Perfect Storm

Waterslides on the top deck plus the Ultimate Abyss dry slide.

Laser tag

An all-new laser tag battle was added in the refit.

Best for

  • Orlando-area travelers
  • Casino fans
  • Families who want Oasis-class activities with fresh venues

Good to know before you book

  • Harmony has 18 decks in total and 16 guest decks.
  • New 2026 venues such as Samba Grill are extra-cost specialty restaurants; the main dining room and buffet remain included.
  • Port Canaveral is roughly an hour by road from Orlando International Airport.

Where Harmony of the Seas sails

Deployments change by season and year. Recent and announced itineraries include:

Regions: Bahamas, Caribbean

Home ports: Port Canaveral

Harmony of the Seas questions

When was Harmony of the Seas refurbished?

Harmony had a six-week refurbishment at Navantia in Cádiz, Spain, starting in April 2026.

What did the 2026 refurbishment add?

It added The Lime & Coconut bar, El Loco Fresh, Samba Grill Brazilian Steakhouse, Panoramic and Ultimate Family Suites, and an expanded casino.

Where does Harmony of the Seas sail from?

Harmony of the Seas sails from Port Canaveral, Florida.

Sources and fact-checking (last checked October 14, 2026)

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