Independence of the Seas
Independence of the Seas joins the ranks of Royal Caribbean’s fleet as the third Freedom-class ship offering innovative amenities and a huge selection of entertainment and dining venues. Features such as an interactive water park with FlowRider surf simulator, cantilevered whirlpools that extend 12 feet beyond sides of ship and a full-size Everlast boxing ring are just a few of the exciting additions in store for guests. Stroll down the Royal Promenade for shopping, themed bars and lounges and restaurants. Engage in a little friendly competition on the nine-hole miniature golf course, scale the rock-climbing wall or spend a few pampering hours in the day spa. Along with the main dining room, the ship’s eateries include specialty restaurants such as Sorrento’s Pizzeria, Johnny Rockets ’50s-style diner, Giovanni’s Table and Chops Grille, plus Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. A variety of themed bars and lounges — Boleros Latin club, Schooner Bar, Vintages wine bar and the elegant Champagne Bar, just to name a few — provide hours of entertainment, or you can tempt lady luck in the dazzling casino or watch a spectacular musical stage production in the five-story Alhambra Theatre. Every cabin contains a flat-screen TV, sofa and private bath, and Wi-Fi capability is available throughout the ship.
| Ship Statistics | |
| Year Built | 2008 |
| Refurbished | 2013 |
| Tonnage | 160,000 tons |
| Registry | Bahamas |
| Length | 1,112 feet |
| Beam | 185 feet |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,375 |
| Crew Size | 1,360 |
| Total Inside Cabins | 733 |
| Total Outside Cabins | 1,084 |
| Cabins & Suites w/ verandas | 844 |
| Suites | 120 |
| Maximum Occupancy per room | 8 |
| Age Restrictions | One person must be 21 or older |
| Dinner Seatings | 2 |
| Seating Assignments in Main Dining Room |
Assigned |
| Dining Hours | 6:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. |
| Dining Room Dress Code | Dining |
| Tipping Recommended? | Yes |
| Tipping Guidelines | Royal Caribbean will automatically add $12.95 per day, per guest ($15.95 per day, per guest for suite guests) to your onboard account. 15% tip included on beverage orders. |
| Onboard Currency | US Dollar |
| Services & Amenities | |
| Bars/Lounges | 12 |
| Beauty Salon/Barber Shop | Yes |
| Casino | Yes |
| Chapel | Yes |
| Disco/Dancing | Yes |
| Elevators | Yes |
| Hot Tub | 5 |
| Cell Phone Service | Yes |
| Internet Center | Yes |
| Wireless Internet Access | Yes |
| Note: Available in certain areas | |
| Laundry/Dry Cleaning | Yes |
| Library | Yes |
| Movie Theatre | Yes |
| Outdoor Movie Screen | Yes |
| Onboard Weddings | Yes |
| Self Serve Laundromats | No |
| Shops | Yes |
| Showroom | Yes |
| Spa | Yes |
| Video Arcade | Yes |
| Fitness & Sports Facilities | |
| Basketball Court | Yes |
| Fitness Center | Yes |
| Golf Driving Net | No |
| Golf Simulator | Yes |
| Ice Skating Rink | Yes |
| Jogging Track | Yes |
| Mini-Golf Course | Yes |
| Rock Climbing Wall | Yes |
| Swimming Pool | 3 |
| Tennis Court | No |
| Water Slide | No |
| Water Sports Platform | No |
| Cabin Features & Amenities | |
| 24-Hour Room Service | Yes |
| Hair Dryer | Yes |
| Safe | Yes |
| Telephone | Yes |
| Television | Yes |
| Kids Facilities | |
| Babysitting | Yes |
| Children’s Playroom | Yes |
| Kiddie Pool | Yes |
| Supervised Youth Program | Yes |
| Teen Center | Yes |
| Special Needs & Requests | |
| Adjoining Cabins (private connecting doors) |
Yes |
| Kosher Meals | Yes |
| Single Occupancy Cabins | No |
| Single Share Program | No |
| Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins | 31 |
