Launched in late 2019, Sky Princess was the fourth ship in Princess Cruises’ Royal-class fleet. It introduced several new features to the line at the time and has since become a well-established favourite among cruisers looking for modern comfort, polished service, and thoughtful technology.

We cruised on Sky Princess shortly after her launch and had a great opportunity to explore everything the ship had to offer—from the first iterations of OceanMedallion tech to upgraded entertainment and dining.

Features & Upgrades

Sky Princess introduced a handful of new venues to the Royal-class lineup, some of which are now standard across newer ships in the fleet.

A standout feature is the infinity-style Wake View Pool located at the aft. At the time, it was a welcome redesign and remains a fantastic space for soaking in panoramic views.

Take Five, a chic jazz lounge, also debuted on Sky Princess—offering live music, curated cocktails, and a more refined nightlife option than what you’d find in many other mid-range cruise lines.

We were also keen to try the Escape Room experience, although it wasn’t quite ready during our sailing. This has since become a regular feature on newer Princess ships.

Princess Live!, the ship’s multi-purpose lounge, received a major design overhaul. Previously a walled-in venue, it was opened up on Sky Princess, giving the space a much more inviting and communal feel. It’s the go-to hub for gameshows, live music, art auctions, and late-night karaoke—which really comes alive once the cocktails start flowing!

The New Wake Pool - Photo: Cruise with Ben & David

Sky Princess was the first Royal-class ship to launch with OceanMedallion fully integrated. Back in 2020, it was a big leap forward in cruise tech, and we were impressed—even if there were a few glitches early on.

The OceanMedallion experience included:

Faster boarding with pre-arrival check-in
Contactless cabin access
Food and drink ordering from your phone
Onboard navigation and location tracking
Voyage information and personalisation features

Since then, the system has improved and been rolled out fleetwide—but this was our first taste, and it left a strong impression.

Accommodation

Sky Princess continued the Royal-class focus on balcony staterooms, with over 80% of cabins featuring balconies. We stayed in a standard balcony cabin and found it bright, practical, and well-furnished.

A particular highlight was the Princess Luxury Bed, which truly lives up to the hype. It’s incredibly comfortable—like sleeping on a marshmallow cloud.

Sky Princess also debuted two new cabin categories:

Premium Oceanview cabins, located at the front of the ship with floor-to-ceiling windows
Sky Suites, boasting the largest balconies at sea

We had the chance to tour a Sky Suite and were impressed by the layout and finish. However, we felt it missed a trick—a private hot tub would have made the huge balcony feel even more special.

Find out more about the cabins on Sky Princess.

Our Standard Balcony Cabin. Over 80% of all cabins onboard Sky Princess have a balcony. Photo: Cruise with Ben & David

Dining

Sky Princess elevated Princess Cruises’ dining with partnerships with chefs Emmanuel Renaut and Angelo Auriana, which brought fresh energy to the ship’s speciality restaurants.

There’s also a solid lineup of included venues:

The Main Dining Room, with elegant multi-course menus
The World Fresh Marketplace buffet, which offered impressive variety
International Café, perfect for light bites and coffee at all hours

Overall, we found the dining consistently strong—both in quality and variety.

Discover more with our guide to dining on Sky Princess.

chefs-table-sky-princess — Chefs Table on Sky Princess - Photo: Cruise with Ben & David

Entertainment

Entertainment on Sky Princess felt thoughtfully curated rather than over-the-top. At launch, the ship debuted two original production shows:

5-Skies
Rock Opera

We attended the world premiere of Rock Opera, and it was a standout. The stage design, choreography, and vocals were top-tier and easily on par with land-based theatre.

Classic favourites like Movies Under the Stars and The Voice of the Ocean were also onboard. Guests staying in a Sky Suite had the added perk of choosing the nightly film screened from their own balcony—an excellent touch for private movie nights.

Sky Princess doesn’t feature waterslides or ropes courses, but it makes up for that with more refined entertainment, serene pool areas, and adult-friendly spaces that suit the ship’s overall style.

Families are still well accommodated with a trio of Discovery at SEA kids’ clubs, which blend education and play for all age groups.

Fellow Passengers

Sky Princess tends to attract a slightly older crowd, particularly couples and seasoned cruisers, but you’ll also find a good number of families, especially during school breaks.

The majority of guests are North American, though there’s also a consistent presence of British, Australian, and New Zealand cruisers, giving the ship an international atmosphere without losing its calm, classic vibe.

Sky Princess marked a turning point for Princess Cruises when it launched, and several years on, it still holds up as a modern, comfortable, and well-balanced cruise experience.

Conclusion

We loved the bright, spacious cabins, the outstanding dining, and the smart use of technology. Features like the infinity pool and Take Five jazz lounge continue to set the tone for newer ships in the fleet.

While it’s no longer the newest ship, Sky Princess remains a strong choice for those looking for a relaxing yet elevated cruise experience, without the gimmicks you’ll find on larger mega-ships.

Would we sail on Sky Princess again?

Absolutely. For elegant escapes, great food, and a touch of tech, it’s still one of the best in the fleet.

Review: Sky Princess