Since Royal Caribbean debuted Icon of the Seas in January of this year, comparisons between the Icon Class ships and Oasis Class ships have not stopped. Oasis Class has been around for over a decade with the introduction of Oasis of the Seas in 2008, and has become a fan favorite Royal Caribbean class. So when what seemed like an even bigger version of Oasis ships arrived in 2024 with Icon of the Seas, it was only natural for Royal fans to compare the two classes.
At a quick glance both ships have Central Park, an expansive pool deck, adult only areas, the AquaTheater, and similar restaurants...but upon closer inspection, there are a world of differences between Icon Class and Oasis Class. Let's take a look at some of the key differences and similarities between the neighborhoods on both the Oasis and Icon Class ships:
Neighborhoods
All the ships are divided into themed sections featuring an array of unique venues that include activities, entertainment, and of course dining. While there is some crossover between Oasis Class and Icon, you will see many differences between the neighborhoods onboard these ships.
Oasis & Icon Shared Neighborhoods
These onboard spaces are featured on both the Oasis, and the Icon Class ships:
CENTRAL PARK | An open air, park themed neighborhood with live plants, dining, and shopping.
ROYAL PROMENADE | 2 stories of dining, entertainment, shopping, lounges and bars.
Oasis Specific Neighborhoods
These distinct neighborhoods are found only on the Oasis ships:
BOARDWALK | Fun zone with carousel, candy shop, casual dining, and AquaTheater at the back.
POOL & SPORTS ZONE | Outdoor pools, FlowRider surf simulator, water slides, sports court, and casual dining and bars.
VITALITY SPA & FITNESS CENTER | World class fitness center and spa with a variety of treatments as well as a complimentary cafe with light spa fare.
ENTERTAINMENT PLACE | Royal theater is located here, along with the ice rink, comedy club, and casino.
YOUTH ZONE | Kids club and teen spaces are located here, including kids science lab, theater, teen lounge space, and more.
Icon Specific Neighborhoods
These neighborhoods are found exclusively on Icon Class ships:
SURFSIDE FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD | Fun zone with carousel, candy shop, casual dining, splash pad, and wading pool.
THRILL ISLAND | This adventure zone offers the Category 6 water park, activities such as Crown's Edge and rock climbing, Flowrider surf simulator, casual dining, and mini golf.
CHILL ISLAND | A multi-level relaxation zone with outdoor pools, multiple bars, hot tubs, casual dining, sprinkles soft serve, and plenty of sundeck space.
THE HIDEAWAY | The adult's-only section of the ship, featuring a suspended infinity pool, hot tubs, sundeck loungers, and a bar.
AQUADOME | A dynamic neighborhood featuring the Aqua Theater, an observation lounge, coffee & cocktail bar, specialty dining, and a complimentary food hall.
Booking Your Cruise
Now that you are ready to experience both the Icon Class, and the Oasis Class for yourself, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the spaces inside and out, and have an amazing relationship with Royal Caribbean. Our advisors will help craft the cruise vacation of a lifetime for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.
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