Norwegian Sky ship stats

  • Price:

    $$$$
  • Size:

    M
  • Total Passengers:

    2,002
  • Total Crew:

    914
  • Passenger to Crew Ratio:

    2.19
  • Built:

    Jun 1999
  • Refurbished:

    Feb 2019
  • Number of Decks:

    10
  • Total Cabins:

    966
  • Cabin Categories:

    30
  • Gross Tonnage:

    77,104
  • Length:

    853
  • Beam:

    105

Norwegian Sky overview

By Cruiseline.com - Updated Mar. 9, 2020

Despite being one of the smallest vessels in the fleet, Norwegian Sky offers the cruise line’s signature amenities, from the full-service Mandara Spa and Salon to its sports courts and Splash Academy children’s program. The ship boasts two golf driving nets, eight bars and lounges, and five outdoor hot tubs, including one that’s designated for kids. And for those who love to be entertained, Sky offers several high-energy shows, such as Rock You Tonight, the ship’s tribute to rock icons, and Showdown, a mock talent competition a la American Idol where the audience picks the winner.

Revitalized from bow to stern in 2019 through the multimillion-dollar Norwegian Edge program, Norwegian Sky came away from dry dock with several new venues, including a Starbucks-licensed shop, the Pinnacle Lounge, and Sushi Bar, and the vibrant Bliss Ultra Lounge. With updated recreation areas and common spaces, a renovated pool deck, and more seating in the ship’s lounges, Sky promises an improved passenger experience overall.

Norwegian Sky cruises range from 3 to 6 days, with destinations in the Bahamas and Caribbean. All of the ship’s voyages include an all-day stop at Norwegian’s own private island, Great Stirrup Cay, where passengers can snorkel, lounge on white sand beaches, and swim with dolphins. For busy travelers looking for a short weekend getaway, Norwegian Sky offers 3-day cruises to the Bahamas with ports of call in Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay.

Norwegian Sky ship highlights

  • Bliss Ultra Lounge
  • Mandara Spa and Salon
  • Sky Club Casino
  • Net-enclosed volleyball/basketball court
  • Starbucks
  • Sugarcane Mojito Bar
  • Showdown, a talent competition where the audience votes
  • Pulse Fitness Center
  • Internet Café
  • Video Arcade
  • Golf driving nets
  • Rock You Tonight, featuring music from The Who, Queen, and Journey
  • Two large swimming pools and five outdoor hot tubs
  • Splashes kid’s pool
  • Splash Academy for kids 3 to 12
  • Entourage, a club for teens
  • Galleria shops
  • Cagney’s Steakhouse
  • Le Bistro French and Mediterranean cuisine

Before you book

Why sail on Norwegian Sky: As one of Norwegian’s smallest ships, Sky should appeal to travelers who enjoy the intimacy of a smaller vessel and like to form connections with fellow passengers. The ship’s shorter itineraries may also appeal to busy cruisers looking for a tropical weekend getaway.

You should know: Norwegian Sky is one of the cruise line’s smallest ships. Travelers looking for the variety of dining, activity, and entertainment options available on a large ship won’t find them here and may prefer one of the fleet’s mega-ships such as Norwegian Encore or Norweigan Bliss.

Norwegian Sky ratings:

  • Cabin / Stateroom 3.8
  • Children's Programs 3.5
  • Destinations and Excursions 4.0
  • Embarkation and Disembarkation 4.4
  • Entertainment 3.8
  • Food and Dining 3.8
  • Onboard Activities 3.8
  • Service and Staff 4.3
  • Ship Quality 4.0

Norwegian Sky cabins

966 cabins and 30 cabin categories.

Inside Cabin

Inside

3.9
(367 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 140 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $127/night
Oceanview Cabin

Oceanview

3.8
(355 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 149 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $157/night
Balcony Cabin

Balcony

3.9
(294 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 204 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $275/night
Suite Cabin

Suite

4.4
(24 Reviews)
Avg. Size: 592 sq. ft. Avg. Cost: $592/night

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Norwegian Sky dining

Le Bistro

Le Bistro

4.6
(7 Reviews)
Cagney's Steakhouse

Cagney's Steakhouse

4.5
(25 Reviews)
Palace Main Dining Room

Palace Main Dining Room

4.0
(23 Reviews)

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Norwegian Sky onboard activities

Outrigger Lounge

Outrigger Lounge

5.0
(4 Reviews)
Breakers Bar

Breakers Bar

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Captian Cook's Bar

Captian Cook's Bar

4.8
(16 Reviews)
Hot Tubs

Hot Tubs

4.8
(4 Reviews)

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3351 Norwegian Sky Reviews

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Relaxing, smooth, enjoyable by joefielding

Sail date: / Traveled as: Singles/Friends
Ship: Norwegian Sky

Was looking for a quit cruise and is what I got. End of May was very hot and humid. Beaches were outstanding. Food and service on the Sky was Awesome. Shows were Poor. Over All I got what I paid for. Room was very clean.

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Great Cruise/Lousy travel agent by mtdoc63

Sail date: / Traveled as: Couple
Ship: Norwegian Sky

The cruise was great. Food was a bit average. Not a lot of flavor and mostly a bunch of cheap carbs. Long waits at the bars for drinks. My travel agent, Chasitie Ayers, #39008, was at best, careless; at worst, a thief. I was told as a part of my ‘free at sea’ package, I would receive $100 OBC and because I was Silver Latitude and it was our 40th anniversary, she could give me an additional $100, giving us $200 OBC. We even discussed what we could use the $200 for on the ship. When I tried to use the credit while on the ship, I was told I had zero credit. I then reviewed my email from Chasitie and saw that she had entered the $100 credit and then entered the second $100 as a negative number, canceling out the first $100 OBC. I initially thought this was a data entry error and thought it could easily be corrected. I tried multiple ways to reach out to Chasitie or someone at Delta Cruises and received no help and never a reply from Chasitie to explain or correct this error. I used emails, voicemails, and spoke directly to at least 3 agents and they said they could do nothing. I then felt I had been tricked and that Chasitie entered this on purpose or she would have reached out to me. My family loves cruising and usually will take at least 1 cruise each year. Please know that I will not be using Delta Cruises to book any cruise in the future as I feel that your agent was dishonest and the company was not interested in correcting her mistake. In fact, I am considering canceling my Delta American Express card that I have had since 1993 due to this deception.

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Graduation celebration by Smenge

Sail date: / Traveled as: Family (older children)
Ship: Norwegian Sky

Our two daughters are both graduating from college this year so we treated them to this cruise. We weren’t sure how they would like it (there are actually people who don’t like cruises). They had a blast. From the bands, to the food to the sun deck and pool,the casino,the entertainment and the bars. The Mojito bar was a particular hit with the girls. The private island was also a hit with all of us.

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MainelyVoltage

Dec 07, 2015

We found a little gem on Deck 11 in Il Adagio for breakfast. They serve made to order omelets, and waffles. It's quiet and there wasn't much of a line. It was quaint, and not a lot of people went up there to eat. Most people hit the buffet for breakfast.

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