Crystal Cruises has released the first detailed suite renderings for Crystal Grace, its next-generation all-suite, all-veranda cruise ship scheduled for delivery in May 2028 and entry into service with a series of preview voyages leading up to its inaugural sailing on June 11th, 2028. The vessel, designed to accommodate approximately 650 passengers across 337 suites, represents the brand’s first new ocean ship in 25 years and introduces enhanced living spaces that reflect evolving preferences in luxury cruising.
The suite configurations aboard Crystal Grace have been reimagined to provide expanded storage, flexible layouts and, for several categories, wraparound verandas — a feature not previously offered by the cruise line. This all-suite arrangement aims to support extended voyages with accommodations tailored to extended stays at sea. All suites will be attended by butler service and incorporate appointed furnishings, curated linens and design elements intended to balance comfort and longevity of use.
Lower-category accommodations include veranda cabins of around 230 square feet with separate living areas and enhanced storage, while the majority of accommodations are mid-range veranda suites of about 333 square feet featuring private balconies. Larger suite categories extend to Sapphire Suites with separate living and sleeping areas and verandas exceeding 100 square feet, and Penthouse Suites exceeding 1,200 square feet with panoramic indoor-outdoor spaces. Select suites in both upper tiers are planned with wraparound verandas measuring several hundred square feet. Accessible suite options are also integrated into the layout with verandas and fully navigable interiors.
Midship Junior Penthouse categories provide expanded living spaces with separate dining areas and Jacuzzis, while forward and aft penthouse variants offer extended outdoor footprints capable of supporting private gatherings and expansive sea views. Additional suite categories, including an Owner’s Suite, are expected to be unveiled subsequently.
Crystal Grace’s design — led by architectural firm GEM with art direction and interior coordination by Studio Ibsen — emphasises spatial fluidity between interior and exterior environments while maintaining the refined aesthetic for which the line is known. These new accommodations, combined with the ship’s suite-only format, position Grace to support both traditional luxury voyages and expanded global itinerary offerings in its inaugural season and beyond.