Koningsdam
Koningsdam is a large premium ship operated by Holland America Line. Built in 2016 and refurbished in 2026, it carries 2,650 passengers with a space ratio of 37.5. It stands out for premium-tier dining. Worth noting: quiet evenings — relaxed atmosphere after dinner. Run the matcher to see how it scores specifically for your preferences.
What Koningsdam is known for
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Premium-tier dining
Family-friendly mega ship with dedicated kids programming
Quiet evenings — relaxed atmosphere after dinner
Premium-tier dining
Moderate entertainment programming
Quiet evenings — relaxed atmosphere after dinner
Family-friendly mega ship with dedicated kids programming
Good space ratio (37.5) — comfortable
Brand-new ship (2016)
Pay-as-you-go model — most extras cost extra
Scores derived from verified cruise line attributes and ship specifications. These are objective assessments — your match score may differ based on your priorities.
Onboard features
2026 Dry-Dock — Deck Condition Map
Selective refit · hover or tap a deck for details
Prefer Decks 6–8 veranda cabins — these received the most attention in the 2026 work. Avoid lower-deck interior cabins if condition matters; they retain original 2016 soft goods.
HAL refurbishment announcement 2026; travel agent briefing notes
What's included
Sailings on Koningsdam(1)
All fares are estimates for illustration only. Verify before booking.
Where it excels
- DiningPremium-tier dining
- AtmosphereFamily-friendly mega ship with dedicated kids programming
- Ship modernityBrand-new ship (2016)
Worth knowing
- NightlifeQuiet evenings — relaxed atmosphere after dinner
- Value & inclusionsPay-as-you-go model — most extras cost extra
Probably not for you if…
Honest signals that Koningsdam may not be the right fit.
- You strongly prefer small, intimate ships
- You want Broadway-style shows and extensive nightly entertainment
- You're looking for a lively party atmosphere after dark
- You're travelling solo and want to avoid a single supplement
These are objective signals based on ship specs and cruise line attributes — not a verdict. Run the matcher to see how Koningsdam scores against your specific priorities.
Review Intelligence
Curated signals not yet available for this ship
Review Intelligence V1 covers 6 ships. Koningsdam is on the expansion list for V2. In the meantime, Cruise Critic has a large community of Holland America Line travelers.
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