By
Laura Hyde |
Princess Cruises has introduced its all-inclusive Sanctuary Collection and O’Malley’s Irish Pub to its ship Royal Princess following a two-week drydock in Singapore. The ship also now offers expanded piazza venues and a refreshed casino and retail spaces.
Royal Princess features newly constructed ocean-view staterooms, which can be reserved as part of the Sanctuary Collection, along with suites, mini-suites, deluxe balcony and balcony staterooms. The Sanctuary Restaurant, which is only available to Sanctuary Collection guests, has opened on deck 6. The cruise line is adding the Sanctuary Collection to four other Royal-Class ships too.
In addition, the ship now has 20 additional guest cabins: six mini-suites, seven ocean view, two interiors, and five single interiors.
Situated in the former Vines location on deck 5 is O’Malley’s Irish Pub, which features Irish-inspired food and drinks, as well as a “lively, convivial” atmosphere. Meanwhile, Bellini’s has expanded into the former Photo Gallery space, creating a larger setting overlooking the piazza.
Royal Princess now features O’Malley’s Irish Pub (Photo: Princess Cruises)
The casino onboard has been reconfigured with the removal of the staircase connecting decks 6 and 7. This expanded the casino floor to create a more open gaming environment, as well as creating space for additional slot machines. The ship’s retail spaces have been upgraded with the transition to new onboard retail partner Starboard.
“The enhancements aboard Royal Princess introduce new accommodations, distinctive venues for entertaining, dining and socialising, and thoughtfully refreshed spaces designed to elevate every aspect of the guest experience,” said Rodrigo Llaguno, chief operating officer at Princess Cruises. “These updates build on the ship’s enduring appeal and our commitment to creating memorable holidays through exceptional experiences and the signature Princess touches our guests have valued since her debut.”
From November 2026, Royal Princess will sail itineraries from Sydney, Australia, exploring Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.