Celebrity Reflection to debut major makeover with 13 new venues

Celebrity Cruises is giving one of its most popular ships a major makeover, unveiling a newly-modernized Celebrity Reflection complete with 13 new venues, expanded dining options and redesigned outdoor spaces ahead of a new season of Caribbean sailings.

The refurbishment makes Celebrity Reflection the second ship in the line's Solstice Series modernization program, following Celebrity Solstice.

The overhaul introduces several venues inspired by the newer Edge Series ships, while also bringing guest favourites from the refreshed Celebrity Solstice and debuting two brand-new dining concepts.

“Celebrity Cruises is constantly dreaming up ways to innovate and elevate what we deliver for our guests, which is what makes this fleet modernization program so much more than a refresh,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, president of Celebrity Cruises, in a press release.

“With Celebrity Reflection, we’re evolving the guest experience in meaningful ways – introducing 13 new spaces designed to help guests relax, explore, and connect in ways that feel effortless and unforgettable.”

What to expect

The most striking addition is the three-storey Grand Plaza, inspired by the Edge Series ships.

The new atrium will feature a centrally located Martini Bar beneath a suspended chandelier, with live entertainment and performances taking place throughout the day and evening.

Outdoor spaces have also been extensively redesigned. The revamped Celebrity Pool Club will feature expanded seating, additional shade, plush daybeds, two dedicated bars and daily programming.

Guests will also find two new poolside dining venues: Orange Peel Bar & Grille, serving smashburgers, grilled favourites and frozen cocktails, and Tacos del Sol, an open-air taco bar offering customizable Mexican-inspired dishes.

Entertainment offerings have also been expanded with the addition of the Boulevard Lounge, a 125-seat venue hosting duelling pianos, karaoke, games and live performances, along with the adjacent Boulevard Bar.

Also making the move from Celebrity Solstice is The Parlor, a sports and gaming lounge featuring board games, billiards, darts, big-screen sporting events, craft cocktails and comfort food.

At the top of the ship, the newly created Sunset Park transforms the upper deck into a park-inspired outdoor retreat.

The space will include private cabanas, lawn games, outdoor movies, live music, meditation sessions and ocean-view seating. Guests can also dine at the new Sunset Park Café or enjoy drinks at the adjacent Sunset Bar.

New specialty restaurants

The ship's culinary lineup is also expanding with three new specialty restaurants.

Trattoria Rossa, which debuted earlier this year aboard Celebrity Solstice, will serve Roman-inspired cuisine, including house-made pasta and tableside preparations.

The Edge Series favourite Fine Cut Steakhouse joins the ship with its signature dry-aged steaks and seafood menu, while Bora, first introduced aboard Celebrity Xcel in 2025, brings a Mediterranean-inspired rooftop dining concept that transitions from brunch during the day to chef-led dinner experiences in the evening.

Other enhancements

Guests staying in The Retreat suites will see enhancements to the exclusive sundeck, including a larger hot tub and redesigned lounge.

Other ship-wide improvements include refreshed public venues such as Café Al Bacio, Cellar Masters, the Casino, World Class Bar, Passport Bar, Fitness Center and Camp at Sea, while Luminae and Blu will continue to serve guests staying in The Retreat and AquaClass accommodations, respectively.

Following its transformation, Celebrity Reflection will sail year-round from Fort Lauderdale, offering three- and four-night cruises to Key West and The Bahamas, along with six- and eight-night Caribbean itineraries calling on destinations including Aruba, Curaçao, Bonaire, Turks & Caicos and Grand Cayman.

The renewed ship will also host Celebrity Cruises' 2027 President's Cruise, sailing May 10-14, 2027.

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