Holland America Line
Koningsdam
Quiet, design-forward, and slower-paced.
- Class
- Pinnacle Class
- Launched
- 2016
- Guests
- ~2,650
- Typically sails
- Alaska
Best for
- Couples
- Wildlife & scenery
- Quieter pace seekers
Less ideal for
- Waterpark seekers
What makes it different
Why choose this ship
First Pinnacle-class ship, introducing World Stage and expanded Music Walk venues
Three live-music clubs: B.B. King's Blues, Rolling Stone Lounge, Billboard Onboard
Morimoto By Sea and Sel de Mer add Japanese and French seafood
Worth knowing
Watch outs
Things that may matter depending on your travel style — not criticisms.
- Pinnacle Grill, Sel de Mer, Tamarind and Canaletto carry extra charges
- The adults-only Sea View Pool is one of the ship's two pools
- No major water attractions
Facilities and activities
On board
Entertainment
- World Stage 270° LED screen
- Music Walk performance venues
Family facilities
- Kids' club (smaller than mega-ships)
Adults-only areas
- Retreat pool area
Spa & wellness
- Greenhouse Spa
- Thermal suite
Notable facilities
- Explorations Café & library
- World Stage 270° screen
- Panoramic Sea View Pool
Choosing a room
Cabins
Compare room options for your party.
- Single Ocean View staterooms are configured for one guest
- Family Ocean View staterooms sleep five using sofa bed and upper berth
- Family staterooms include two bathrooms and additional closet space
- Deck plans mark connecting rooms and partially obstructed-view staterooms
Climate suitability
Indoor & outdoor
What is under cover and what is open to the weather — worth reading for Alaska and northern Europe.
- Lido Pool sits under a retractable glass roof, usable in any weather
- Sea View Pool is an open-deck adults-only pool with panoramic views
- World Stage, Billboard Onboard, Rolling Stone Lounge and B.B. King's are indoor
Dining at a glance
Food & Dining
Food Strength
VERY GOOD
One of this ship's strengths.
A consistently strong overall dining experience, with a genuinely varied lineup.
Why It Stands Out
- • 11 dining venues including 4 specialty restaurants — wide lineup for a mid-sized ship
- • Specialty program specifically praised by multiple reviewers as a highlight of the ship
Recommended Dining
Pinnacle GrillSteakhouse · Extra cost
A first-hand reviewer called the lunch here exceptional, exceeding expectations.
Rudi's Sel de MerFrench / seafood · Extra cost
Praised by the same reviewer as a must for seafood lovers, with standout flavors.
How we rate food ▾
Food Strength is an editorial comparison across cruise ships generally — not just within this cruise line.
This dining assessment is based on evidence about this ship specifically.
Reviews & Traveler Perspective
Traveler Ratings
Based on 1 traveler rating
From other cruisers
What cruisers are saying
Independent videos covering the ship, activities, food and practical tips.
Ship tour
Holland America Line | Koningsdam | Full Ship Tour (2026 - POST REFIT)
Fraser at Sea · YouTube
Activities
Holland America Koningsdam Entertainment & Activities REVIEW
Northern Viking Explorer · YouTube
Food
Ranking Koningsdam Specialty Dining | Holland America Line
All Aboard with Joe · YouTube
Practical tips
2026 Koningsdam: Top 15 Tips, Shortcuts, and Secrets (Holland America)
Cruise Tips by The Jelly Beans · YouTube
Videos by independent YouTube creators.
Where it goes
Routes on this ship
The route profiles Galythia holds for Koningsdam.
Stories & guides
Answers to specific questions about Koningsdam.
Indicative only
Reference price
US$964 pp
7-night Alaska
Planning reference · Not a live fare
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Where this ship information comes from ▾
Ship facts above are read from the cruise line's own pages, and from an established secondary reference only where an official page returned nothing.