What is included in the Sanctuary Collection? 

The Sanctuary Collection combines exclusive onboard spaces with additional accommodation benefits. Here's what guests can expect from the experience. 

The Sanctuary Club: an Adults-Only retreat 

The Sanctuary Club is a dedicated space where guests can relax away from the busier areas of the ship. 

Facilities vary by vessel but can include a pool, comfortable sun loungers, cabanas and attentive service. The space is designed to provide a quieter environment for guests who want to spend time unwinding between port visits or sea days. 

Access is reserved for Sanctuary Collection guests aged 16 and over. Younger guests can still enjoy the other benefits associated with their accommodation but cannot enter the Sanctuary Club. 

The introduction of the Sanctuary Club also changes access to certain onboard facilities. Once the transition takes place, day passes, lounger reservations and cabana rentals for guests who are not staying in Sanctuary Collection accommodation will no longer be available. 

The Sanctuary restaurant: exclusive dining at sea 

Dining is another key part of the Sanctuary Collection experience. 

The Sanctuary Restaurant offers an exclusive dining environment with menus inspired by the destinations visited during your cruise. Guests can enjoy a more intimate setting alongside dedicated service, making it an additional option for dining onboard. 

Reservations are not required, giving guests flexibility when planning their day. 

Enhanced stateroom amenities and personalised service 

Sanctuary Collection accommodation includes additional amenities and services designed to make your stay more comfortable. 

Depending on your stateroom or suite and the ship you're sailing on, benefits can include enhanced in-room amenities, curated daily programming and priority services. 

Guests staying in eligible suites also receive access to the exclusive Suite Lounge, offering a private space to relax with refreshments and additional concierge assistance. 

Is Princess Premier included in the Sanctuary Collection? 

Yes. Princess Premier is included with eligible new Sanctuary Collection bookings, although exceptions apply to some existing reservations and preview sailings. 

Usually priced at £78 per person, per day, Princess Premier is Princess Cruises' highest-tier onboard package, bringing together a range of benefits designed to make your holiday more convenient. 

Inclusions include premium drinks, specialty and casual dining, Wi-Fi, crew appreciation and selected shore excursion benefits, subject to the package terms. 

Having Princess Premier included with eligible Sanctuary Collection bookings can add considerable value, combining exclusive accommodation benefits with a package that would otherwise typically cost £78pp per day. 

However, the rules depend on when you booked, which ship you're sailing on and whether your departure meets the eligibility requirements. Check the package details for your specific sailing before booking. 

Which Princess Cruises ships offer the Sanctuary Collection? 

The Sanctuary Collection is currently available on Sun Princess and Star Princess, with five additional ships joining the programme as part of Princess Cruises' fleet expansion. 

The rollout includes separate dates for when Sanctuary Collection staterooms become available to book and when the experience launches onboard. 

Sun Princess and Star Princess 

Sun Princess and Star Princess were the first ships to introduce the Sanctuary Collection. The experience is available to book on both ships, with Princess Premier included in eligible Sanctuary Collection bookings. 

Royal Princess 

Bookings for Sanctuary Collection staterooms on Royal Princess opened on 22 October 2026, with the onboard launch scheduled for 4 January 2027. 

Royal Princess will also operate preview sailings from 30 October 2026 to 3 January 2027. During this period, guests booked in eligible Sanctuary Collection accommodation can enjoy access to the Sanctuary Club, Sanctuary Restaurant and applicable Sanctuary Collection amenities. 

Princess Premier is not included during these preview sailings but can be purchased separately. 

Regal Princess 

Sanctuary Collection bookings on Regal Princess are scheduled to open on 5 November 2026, with the onboard launch planned for 17 April 2027. 

Discovery Princess 

Bookings for Discovery Princess are scheduled to open on 4 December 2026, ahead of the planned onboard launch on 24 April 2027. 

Sky Princess 

Sanctuary Collection staterooms on Sky Princess are scheduled to become available to book on 10 December 2026, with the onboard experience planned to launch on 29 May 2027. 

Enchanted Princess 

Enchanted Princess is scheduled to open Sanctuary Collection bookings on 17 December 2026, with the onboard launch planned for 12 June 2027. 

These dates reflect Princess Cruises' announced rollout schedule as of 27 October 2026 and may be subject to change. Booking availability does not necessarily mean the full experience is already available onboard. 

For the latest information, check the official Princess Cruises Sanctuary Collection guide. 

What happens if you've already booked a Princess Cruise? 

If you've already booked a Princess cruise and your stateroom becomes part of the Sanctuary Collection, you may receive the new accommodation benefits without having to change your reservation. 

For eligible existing bookings, Princess Cruises has confirmed that your original booking reference, stateroom number and booked fare remain unchanged. 

Once the Sanctuary Collection experience launches onboard your ship, eligible guests will receive the applicable benefits, including access to the Sanctuary Club and Sanctuary Restaurant, alongside enhanced amenities and services. 

Existing purchases and arrangements, including shore excursions, spa appointments, pre-purchased amenities and packages, and Captain's Circle benefits, will also remain unchanged. 

Will I pay more for Sanctuary Collection benefits? 

No. Guests who have already booked an eligible stateroom that becomes part of the Sanctuary Collection will receive the applicable new accommodation benefits at their existing booked fare. 

However, Princess Premier will not automatically be added if it wasn't already included in the original booking. 

Guests can purchase Princess Premier separately if they want to enjoy the additional package benefits. 

If you'd prefer not to stay in a Sanctuary Collection stateroom, contact your travel advisor or Princess Cruises to explore alternative accommodation. Changes will depend on availability, fare differences and the relevant booking conditions. 

Can you upgrade to Princess Premier? 

Yes. If Princess Premier isn't included in your booking, you can add it separately before your cruise. 

Guests who have already purchased Princess Plus can also upgrade to Princess Premier by paying the difference between the two packages, subject to the applicable terms. 

You can arrange an upgrade through your travel advisor or Princess Cruises. Assistance is also available onboard on embarkation day, although onboard pricing applies. 

If you've already purchased Princess Premier, no additional action is required. 

Can you upgrade to a Sanctuary Collection stateroom? 

If you'd like to experience the Sanctuary Collection, you may be able to move to an eligible stateroom, subject to availability. 

Your travel advisor can help you explore the available accommodation options and explain any additional fare that may apply. 

Upgrade offers and bidding opportunities may also be available on selected sailings, although availability varies by voyage. If access to the Sanctuary Club and Sanctuary Restaurant is important to you, it's worth checking your options before departure rather than relying on a last-minute upgrade. 

Is the Sanctuary Collection the same on every ship? 

The Sanctuary Collection is designed to provide a consistent premium experience across the Princess Cruises fleet, but facilities, layouts and venue locations can vary between ships. 

The location of the Sanctuary Club, Sanctuary Restaurant and Suite Lounge depends on the vessel. The Retreat Pool will also become part of the Sanctuary offering, with access reserved for eligible Sanctuary guests. 

Royal Princess will feature a Champagne Wall within its Sanctuary space, adding another feature to the onboard experience. 

Princess Cruises will make relevant deck plans available through its website and app, allowing guests to check where the facilities are located on their chosen ship. 

The experience available to you will depend on the ship, your accommodation and the date of your sailing. 

Frequently asked questions about the Sanctuary Collection 

Q -Can children stay in Sanctuary Collection accommodation? 

A - Yes. Children can stay in eligible Sanctuary Collection staterooms and receive the other applicable accommodation benefits. However, access to the Sanctuary Club is restricted to guests aged 16 and over. 

Q - Can guests in other staterooms visit the Sanctuary Club? 

A - No. Once the venue transitions to the Sanctuary Club, access is reserved for guests staying in eligible Sanctuary Collection accommodation. Day passes, lounger reservations and cabana rentals for other guests will no longer be available. 

Q - Do I need to reserve a table at the Sanctuary Restaurant? 

A - No. Reservations are not required at the Sanctuary Restaurant, giving guests flexibility when planning their onboard dining. 

Q - Does the Sanctuary Collection affect Captain's Circle benefits? 

A - No. Sanctuary Collection sailings earn Captain's Circle cruise credit in the same way as other Princess Cruises sailings. Existing Captain's Circle benefits also remain unchanged when eligible existing bookings receive the new Sanctuary Collection benefits. 

Q - Is the Sanctuary Collection worth it? 

A - The Sanctuary Collection may appeal to guests who value exclusive relaxation spaces, dedicated dining and enhanced accommodation benefits. 

For guests who plan to make use of the Sanctuary Club and Sanctuary Restaurant, it offers additional ways to enjoy their time onboard. The inclusion of Princess Premier on eligible bookings can also add value for those who intend to use its drinks, dining, Wi-Fi and other package benefits. 

Whether it's right for you will depend on your preferred accommodation, budget and the onboard experiences that matter most during your cruise. 

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