Overview
It’s time to let your hair down! Sail aboard the Carnival Elation and completely unwind with a visit to the ship’s spa, where you can enjoy a hot stone massage or just lounge in the sauna. Enjoy the beautiful spaces onboard like Tiffany’s Bar and Grill, which offers beautiful ocean views on one side and intricate and bright stained-glass windows on the other. This is also a spot to grab some great food, from traditional pasta to Mongolian dishes. After you’re relaxed and rejuvenated, bust a move on the Jekyll & Hyde dance club. The Carnival Elation has all the fun features you’re looking for.
Quick Facts
Year Built
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godmother
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
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Deck 15 - Sun
Deck 14 - Grand
Deck 12 - Sports
Deck 11 - Verandah
Deck 10 - Lido
Deck 9 - Promenade
Deck 8 - Atlantic
Deck 7 - Empress
Deck 6 - Upper
Deck 5 - Main
Deck 4 - Riviera
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Deck 11Size approx: 220 sq. ft. Balcony: 30 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Private balcony with obstructed view; patio chairs and table. Soft, cozy...
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Deck 14Two twin beds (convert to king) and double sofa bed. Sofa, armchair and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower/tub. Walk-in dressing area with ample closet space. Floor-to-ceiling windows, plus private large balcony with patio chairs...
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Deck 6Two twin beds (convert to king) and double sofa bed. A trundle bed will be provided if a fifth guest is booked to this stateroom. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower/tub. Walk-in dressing area with ample closet space. Private extended large balc...
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Deck 14Size approx: 220 sq. ft. Balcony: 30 sq. ft.Private balcony, two twin size beds (convert to a king bed), sitting area with sofa (single sofa-bed), chair, and coffee table, individual climate control private bathroom with shower, telephone, refrig...
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Deck 6Size approx: 330 sq. ft. Balcony: 70 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and double sofa bed. A trundle bed will be provided if a fifth guest is booked to this stateroom. Sofa, armchairs and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with show...
With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been complete...
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Deck 9Two twin beds (convert to king). Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Private balcony with patio chairs and table. Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're...
Two twin beds (convert to king) and one upper pullman. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Private aft-facing extended balcony with patio chairs and table. Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning...
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Deck 7Two twin beds (convert to king). Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Private balcony with patio chairs and table. Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're...
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Deck 5Two twin beds (convert to king). Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Private balcony with patio chairs and table. Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're...
With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your r...
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Deck 14Size approx: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Floor-to-ceiling windows. The Scenic Ocean View stateroom provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead...
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Deck 4Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king). Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Picture window. A picture window gives you views of scenery you won't find anywhere on land, all from the comfort of your statero...
With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your r...
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Deck 4Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...
Size approx: 185 sq. ft.A pair of round windows in your room give you the classic seafarer's view times two, a view of the ocean without breaking the budget. Features: Two twin beds (convert to a king size bed), individual climate control,...
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Jun 20, 2025
5 out of 5 stars
Carnival Elation
Thoroughly enjoyed dining on the decks, and by the windows. Live music was enjoyable. Stateroom was more accommodating than expected. Our steward, Su, was remarkable.
Pros: Wonderful service ship-wide, exquisite scenery
Cons: None
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Carnival Elation
Yes
Jun 16, 2025
5 out of 5 stars
Carnival Elation
Our stateroom attendant micheal. Went above and beyond and taking care of us. He made the cruise amazing.
Pros: Smaller ship
Cons: Only 1 pool
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Carnival Elation
Yes
Jun 15, 2025
5 out of 5 stars
Carnival Elation
Our stateroom attendant micheal. Went above and beyond and taking care of us. He made the cruise amazing.
Pros: Smaller ship
Cons: Only 1 pool
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Carnival Elation
Yes
Feb 3, 2025
5 out of 5 stars
Carnival Elation
Cruise Director Franko is very outgoing, personable, and keeps the FUN going! Alyssa, one on the dining managers, was very personable and remembered our names, even on shore at Princess Cays. Edy, our cabin steward was awesome! He took very good care of us and even unexpectedly decorated our room on the day of our anniversary! THANK YOU again Edy! We were very impressed and honored to witness the actions of the crew performing the rescue of the person who's boat had become disabled offshore. Great job crew!
Pros: Excellent staff, Great food, Awesome cruise director, No long lines or waits; Ship was stable in rough seas.
Cons: Hard to get elevators due to elevators skipping your floor; No lobster in main dining on formal night;
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
4
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Carnival Elation
Yes
Feb 3, 2020
5 out of 5 stars
Carnival Elation
Ship was older and in need of some upgrades. The ship was polished and clean. Everyone seemed anxious to satisfy our every need. Chandler did a good job at getting our dining group together.
Pros: We were with a group of 16 and they did a great job keeping our rooms in close proximity, food was plentiful and delicious, housekeeping person (Lucy) was friendly and efficient , offered good choices for excursions.
Cons: Food service at dinner was slow. All other meals was good.
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
4
Food
4
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Carnival Elation
Yes
May 20, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
Carnival Elation
This is my third cruise with Carnival and once again they haven't let me down! This ship was amazing! The staff we're always sweet and very helpful! Our cruise director Chris was absolutely amazing! Fun fun fun! I will continue to cruise with Carnival!!!!
Pros: Everyone is so nice!
Cons: I loved everything about my cruise!
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend Carnival Elation
Yes
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Carnival Elation
From
Jacksonville, Florida
1 Sailing
Feb 9, 2026
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Carnival Elation
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Dec 8, 2025 - Apr 15, 2028
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Carnival Elation
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Nov 30, 2025 - Apr 6, 2028
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Carnival Elation
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3 Sailings
Nov 23, 2026 - Dec 20, 2027
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