4.9/5 ⭐Google 600+ Reviews | A+ Better Business Bureau
Overview
When taking a vacation, everyone wants one thing: freedom. Freedom from their stresses, jobs, and responsibilities, and in this case, everyone wants Carnival Freedom. This ship houses new and exciting features and enhancements. Make a splash at WaterWorks, which now has waterslides that are 100+ feet long and send guests speeding to the pool below. Another feature is Bonsai Express, a quick service version of the Carnival Cruise Line favorite, Bonsai. With exciting features and classic Carnival Cruise Line attractions, Carnival Freedom is waiting for you and your family.
Quick Facts
Year Built
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godmother
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
Deck 14 - Sky
Deck 12 - Sun
Deck 11 - Spa
Deck 10 - Panorama
Deck 9 - Lido
Deck 8 - Verandah
Deck 7 - Empress
Deck 6 - Upper
Deck 5 - Promenade
Deck 4 - Atlantic
Deck 3 - Lobby
Deck 2 - Main
Deck 1 - Riviera
4.3
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Oct 27, 2025
5 out of 5 stars
Pros: Staff and Crew. Ship overall.
Cons: Cruise Director not what I'm used to on Carnival.
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Nov 5, 2024
5 out of 5 stars
I recently took my first cruise on the Carnival Freedom, and it couldn’t have been better! The staff was incredible—they remembered our names, took care of our dietary preferences, and even brought fans to our staterooms for added comfort. The crew’s friendliness and dedication made the entire experience unforgettable. Boarding and disembarking were seamless, making everything stress-free. This team clearly loves what they do and works hard to make each guest’s experience special. I highly recommend Carnival Freedom for an exceptional cruise!
Pros: Amazing staff and excursions, clean rooms, best dining experience ever!
Cons: Should have booked 7 days instead of 5!
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Jan 22, 2024
5 out of 5 stars
Good food, excellent staff, Awesome ports, karaoke and the serenity place were my favorite. Notices that the floor needs some repair by the hot tubs upstairs.
Pros: Endless food, all the kid activities
Cons: Some places need some repair...by the hot tubs on on of the top floors
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Feb 11, 2023
5 out of 5 stars
The staff were fantastic! The musicians on board were amazing! Guys burger joint was absolutely delicious!
Pros: The staff was fantastic
Cons: The main dining food was just ok. The ship decor is very dated
Accommodations
4
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
4
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Dec 16, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
This was our first cruise and definitely exceeded our expectations!! We are ready to book our next one! The staff was amazing! Great customer service from everyone! From getting on the ship to getting off the ship they were very helpful and organized. We loved Supriyanto and Edaniel that did great on keeping our rooms very clean daily. Adinta, Tinton, and Manisha that always made sure we enjoyed our dinners and always had the best recommendations on what to pick from the daily menu! Couldn't forget about the the best bartender's Benjawan and Prakash always mixing the best drinks to enjoy by the pool or really anywhere;) We can't forget dj TJ that made just everything more fun and always keeping us up with the important announcements.
Pros: Excellent Service
Cons: Time flies
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
May 7, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
The wait staff: Mark, Jun, & Harriet were incredible! Mark was always waiting to walk us to our favorite table each night. Liezle the hostess's always greeted us and knew which table and server we preferred. Emma was an amazing cruise director, she really made the cruise more fun. Neil, Lei Lei, Christian, and Joe also went above and beyond to make sure guests were happy and enjoying themselves.
Pros: The Carnival Freedom was overall amazing. The dining staff really went above and beyond.
Cons: One thing I didn’t appreciate was being ignored at the atrium bar and have to wait 30+ min for a drink when there were only 5 people at the bar. We also didn’t see our cabin steward after the initial introduction, but the steward responsible for the rooms next to us, Aleksandar, alway said hello in the hallways and asked how our day was.
Accommodations
3
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
4
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
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Deck 7Size approx. 345 sq. ft. Balcony: 85 sq. ft.A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Freedom features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge...
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Deck 9This is the best room you can get... without bunking up with the guy himself. A Captain's Suite aboard Carnival Freedom features tons of indoor space, and a huge balcony when you need a little more. Back inside you'll find a king-...
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Deck 6Size approx. 185 sq. ft. Balcony: 35 sq. ft.Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Freedom. Any time you're in your room, you&#...
Size approx. 185 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft.Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space... not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get rea...
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Deck 8Size approx. 185 sq. ft. Balcony: 55 sq. ft.Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space... not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get rea...
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Deck 9Size approx. 220 sq. ft.Every Carnival guest is assured of spacious, comfortable accommodations. Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Deck 9Size approx. 220 sq. ft.Your Scenic Ocean View stateroom aboard Carnival Freedom provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead of the ship, with views unlike any on land. And you'll get more of them, too, with floor-to-ceiling windows pro...
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Deck 2Size approx. 220 sq. ft.A picture window gives you views of scenery you won't find anywhere on land, all from the comfort of your stateroom. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom climate...
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Deck 2Size approx. 185 sq. ft.This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a long day of fun. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom...
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Deck 6Size approx. 185 sq. ft.This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a long day of fun. Soft, cozy linens. Plenty of closet and drawer space. In-room safe for valuables. Stateroom...
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