Celebrity Cruises allows smoking only in designated outdoor areas and your cabin, with strict limits on where you light up

Celebrity Cruises permits smoking in specific locations only: on open-air decks in areas marked for smokers, and inside your stateroom if it is designated as a smoking cabin. You cannot smoke in restaurants, bars, theaters, corridors, elevators, cabins designated as non-smoking, the casino, or any indoor public space. The ship enforces these rules consistently across its entire fleet, and violations can result in fines or removal from the ship at the next port.

If you are a smoker planning a Celebrity cruise, you need to know where those designated areas actually are before you board, because they are not always obvious. The rules are the same whether you are sailing on a newer ship like Celebrity Beyond or an older vessel — the policy applies fleet-wide.

Key Takeaways

  • Smoking is allowed only on open-air decks in marked smoking areas and inside smoking-designated cabins.
  • You cannot smoke indoors anywhere on the ship except in a cabin booked as a smoking room.
  • You must request a smoking cabin when you book your cruise; you cannot smoke in a standard cabin.
  • Violations of the smoking policy can result in fines up to $250 per incident and potential removal from the ship.
  • Designated smoking areas are typically located on upper decks away from main traffic areas, but their exact location varies by ship.

Where smoking is permitted on Celebrity ships

Celebrity designates specific outdoor deck areas for smoking on every ship. These areas are usually on the upper decks, away from the main pools and dining areas, and are clearly marked with signage. The exact location and number of smoking areas depend on which ship you are sailing — a newer ship like Celebrity Edge may have different deck layouts than Celebrity Millennium. When you board, crew members can point you to the nearest smoking area if you ask at guest services.

If you book a cabin designated as a smoking room, you can smoke inside that cabin only. Standard cabins are non-smoking, and smoking in a non-smoking cabin triggers a cleaning fee of $250 or more, plus potential additional fines. When you reserve your cruise, you must specifically request a smoking cabin during the booking process — it is not an option you can add later or change once you are on the ship.

Indoor spaces where smoking is strictly prohibited

You cannot smoke in any indoor public area on a Celebrity ship. This includes all restaurants and dining venues, bars and lounges, the theater, casino, nightclubs, spas, fitness centers, corridors, elevators, stairwells, or any enclosed space. Even if you see another passenger smoking indoors, that person is violating the policy and may face a fine.

The prohibition extends to cabins unless you have booked a smoking-designated room. Crew members conduct cabin inspections, and if they find evidence of smoking in a non-smoking cabin — such as smoke smell, cigarette butts, or burn marks — you will be charged a deep-cleaning fee. This fee is separate from any other fines the cruise line may impose for the violation itself.

How to request a smoking cabin when you book

When you make your reservation on Celebrity's website or through a travel agent, you will see cabin type options. Smoking cabins are listed separately from standard cabins and are typically more limited in availability. You must select a smoking cabin at the time of booking — you cannot upgrade to one later or request one at check-in.

If you book through a travel agent, tell them explicitly that you need a smoking cabin. If you book directly on Celebrity's website, look for the cabin type filter and select smoking accommodations. The number of smoking cabins on each ship is limited, so booking early increases your chances of securing one. If smoking cabins are sold out, you will need to either book a non-smoking cabin or choose a different sailing date.

Fines and enforcement for smoking violations

Celebrity Cruises enforces its smoking policy consistently. If you are caught smoking in a non-smoking area or in a non-smoking cabin, you face a fine of $250 per violation. If you smoke in your non-smoking cabin, you will also be charged a cabin-cleaning fee, which can range from $250 to $500 or more depending on the extent of the damage or smell.

Repeated violations or refusal to comply with crew instructions can result in removal from the ship at the next port of call, with no refund for the remainder of your cruise. The cruise line takes these rules seriously because smoking affects other passengers' comfort and the ship's air quality. Crew members monitor public areas, and other guests may report violations to guest services.

Vaping and electronic cigarettes on Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Cruises treats vaping and e-cigarettes the same way as traditional cigarettes. You can vape only in designated smoking areas on open-air decks and in smoking-designated cabins. You cannot vape indoors, in theaters, in cabins, in corridors, or in any enclosed space. The same fines explore: $250 per violation if you vape in a prohibited area.

Many passengers assume vaping is permitted indoors because there is no smoke, but Celebrity's policy does not make that distinction. If you vape, plan to use the same outdoor smoking areas as cigarette smokers, and request a smoking cabin if you want to vape in your room.

What to do if you see someone smoking in a prohibited area

If you witness someone smoking where it is not allowed, you can report it to guest services or to any crew member. You do not need to confront the person yourself. Crew members will handle the situation and enforce the policy. Guest services is located in the atrium or main lobby area of the ship and is staffed throughout the day and evening.

Reporting violations helps maintain air quality and comfort for all passengers. Celebrity takes these reports seriously and will investigate and enforce the policy if a violation is confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke on the balcony of my cabin?

No. Smoking is not permitted on cabin balconies, even if your cabin is designated as a smoking room. You must use the designated smoking areas on the open decks. Smoking on a balcony violates the policy and can result in a $250 fine.

What if I book a smoking cabin and then change my mind?

You can request to change to a non-smoking cabin, though availability depends on the ship and sailing date. Contact Celebrity's customer service before your cruise to request the change. If you have already paid a premium for a smoking cabin, you may not receive a refund for the difference.

Are there smoking areas in the casino?

No. The casino is a non-smoking area on all Celebrity ships. You cannot smoke while gambling or anywhere inside the casino, even though casinos on land often permit smoking. You must leave the casino to use a designated outdoor smoking area.

Do I need to bring my own cigarettes, or can I buy them on the ship?

You can bring cigarettes with you, and Celebrity also sells cigarettes and cigars on board through the ship's retail shops. Prices on the ship are typically higher than on land. There are no restrictions on the quantity of cigarettes you can bring for personal use.

What happens if someone smokes in a non-smoking cabin before I check in?

If you arrive at your non-smoking cabin and detect smoke smell or evidence of smoking, report it when ready to guest services. They will inspect the cabin and, if smoking is confirmed, will move you to a different cabin at no charge and investigate the previous occupant. Do not accept the cabin if it smells of smoke — ask for a room change right away.