Disney Cruise Line charges for infants, but the cost depends on their age and your cabin type

Disney Cruise Line does not offer free passage for infants. Babies under age 3 must have their own paid cabin berth, meaning you cannot hold an infant on your lap during the sailing. The price you pay is the same per-person rate as any other passenger in your chosen cabin category — there is no infant discount. If you book a cabin for two adults and one infant, you are paying for three people at the standard per-person cruise fare.

The one exception is children under age 3 who share a cabin with two paying adults in certain circumstances. Disney's policy allows one child under 3 to occupy a cabin crib at no additional charge if the cabin already has two full-price passengers. However, this applies only to existing cabins — you cannot book a cabin solely for an infant and expect a crib to substitute for a paid berth. If you need more than one crib, the additional child under 3 requires a paid berth.

Key Takeaways

  • Infants under age 3 require a paid cabin berth at the same per-person rate as adults, with no infant discount available.
  • One child under 3 may use a cabin crib at no extra charge if two adults are already paying for the cabin, but additional infants need paid berths.
  • Cabin category determines the per-person price, so an infant in a balcony cabin costs more than an infant in an inside cabin.
  • Disney does not allow infants to travel free or occupy a parent's lap as a non-paying passenger on any sailing length.
  • You must contact Disney directly or work with a travel agent to confirm crib availability and infant pricing for your specific sailing dates and cabin choice.

How Disney calculates the per-person infant fare

Disney prices cruises per person, not per cabin. When you select a cabin category — inside, oceanview, balcony, or suite — Disney assigns a per-person cost to that category. An infant occupies one of the berths in your cabin, so they count as one person at that per-person rate. If your cabin sleeps four people and you book it for two adults and two infants, you pay four times the per-person rate for your cabin type.

The per-person rate varies by sailing date, cabin location within the category, and how far in advance you book. An infant traveling on a peak-season sailing in a balcony cabin will cost significantly more than an infant on an off-season sailing in an inside cabin. Disney does not publish a separate infant rate or offer a percentage discount for children under 3.

Crib availability and what happens if you need one

Disney cabins come with a portable crib that can be set up in your stateroom. If you have one child under 3 and two paying adults, that child can sleep in the crib at no additional cost. If you need more than one crib — for example, if you have twins under 3 — the second infant requires a paid berth, and Disney will provide a second crib.

Crib availability is not may provide on every sailing. You must request a crib when you book or contact Disney before your sailing to confirm one will be in your cabin. If Disney cannot provide a crib, you will need to arrange alternative sleeping arrangements, such as bringing a portable play yard. Disney does not refund the infant's fare if a crib is unavailable.

Comparing infant costs across different cabin types

Because Disney charges per person at the per-person rate for your cabin category, the cabin type you choose directly affects what you pay for an infant. An inside cabin (no window) has the lowest per-person rate. An oceanview cabin (with a window) costs more per person. A balcony cabin costs more still. A suite costs the most per person.

If you are traveling with an infant and want to minimize cost, booking an inside cabin will result in the lowest per-person rate for the infant. However, inside cabins are also the smallest, which can feel cramped with a crib, two adults, and an infant. Many families with infants choose an oceanview or balcony cabin for the extra space and light, accepting the higher per-person cost for the infant as part of that choice.

What to do before you book a cruise with an infant

Contact Disney Cruise Line directly or work with a travel agent before finalizing your booking. Tell them the infant's age and ask them to confirm crib availability for your sailing date and cabin category. Ask whether the infant will occupy a paid berth or use a crib at no additional charge, based on how many adults are in your cabin.

Get the pricing in writing. Disney's website does not always make infant pricing transparent during the booking process, and rates can vary by sailing. A travel agent or Disney cast member can provide a quote that includes the infant's per-person cost so you know the total before you commit.

Infants and Disney Cruise Line dining and activities

Infants do not need a separate dining reservation or activity registration. They eat in your cabin or in the main dining room with you at no additional charge. Disney does not charge for infant meals, and you can request high chairs in the dining room or bring your own portable seat if you prefer.

Activities and entertainment are included in your cruise fare. Infants cannot participate in most organized activities, but they can be present in public areas, on deck, and at evening shows with their parents. Disney does not charge activity fees for infants or toddlers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold my infant on my lap instead of paying for a berth?

No. Disney requires every person, including infants under 3, to have a paid cabin berth. You cannot hold an infant as a lap child during the sailing. The only exception is one child under 3 using a cabin crib at no additional charge if two adults are already paying for the cabin.

What if I have twins under 3?

One twin can use the cabin crib at no additional charge if two adults are paying. The second twin requires a paid berth at the per-person rate for your cabin category. You will receive two cribs in your cabin.

Do I pay for an infant if I book a cabin for one adult and one infant?

Yes. The infant requires a paid berth at the per-person rate for your cabin category. You cannot book a cabin for just an infant and expect the crib to substitute for a paid berth. Both the adult and the infant must be paid passengers.

Can I get a refund if my infant gets sick and cannot travel?

Disney's standard cancellation and refund policy applies to infants the same as to any other passenger. Review your booking confirmation for the specific cancellation terms for your sailing date. Travel insurance may cover cancellations due to illness; check your policy details.

How much does an infant cost on a Disney cruise?

There is no fixed infant price. The cost is the per-person rate for your cabin category on your sailing date. An infant in an inside cabin on an off-season sailing costs less than an infant in a balcony cabin on a peak-season sailing. Contact Disney or a travel agent for a specific quote based on your dates and cabin choice.