Drink Prices on Disney Cruise Ships

Most soft drinks, coffee, and tea are included in your cruise fare — you can order them at any bar, restaurant, or pool deck without paying extra. Alcoholic drinks, specialty beverages, and bottled water are not included and cost between $6 and $15 per drink, depending on what you order.

A standard beer or glass of wine runs $7 to $10. Cocktails and frozen drinks typically cost $10 to $15. Bottled water is $3 to $4 per bottle, though you can bring your own empty water bottle and fill it free at any beverage station. Specialty coffee drinks — the kind with flavored syrups and whipped cream — cost $6 to $8.

Prices are the same across all four Disney ships (Magic, Wonder, Fantasy, and Dream) and do not vary by sailing date or destination. You pay for these drinks as you order them, either by charging to your room key or paying cash at the bar.

Key Takeaways

  • Soft drinks, coffee, tea, and lemonade are free at any time, but alcoholic drinks and specialty beverages cost $7 to $15 each.
  • You can bring an empty water bottle and refill it free at beverage stations throughout the ship, which saves money on bottled water.
  • Drinks are charged to your room key as you order them, so you do not pay upfront or need to carry cash.
  • Some dining packages and special events (like wine tastings) have separate costs and are not part of the standard drink pricing.

What Drinks Are Included in Your Cruise Fare

Your cruise fare covers unlimited soft drinks at all times. This includes regular and diet sodas, iced tea, lemonade, juice, coffee, hot tea, and hot chocolate. You can order these at any restaurant, bar, pool deck beverage station, or room service without being charged.

The free drinks policy applies everywhere on the ship — in the main dining room, at casual buffets, at the pool, in your cabin, and at any bar. You do not need to order food to get a free drink; you can walk up to any bar and ask for a soda or coffee whenever you want.

Alcoholic Drinks and Their Costs

Beer costs $7 to $8 per bottle or draft pour. Wine by the glass runs $8 to $10 depending on the type. A bottle of wine to take to your cabin costs $15 to $40 depending on the selection. Cocktails and frozen drinks (piña coladas, margaritas, daiquiris) cost $10 to $15 each.

Specialty drinks — those made with premium liquor, multiple ingredients, or served in a souvenir glass — can reach $15. A shot of liquor alone costs $5 to $7. Champagne and sparkling wine cost $10 to $12 per glass.

Disney does not offer drink packages that let you prepay for alcohol at a discount. You pay per drink as you order, so there is no way to lock in a lower price before your cruise.

Specialty Beverages and Bottled Water

Specialty coffee drinks — lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, and flavored coffees — cost $6 to $8 each. These are different from the free regular coffee and hot tea available at any bar or restaurant. You order them at dedicated coffee bars or from room service.

Bottled water costs $3 to $4 per bottle when you buy it from a bar or beverage station. However, you can bring an empty reusable water bottle and fill it free at any beverage station on the ship. Many guests bring a collapsible bottle to save money and reduce plastic waste.

Smoothies and fresh-squeezed juice cost $8 to $12 depending on size and ingredients. These are made to order and are different from the free juice available at meals.

How to Pay for Drinks on Your Cruise

Every guest receives a room key card when boarding. You use this card to charge drinks to your cabin account — no cash or credit card needed at the moment of purchase. straightforward tell the bartender or server your room number, or tap your key card at the register if the bar has a card reader.

All charges appear on your final bill, which you review and pay on the last night of your cruise or the morning you disembark. You can pay this bill with a credit card, debit card, or cash. If you want to pay for drinks with cash as you go, you can do that too — just ask the bartender.

Some guests set a daily cash budget and use that to buy drinks, which helps control spending. Others charge everything to their room and review the bill before paying. Either method works; it depends on what feels right for your family.

Money-Saving Tips for Drinks

Bring your own empty water bottle. Refilling it at beverage stations costs nothing and eliminates the need to buy bottled water. A reusable bottle also means less plastic waste on the ship.

Order free soft drinks instead of paid specialty beverages when possible. A free iced tea or lemonade is just as refreshing as a $12 smoothie and costs nothing.

If you drink alcohol regularly, calculate the cost before your cruise. A week-long cruise with two cocktails per day adds up to roughly $140 in drink charges. Knowing this ahead of time helps you budget.

Some guests skip the specialty coffee drinks and stick to free coffee at meals. Others order one or two specialty drinks as a small treat rather than buying them daily.

Drinks at Special Events and Dining Packages

Wine tastings, beer tastings, and cocktail seminars are offered on most cruises and have separate costs — usually $15 to $25 per person. These are optional events where you learn about drinks while sampling them, and the cost is in addition to regular drink pricing.

Some specialty dining restaurants (like Remy on the Fantasy and Dream, or Palo on all ships) include wine pairings with dinner for an extra charge. This is separate from the standard drink menu and costs $40 to $75 per person depending on the restaurant and wine selection.

Cabanas and private lounges sometimes offer drink packages as add-ons, but these are not standard offerings and vary by ship and sailing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my own alcohol on the ship?

Disney allows you to bring one bottle of wine or champagne per cabin in your checked luggage. You cannot bring beer, liquor, or other alcohol. Any alcohol you bring must be opened in your cabin only — you cannot bring it to bars, restaurants, or public areas.

Do kids' drinks cost extra?

No. Soft drinks, juice, milk, and hot chocolate are free for children just as they are for adults. Specialty drinks like smoothies and fancy coffee drinks cost the same for kids as they do for adults if you order them.

What if I want to limit my drink spending?

Set a daily cash budget before your cruise and use only that cash to buy drinks. This prevents overspending because once the cash is gone, you stop buying. You can also ask your server or bartender not to charge drinks to your room key and to accept only cash instead.

Are there any free alcoholic drinks included?

No. All alcoholic drinks cost extra. The only drinks included in your cruise fare are soft drinks, coffee, tea, juice, lemonade, and hot chocolate.

Do drink prices change if I book a longer cruise?

No. Drink prices per item stay the same whether you cruise for three days or seven days. You only pay for the drinks you actually order, so a longer cruise does not automatically cost more for beverages unless you choose to order more drinks.