Crystal will add five new suites aboard Crystal Serenity during a scheduled drydock in 2028, including a two-bedroom Owner’s Suite and four Junior Penthouse Premium Suites.

The new accommodation will be located midship on Deck 11 and will be available to passengers from 5 May 2028.

The refurbishment will introduce the Owner’s Suite concept to Crystal Serenity, following its inclusion aboard the newbuild Crystal Grace, which is also scheduled to enter service in 2028.

The Crystal Owner’s Suite will offer 1,722 square feet of interior space and a 409-square-foot private veranda.

Designed by naval architect and naval design historian Paolo Piccione, the two-bedroom accommodation will feature wooden floors, custom wool carpets, handcrafted cabinetry, and a selection of fabrics intended to create a residential-style interior.

The living area will include a library and fireplace, while a separate dining space will feature panoramic ocean views, a butler pantry, and personalised bar service.

A Hi-Fi entertainment system will provide music throughout the suite and veranda, with touch panels allowing guests to control different audio zones and playlists.

The master bedroom will include a king-size bed and two walk-in wardrobes, while the adjoining marble bathroom will feature a Jacuzzi.

A second bedroom will have its own walk-in wardrobe and bathroom, providing additional accommodation for families or passengers travelling together.

The suite will also incorporate Technogym exercise equipment with personalised Technogym Coach programming and integrated entertainment, positioned to provide ocean views during workouts.

“We are continuing to thoughtfully evolve Crystal Serenity while preserving the character and sense of ease that have made her so beloved by our guests,” said Bernie Leypold, Senior Vice President of Hotel Operations, Crystal.

“These new suites allow us to introduce fresh design elements and greater choice while creating an accommodation collection that feels cohesive, contemporary and distinctly Crystal.”

Alongside the Owner’s Suite, Crystal will introduce four Junior Penthouse Premium Suites, each offering 861 square feet of interior space and a 205-square-foot veranda.

Their layouts will be based on similar accommodation aboard Crystal Symphony.

The four suites will complement Crystal Serenity’s six existing Junior Penthouse Deluxe Suites, expanding the range of larger accommodation available aboard the ship.

Crystal has not disclosed whether the new suites will replace existing accommodation or other facilities, or how the changes will affect the vessel’s overall passenger capacity.

The project forms part of Crystal’s continuing investment in its existing fleet following the acquisition of the brand and its two ships, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, by A&K Travel Group in 2022.

Both vessels subsequently underwent refurbishments as part of a combined US$170 million investment.

Crystal is also expanding its fleet with three new ocean ships under construction or on order.

The first, Crystal Grace, is being built by Fincantieri and is scheduled to debut in 2028, followed by two sister ships in 2031 and 2034.

The new accommodation aboard Crystal Serenity will become available from 5 May 2028, following completion of the ship’s scheduled drydock.

Crystal Serenity’s new suites

Crystal Owner’s Suite

• One two-bedroom suite on Deck 11
• 1,722 square feet of interior space
• 409-square-foot private veranda
• Designed by Paolo Piccione
• Living room with library and fireplace
• Dining area with butler pantry and bar service
• Master bedroom with king-size bed and two walk-in wardrobes
• Marble master bathroom with Jacuzzi
• Second bedroom with separate bathroom
• Technogym fitness equipment
• Multi-zone Hi-Fi entertainment system

Junior Penthouse Premium Suites

• Four new suites on Deck 11
• 861 square feet of interior space each
• 205-square-foot private verandas
• Layouts inspired by Crystal Symphony
• Complement six existing Junior Penthouse Deluxe Suites