Holland America Line Cruise Reviews (2024 UPDATED): Ratings of Holland America Line (2024)

3.9

i’ve been on many cruises in my lifetime but vowed to never cruise again about 10 years ago after encountering one too many cruises with kids running up and down halls, people getting in arguments and drinking way too much. We are 52 and 56. while we were on the younger side for this cruise to Alaska, we adored the other couples on board. So conscientious and kind. They were courteous to

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The Tracy Arm Inlet excursion was amazing. Highly recommend. I saw two black bears, coastal mountain goats, harbor seals, steller seals, many whales, and a large variety of birds-- not to mention gorgeous terrain. The Skagway/Whitepass Train, however, is really only for those who have not lived in mountainous states such as Montana, Colorado, and Oregon. The train tour guides were great, but I

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The cruise and ports were fantastic. The food was average at best. Avoid the Lido market use the dining room instead. Do not buy the Coca-Cola package…it is a total rip off there is no place to get co*ke onboard other than a lounge where if you ask for a co*ke they get real annoyed. Our room stewards were the best part of the trip. Service in the Lido Market was poor. This is the second time we

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I booked our cruise of our 50th anniversary for a New England/Canada itinerary for a new experience. The ports were fine and scenic and the ship was clean and the people working on it were fine. My problem was I booked a vista suite with a jetted tub. I thought why not save some money and let them pick the room because I was guaranteed a vista suite. BIG mistake!!!! They assigned us a

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After 10 cruises with HA we were eager for #11. Unfortunately our cabin had a continuing awful sewerage smell that maintenance could not eliminate. We were offered the “only” available room as an option— Deck 1 interior at stern. We declined and kept our original room and stayed out as much as possible. At night we had the balcony door open a couple of inches for fresh air which made the smell

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This is our second cruise with Holland America to Alaska and first time on the Koningsdam. Firstly, this ship is beautiful and modern. All areas were spotless and public areas were all comfortable. The Entertainment Director, Grant, was always seen with a smile and energetic in the events he was running. All staff was friendly and keenly interested in conversing with us and always making sure that

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My husband and I recently sailed in a very nice suite on the MS Rotterdam for two weeks, 6/8/24-6/22/24. Overall we were happy with our cruise and rate it 4/5. Ports visited included Rotterdam (embarkation -- we also spent several days in Amsterdam pre-cruise); ports in western Norway (Alesund, Trondheim, Honningsvag (Nordkap), Harstadt, and Bodo); and ports in eastern Scotland (Kirkwall,

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My wife, adult daughter and I have just completed a 14-Day North Cape & The Midnight Sun aboard the Rotterdam. This was our 6th cruise with HAL.We stayed in an obstructed view with balcony. The cabin was nice and the view was not that obstructed. We hardly spent any time on the balcony so was it worth getting? Probably not. The shower was large and plenty of storage space. Disappointingly

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The food service and quality were well below average. We have cruised on many other lines. The dit down dining was slow and the food just mediocre. You had to order all courses as soon as you were seated. Drinks, like iced tea, took 45 minutes after reminding the waiter numerous times. Alcohol took forever. A typical sit down dinner in the dining room took 90 minutes. The Pinnacle was better, but

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Embarkation and debarkation in Vancouver went really well for our cruise on the Koningsdam. The Crew were the best. Very attentive and were a big plus. We had an inside room which was very good. Very functional and no sound other than voices in the hall. People need to speak softer late at night. Food was average at best. The lido buffet is too small an area. Not enough variety compared to to

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