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Carnival Paradise

4.6

15 Reviews

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Overview

Carnival Paradise is 10 decks of pure fun and all you would want in a cruise ship.

Start with spacious and comfortable staterooms where you’ll find a clean space to unwind from a day spent poolside or sliding down one of the waterslides. Children onboard will also be completely entertained at the video arcade and the clubrooms made just for them. The lido deck restaurant is always bustling, offering great and diverse food options ‘round the clock.

This is what we call paradise, Carnival Paradise.


Quick Facts

Year Built

1998

Refurbished

2018

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Godmother

Paula Zahn

Passenger Capacity

2,124

Crew

920

Passenger to Crew Ratio

2.31

The Reviews Are In

Carnival Cruise Line Paradise ship exterior.

4.6

Based on 15 reviews

15 Reviews

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Jan 27, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Mr. O’Conner and Mr. Dalmatio made our evening dining experience fantastic. We were at table 406.

Pros: Main dining room

Cons: Rained in Cozumel

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Jan 26, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Mr. O’Conner and Mr. Dalmatio made our evening dining experience fantastic. We were at table 406.

Pros: Main dining room

Cons: Rained in Cozumel

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Sep 21, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

I enjoyed the cruise and all it had to offer. The staff was awesome and the food was generally pretty good. Activities were abundant and fun and/or informative. I would like to recognize Mark, our stateroom attendant, for maintaining our room meticulously... thank you, Mark! I would also like to recognize Carlos, our dining host, for his professionalism, courtesy and the extremely helpful tips he provided the evening before we docked in Cozumel... thank you, Carlos!

Pros: Great service, good food, plenty to do

Cons: Only one pool that was very crowded

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

4

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Sep 20, 2023

5 out of 5 stars

We had the best staff for our late dinner, Sovi, Megan and Tutu. They were so knowledgeable of the menu, accommodating to our requests and FUN! Our stateroom attendant I Gede was also very sweet and accommodating. Our room was always spick and span!

Pros: Toms of activities and fun to be had

Cons: Not enough time to do everything

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Aug 23, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Some confusion going through security at boarding because they did not allow us to bring the distilled water on board that we carried with the CPAP machine. Instructions need to be clearer so we don't go to the bother of carrying it just to have it tossed. There are so many people that made our trip special. From Pepito our Stateroom attendant to the dining staff: Savio, Leeroy, Fergi and Rameesh. Jersey Mike and Andy were so fun! The entire Camp Ocean team were outstanding including Anna and Tutu. There was one lady down at disembarkation that saw we were struggling with a five year old and a senior. She called us her special VIP's and bumped us to the head of the line. I wish that I knew her name. It was a wonderful vacation. The stateroom was comfortable and we felt safe the entire time. Thank you!

Pros: Ease of embarking and disembarking, Casualness, Food, Guys Burger joint, Hub App was very handy,

Cons: More seafood offerings, More instruction on Hub App., Limited to one beverage every five minutes on the cheers program, We were told to bring red or blue but never advised when to wear it.

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Apr 1, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

This was our first time cruising on Carnival. We have always down Norwegian in the past. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed my experience on the Carnival Paradise. The staff was great, friendly and enthusiastic. One small issue on embarkation was that as a suite we were told we could get to our room as soon as we were on board, this was not the case however so we did have to take our carry on baggage around the ship. But once we were able to get to the room we definitely were blown away at the size of it. Our stewardess was wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed. The ship was very clean and the staff does a great job maintaining her and sanitation of high touch areas was definitely on point. The buffet is rather small but everything we had was fresh and had good flavor. My understanding is that most people eat in the main dining rooms for dinner, we did not however go there through the cruise except for brunch which was delicious. Over all I would definitely sail her again.

Pros: Small ship, great itinerary

Cons: Small ship and a small buffet

Accommodations

5

Activities

4

Entertainment

4

Food

4

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

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Deck Plans

Deck 15 - Sun

Deck 14 - Grand

Deck 12 - Sports

Deck 11 - Verandah

Deck 10 - Lido

Deck 9 - Promenade

Deck 8 - Atlantic

Deck 7 - Empress

Deck 6 - Upper

Deck 5 - Main

Deck 4 - Riviera

Activities & Amenities

BlueIguana Cantina
BlueIguana Cantina
Guy's Burger Joint
Guy's Burger Joint
Dining Room
Dining Room
Pizza Delivery
Pizza Delivery
Lido Restaurant
Lido Restaurant
Swirls
Room Service
The Chef's Table
7
All Dining
Piano Bar
Piano Bar
Cheers Zero Proof
Cheers Zero Proof
Casino Bar
Casino Bar
Liquor
Liquor
Cheers
Cheers
Vineyards
Redfrog Rum Bar
BlueIguana Tequila Bar
3
All Bars & Lounges
The Punchliner Comedy Club
The Punchliner Comedy Club
Military Appreciation
Military Appreciation
Atrium
Atrium
Live Music
Live Music
Karaoke
Karaoke
Nightclub
Art Auctions
Deal Or No Deal
All Entertainment & Nightlife
Bingo
Bingo
Carnival Players Club
Carnival Players Club
Slots
Slots
Table Games
Table Games
Poker
Poker
Scratch-Offs
Majestic Casino
Onboard Internet
Onboard Internet
Art Exhibitions
Art Exhibitions
Holidays Aboard
Holidays Aboard
Art Seminars
Art Seminars
Games
Games
Video Arcade
Art Games
Library
4
All Onboard Activities
Serenity Adult Only Retreat
Serenity Adult Only Retreat
Pools
Pools
Mini Golf
Mini Golf
Groove For St. Jude
Groove For St. Jude
Twister Waterslide
Twister Waterslide
Sailaway Party
Waterworks
Kids' Menus
Kids' Menus
Kids' Meals for Campers
Kids' Meals for Campers
Night Owls
Night Owls
Camp Ocean
Camp Ocean
Club O2
Club O2
Circle C
Build A Bear Workshop At Sea
Art & Crafts
6
All Kids & Teens
Massage
Massage
Zspa
Zspa
Facial Treatments
Facial Treatments
Men's Services
Men's Services
Hair & Beauty Salon
Hair & Beauty Salon
Fitness Classes
Fitness Center
Cloud 9 Spa
All Wellness
Fine Jewelry
Fine Jewelry
Beauty
Beauty
Watches
Watches
Accessories
Accessories
Apparel
Apparel
The Fun Shops
The Fun Shops

Staterooms

Deluxe / Suite Stateroom Guarantee
Deluxe / Suite Stateroom Guarantee

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your r...

Junior Suite (Obstructed View)
Junior Suite (Obstructed View)

on

Deck 11

Size approx. 220 sq. ft. Balcony: 30 sq. ft.As you step into a Junior Suite, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into luxury. With more indoor space for stretching out and an outdoor balcony made for fresh air and great views, tr...

Grand Suite Extended Balcony
Grand Suite Extended Balcony

on

Deck 6

Size approx.: 330 sq. ft. Balcony approx.: 90 sq. ft. When you go for one of the largest, most luxurious rooms — and balcony — available on Carnival Paradise, you get a room designed to suit your desire for comfort, inside and out. Ad...

Grand Vista Suite
Grand Vista Suite

on

Deck 14

The Grand Vista Suite is the biggest, located on the uppermost deck... and all this altitude has a way of also elevating the view. As do floor-to-ceiling windows that make sure nothing gets in the way. Even more convenience and comfort come stan...

Junior Suite
Junior Suite

on

Deck 14

Size approx. 220 sq. ft. Balcony: 30 sq. ft.As you step into a Junior Suite, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into luxury. With more indoor space for stretching out and an outdoor balcony made for fresh air and great views, tr...

Grand Suite
Grand Suite

on

Deck 6

Size approx.: 330 sq. ft. Balcony: 70 sq. ft.A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Paradise features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a hug...

Junior Suite
Junior Suite

on

Deck 11

Size approx. 220 sq. ft. Balcony: 30 sq. ft.As you step into a Junior Suite, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into luxury. With more indoor space for stretching out and an outdoor balcony made for fresh air and great views, tr...

Balcony Stateroom Guarantee
Balcony Stateroom Guarantee

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your reservation has been complete...

Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom

on

Deck 5

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. plus balcony.Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Paradise. Any time you're in your room, you'r...

Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom

on

Deck 6Deck 5

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. plus balcony.Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Paradise. Any time you're in your room, you'r...

Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom

on

Deck 7

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. plus balcony.Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Paradise. Any time you're in your room, you'r...

Balcony Stateroom
Balcony Stateroom

on

Deck 7

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. plus balcony.Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Paradise. Any time you're in your room, you'r...

Aft-View Extended Balcony Stateroom
Aft-View Extended Balcony Stateroom

on

Deck 7Deck 6

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. plus larger balcony.Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space; not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get rea...

Oceanview Stateroom Guarantee
Oceanview Stateroom Guarantee

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your r...

Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom

on

Deck 7Deck 6

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to a queen or king), picture window, chair and coffee table, individual climate control, wall-safe, closet, private bathroom with shower, telephone, and a 20" flat-screen TV.

Scenic Oceanview Stateroom
Scenic Oceanview Stateroom

on

Deck 14

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.The Scenic Ocean View stateroom provides the best view of the sea that lies ahead of the ship, with views unlike any on land. And you'll get more of them, too, with floor-to-ceiling windows providing plenty of looking...

Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom

on

Deck 7

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to a queen or king), picture window, chair and coffee table, individual climate control, wall-safe, closet, private bathroom with shower, telephone, and a 20" flat-screen TV.

Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom

on

Deck 6Deck 5

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. Two twin beds (convert to a queen or king), picture window, chair and coffee table, individual climate control, wall-safe, closet, private bathroom with shower, telephone, and a 20" flat-screen TV.

Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom

on

Deck 5Deck 4

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to a queen or king), picture window, chair and coffee table, individual climate control, wall-safe, closet, private bathroom with shower, telephone, and a 20" flat-screen TV.

Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview Stateroom

on

Deck 4

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft. Two twin beds (convert to a queen or king), picture window, chair and coffee table, individual climate control, wall-safe, closet, private bathroom with shower, telephone, and a 20" flat-screen TV.

Interior Stateroom Guarantee
Interior Stateroom Guarantee

With this selection, you are guaranteed to receive a stateroom within a selected category class, anywhere on the ship. However, the actual room assignment and location on the ship may be determined at any time after your r...

Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom

on

Deck 14Deck 11

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...

Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom

on

Deck 7

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...

Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom

on

Deck 7Deck 6

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...

Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom

on

Deck 6Deck 5

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...

Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom

on

Deck 5Deck 4

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...

Interior Stateroom
Interior Stateroom

on

Deck 4

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out the comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a lo...

Interior Stateroom (Porthole Window)
Interior Stateroom (Porthole Window)

on

Deck 7Deck 6Deck 5Deck 4

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Two twin beds (convert to king). Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Two porthole windows. A pair of round windows in your room give you the classic seafarer's view times two, a view of the ocean wi...

Interior Stateroom (Upper / Lower)
Interior Stateroom (Upper / Lower)

on

Deck 7Deck 6Deck 4

Size approx.: 185 sq. ft.Twin bed and one upper pullman. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. These staterooms are great for a pair of cruisers on a budget, creatively maximizing space with a different layout — featuring one...

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