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Koningsdam is part of Holland America's fleet, built to the Pinnacle class. Below are the verified basics; sailings, itineraries, cabins and the current rate change constantly, one call to a specialist confirms exactly what's open for your dates, with today's fare.

The basics, verified

Ship classPinnacle
Entered service2016
Guests2,650
Gross tonnage99,500

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The ship at a glance

The lead ship of Holland America's flagship Pinnacle Class, christened by Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, Koningsdam pairs a music-and-design theme with the line's most ambitious dining and entertainment line-up. Named decks honour composers, Beethoven, Gershwin, Mozart, Schubert, and the ship centres on the two-story World Stage theatre and the multi-venue Music Walk. A 2026 dry dock refreshed the live-music spaces.

Who it's for

Aimed squarely at Holland America's core: mature, well-travelled guests who choose a premium mid-size ship for its culinary depth and live-music program over waterslides and crowds. A strong fit for couples, music lovers and multi-generational family groups who still want a refined, unhurried atmosphere.

Where & when it sails

This ship sails seasonally across the regions below. Exact dates and ports are confirmed on the call.

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Food & dining

9 places to eat, 5 included in your fare, 4 specialty.

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Dining Room

Main dining
Included

The elegant two-deck main Dining Room serving rotating multi-course menus with both fixed and open seating.

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Lido Market

Buffet
Included

Bright marketplace-style buffet on the Lido Deck with made-to-order and grab-and-go stations.

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Pinnacle Grill

Specialty
Extra

The line's signature steak-and-seafood restaurant, the fleet's flagship specialty room.

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Tamarind

Specialty
Extra

Pan-Asian dining drawing on the flavours of Southeast Asia, China and Japan, paired with the Nami sushi bar.

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Canaletto

Specialty
Extra

Relaxed Italian restaurant tucked into the Lido, serving shareable classics family-style.

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Rudi's Sel de Mer

Specialty
Extra

A French-style seafood brasserie created with master chef Rudi Sodamin.

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Dive-In

Casual
Included

Poolside grill turning out made-to-order gourmet burgers and hot dogs by the Lido Pool.

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New York Deli & Pizza

Casual
Included

Casual spot for New York-style pizza, sandwiches and deli fare.

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Grand Dutch Cafe

Casual
Included

A cosy Dutch cafe pouring specialty coffees and Netherlands-inspired bites and beers in the atrium.

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Things to do

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Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Full-service spa and salon with a thermal suite, hydro-pool and treatment menu.

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Lido Pool

Central pool sheltered under a retractable glass dome for all-weather swimming.

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Sea View Pool

Aft pool and terrace open to the ship's wake for adults-oriented relaxation.

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Culinary programming

Hands-on cooking demonstrations and tastings through Holland America's culinary and EXC enrichment program.

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Pickleball

Ocean-view sport court, part of the fleetwide pickleball roll-out.

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Fitness Center

Ocean-view gym with cardio, strength equipment and group classes.

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Entertainment & nightlife

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World Stage

The two-story main theatre wrapped in a panoramic 270-degree LED screen for immersive shows.

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Rolling Stone Rock Room

A live band plays a Rolling Stone-curated songbook of rock classics (rebranded Rolling Stone Lounge in the 2026 refresh).

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Billboard Onboard

Dueling pianos running through chart hits across the decades.

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B.B. King's Blues Club

A Memphis-style band brings soul, blues and R&B to the Music Walk late into the night.

Kids, teens & families

Supervised, age-tiered youth programmes: Kids Club (3-6), Tweens (7-11) and Teens (12-17), plus a 'High Score!' arcade. Programming runs on select sailings and is lighter on adult-oriented itineraries.

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Kids Club

3-6

Supervised arts and crafts, sports and games.

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Tweens

7-11

Arts and crafts, sports, gaming tournaments and movie nights.

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Teens

12-17

Sports, group games, movie nights and a dedicated hangout.

Holland America's kids clubs run fleet-wide; exact venues and hours for your ship and dates are confirmed on the call.

Districts & zones

Music WalkWorld StageLido PoolSea View PoolThe Retreat cabanasGrand Dutch CafeNeptune LoungeCasino

Decks & layout

Passenger decks12

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