MS Koningsdam is a Pinnacle-class cruise ship operated by Holland America Line (HAL), a division of Carnival Corporation & plc. Koningsdam is the lead vessel of HAL's Pinnacle class and the first to be named after the King of the Netherlands, her sister ships include Nieuw Statendam (2018) and Rotterdam (2021), all of which were built by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. Koningsdam entered service in 2016. Koningsdam is a Pinnacle-class cruise ship operated by Holland America Line. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Koningsdam with other Holland America Line ships before booking.
Koningsdam Cruise Ship Guide
Holland America Line · Pinnacle-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
Koningsdam at a glanceHolland America LinePinnacle-class cruise shipSeaDays guide
Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Holland America Line
- Ship class
- Pinnacle-class cruise ship
- Entered service
- 2016
- Gross tonnage
- 99,840 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 2,660 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 1,053
- Length
- 300 m
- Beam
- 35 m
What makes this ship notable
MS Koningsdam is a Pinnacle-class cruise ship operated by Holland America Line (HAL), a division of Carnival Corporation & plc. Koningsdam is the lead vessel of HAL's Pinnacle class and the first to be named after the King of the Netherlands, her sister ships include Nieuw Statendam (2018) and Rotterdam (2021), all of which were built by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri.
Highlights
- MS Koningsdam is a Pinnacle-class cruise ship operated by Holland America Line (HAL), a division of Carnival Corporation & plc.
- Koningsdam is the lead vessel of HAL's Pinnacle class and the first to be named after the King of the Netherlands, her.
Practical planning
Use Koningsdam’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Holland America Line for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Koningsdam in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Koningsdam?
Koningsdam is operated by Holland America Line.
When did Koningsdam enter service?
Koningsdam entered service in 2016.
What class is Koningsdam?
Koningsdam is a Pinnacle-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Koningsdam carry?
Catalog capacity is 2,660 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Koningsdam?
Verified catalog specs list Koningsdam at 99,840 GT, 300 m long, 35 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Koningsdam?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
Related ships
- Rotterdam cruise ship guide
- Nieuw Statendam cruise ship guide
- Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship guide
- Eurodam cruise ship guide
- Noordam cruise ship guide
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