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Princess Cruises upgrades
Princess Cruises offers an upgrade program: eligible guests can place a bid to upgrade to a higher stateroom category (for example Interior to Ocean View, or Balcony to Suite), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
Check your Princess Cruises upgrade eligibility
See if your booking can be upgraded — enter your booking reference and last name in a secure form, right in the chat. Your details are never shared with the assistant.
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- Bid UpgradeOpen page →
Offer an amount within a set range to upgrade to a higher cabin or cabin category. You're only charged if your bid is accepted — if it loses, there's no charge.
- Cabin upgrade paths
- Interior → Ocean View · Ocean View → Balcony · Balcony → Suite
- How to upgrade
- Visit Princess Cruises's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.princess.com/en-us/plan/princess-cruise-room-upgrade
- Loyalty program
- Captain's Circle
From Princess Cruises's own upgrade pages
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Source: princess.com · checked Aug 3, 2026
“eligibility FAQs How does Princess Upgrade work? Bidding eligibility FAQs Make your cruise experience even better with just a bid The Princess Upgrade program gives you the opportunity to bid for a stateroom upgrade at a price you’re willing to pay. How does Princess Upgrade work? Check whether your…”
Source: princess.com · checked Aug 3, 2026
“additional cost. *The credit card you initially provided to secure the bid will not be charged. Get started Bid your way into a premium stateroom and enjoy elevated accommodations on your next Princess cruise. Easily place your upgrade bid through the Princess app and let the excitement begin. Biddi…”
Source: princess.com · checked Aug 3, 2026
Frequently asked
Does Princess Cruises offer upgrades?
Princess Cruises offers an upgrade program: eligible guests can place a bid to upgrade to a higher stateroom category (for example Interior to Ocean View, or Balcony to Suite), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
What upgrade options does Princess Cruises offer?
Princess Cruises offers Bid Upgrade. Upgrade paths cover Interior → Ocean View; Ocean View → Balcony; Balcony → Suite.
How does Princess Cruises's bid (offer) upgrade work?
You name an amount — within a range shown for your booking — to move up to a higher cabin. It's an offer, not a fixed price: you're only charged if Princess Cruises accepts it. If your offer isn't accepted you pay nothing and keep your original seat.
How do I check if my Princess Cruises booking can be upgraded?
Check your specific booking with Upgrade Agent: enter your booking reference and last name and you'll see the upgrade options and price ranges available on your flights — you don't need to dig through Princess Cruises's website. Visit Princess Cruises's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.princess.com/en-us/plan/princess-cruise-room-upgrade
Who is eligible for a Princess Cruises upgrade?
Eligibility depends on your fare type, route, and how close to departure you are — not every fare or flight qualifies, and offers usually open within a window before departure. The reliable way to know is to check your specific booking rather than assume.
When am I charged for a Princess Cruises upgrade?
Only if your offer is accepted. With bid upgrades the charge happens when the upgrade is confirmed — typically in the days before departure. If your offer isn't accepted, there's no charge.
How will I know if my Princess Cruises upgrade offer was accepted?
Princess Cruises notifies you — usually by email — if your offer is accepted, typically shortly before departure. Until then your original booking stands, and you can review your offer's status where you submitted it.
Can I change or cancel my Princess Cruises upgrade offer?
A pending offer can usually be changed or cancelled any time before it's accepted, from the page where you submitted it. Once an offer is accepted and charged, the upgrade is confirmed.
How much does a Princess Cruises upgrade cost?
There's no fixed price — you offer within a range shown for your booking, which varies by route, cabin, and demand. You choose where in that range to bid; higher offers can have a better chance of being accepted, though the exact acceptance formula isn't published.
Can I use Captain's Circle points or miles for a Princess Cruises upgrade?
Princess Cruises's loyalty program is Captain's Circle. Depending on the route and the offer shown on your booking, upgrades may be payable with points/miles as well as cash — the options available appear when you check your specific booking.
What cabins can I upgrade to on Princess Cruises?
Upgrade paths on Princess Cruises cover Interior → Ocean View; Ocean View → Balcony; Balcony → Suite. The exact options depend on your booked cabin and the specific flight.