Royal Caribbean Cruise Drink Packages

Royal Caribbean Drink Package Options 

1. The Deluxe Beverage Package (Most Popular)

The Deluxe Beverage Package is Royal Caribbean's most purchased cruise drink package. It covers unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages priced up to $17 per drink. This includes cocktails, spirits, beer, wine by the glass, sodas, juices, specialty coffees (Starbucks on select ships), and energy drinks.

What's included in the Deluxe Beverage Package:

• Cocktails, spirits, and mixed drinks (up to $17 per drink)
• Beer (including craft selections)
• Wine by the glass (up to $17 value)
• Premium non-alcoholic beverages and mocktails
• Starbucks and specialty coffee (on eligible ships)
• Bottled water, sodas, juices, and energy drinks
• Fresh-squeezed juices at select venues

Average price: $79–$109 per person, per day (pre-cruise purchase). Prices are significantly cheaper when bought before boarding vs. at the ship.

2. The Refreshment Package — Best for Non-Drinkers

The Refreshment Package is Royal Caribbean's non-alcoholic cruise drink package. It covers all non-alcoholic beverages including sodas, bottled water, specialty coffees, fresh-squeezed juices, mocktails, and smoothies. This is perfect for designated drivers, children (when purchased as an add-on for teens), and adults who prefer not to drink alcohol.

Average price: $28–$45 per person, per day (pre-cruise purchase).

3. The Classic Soda Package

The Classic Soda Package is the most affordable Royal Caribbean drink package, covering unlimited fountain sodas, soda water, and lemonade at any bar or restaurant onboard. You'll receive a Royal Caribbean souvenir cup to use throughout your sailing.

Average price: $12–$18 per person, per day.

4. The Coffee & More Package

Perfect for caffeine lovers, the Coffee & More Package covers unlimited specialty coffees from venues like Café Promenade and Seattle's Best Coffee or Starbucks on select ships. This includes lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, and more. Best value for those who need their daily coffee fix.

Is the Royal Caribbean Drink Package Worth It?

For most cruisers who drink 5 or more beverages per day (including coffees, sodas, and cocktails), the Deluxe Beverage Package pays for itself. A typical cocktail onboard costs $14–$17, a glass of wine $12–$16, and a specialty coffee $6–$9. At just five drinks per day, you'll exceed the package cost and enjoy unlimited beverages guilt-free for the rest of your cruise.

GetMyCruise tip: Always buy your Royal Caribbean cruise drink package before you sail. Pre-cruise pricing is typically 20–30% cheaper than buying onboard.

Royal Caribbean Drink Package Rules & Important Notes

• Drink packages must be purchased for all guests 21+ sharing a stateroom (unless one guest has a medical exemption)
• Packages are per person, per day, and cover the entire sailing
• Gratuities (18%) are included in all Royal Caribbean drink package prices
• Packages can be used at bars, restaurants, room service, and pool bars onboard
• Drinks over the $17 limit can be ordered but the difference is charged to your SeaPass account
• Packages do not cover drinks purchased in ports of call or at private island beach clubs (unless specified)