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Deck Plan
Deck 14
Garden Villas, Sports Court, Bimini Bar, Bimini Grill
Deck 13
Cagney's Steakhouse, jogging track, Star Bar, Teen Club, Video Zone, Youth Center
Deck 12
Passenger staterooms, fitness center, Garden Cafe, hot tubs, juice bar, T-Rex Kid's Pool, Oasis Pool, Topsiders Bar
Deck 11
Passenger staterooms, lap pool, Jacuzzi
Deck 10
Passenger staterooms
Deck 9
Passenger staterooms, Internet Cafe
Deck 8
Passenger staterooms, Blue Lagoon, Moderno Churrascaria
Deck 7
Taste of Asia, Boutiques, Java Cafe, Port o'Call, Sake Bar, Stardust Theater, Sushi and Sashimi Bar, Teppanyaki, Pearl Kings Pub
Deck 6
Passenger staterooms, Aqua dining room, Casino, Gatsby's, Havana Club, La Cucina, Le Bistro, Stardust Theater, Venetian dining room, Wine Cellar
Deck 5
Passenger staterooms, Stardust Theater
Deck 4
Passenger staterooms, medical center
CDC Ratings
2009 Rating 100
(Mar)
2009 Rating 94 (Sep)
2011 Rating 100 (Feb)
2011 Rating 99 (Aug)
2012 Rating 98 (Jun)
2012 Rating 100 (Oct)
Kids Only Areas
A complete renovation of the Kid's Crew and Teen Club feature new game systems, activities and sound and light. Also, a room dedicated for the Under 2 Zoo where parents can accompany their children under two and enjoy age appropriate activities.
T-Rex Kid's Center
Located on Deck 13 aft
Teen Club and Disco
Located on Deck 13 aft
Norwegian Dawn
This ship entered service at the end of 2002. She was originally intended to operate with Star Cruises under the name SuperStar Scorpio, but it was decided that she would be delivered to Star's subsidiary, Norwegian Cruise Line as Norwegian Dawn.
Norwegian Dawn was the first NCL vessel to utilize hull art. Originally planned as a way to further promote the vessel, the concept was extremely well received and hull art was incorporated to most other NCL vessels, with the exception of those vessels scheduled to transition out of the fleet within the next few years.
Norwegian Dawn underwent a multi-million dollar refurbishment in May 2011. Refurbishments include:
Relocation and total renovation of the Gift Shop, Art Gallery, Photo Gallery, Conference Center, Spinnaker Lounge and Blue Lagoon Restaurant; Enhancements to the Dawn Club Casino including new layout, fixed furniture and carpet; Aesthetic improvements in the Fitness area and Garden Café; Atrium Lobby refresh including new furniture in Java Café and plant replacement; Complete refurbishment of crew dining and recreation areas.
Specifications
Ship Class: Dawn
Launched: 2002
Refurbished: 2011
GRT: 92,200
Speed: 23 Knots
Passengers: 2,224
Accommodations
Every bed, in every stateroom, on every ship has upgraded linens, pillows, mattresses and memory foam mattress toppers. NCL offers Improved room service menu with more options.
All cabins are furnished with cherry wood finishing, television, refrigerator, safe, duvet, bath with shower and hair dryer.
Two 4,390 square foot Garden Villas - Three separate bedrooms, private garden with hot tub, and access to a private courtyard with pool.
Stateroom sizes
| Inside | 142 | Sq. ft. |
| Outside | 142-159 | Sq. ft. |
| Balcony | 207-223 | Sq. ft. w/veranda |
| Suite | 283 | Sq. ft. w/veranda |
| Garden Villa | 5850 | Sq. ft. w/veranda |
Dining Venues
Aqua and Venetian Restaurant
Main dining rooms located on Deck 6.
Blue Lagoon Restaurant
24-hour food court located on Deck 7 midship.
Garden Cafe
Family-friendly menu of omelets, pasta, souos, salads and ethnic specialties. There's also a special kid-sized section.
Java Cafe
Specialty coffees, teas, pastries, and cookies.
Sprinkles
Ice cream bar located poolside at the Oasis Deck 14 midshp.
Bimini Grill
Outdoor poolside grill featuring burger, pizza and more. Located on Deck 14.
Cagney's Steakhouse
Traditional steakhouse. $25.00 per guest. located on Deck 13.
Moderno Churrascaria
Specialty Restaurant located on Deck 8.
Le Bistro Restaurant
French gourmet fare. $20.00 per guest. Located on Deck 6.
La Cucina Restaurant
Casual atmosphere serving salads, pizza, desserts, wine and coffees. Located in Deck 6.
Bamboo Restaurant
Japanese, Chinese & Thai cuisine. Also featuring a Sushi and Sake bar offering items a la carte and Teppanyaki Room.
Room Service
Room Service is available 24-hours a day (There will be a delivery charge from Midnight - 5 am).
Notable Rooms
Stardust Theater
Main showroom located on decks five, six and seven.
Spinnaker Lounge
Spinnaker Lounge offers great daytime views and dancing at night.
The Pearly Kings Pub
Features large screen T.V's and draft beer (aft)
Gatsby's
Champagne bar.
Havana Club
Cigar bar.
Dazzles Night Club
Late-night dance club located on Deck 7.
Dawn Club Casino
Slots, cards, roulette and more. Located in Deck 6 forward.
Outdoor Features
Oasis Pool
Main pool and bar area located on Deck 14 midship.
T-Rex Kid's Pool
Located on Deck 12.
