Holland America Line
Volendam
- Typically sails
- Canada / New England
Less ideal for
- Waterpark seekers
- Families needing guaranteed kids' programming
What makes it different
Why choose this ship
Lanai staterooms slide directly onto the walk-around Lower Promenade Deck
One of only five Holland America ships carrying Lanai staterooms
Ocean-view pickleball court plus a separate sports court aboard
Morimoto By Sea sits alongside Pinnacle Grill and Canaletto
Worth knowing
Watch outs
Things that may matter depending on your travel style — not criticisms.
- Kids Club for ages 3-17 is not available on all sailings
- Lanai staterooms open onto a public promenade, screened by one-way mirrored glass
- Sea View Pool is adults-only, so families share the Lido Pool
Facilities and activities
On board
Entertainment
- Wajang Theater
- Explorer's Lounge
- Piano Bar
- Ocean Bar
- Casino
Family facilities
- Kids Club, ages 3-17
- Sports Court
- Art Studio
Adults-only areas
- Sea View Pool
Spa & wellness
- Greenhouse Spa & Salon
- Thermal Suite
- Fitness Center
Notable facilities
- Lido pool
- Explorations Central
- Pinnacle Grill
- Crow's Nest observation lounge
Choosing a room
Cabins
Compare room options for your party.
- Lanai category includes reserved deck chairs on the Promenade Deck
- Six categories: Pinnacle, Neptune and Vista Suites, Lanai, Ocean View, Inside
- Inside staterooms stated at 143-225 square feet
- Neptune Suites stated at 465-502 square feet with Neptune Lounge access
Climate suitability
Indoor & outdoor
What is under cover and what is open to the weather — worth reading for Alaska and northern Europe.
- Lido Pool has a retractable glass roof, usable in cool weather
- Adults-only Sea View Pool offers open-air relaxation with ocean views
- Thermal Suite offers heated ceramic lounges in Turkish-bath style
Dining at a glance
Food & Dining
Food Strength
GOOD
A solid dining choice.
Historically strong; recent reviews show some inconsistency.
Main Dining
Average
How we rate food ▾
Food Strength is an editorial comparison across cruise ships generally — not just within this cruise line.
This dining assessment reflects broader Holland America Line patterns where ship-specific evidence is limited. Individual venues and experiences vary by ship.
Reviews & Traveler Perspective
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From other cruisers
What cruisers are saying
Independent videos covering the ship, activities, food and practical tips.
Ship tour
VOLENDAM Decked! A Top To Bottom Tour Of Holland America's Oldest Ship
Peter Knego's MidShipCinema · YouTube
Food
Holland America Volendam - New England & Canada - Lido Deck Food Options
Romping Rumpys · YouTube
Practical tips
EMBARKATION DAY | HOLLAND AMERICA VOLENDAM
Sharon at Sea Travel · YouTube
Videos by independent YouTube creators.
Where it goes
Routes on this ship
The route profiles Galythia holds for Volendam.
Indicative only
Reference price
US$2,164 pp
7-night Canada / New England
Planning reference · Not a live fare
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Where this ship information comes from ▾
Ship facts above are read from the cruise line's own pages, and from an established secondary reference only where an official page returned nothing.