Decks on Icon of the Seas: Quick Scoop

Icon of the Seas has 20 guest decks, running roughly from Deck 2 up to Deck 20, with no Deck 13, and different areas themed into neighborhoods like Thrill Island, Chill Island, Surfside, and more. Below is a clear, skimmable breakdown to help you picture the ship and plan where you might want your cabin or daily hangout.

Fast facts about the decks

• Total decks: About 20 guest-access decks (Deck 2–Deck 20).
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• No Deck 13: Royal Caribbean skips 13 on Icon, so it jumps from 12 to 14.
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• Neighborhood concept: 8 themed zones: AquaDome, Central Park, Chill Island, Thrill Island, Royal Promenade, The Hideaway, Surfside, Suite Neighborhood.
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• Lower decks: Dining rooms, theater, medical center, gangway.
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• Mid decks: Royal Promenade, entertainment, ice arena, spa, fitness, many cabins.
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• Upper decks: Waterpark-style slides, pools, sun decks, and top-of-ship attractions.
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Deck-by-deck overview (simplified)

This is a traveler-friendly, high-level guide — exact venues and numbering can vary by sailing and official deck plan updates.[3][4]

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Deck	Main use	What you’ll typically find
Deck 2	Embarkation & services	Gangways, access up via escalators, crew/service corridors; mainly functional space for getting on and off.
Deck 3	Dining & theater	Main dining room section, My Time dining area, part of the Royal Theater, conference space, medical center access.
Deck 4	Dining & entertainment	More main dining, Royal Theater portion, music/entertainment venues like Music Hall levels, bars and lounges.
Deck 5	Royal Promenade hub	Central promenade with bars, cafés, shops, Pearl feature, connection to Absolute Zero (ice arena) and running track access.
Deck 6	Promenade & activities	Upper levels of Absolute Zero, fitness center space, more promenade venues, additional bars and entertainment.
Deck 7	Cabins & quiet zones	Primarily staterooms (interior, ocean view, balcony); a good “buffer” deck between busier public areas.
Deck 8	Central Park & cabins	Outdoor Central Park–style area with greenery and restaurants, plus staterooms around the park and along the sides.
Deck 9	Cabins	Mix of suites, balcony cabins, ocean view, and interior stateroom grades depending on exact location.
Deck 10	Cabins	Mainly staterooms of various types (interior, ocean view, balcony, some suites), quieter residential feel.
Deck 11	Cabins	Similar to Deck 10: mostly staterooms, including many balcony cabins and some premium categories.
Deck 12	Cabins & spa (multi-deck)	Staterooms plus part of the Vitality Spa complex which spans more than one deck.
Deck 13	Skipped	No Deck 13 on Icon of the Seas.
Deck 14	Cabins	Primarily staterooms, plus access to upper sections of spa/relaxation areas in some layouts.
Deck 15	Pools & Hideaway	Hideaway neighborhood with infinity pool at the aft, pool deck areas, bars, lounging spaces with ocean views.
Deck 16	Chill / Thrill zones	Upper pool areas, waterslide structures continuing up, sun decks, and activity spaces (varies by final layout).
Deck 17	Suite Neighborhood	Exclusive suite-area sun decks, pools, and dedicated venues for suite guests in the Suite Neighborhood.
Deck 18	More Suite / sun deck	Additional suite-only outdoor areas and top-level loungers, often quieter and more private.
Deck 19	Top outdoor spaces	Uppermost outdoor relaxation zones, walking/viewing areas depending on final configuration.
Deck 20	Waterslide tops	Launch points and tops of the big water slides, including tower structures for family tube slides and thrill slides.

Key neighborhoods by deck area

To really “get” Icon of the Seas, think in neighborhoods rather than just deck numbers.

• AquaDome (forward, upper decks): Glass-enclosed space with entertainment and water shows, giving big ocean views by day and productions by night.
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• Thrill Island (upper decks): Water slides, adrenaline attractions, and more theme-park- style fun up near the top of the ship.
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• Chill Island (pool decks): Multiple pools and lounging areas spread across the main pool levels.
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• Royal Promenade (mid decks, around 5–6): Central indoor street with bars, restaurants, shops, and signature “Pearl” feature.
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• Surfside (family-focused mid/upper decks): Family-oriented neighborhood with kid-friendly water play and venues.
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• Central Park (around Deck 8): Open-air garden with specialty dining and a calmer evening vibe.
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• The Hideaway (aft, pool + party vibe): Infinity pool and bar overlooking the wake, with a beach-club feel on a higher deck.
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• Suite Neighborhood (upper decks 17+): Private pool, sun decks, and dining for suite guests.
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Forum-style notes & tips

“Deck 8 vs 7 on Icon?” – A common forum question is whether to stay on the Central Park deck (8) or just below on 7 for quiet and price.[8]

Typical discussion points cruisers bring up:

1. Noise & location: Many people report minimal noise issues between 7 and 8 and suggest choosing based on price and personal preference.
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2. Central Park feel: Deck 8 cabins that open toward Central Park give an inward-facing, garden-style atmosphere that some guests love for evening strolls and dining.
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3. Getting around: Mid-ship, mid-level decks (7–10) often mean shorter elevator rides whether you’re going up to pools or down to dining.
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Latest info & where to double-check

Because Icon of the Seas is new and details evolve, always pull the current official deck plan before booking or planning cabin locations. Royal Caribbean’s site lets you select your sailing date and view an interactive deck map showing exact venues, stateroom categories, and accessible areas.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.