Icon of the Seas Deck 5: Royal Promenade, Royal Theater and Absolute Zero
Deck 5 is the lower level of the Royal Promenade on Icon of the Seas and the deck where most guests step aboard. The Royal Theater is up front, Sorrento’s, Starbucks and the guest desks line the Promenade, and the main Dining Room and Absolute Zero fill the back. There are no staterooms on Deck 5.
Written by Favorite Grampy (Manny Oliverez), Favorite Grampy Travels · Last Updated: October 18, 2026
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What Is on Deck 5 of Icon of the Seas?
Deck 5 on Icon of the Seas is the lower level of the Royal Promenade, the ship’s indoor main street, and it’s where most guests step aboard. The Royal Theater sits up front. Along the Promenade you’ll find Sorrento’s, Starbucks, Spotlight Karaoke, the 1400 Lobby Bar, Point & Feather and the base of The Pearl. The back of the deck holds the top level of the main Dining Room and the rink at Absolute Zero.
There are no staterooms on Deck 5. Even so, it’s a deck every family uses: you board here, eat dinner here and see the big shows here. Deck 5 is one of 18 decks in our Icon of the Seas deck plans guide.
Deck 5 Key Facts at a Glance
| Deck 5 Detail | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Neighborhood | Royal Promenade (lower level) |
| Staterooms | None |
| Boarding | Most guests step aboard on Deck 5 by the 1400 Lobby Bar, across the Promenade from The Pearl |
| Dining included in your fare | Sorrento’s pizza and the top level of the main Dining Room |
| Extra cost | Starbucks, the shops, private karaoke rooms and drinks at the bars |
| Bars and lounges | 1400 Lobby Bar, Point & Feather and Spotlight Karaoke |
| Shows | The Royal Theater and the Absolute Zero ice arena, both included |
| Also here | Fitness Center (lower level), the outdoor Running Track, Guest Services, and the Crown & Anchor Society and Next Cruise desks |
| Deck above | Deck 6: the upper Royal Promenade, with Adventure Ocean at the back |
| Deck below | Deck 4: the casino, Music Hall and staterooms |
Icon of the Seas Deck 5 Deck Plan
Read the Deck 5 plan from front to back. The Fitness Center fills the bow, and the Royal Theater sits just behind it, ahead of the forward elevators. The outdoor Running Track circles the whole deck, running past the lifeboats on both sides and around the back of the ship.
Past the forward elevators, the Royal Promenade begins. Shops, Sorrento’s and The Pearl line one side, with Guest Services farther back. Spotlight Karaoke and Starbucks are on the other side, then the escalator down to Decks 4 and 2, the boarding area with the 1400 Lobby Bar, and Point & Feather. The Crown & Anchor Society and Next Cruise desks sit near the aft elevators.
Behind the aft elevators is the top level of the main Dining Room. Absolute Zero fills the very back of the deck, with arena seating wrapped around the rink.
What You’ll Find on Deck 5
The Royal Promenade
- The Pearl: the giant sculpture starts here and rises to Deck 8. A staircase inside it climbs to Pearl Cafe on Deck 6.
- Sorrento’s: pizza by the slice, included in your fare. Beer costs extra. It stays open late into the night; check the Royal app for hours.
- Starbucks: extra cost. Royal Caribbean says its drink packages don’t cover Starbucks.
- 1400 Lobby Bar: the cocktail bar where you step aboard, with seats inside and on an outdoor terrace by the ocean. Drinks cost extra.
- Point & Feather: an English pub with darts and live guitar music. Drinks cost extra.
- Spotlight Karaoke: the karaoke bar, included in your fare. Private karaoke rooms can be reserved for a fee.
- Guest Services and the loyalty desks: Guest Services, the Crown & Anchor Society desk and the Next Cruise desk are all here.
Shows, Dining and Fitness
- Royal Theater: the main theater, home of The Wizard of Oz, a production you’ll only see on Icon. Included in your fare.
- Absolute Zero: the rink and its seating are on Deck 5, and you walk in from the entrance on Deck 6. Ice shows and open skating are included.
- Dining Room: the main dining room spans Decks 3, 4 and 5, and Deck 5 is its top level. Included in your fare.
- Fitness Center: the lower level of the two-level gym, included. Some classes cost extra.
- Running Track: the outdoor track that circles Deck 5, included.
Cabins Near Deck 5: What to Know Before You Book
Deck 5 has no staterooms, and neither does Deck 6 above it, so no cabin sits directly over Deck 5. The closest cabins are on Deck 4 below.
If you’re comparing rooms on Deck 4, ask us to check what sits around them. Guest reviews flag a few Deck 4 cabins near Music Hall, a live-music venue. Nothing on Deck 5 itself shows up in those reviews.
Which Part of Deck 5 Fits Your Family?
Here’s how we think about it for families:
- Boarding day: The Pearl and the 1400 Lobby Bar, right where you step aboard.
- A family show night: The Wizard of Oz in the Royal Theater, or an ice show at Absolute Zero.
- A pizza run: Sorrento’s, included in your fare.
- The singers in the family: Spotlight Karaoke.
- Early risers: a few laps on the Running Track.
Is Deck 5 a Good Deck for Families?
Yes, Deck 5 is a deck every family on Icon of the Seas uses, even though nobody sleeps on it. You’ll board here, eat in the main Dining Room, see shows at the Royal Theater and Absolute Zero, and grab pizza at Sorrento’s, all included in your fare.
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Icon of the Seas has been sailing from Miami since January 2024, with a Category 6 waterpark, Surfside for the little ones and eight neighborhoods to explore in one week. Tell us your dates and who’s coming, and a Favorite Grampy Travels cruise advisor will find the stateroom and sailing that fit your family.
How to Get Around From Deck 5
- Up to the upper Promenade (Deck 6): climb the staircase inside The Pearl, or the stairs along the Promenade.
- Down to the casino (Deck 4): take the escalator across from The Pearl, by the 1400 Lobby Bar. On port days it also runs down to the gangway on Deck 2.
- Up to Surfside (Deck 7): ride the aft elevators two decks up to the family neighborhood.
- Up to Central Park (Deck 8): ride the elevators three decks up for dinner in the park.
- Up to the pools (Deck 15): ride the elevators up to Chill Island and the AquaDome.
Icon of the Seas Ship Facts
| Fact | Icon of the Seas |
|---|---|
| Deck numbers | 2 through 20, with no Deck 13 |
| Neighborhoods | 8 |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 5,610 |
| Crew | About 2,350 |
| Pools | 7 |
| Waterslides | 6, in the Category 6 waterpark |
| Length | 1,198 feet |
| Home port | Miami, Florida, with a planned move to Galveston, Texas, in August 2027 |
Until its move to Galveston in August 2027, Icon of the Seas sails seven-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises round trip from Miami. Every one of those Miami sailings stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas. For the bigger picture, read our Icon of the Seas ship overview and our Royal Caribbean page, or see how our cruise vacation planning works.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Icon of the Seas Deck 5
What is on Deck 5 of Icon of the Seas?
Deck 5 on Icon of the Seas is the lower level of the Royal Promenade, with no staterooms. The Royal Theater and the Fitness Center are up front, and the Promenade holds Sorrento’s, Starbucks, Spotlight Karaoke, the 1400 Lobby Bar, Point & Feather, Guest Services and the base of The Pearl. The top level of the main Dining Room and the Absolute Zero rink fill the back. What that means for your family: boarding, dinner and the big shows all happen on this one deck.
Where do you board Icon of the Seas?
Most guests step aboard Icon of the Seas on Deck 5, into the lobby by the 1400 Lobby Bar, just across the Royal Promenade from The Pearl. Guest Services is a short walk away, and an escalator across from The Pearl runs down to the casino on Deck 4 and the port-day gangway on Deck 2. In fact, it’s the easiest meeting spot of the whole trip. I tell families to agree on “meet at The Pearl” before anyone wanders off on boarding day.
Is Sorrento’s pizza included on Icon of the Seas?
Yes, Sorrento’s pizza on Icon of the Seas is included in your cruise fare. It’s on Deck 5 along the Royal Promenade, near the forward end, and beer is the only thing on the menu that costs extra. It stays open late into the night, so check the Royal app for hours on your sailing. The truth is, a slice of pizza at 10 p.m. has rescued plenty of tired grandkids after a late show.
Where is the main dining room on Icon of the Seas?
The main Dining Room on Icon of the Seas spans Decks 3, 4 and 5 at the back of the ship, and Deck 5 is its top level. Meals there are included in your cruise fare, and Royal Caribbean simply calls it the Dining Room. It sits just behind the aft elevators on Deck 5, a short walk from Absolute Zero. Here’s what I tell families: pick a dining time that fits the youngest grandchild, because a sleepy six-year-old won’t make a late seating.
Is Starbucks included in the drink package on Icon of the Seas?
No, Starbucks on Icon of the Seas is not covered by Royal Caribbean’s drink packages. Royal Caribbean calls it the one venue outside the packages, so you pay for each drink with your SeaPass card. Starbucks is on Deck 5 along the Royal Promenade. In other words, if a coffee lover in your group plans on a daily Starbucks run, add it to the budget. We help families decide which drink package, if any, makes sense before they sail.
What deck is the Royal Theater on Icon of the Seas?
The Royal Theater on Icon of the Seas is at the front of the ship, and its upper level is on Deck 5, just behind the Fitness Center. The theater spans Decks 4 and 5. It’s home to The Wizard of Oz, a musical you’ll only see on Icon, and the shows are included in your cruise fare. Showtimes are posted in the Royal app. The simple test I use: if the grandkids are old enough to sit through a full-length musical, this is the one show night I wouldn’t skip.
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About this guide. Favorite Grampy Travels is an independent travel agency. This page is our own work, not published or endorsed by Royal Caribbean. Deck plans and photos are Royal Caribbean’s; Icon of the Seas, Perfect Day at CocoCay and venue names are trademarks of Royal Caribbean International. Layouts, room categories, venues, prices, what’s included, age and height rules, perks and itineraries can change without notice and vary by sailing. Royal Caribbean’s website, the Royal app and your cruise documents are the final word. Confirm the details that matter to your family with your advisor before you book. Accessible stateroom details come from Royal Caribbean’s deck plans; for current accessibility needs, talk to your advisor or Royal Caribbean’s Access Department.