Royal Caribbean Drink Package Cost: Prices, Fees & Ways to Save

Royal Caribbean sells drink packages for alcohol, non-alcoholic drinks and soda, plus add-ons like coffee cards and bottled water. Prices move with the ship, the itinerary and the booking date, so there is no single flat price across the fleet.

Figures on this page come from cruise-pricing guides, checked on Oct 11, 2026. Always confirm the price for your own sailing in the Royal Caribbean cruise planner before buying.

These are per person per day. Gratuity is added to the prices below at checkout, so the total will be higher.

The Deluxe Beverage Package covers alcoholic drinks, plus many non-alcoholic ones. The Refreshment Package focuses on non-alcoholic drinks like specialty coffee and mocktails. The Classic Soft Drinks Package covers fountain-style sodas.

If a full package is more than you need, individual add-ons can be cheaper.

A Freestyle souvenir cup is not included in the Deluxe or Refreshment packages, so factor it in if you plan to use the soda machines. Bottled water is sold in set quantities and is cheaper per bottle in bigger bundles.

Two websites can list different amounts for the same Royal Caribbean package. Prices change by ship class, sailing length and how far ahead you buy, and each guide samples at a different time. Some quote a range, and some include only certain ships.

Use these as a rough guide, then look up the price for your sailing.

Compare your usual daily habits with the daily price. Count the drinks you would realistically order, use the menu prices and gratuity, and weigh that against the package price for the full length of the cruise.

Things to keep in mind:

• Whole-cabin rule: Royal Caribbean generally requires all adults in a cabin to buy the same package. Check current rules before booking.
• Per-drink price cap: The package covers drinks up to a certain price. Premium pours above the cap may cost extra.
• Daily drink limit: There is a limit per day. Read the exact terms.
• Gratuity: The added percentage raises the total.
• Port days: If you will spend long stretches off the ship, you may not drink enough to benefit.

This page does not suggest drinking more to justify a package. Drinks that you would not otherwise order are not a saving.

• Refreshment Package: Covers non-alcoholic specialty drinks.
• Classic Soft Drinks Package: A lower-cost way to get unlimited soda.
• Coffee card: The Cafe Select Coffee Card covers specialty coffees.
• Bottled water bundles: Larger bundles cost less per bottle.
• Pay as you go: For very light drinkers, paying per drink may cost less overall.

Read the package terms for your sailing in the cruise planner. They list what counts as covered, which specialty items cost extra, and how refunds work if your plans change. Ask the guest services desk onboard if a specific drink or venue is unclear, since coverage can differ between bars, restaurants and the soda stations. Families with children should look at which packages are offered for younger guests, because the rules for minors differ from adult packages. If anyone in your group does not drink alcohol, a non-alcoholic option may be a better fit for them than the Deluxe plan.

1. Buy before you sail: Pre-cruise prices tend to be lower than onboard prices, and the cruise planner shows the current amount.
2. Watch for sales: Royal Caribbean sometimes runs offers on packages.
3. Match the package to the trip: A short cruise or a port-heavy itinerary may not justify the top package.
4. Read the terms: Limits, exclusions and refund rules are in the planner.
5. Budget for gratuity: Add it to your cost estimate.