Built for Freestyle Cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Star offers guests an endless array of options. Featuring more than 10 dining choices, Norwegian Star lets passengers choose whichever cuisine strikes their fancy, whenever they decide to eat, and provides the flexibility to eat with whoever they want to. Activities and “relaxtivities” onboard Norwegian Star range from spinning and yoga classes to rejuvenating spa treatments. In the evenings, nothing caps off a day of sightseeing and exploring various ports of call like a bubbly celebration in Gatsby’s Champagne Bar. The staff is friendly and helpful, the ship is spacious and full of excitement, and the staterooms provide a perfectly comfortable retreat. Norwegian Cruise Line's award-winning Garden Villas offer the most freedom of all with their overall space. Named a Travel Weekly Magellan Award Gold Winner, Norwegian Star’s Garden Villas proudly boast up to 5,000 sq. ft. of space, three bedrooms, a private garden and sundeck, hot tubs, and a grand piano. Norwegian Star is a shining example of Norwegian Cruise Line's Freestyle experience, and with a variety of itineraries to choose from, it is no wonder Norwegian Spirit is one of the top ways that travelers are enjoying their dream vacations.
The Norwegian Star receives mixed reviews, with many guests praising the friendly staff, interesting itineraries, and generally good entertainment. However, there are recurring complaints about food quality and variety, slow or inconsistent service, issues with ship maintenance and cleanliness, and dissatisfaction with port changes and excursions. The ship is considered a good value by some, but others feel it falls short compared to other cruise lines. Specialty dining and certain staff members receive high marks, but crowding, embarkation issues, and internet connectivity are notable negatives.
Service on the Norwegian Star is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and professional, with many guests appreciating the crew's efforts. However, there are notable complaints about slow or inconsistent service in dining rooms and some negative experiences with specific staff, particularly in shore excursions.