Double Stroller on Royal Caribbean: My Experience on Freedom of the Seas

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Double stroller on Royal Caribbean? Two children sit in a double stroller on a dock with a large cruise ship, "Freedom of the Seas," in the background. The sky is clear and blue, and several people are walking nearby. — Off the ship with the double stroller in Nassau!

Can You Bring a Side-by-Side Double Stroller on Royal Caribbean?

If you’ve ever considered bringing a double stroller onto a cruise ship, you’ve probably heard all the warnings. People say the hallways are too narrow, you won’t be able to pass by housekeeping carts, and you’ll struggle with elevators.

So, I had to see for myself.

I brought my Zoe Twin+ (29” wide) on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas, a ship in their Freedom Class fleet. Here’s my full review based on my personal experience.

Note: This was my experience on this specific ship with this specific stroller. Different cruise lines, ships, or strollers may yield different results!

If you’re cruising with Disney Cruise Line instead, check out my review of Bringing a Double Stroller on a Disney Cruise.

Embarkation & Disembarkation: Boarding With a Double Stroller on Royal Caribbean

We sailed out of Miami, Florida, and getting on and off the ship there with a double stroller was surprisingly easy!

At Miami’s cruise terminal, the embarkation area is on the second floor, but elevators were well-marked and quick to use. I had to take my kids out for security, but a crew member helped push the stroller through behind me.

The gangway to board the ship was huge, making it easy to navigate with a stroller. There was plenty of space for people to pass by us, and we rolled right onto the ship without any trouble.

Disembarking in Nassau:

The area where they scan SeaPasses was a little tight, but crew members moved temporary rope stands to create more space.
The gangway was just wide enough for our stroller, but we had to wait for others to pass before heading up.

Final Verdict: Getting on and off the ship with the double stroller was easy and hassle-free!

Cabin Accessibility: Can a Double Stroller Fit in a Room on Royal Caribbean?

We stayed in a Spacious Ocean View Balcony Stateroom, and while there was plenty of space inside, the stroller did not fit through the doorway. I had to fold it before entering and set it up again in the hallway when leaving.

Close-up view of a gray double stroller on Royal Caribbean in a cstateroom entryway, just unable to fit. It's showing the detailed construction of the stroller seats with their gray fabric and tan leather handlebar. The ship's cabin doors and carpeting are visible in the background. — The double stroller is unable to fit in the cabin entryway.

Inside the room, the stroller fit perfectly propped against the balcony door on the side that didn’t open, behind the curtain. It also could have easily slid under the bed or fit in the empty closet.

Want a closer look at our room? I filmed a quick tour so you can see exactly what to expect.

Final Verdict: Expect to fold your stroller before entering your cabin, but once inside, storage is easy.

Navigating a Royal Caribbean Ship With a Double Stroller: Hallways, Elevators & Public Spaces

Cabin Hallways: Spacious With Occasional Tight Spots

One of my biggest concerns was whether hallways would be too tight for a side-by-side double stroller.

Most of the time, the hallways were wide enough to pass luggage, housekeeping carts, and other guests without issue.
There were a few narrow spots, but they were brief. If I saw people coming, I simply pulled over and let them pass before entering the tight space.
Only once did I run into a housekeeping cart in a narrow area, but I was able to push it a few inches into the doorway of the stateroom being cleaned to pass without issue.

A cruise ship corridor showing a housekeeping cart and a double stroller side by side with room to spare between them. The hallway has the distinctive Royal Caribbean decor with beige walls, handrails, and their characteristic blue wave-patterned carpet. Cleaning supplies and linens are visible on the service cart. — The double stroller next to a housekeeping cart.

A close-up view of a double stroller in a cruise ship hallway, showing the Royal Caribbean's signature blue wave-patterned carpet. A coffee cup and some personal items are visible on the floor, and the ship's beige walls and wooden handrails are visible. The stroller's gray fabric and tan leather handlebar are prominently featured. — The double stroller passing easily by a housekeeping bag and dirty dishes in the hallway.

Hallway view aboard the Royal Caribbean Freedom of the Seas cruise ship, showing luggage against the wall and a double stroller passing easily beside it. The cruise ship carpet features an elegant blue and beige pattern, with cream-colored walls and brass handrails typical of cruise ship corridors. — The double stroller passing easily by luggage in the hallway.

Public Spaces & Elevators: No Issues!

Once outside the cabin hallways, the rest of the ship was extremely stroller-friendly.

The stroller fit easily into all elevators, even during busy times.
Other guests were accommodating and patient, making the experience stress-free.

View from above inside a Royal Caribbean Freedom of the Seas cruise ship elevator, showing a double stroller with gray fabric seats. The elevator features decorative etched glass panels on its doors. There are drink holders and snacks visible in the stroller storage. — The double stroller in an elevator.

Final Verdict: Navigating the ship was easy, aside from a few brief hallway congestion spots.

Dining With a Double Stroller on Royal Caribbean

Dining areas were surprisingly easy to navigate with my stroller.

At the cafes (Sorrento’s and Starbucks), I was able to take the stroller through the line and park it right at a table with us.
At Windjammer Cafe, I could push the stroller through the buffet line and pull it right up to a table without issue.
In the main dining room, strollers weren’t allowed at the table, but I was able to park it right outside the restaurant while we ate.

A double stroller is parked in a line at a Starbucks counter on a cruise ship. People are standing in front of the counter, and the area has a tiled floor with chairs and stanchions guiding the queue. — The double stroller in line at Starbucks.

A double stroller pulled up to a table at Sorrento's Pizza on Freedom of the Seas, with the venue's characteristic terrazzo-style flooring and colorful geometric wall decor visible in the background. A gray backpack is placed next to the stroller, and there appears to be a plate on the table, likely with pizza. The stroller has gray fabric upholstery and is equipped with a cup holder containing a blue sippy cup. — The double stroller pulled up to a table at Sorrento’s.

The Windjammer buffet restaurant on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, showing a round wooden table with a gray backpack and a double stroller pulled up to the table. The space features the cruise line's typical modern decor with mint green and white chairs, and their signature geometric-patterned carpet in green tones. The buffet area is busy with other cruise passengers dining. — The double stroller pulled up to the table at Windjammer Cafe.

Final Verdict: Dining with a double stroller on Royal Caribbean was easy, thanks to the ship’s spacious layouts and helpful crew members.

Final Thoughts: Should You Bring a Double Stroller on Royal Caribbean?

For me, the answer is YES!

Even though I had to fold it to enter my stateroom and pull over occasionally in hallways, the benefits far outweighed the minor inconveniences.

It made getting around the ship much easier, especially as a solo parent with a baby and a toddler.
Public areas, elevators, and dining spaces were stroller-friendly.
Boarding and disembarking were smooth, even in Nassau.

If you’re debating whether to bring a double stroller on Freedom of the Seas, I highly recommend it!