Princess Daily Gratuities, Auto-Tipping & Port Fees
Daily service charges, per-person gratuity rates by cabin tier, automatic tipping policies, and port fees on Princess.
Key Policy Breakdown
Daily Gratuity Rates
Princess Interior/Oceanview/Balcony guests pay $16.00/day; Mini-Suites pay $17.00/day; Full Suites pay $18.00/day (included in Princess Plus/Premier).
Automatic Charge & Adjustment Policy
Daily Crew Appreciation charges are posted automatically to guest onboard accounts.
Port Taxes & Government Fees
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are listed separately on invoices.
Bar & Spa Service Charges
An 18% service charge is added to individual bar, wine, specialty dining, and spa purchases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the daily gratuity rates on Princess?
Princess Interior/Oceanview/Balcony guests pay $16.00/day; Mini-Suites pay $17.00/day; Full Suites pay $18.00/day (included in Princess Plus/Premier).
Can I prepay or adjust daily gratuities on Princess?
Daily Crew Appreciation charges are posted automatically to guest onboard accounts.
Are port taxes and fees included in the advertised Princess fare?
Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are listed separately on invoices.
What automatic service charges apply to drinks and spa treatments on Princess?
An 18% service charge is added to individual bar, wine, specialty dining, and spa purchases.
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