{"id":863,"date":"2024-11-27T12:12:10","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/?p=863"},"modified":"2024-11-27T12:26:13","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:26:13","slug":"disney-cruise-gratuities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do Disney Cruise Gratuities Work? A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Planning a Disney Cruise is not just about picking the perfect itinerary; it also includes understanding how Disney Cruise gratuities work. Knowing the recommended amounts and who receives the tips can make your trip stress-free and enjoyable.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>If you are worried about finding a convenient space for parking your car near the cruise port, you can check these <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/\">cheapest parking spaces<\/a><\/strong> available nearby!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cruiseparking.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-721 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/CP-1.png\" alt=\"Save up to 60% on Cruise Parking\" width=\"1111\" height=\"286\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In this guide, we&#8217;ll cover all the essentials about Disney Cruise gratuities, including costs, payment options, and the included services. You&#8217;ll also find answers to common questions, like whether you can adjust gratuities, how prepaid options work, and what&#8217;s not included. Let&#8217;s begin!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What you&#039;ll read about<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #203656;color:#203656\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #203656;color:#203656\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#How_Much_Are_Disney_Cruise_Gratuities\" >How Much Are Disney Cruise Gratuities?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#Who_Gets_the_Prepaid_Gratuities_on_a_Disney_Cruise\" >Who Gets the Prepaid Gratuities on a Disney Cruise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#Can_You_Prepay_Gratuities_on_Disney_Cruise\" >Can You Prepay Gratuities on Disney Cruise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#What_Happens_If_You_Dont_Prepay_Gratuities_on_Disney_Cruises\" >What Happens If You Don\u2019t Prepay Gratuities on Disney Cruises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#Can_You_Opt_Out_of_Gratuities_on_Disney_Cruises\" >Can You Opt Out of Gratuities on Disney Cruises?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#Is_It_Compulsory_to_Pay_Gratuities_on_a_Disney_Cruise\" >Is It Compulsory to Pay Gratuities on a Disney Cruise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/disney-cruise-gratuities\/#What_Is_Not_Included_in_Disney_Cruises_Prepaid_Optional_Gratuities\" >What Is Not Included in Disney Cruise\u2019s Prepaid Optional Gratuities?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Are_Disney_Cruise_Gratuities\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Much Are Disney Cruise Gratuities?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>We recommend that you pay $14.50 per night per stateroom Guest as a gratuity amount<\/strong>, which includes both infants and children. Gratuities are given as custom for the exceptional service you receive once onboard.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are staying in <strong>Concierge Staterooms and Suites, you should pay a gratuity amount of $23.50 per night per stateroom Guest<\/strong>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Gets_the_Prepaid_Gratuities_on_a_Disney_Cruise\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">Who Gets the Prepaid Gratuities on a Disney Cruise? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prepaid gratuities are distributed to the crew members, which includes the <strong>dining room head server, dining room server, dining room assistant server, stateroom host, the Concierge Lounge team,\u00a0and stateroom assistant host<\/strong> who services the Concierge accommodations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_867\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-867\" style=\"width: 882px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-867\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Cruise-staff-member-changing-bed.jpg\" alt=\"Cruise staff member changing bed\" width=\"882\" height=\"588\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-867\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><i>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/Erickson+Stock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Erickson Stock<\/a><\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Prepay_Gratuities_on_Disney_Cruise\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">Can You Prepay Gratuities on Disney Cruise? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Yes, you can prepay gratuities on Disney Cruise<\/strong> up to three days before your departure date. To prepay gratuities online, go to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disneycruise.disney.go.com\/my-disney-cruise\/my-reservations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">My Reservations<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> which is available on the Disney Cruise Line website, and follow the instructions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you&#8217;ve booked your trip with the help of a travel agent, you can get help from them.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_You_Dont_Prepay_Gratuities_on_Disney_Cruises\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">What Happens If You Don\u2019t Prepay Gratuities on Disney Cruises? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you fail to prepay gratuities on Disney cruises, the suggested optional gratuity amount per Guest per night will be automatically charged to your onboard account.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Opt_Out_of_Gratuities_on_Disney_Cruises\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Can You Opt Out of Gratuities on Disney Cruises?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>For any adjustments to the amount of your optional gratuities, you should visit <a href=\"https:\/\/disneycruise.disney.go.com\/guest-services\/guest-services-desk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guest Services<\/a><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>.<\/strong> Refund requests for optional prepaid gratuities can only be processed in full using the same payment method used for the original transaction, including those made through a travel agent.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Compulsory_to_Pay_Gratuities_on_a_Disney_Cruise\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">Is It Compulsory to Pay Gratuities on a Disney Cruise? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>No, it is not compulsory<\/strong>, but it is customary to pay gratuities on a Disney Cruise. They will automatically deduct the gratuity amount from your onboard account. If you want to make any adjustments to the amount of your optional gratuities, you can visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disneycruise.disney.go.com\/guest-services\/guest-services-desk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Guest Services<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_866\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-866\" style=\"width: 861px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-866\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Classy-bartender-barman-serving-classic-rum-based-drink-cocktail-lime-decoration-shaker-in-a-cruise-ship.jpg\" alt=\"Classy bartender barman serving classic rum based drink cocktail lime decoration shaker in a cruise ship\" width=\"861\" height=\"574\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-866\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><i>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/petereleven\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Petereleven<\/a><\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Services that the Guest Services Desk offers are related to inquiries regarding the following:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Activities and entertainment <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dining reservations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Foreign currency exchanges<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Information about the ship and ports of call<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lost and found<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Onboard accounts <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pack &#8216;n Play cribs and Diaper Genies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Special occasion celebrations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spa appointments<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prepaid Gratuities <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Special requests submitted online through My Reservations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And even more<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Not_Included_in_Disney_Cruises_Prepaid_Optional_Gratuities\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">What Is Not Included in Disney Cruise\u2019s Prepaid Optional Gratuities? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The gratuities that are not included in the Disney Cruise prepaid optional gratuities but may be included in the cruise fare or that are based on your discretion are:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extras added to rotational dining meals, which include alcoholic beverages<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adult dining venues such as Palo, Palo Steakhouse, Remy, and Enchant\u00e9 by Chef Arnaud Lallement, which are not part of rotational dining<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Food or drink purchased at\u00a0shops and outdoor\/ poolside eateries<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Room service<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Senses Spa &amp; Salon<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Port Adventures<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Any other additional services<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An 18% gratuity is automatically applied to beverage, wine, bar, spa services, and deck service tabs. All gratuities can be charged to your cruise onboard account.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_871\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-871\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-871 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseparking.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Waiter-serving-cocktails-next-to-a-department-head-in-one-of-the-cruise-ship-bars.jpg\" alt=\"Waiter serving cocktails next to a department head in one of the cruise ship bars\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-871\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><i>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/aznar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salvador Aznar<\/a><\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Other Related Questions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Are there laundry services on Disney Cruise ships?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Yes, there are laundry services on Disney Cruise ships<\/strong>, so you can get your clothes cleaned and pressed during your cruise. Both full-service and self-service laundry services are available.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In\u00a0full-service laundry and dry-cleaning services, you will get your clothes picked up and delivered right to your stateroom if you pay an additional fee. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is there a Guest Services location at\u00a0Disney Cruise ship?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Yes, there is a Guest Services Desk located\u00a0on Disney Cruise ship<\/strong>, which will be available 24 hours a day. On the Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy,\u00a0Disney Magic, and Disney Wonder, the Guest Services Desk is located on Deck 3, Midship, in the Atrium Lobby. While on\u00a0the Disney Wish, it is located on Deck 4, Midship.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Can I reserve meeting facilities on the Disney Cruise ship in advance?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Yes, you can reserve meeting facilities in advance on the Disney Cruise ship.<\/strong> If you want to plan a meeting during your cruise, you can call (321) 939-7129. Those who are under the age of 18 must get permission from their\u00a0parents or guardian to call.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning a Disney Cruise is not just about picking the perfect itinerary; it also includes understanding how Disney Cruise gratuities work. 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