When Do You Pay Gratuity On Carnival Cruise?

Carnival Cruises charges guests a daily gratuity fee, except for those under the age of two. This fee is obligatory regardless of the level of service provided. Starting April 1, all guests, except those under the age of two, must pay the gratuity charge. The gratuity amount is automatically added to the onboard account unless alternative payment options are made. The amount of gratuities is split between the ships staff (dining, housekeeping, cabin stewards).

Carnival Cruise Line has a structured system for gratuities: Standard cabins cost $14.50 per person per day, while Suites cost 16.50 per person per day. Starting April 1, 2023, Carnival imposes a daily charge of 16 per person for most rooms, including interior, balcony, and oceanview cabins. Guests must be 21 years of age (on embarkation day) to travel on their own. Guest ages will be verified at embarkation. Guests not conforming to the current gratuity rate will be charged to their credit check at check-out time.

Guests can prepay gratuities when booking their cruise or if they didn’t prepay, they will be charged to their credit check at check-out time. The money gratuity is good for budgeters and great for vacationers. To pay gratuities, guests must add them to their reservation before April 1 unless April 1 is past their final payment date.