Holland America Reveals Zuiderdam as Next Cruise Ship Set for Evolution Refurbishment

Holland America Line’s Zuiderdam will be the next ship to go into dry dock for an Evolution refurbishment where it will receive new staterooms and signature spaces.

Building on the momentum of Oosterdam, Zuiderdam is the second of six ships revealed as part of Holland America’s Evolution initiative. The enhancements expand the ship’s accommodations with the addition of a reimagined Pinnacle Suite, two new Bridgeview Suites, 14 Vista Suites and 32 Solo Verandah staterooms. 

The ship will also feature refreshed accommodations throughout and see the addition of Grand Dutch Café. Voyages aboard Zuiderdam following its Evolution enhancements will open for booking July 30, 2026.

“We’ve seen strong interest in our Bridgeview Suites and Solo Verandahs on Oosterdam, and we’re excited to make these new accommodations available on Zuiderdam,” said Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line. “We’re building on that momentum and look forward to sharing more details, including itineraries, very soon.” 

New Stateroom and Suites Expand Choice

As part of Holland America Evolution, Zuiderdam will receive new stateroom and suite categories alongside refreshed accommodations throughout the ship, including:

• Bridgeview Suites — Two suites located above the bridge offering sweeping, forward-facing views with wraparound windows, a private balcony and distinct living and sleeping spaces. 
  
• Solo Verandahs — Purpose-built staterooms designed specifically for solo travelers, each featuring a private balcony and thoughtfully designed living space tailored to one guest. 
  
• Vista Suites — A guest-favorite category from Pinnacle Class ships, Vista Suites bring spacious, light-filled accommodations with a sitting area, oversized windows, and a private verandah to Zuiderdam. 
  
• Reimagined Pinnacle Suite — The most expansive accommodations on board, redesigned to offer an elevated residential-style experience with generous living space, refined finishes and panoramic ocean views. 

As part of Holland America Evolution, Zuiderdam will also receive the Grand Dutch Café, expanding one of the line’s most distinctive Pinnacle Class experiences to more ships across the fleet.

Oosterdam will be the first ship to debut its Evolution transformation, marking the opening chapter of the program as Holland America Line begins rolling out enhancements across the fleet. Bookings are now open for the ship’s first collection of voyages following its refurbishment.