Guide to Power Outlets on Sky Princess Staterooms and Suites

Cruising on Princess Cruises’ Sky Princess means you’ll have access to a variety of power outlets in your stateroom or suite. This guide details the types of outlets provided (U.S., European, and USB), their voltages, where to find them in the room, and tips on using the right adapters and devices safely. Being aware of the outlet types and power standards onboard is crucial for charging your devices and avoiding electrical mishaps while at sea.

AC Power Outlets in Sky Princess Cabins

Sky Princess was built with international travellers in mind, so cabins come equipped with multiple outlet types for convenience. In every standard stateroom and suite, you can expect the following outlets:

• North American (U.S.) Outlets – 110 Volt: You will find at least two standard U.S.-style outlets in each cabin. These accept the typical flat two-pin (with a round grounding pin) plugs used in the United States. The voltage is ~110–120V AC at 60 Hz (North American standard). On Sky Princess, these are usually grouped at the desk/vanity area under the cabin’s TV or mirror (Power Outlets on Princess Cruise... - Aug 18 - Cruise forum). This is ideal for charging laptops, cameras, and other devices. (Note: The outlets are close together, so a bulky plug or adaptor might block the adjacent socket (Power Outlets on Princess Cruise... - Aug 18 - Cruise forum).)
  

• European Continental Outlets – 220 Volt: Each cabin also includes one European-style outlet (two round pins) rated around 220V AC. This outlet accommodates (the two-round-prong style). It provides 220–240V at 60 Hz, which is double the voltage of the U.S. socket. This outlet is typically located near the desk as well, often adjacent to the US outlets on the vanity panel. Be cautious to only use devices compatible with 220V in this socket! For instance, a dual-voltage device or an appropriate converter is needed if your appliance isn’t 220V-ready (Converter? Adapter? Or Both? Here’s What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip Abroad → Cupcake & Carry-On). There are no UK-style outlets onboard Sky Princess, so UK travellers will need to use an adaptor to fit either the U.S. or European socket for their plugs (Electric sockets on Sky Princess - Cruise Critic).

• Bathroom “Shavers Only” Outlet: In each cabin bathroom, there is a small dual-voltage outlet typically marked “Shavers Only.” This socket can accept both U.S. two-pin or European two-pin plugs (it’s designed for low-wattage appliances) and supplies both 110V and 220V safely (Princess electricity - Cruise Community Forum). It’s intended for electric razors, toothbrush chargers, or other very low-power gadgets. Do not attempt to use high-watt devices like hairdryers or irons in the bathroom outlet, as it is limited for safety. (Hairdryers are provided by the cruise line in your stateroom vanity, so you shouldn’t need to plug one in yourself (Voltage Converter vs. Travel Adaptor: How do They Work?).)
  

USB Charging Ports in Staterooms

In addition to the AC outlets, Sky Princess offers convenient USB charging ports for your small electronics. These USB outlets are perfect for charging smartphones, tablets, e-readers, or any gadget that uses a USB cable, without needing a separate plug adapter. Here’s what to know about the USB ports onboard:

• Built-in USB Ports: Most Sky Princess cabins feature USB Type-A charging ports integrated into the reading lamps or the wall near the beds. For example, each bedside lamp on Sky Princess has a standard USB port in its base, allowing you to charge your phone or tablet overnight on your nightstand. (In a typical layout, there are two bedside lamps in a cabin, so you have two USB charging spots by the bed.) An example can be seen in the image below, where a USB outlet is built into the lamp base on the nightstand (What are the plug sockets on Princess Cruises?). These ports run on the usual 5V DC output, like a normal phone charger.
  

• Convenient Charging Locations: Having USB outlets by the bed means you don’t have to stretch a cable from the desk just to use your device in bed. Note: Aside from the bedside lamps, some cabins may also have a USB outlet at the desk or integrated into the cabin’s telephone or TV. The Sky Princess (and sister ships) were designed with modern travellers in mind, so Princess added these USB points to help keep your gadgets charged without hogging the main outlets. However, always double-check that the USB is supplying power before relying on it – as one cruiser noted, a cabin’s lamp USB port can occasionally be faulty (Sky Princess power sockets query - Cruise Critic).
  

• No USB-C Ports (Bring Cables if Needed): The USB ports on Sky Princess are the classic USB-A type (the rectangular plug). As of its launch, USB-C ports were not standard in the staterooms. If you have newer devices that use USB-C cables or need faster charging, you should bring the appropriate cables (you can still plug a USB-C cable into the USB-A socket with an adaptor, but it will charge at standard speed, not “quick charge” rates) (Are the Sky Princess Cabin Lamp USB Port a Quick Charge Port?). In short, pack any special USB cords you require, but you can skip bringing a bunch of wall chargers thanks to the ship’s built-in USB outlets.
  

Outlet Locations in the Room

It helps to know where each of these power sources is located in your stateroom or suite:

• Desk/Vanity Area: The primary outlet cluster is at the dressing table or desk, which is usually beneath the television or beside the mirror. Here you’ll typically find the U.S. and European outlets together on a panel (Power Outlets on Princess Cruise... - Aug 18 - Cruise forum). In standard balcony cabins and mini-suites, this is the main charging station for plugging in laptops, camera chargers, and other larger devices. Since the two sockets are adjacent, many cruisers use this area to plug in a small power strip or multi-port charger (more on that in the tips section) to expand the number of devices they can charge at once (Power Outlets on Princess Cruise... - Aug 18 - Cruise forum).
  

• Bedside/Nightstands: Standard staterooms do not have full AC outlets by the beds, but they do have the USB charge ports in the lamp bases as mentioned above. This means you won’t find a 110V or 220V plug on the nightstand itself on Sky Princess (unlike some newer ships on other cruise lines). So if you use a device like a CPAP machine or anything that must plug into a wall by the bed, plan accordingly – you might need to request an extension cord from your stateroom steward in such cases. The USB ports at the bedside lamps are the go-to for overnight phone charging, and each side of the bed has one. Suites and higher-category cabins, which might have more lamps or two separate bedroom/lounge areas, will accordingly have a few more USB-equipped lamps (for example, a suite’s living area lamp may also have a USB outlet). But all high-voltage outlet usage (for things like laptops or CPAPs) will still be centered at the desk area in virtually all cabin types.
  

• Sofa and Other Areas: What about near the couch or additional table in a mini-suite or suite? Typically, Princess did not install extra AC outlets by the sofa or additional seating areas. A guest in a Sky Princess mini-suite noted that there were no outlets by the sofa at all (Sky Princess power sockets query - Cruise Critic) – the only nearby option was again the desk across the room. The idea is that you’ll charge up at the desk and use devices unplugged elsewhere. If your suite has a second television or vanity, you may find another set of outlets there, but that varies by layout. Bottom line: don’t expect to find wall plugs scattered around the cabin; they are centralized at the vanity and (for low-power devices) the bathroom.
  

• Bathroom: As mentioned, the bathroom has a small dual-voltage outlet labeled for shavers. It’s usually located near the lighted mirror in the bathroom. This outlet is handy for charging an electric razor or maybe a rechargeable toothbrush. It’s not suitable for hairdryers or other high-watt appliances, and those won’t even fit its specialized plug shape in most cases (Princess electricity - Cruise Community Forum). Princess supplies a built-in hair dryer near the desk/vanity in the main cabin area, which plugs into one of the standard outlets there, so you can dry your hair at the mirror without needing a bathroom plug.
  

Importance of Using Compatible Equipment Onboard

Using the correct voltage and plug type for your devices on a cruise ship is extremely important. The ship’s electrical system is not quite the same as at home, and there are strict safety rules at sea. This section explains why you must use compatible devices and adaptors onboard Sky Princess, the risks of not doing so, and how to safely get more outlet functionality with approved accessories.

Matching Voltage and Plug Type Matters

Always match your device to the appropriate outlet voltage and plug type. Sky Princess provides both 110V and 220V outlets, but that doesn’t mean your device can use both interchangeably. Plugging a device into the wrong voltage can permanently damage it or even cause a fire hazard (Converter? Adapter? Or Both? Here’s What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip Abroad → Cupcake & Carry-On). For example, if you brought a 120V-only appliance from North America and accidentally plugged it into the 220V European socket, it could overheat and burn out within seconds (Converter? Adapter? Or Both? Here’s What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip Abroad → Cupcake & Carry-On). Likewise, a 220V appliance from Europe won’t run on 110V (it simply won’t function properly, or might overdraw current).

Most modern electronics like phone chargers, laptop power bricks, and camera chargers are dual voltage (rated for 100–240V) – this means they can adapt to either 110V or 220V automatically (Voltage Converter vs. Travel Adapter: How do They Work?). Check your device’s power label or charger: if it says “100-240V, 50-60Hz,” you can plug it into either outlet (U.S. or European) on the ship, as long as you have the correct plug adapter to fit the socket. If it is not dual-voltage (for instance, some older hairdryers, curling irons, or battery chargers might be single-voltage), do not plug it into the wrong outlet. In such cases you would need a proper voltage converter to change 220V to 110V (or vice versa) for the device to be used safely (Converter? Adapter? Or Both? Here’s What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip Abroad → Cupcake & Carry-On). However, it’s often better to leave single-voltage, high-wattage appliances at home to avoid the hassle and risk – Princess cabins come with a hair dryer, and other personal grooming devices can be bought in dual-voltage versions for travel (Voltage Converter vs. Travel Adapter: How do They Work?). Using the right voltage not only protects your gadget, but also prevents tripping the cabin’s circuit breaker or worse, causing electrical faults.

Cruise-Approved Adapters and Power Strips (Recommendations)

To make the most of the limited outlets in your Sky Princess cabin, consider bringing some cruise-friendly power accessories. Always choose gear that complies with cruise ship rules. Here are some recommendations:

• Travel Plug Adapters: Since Sky Princess has U.S. and European outlets, bring a Type A, B, C or F to Type G adapter if you are coming from the UK, or a Type C/F to Type A adapter if coming from Europe to the U.S. style – essentially, whatever matches your home devices to the cabin’s outlets. These simple adapters just change the plug shape so it fits into the socket. They do not change voltage, so ensure your device is compatible with the outlet’s voltage before using an adapter. A universal travel adapter is handy for any cruise, as it will let you plug your gadget into either the American or European socket on the ship as needed. (Remember: adapters only make the plug fit; they don’t convert electricity (Converter? Adapter? Or Both? Here’s What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip Abroad → Cupcake & Carry-On).)
  

• Non-Surge Power Strips / Outlet Extenders: To charge multiple devices, you can pack a small power strip WITHOUT a surge protector. As noted, surge-protected strips are not allowed on Princess ships (Power Outlets on Princess Cruise... - Aug 18 - Cruise forum), but a basic multi-outlet extension is fine. Many cruisers use compact outlet extenders or “cube” taps that plug into one outlet and provide 2-3 additional sockets and maybe USB ports. For example, one cruiser recommended a donut-shaped travel power strip that has three 110V outlets and multiple USB ports, with no surge protection (the NTONPOWER donut is one such device) (Power Outlets on Princess Cruise... - Aug 18 - Cruise forum). This type of device can turn the two desk outlets into a charging hub for several gadgets at once. Make sure any power strip you bring is clearly labelled surge-free. If you’re unsure, look for ones marketed as “cruise approved” travel power strips – these typically have short cords, multiple outlets/USB, and explicitly no surge protector built-in.
  

• USB Hubs/Chargers: Given the prevalence of USB charging needs, another popular accessory is a multi-port USB charger. Rather than using all the USB ports around the cabin (or if you find you need more), you can plug a USB hub into one AC outlet. For instance, a USB charging station that provides several USB-A ports (and even USB-C ports for newer devices) can allow you to charge a family’s phones, tablets, headphones, etc., from a single wall plug (Power Strips - Why they're not allowed on ships and how to safely gain some extra outlets | CruiseHabit). This helps free up the other outlet for something else (like a laptop). Just ensure your USB charger is a simple one without surge protection or voltage conversion – most are. Princess’s 110V outlets can handle such chargers easily, and the USB hub will regulate the 5V to your devices.
  

• Extension Cords by Request: If you have a special medical device (such as a CPAP machine) that needs to be by your bed and plugged in, you should contact Princess ahead of time or ask your stateroom steward. They can often provide an extension cord approved for onboard use. Do not bring a long household extension cord yourself, as it may be confiscated for safety. The crew will lend you one if it’s for a CPAP or similar essential use. They often tape down the cord for you to prevent tripping. Always use the provided solution rather than running your own cords under carpets or mattresses.
  

By following these tips and using the proper adapters, you can safely power your devices aboard the Sky Princess. Always double-check your device specifications and stick to the ship’s guidelines for electrical appliances. With the right preparation, you’ll stay charged throughout your cruise without any voltage mishaps. Enjoy your voyage, and rest easy knowing you can plug in and power up just like at home – as long as you do it the right way!