Lifeboats are located on specific decks that vary by ship, and you can use the ship’s deck plans to see the exact placement in context.
If you’re choosing a stateroom and want a simple, steady answer, here it is: lifeboats sit along a designated deck on each ship, and that deck name differs across the fleet. It’s all thoughtfully planned for safety and day-to-day comfort. And once you know the deck, the rest tends to click into place.
Lifeboat deck location by ship
| Cruise Ship | LIFEBOAT LOCATION |
|---|---|
| Eurodam | Upper Promenade Deck |
| Koningsdam | Beethoven Deck |
| Nieuw Amsterdam | Upper Promenade Deck |
| Nieuw Statendam | Beethoven Deck |
| Noordam | Upper Promenade Deck |
| Oosterdam | Upper Promenade Deck |
| Rotterdam | Beethoven Deck |
| Volendam | Promenade Deck |
| Westerdam | Upper Promenade Deck |
| Zaandam | Promenade Deck |
| Zuiderdam | Upper Promenade Deck |
Next step for stateroom planning
For the most precise view, including what’s directly above or below a specific stateroom, go to your ship on the Holland America Cruise Ships page, open your ship’s deck plans and zoom in on the deck name listed above. It’s a small detail, but it can bring real peace of mind, especially if you’re the kind of traveler who likes everything to feel settled before you step on board.