Holland America Laundry Prices: Packages, Per-Item Costs & Is It Worth It?
If you’re packing for a Holland America cruise, one question often comes up before sailing:
Should you do laundry onboard or simply pack more clothes?
The answer depends on the length of your cruise, how much you normally pack, and whether the unlimited laundry package makes financial sense for your trip.
During longer itineraries, especially Alaska cruises, Panama Canal sailings, and Grand Voyages, many guests choose to send clothing to the ship’s laundry instead of bringing a much larger suitcase.
Below is the onboard laundry price list along with the available packages and some tips to help you decide which option offers the best value.
Holland America Laundry Packages
The laundry menu shown onboard includes four main options.
Wash & Fold by the Bag
Price:
$35
Fill the provided laundry bag with clothing, and Holland America washes and folds everything that fits inside.
This is often one of the best values if you only need laundry done once during your cruise.
Wash & Press by the Bag
Price:
$40
Similar to the Wash & Fold option, but your clothing is also pressed before being returned.
Unlimited Laundry Package
Price shown:
$132
This package includes unlimited laundry and pressing throughout the cruise.
The exact cost varies depending on the length of your sailing, but longer cruises generally offer a lower daily cost than paying per item. Holland America also sells these packages before sailing through the Cruise Planner, and pricing may differ slightly from what’s available onboard.
If you’re cruising for two weeks or longer, this package can become one of the best values onboard.
Unlimited Pressing
Price shown:
$66
Ideal for guests who primarily need formal clothing pressed rather than washed.
Holland America Laundry Prices (Per Item)
If you only need a few pieces cleaned, you can also pay individually.
Some examples from the onboard price sheet include:
- Jacket or blazer — $6
- Pants or jeans — $5
- Dress — $8
- Polo shirt or T-shirt — $4
- Shirt or blouse — $5
- Undershirt — $2
- Underwear — $2
- Socks — $2
- Pajamas — $5
- Sweater — $4
- Swimsuit — $4
Dry cleaning and pressing services are also available for many garments.
Express Service
Guests can choose between regular and express laundry.
Regular service is typically returned the following day.
Express service returns clothing the same day but includes a 50% surcharge. Holland America also recommends submitting your final laundry at least 48 hours before disembarkation to ensure it is returned before the cruise ends.
Is the Unlimited Laundry Package Worth It?
In many cases, yes.
For cruises lasting 10 days or longer, the unlimited package can significantly reduce the amount of clothing you need to pack.
It is especially useful for:
- Alaska cruises
- Panama Canal cruises
- Europe cruises
- Grand Voyages
- Back-to-back cruises
Instead of bringing enough clothing for every day of the cruise, many guests simply pack for about a week and send laundry out every few days.
If you’re only sailing for 5–7 nights, however, paying per bag or per item will often be the better value unless you know you’ll use the service several times.
Does Holland America Have Self-Service Laundry?
No.
Unlike some cruise lines, Holland America does not offer self-service laundromats for guests. Laundry is handled by the ship’s valet service, with several package options available for purchase.
Final Thoughts
One thing I’ve always appreciated about Holland America is that many of its onboard services are straightforward and easy to understand, and the laundry program is no exception.
For shorter cruises, the wash-and-fold bag is usually enough.
For longer sailings, especially Alaska or Europe itineraries, the unlimited laundry package can be an excellent value that lets you pack lighter while keeping your clothes clean throughout the trip.
If you’re planning a Holland America cruise, checking the current laundry prices before sailing can help you decide whether it’s worth purchasing a package in advance or simply paying as needed once you’re onboard.
