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Odyssey of the Seas CDC inspection score

Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Odyssey of the Seas.

Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Royal Caribbean InternationalInspected March 1, 2026

Latest CDC sanitation score

Passed

Odyssey of the Seas scored 97 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on March 1, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.

−2 vs previous inspection (99, Nov 18, 2025)

97.4average of the last 5 inspections

95lowest score (December 2024)

5inspections since 2023

0failed inspections

Inspection history of Odyssey of the Seas

Every CDC inspection score on record for Odyssey of the Seas: 5 inspections from March 5, 2023 to March 1, 2026, no perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.

All scores

Inspection date	Result	Report	Score
March 1, 2026	Passed	findings below	97
November 18, 2025	Passed	findings below	99
December 10, 2024	Passed	findings below	95
March 30, 2024	Passed		99
March 5, 2023	Passed		97

What the inspectors found

The full findings of the last 3 inspections, as written in the CDC reports. Each finding refers to an item of the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program standards; points are deducted by item, for a single significant violation or for a pattern of similar ones (CDC FAQ).

March 1, 2026

97Passed

36 findings · 3 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 3 = 97):

−3 ptsItem 26: Food-contact surfaces equipment / utensils clean; Safe

All 36 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)13 findings

Item 16Deck 2 - Preparation Area
A large, (6-inch/9-inch) tray of sliced cheese registered internal temperatures of 54°F - 56°F while resting on the preparation counter. The tray did not have a time control sticker designation indicating when the cheese was removed from temperature control. Additionally, a crew member was not actively slicing cheese in this area at the time of the inspection. The cheese was discarded.
Item 18Deck 5 - Cafe Two70
A container of raw bacon was stored on top of a container of cold smoked salmon.
Item 22Deck 13 - Windjammer - Dishwash
Water pressure from the flight-type dishwashing machine's final rinse spray arms was minimal and only produced a weak spray. The unit was in operation at the time of the finding and was taken out-of- service to be repaired. Additionally, when the tank doors were opened, the door gaskets fell out and were difficult to put back in place prior to closing the doors.
Item 22Deck 13 - Windjammer - Dishwash
The middle spray nozzle on the top final rinse spray arm of the conveyor rack-type dishwash machine was not emitting any water when evaluated.
Item 22Deck 14 - Solarium - Warewashing Area
The final sanitizing rinse temperature of the rack-type dishwash machine was not consistent during operation. Temperatures ranged from 151°F to 167°F when manually evaluated. The gauge temperatures ranged from 134°F to 187°F. The unit was taken out-of-service until it could be corrected.
Item 22Deck 13 - Windjammer - Potwash
The thermometer for the sanitizing rinse tank of the three-compartment sink read 50F when manual readings measured above 90F.
Item 24Deck 14 - Solarium - Warewashing Area
The final sanitizing rinse temperature of the rack-type dishwash machine was not consistent during operation. Temperatures ranged from 151°F to 167°F when manually evaluated. The gauge temperatures ranged from 134°F to 187°F. The unit was taken out-of-service until it could be corrected.
Item 26Deck 5 - Giovanni's
Pink mold residue was on the plastic ice dispenser chute of the ice/water machine.
Item 26Deck 4 - Bakery
A white and black growth accumulated inside the water dispensing hook for the deck-mounted mixer.
Item 28Deck 3 - Potwash
Water splashed onto the deck and near the clean storage shelving during the hood-type potwash wash compartment draining cycle.
Item 29Deck 13 - Windjammer - Dishwash
A bucket of water was inside the handwashing sink basin near the soiled end of the dishwash machine.
Item 33Deck 13 - Windjammer
Deck grout was recessed or missing in multiple areas of the potwash and hot galley areas.
Item 35Deck 3 - Potwash
Water splashed onto the deck and near the clean storage shelving during the hood-type potwash wash compartment draining cycle.

Buffets11 findings

Item 08Deck 2 - Beverage Station
The backflow prevention devices for the ice machine and coffee machine were in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.
Item 14Deck 13 - Windjammer - Starboard Beverage Station
A crew member with a goatee and no hair restraint was working at the beverage station at the time of the inspection.
Item 19Deck 13 - Windjammer - Salad Station
During lunch service, three containers of salad dressings were positioned outside the sneeze shield and unprotected.
Item 19Deck 13 - Windjammer - Bakery Station
Two self-service tongs were placed outside of the sneeze shield and not protected.
Item 21Deck 3 - Sorrento's
Excessive silicone was around the front two legs of the espresso machine making these surfaces difficult to clean. Additionally, food residue was a build-up in this area.
Item 26Deck 13 - Concierge Lounge
Coffee residue of more than a day's accumulation coated the espresso machine’s underside nozzle housing.
Item 26Deck 13 - Windjammer - Ice/Water Machines
A pink, slimy material was on the ice chute plastic housing of the ice/water dispensing units at the following locations: portside coffee station, and starboard side beverage station.
Item 27Deck 3 - Sorrento's
Food residue accumulated in areas where excessive silicone was around the front two legs of the espresso machine. making these surfaces difficult to clean. Additionally, food residue accumulated in this area.
Item 27Deck 13 - Windjammer - Bakery Station
Food residue coated the bottom of a silverware container holding silverware out for passenger self-service.
Item 28Deck 13 - Windjammer - Bakery Station
Food residue coated the bottom of a silverware container holding silverware out for passenger self-service.
Item 36Deck 3 - Promenade
The light intensity at the juice dispenser was less than 220 lux.

Bars6 findings

Item 20Deck 4 - Starbucks
Five slotted fasteners were in the food splash zone of the left-most espresso machine. Many of these fasteners were soiled with coffee residue of more than a day's accumulation.
Item 21Deck 13 - Windjammer - Bar
Silicone deposits were on the countertop from the previous counter mounted coffee machine making the area difficult to clean.
Item 26Deck 5 - Cafe Two70
Standing water was inside a previously cleaned and sanitized blender.
Item 26Deck 4 - Starbucks
Five slotted fasteners were in the food splash zone of the left-most espresso machine. Several of these fasteners were soiled with coffee residue of more than a day's accumulation.
Item 27Deck 13 - Windjammer - Bar
Silicone deposits were on the countertop from the previous counter mounted coffee machine.
Item 28Deck 5 - Cafe Two70
Standing water was inside a previously cleaned and sanitized blender.

Dining rooms1 finding

Item 26Deck 4 - Bar
A sticky soda residue coated the food-splash area of the soda dispensing nozzle. The area was not in use at the time of the inspection.

Drinking water3 findings

Item 06Potable Water Bunker Log
Unusual events during the potable water bunkering process were not being documented. An electronic data logger was used for halogen monitoring during the potable water bunkering process and not accessible for documentation. A manual log is needed to document these events.
Item 08Deck 2 - Garbage Room
The potable water lines did not have appropriate striping, (blue or blue/green/blue) on lines connected to the handwashing sinks.
Item 08Engine Room
The 'dedicated technical' line was striped, blue/gray/blue; however, this line was not directed to the potable water system.

Medical center1 finding

Item 11Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) Isolation
On voyage 247, one food worker developed AGE symptoms on 30 January 2026 at 0700 and did not report to the medical center until 30 January 2026 at 1040. The crew member stated they went back to bed and reported when they woke up. Disciplinary action was on file.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

Item 10Deck 14 - Main Pool - Forward
The shepherd's hook was not located in a prominent location for access by passengers during an emergency.

November 18, 2025

99Passed

23 findings · 1 point deducted

Points deducted (100 − 1 = 99):

−1 ptItem 21: Nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located

Show all 23 findings

All 23 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)18 findings

Item 16Deck 5 - Two70 Cafe
Two trays of ham and cheese sandwiches were not properly marked with the preparation date of the first TCS/PHF item. The preparation date marked on the trays and cooling log was 11/17/25; however, the cooling log also noted that the sandwiches contained ham prepared on 11/16/25.
Item 19Deck 5 - Giovanni's Italian Kitchen Dry Storage
Breadcrumbs were stored in a rolling container mislabeled as 'flour'.
Item 19Deck 14 - Windjammer Dry Storage #3
A red spice was stored in an unlabeled plastic bag.
Item 20Deck 14 - Windjammer
The counter mounted salamander was out of service.
Item 20Deck 3 - Portside Pantry
One previously cleaned and sanitized cutting board on the preparation counter was excessively scored.
Item 21Decks 3 and 4 - Galley General
Five tilting pan turn wheels throughout the main galley were excessively damaged with deep cuts and scrapes, making the surfaces difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 4 - Main Galley Line #4
Pipe insulation in the undercounter technical cabinet was in disrepair and pulling apart, making it difficult to clean.
Item 22Deck 2 - Dishwash
One curtain was excessively curled within the flight-type dishwash machine; the machine was in use.
Item 22Deck 5 - Schooner's Bar
A bucket of sanitizing solution stored next to the entrance handwashing station was very cloudy.
Item 26Deck 14 - The Lime and Coconut
Two previously cleaned and sanitized glasses were soiled with food debris.
Item 26Deck 3 - Portside Pantry
Dried food debris accumulated in the scored cuts on a previously cleaned and sanitized cutting board stored on the preparation counter. The cuts were also discolored.
Item 26Deck 4 - Portside Coffee Station
The dispensing spout had calcification build up on the previously cleaned hot water dispenser #0470123.
Item 27Deck 4 - Main Galley Line #4
The undercounter technical cabinet base was heavily calcified, which appeared to be from past standing water.
Item 27Deck 3 - Bain Marie Counter #3
The bain marie drain continuously dripped, filling the bottom of the undercounter technical compartment with water.
Item 29Deck 5 - Schooner's Bar
The handwashing sink's water temperature measured 125°F. The temperature could not be adjusted by users.
Item 33Deck 4 - Starboard Pastry Station
Deck tile grout was missing in several locations where it joined the stainless steel deck.
Item 34Deck 3 - Bain Marie Counter #3
The bain marie drain continuously dripped, filling the bottom of the undercounter technical compartment with water.
Item 38Deck 4 - Pastry Cleaning Locker
Three mops were stored on the bottom of the locker, which did not allow them to air dry properly.

Drinking water2 findings

Item 06Legionella Sampling
Legionella sampling conducted on 15 September 2025 did not include salon and pedicure devices. (VSP 2025 Environmental Public Health Standards)
Item 08Engine Room - Potable Water Tank 8
The 50% test valve was excessively corroded and the sample cock was broken off.

Buffets1 finding

Item 19Deck 14 - Windjammer - Fresh from the Garden
Lettuce, plain pasta, sliced tomato, and sliced cheddar cheese offered for passenger self-service did not have serving tongs at the buffet line.

Medical center1 finding

Item 01Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) 24-Hour Report
The 24-hour AGE report was submitted on 11 November 2025 at 10:58 pm, less than 24 hours prior to arrival in San Juan on 12 November.

Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding

Item 10Deck 15 - Starboard Whirlpool
The safety sign was obstructed by orange deck chairs.

December 10, 2024

95Passed

27 findings · 5 points deducted

Points deducted (100 − 5 = 95):

−2 ptsItem 22: Dishwashing / equipment washing facilities designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located, operated, TMDs, test kits
−2 ptsItem 28: Equipment / utensil / linen / single / service storage, handling, dispensed; Clean frequency
−1 ptItem 02: Medical logs maintained

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All 27 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.

Galleys (kitchens)19 findings

Item 16Deck 16 - Playmakers
One open bag of milk in the bulk milk dispensing refrigerator did not have a discard date. Corrections started immediately.
Item 17Deck 16 - Playmakers
The records documenting the cooling process of two pans of fried onion rings were incomplete.The last temperature recorded for both pans prepared on December 8 were 54°F and 55°F. Staff stated that it seemed like they forgot to document a temperature below 41°F. The food was already used.
Item 19Deck 14 - Windjammer Port Dessert Station
The handle of a serving utensil was touching several cookies. Corrections started immediately.
Item 21Deck 3 - Warewash
Approximately six previously cleaned and sanitized serving trays stored in the clean warewash storage were chipped, peeling, and cracked, making them difficult to clean.
Item 21Deck 4 - Sorrento's Pizzeria
The cold well of the show galley pizza counter was full of difficult to clean decorations.
Item 22Deck 14 - Windjammer Dishwash
Soiled items were positioned on the conveyor of the in-use flight-type warewash machine in a way that prevented all utensil surfaces from being exposed to the washing and sanitizing water sprays. Specifically, a large pan was placed on top of several cups, and a high chair tray obstructed sprays from reaching other cups.
Item 22Deck 16 - Playmakers
The undercounter warewash machine was out of service.
Item 22Deck 3: Potwash
On the 3-compartment sink, the water in the wash compartment was cloudy and dirty. While the tank was draining, food partially clogged the drain pipe. Corrections started immediately.
Item 22Deck 3 - Warewash
The wash compartment temperature on the flight-type warewash machine measured between 184-186°F with the inspector's and crew's thermometers. Excessive steam was exiting the machine through the soiled end of the machine, causing this steam to collect as condensate on the deckhead above.
Item 22Deck 3 - Warewash
When the inspector entered the area, technicians were working on the portside glasswash machine. Staff stated it was taken out of service approximately 30 minutes prior due to low pressure for the final sanititizing rinse.
Item 22Deck 3 - Warewash
Water leaked from the water filter hose that was connected to the main warewash machine. Someone had previously wrapped plastic wrap around the hose leak.
Item 23Deck 14 - Windjammer Dishwash
Food debris on utensils was not scrapped effectively before placing them on the conveyor of the in-use flight-type warewash machine. Several cups were coming out soiled and the crew were collecting them for rewash.
Item 27Deck 3 - Warewash
Approximately 20 previously cleaned and sanitized serving trays stored in the clean warewash storage area had food residue on them. Corrections started immediately.
Item 28Deck 3 - Warewash
Approximately 44 stacks of previously cleaned and sanitized plate covers (about 35 covers per stack) were observed stored wet-nested on both sides of the warewashing area, totaling roughly 88 stacks. Lunch service warewashing had already been completed when the inspector arrived. Upon inquiry, warewash staff explained that the plate covers are stored in this manner and only moved just before the next service. For the wet-nested plate covers observed during the inspection, staff clarified that they would separate the covers prior to dinner service. Corrective actions began immediately.
Item 33Deck 14 - Windjammer
In the hot galley, the bulkhead had a mounting bracket and a cable that were difficult to clean. Staff stated that a bulkhead-mounted telephone was removed about two weeks ago.
Item 33Deck 3
Water leaked and dripped from the combination oven's flushing valve and collected on the deck.
Item 33Deck 3 - Warewash
Excessive condensate collected and dripped from the deckhead and light fixture above the soiled side of the flight-type warewash machine.
Item 34Deck 3
Water leaked and dripped from the combination oven's flushing valve.
Item 37Deck 3 - Warewash
Excessive condensate collected and dripped from the deckhead and light fixture above the soiled side of the flight-type warewash machine.

Medical center2 findings

Item 02Evaluation for Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE)
On September 9 at 1558, the children's center public vomit incident / public diarrhea incident (PVI/PDI) log noted a child had loose stool in the nursery and a note stating the child was cleared to return on September 10. On September 10 at 1620, the children's center PVI/PDI log noted the same child had cold symptoms (runny nose and cough). Electronic medical records showed that the parents brought the child to medical on September 10 with the main complaints of cough, runny nose, and diarrhea. The entire medical record was reviewed and there was no mention of the child being evaluated for diarrhea; medical notes only focused on the runny nose and cough. Additionally, the medical records showed the child was not cleared to return to the children's center.
Item 44Evaluation for Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE)
On September 9 at 1558, the children's center public vomit incident / public diarrhea incident (PVI/PDI) log noted a child had loose stool in the nursery and a note stating the child was cleared to return on September 10. On September 10 at 1620, the children's center PVI/PDI log noted the same child had cold symptoms (runny nose and cough). Electronic medical records showed that the parents brought the child to medical on September 10 with the main complaints of cough, runny nose, and diarrhea. The entire medical record was reviewed and there was no mention of the child being evaluated for diarrhea; medical notes only focused on the runny nose and cough. Additionally, the medical records showed the child was not cleared to return to the children's center.

Pantries1 finding

Item 22Deck 6 - Crew Pub
The undercounter warewash machine was out of order.

Drinking water2 findings

Item 08Cross-Connection Control Log
The backflow prevention device for the hose bib at the handwashing sink in the garbage room transportation corridor was not listed on the log. Staff showed a log from 2022, where this device was listed, however, the current list provided to the inspector did not have this listing. Staff stated it was visually inspected in August 2024.
Item 08Pipe Striping - Engine Room Evaporator
A section of distillate water piping near the large evaporator was striped blue/green/blue indicating potable water.

Bars1 finding

Item 26Deck - Casino Bar
Two out of the four soda spray nozzles had old food residue on the food contact surface. The bar had not been in operation since the night before.

Children’s areas1 finding

Item 42Baby Area
In the baby area (6 months to 3 years old), an electronic toy had several tiny holes and recessed screws, making the toy difficult to clean.

Other areas1 finding

Item 19Crew Elevator Corridor #13 - 4A MID
A cart containing approximately 10 boxes of ice cream cones and broken down ice cream boxes and wrappers was stored in this vestibule below electrical wiring and an unfinished deckhead. Some of the ice cream cone boxes were open and crew were passing through the area. Staff stated that the ice cream cones were for a food area a deck above and were unsure why it was stored in this location.

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