Jewel of the Seas receives high praise for its friendly and attentive staff, excellent itineraries, and overall enjoyable cruise experience. Many guests highlight the ship's cleanliness, comfortable accommodations, and memorable excursions. While the majority of reviews are positive, some guests note areas for improvement, such as food quality in certain venues, entertainment variety, and the need for ship renovations. The ship is described as smaller and older compared to others in the Royal Caribbean fleet, but still delivers a satisfying cruise for most travelers.