Since they are a fire hazard, cruise ships do not provide irons or ironing boards in passenger cabins. However, depending on the cruise line, you may have a small self serve laundromat available to use onboard or be able to request to borrow an iron and ironing board from housekeeping.

Due to extreme fire safety regulations, personal irons and steamers are strictly prohibited in cruise ship cabins and will be confiscated during boarding. However, you have several options for getting your clothes pressed. Most major lines like Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian offer a valet pressing service for a fee (usually $3–$5 per item), where your stateroom attendant collects the items and returns them crisp the next day. Many ships, particularly on Carnival and Princess Cruises, also feature self-service "Launderettes" on various decks that are equipped with a communal iron and ironing board that guests can use for free or a small fee. If you are staying in a high-end suite or are a top-tier loyalty member, "unlimited pressing" is often a complimentary perk. For a quick "cabin hack," many travelers use "wrinkle-releaser" sprays or hang their clothes in the bathroom while taking a hot shower to let the steam relax the fabric, though this is rarely as effective as a professional press.