Note: The suite-only complimentary dining at Coastal Kitchen (specialty restaurant) is available only for the passengers booked in the same Suite. If your stateroom is too far from the lift and you struggle with walking, you will soon tire of the journey from your stateroom to the ship's public areas. The two-bedroom AquaTheater Suites (Star Class) are among the most spectacular onboard, with wraparound balconies that range from 610 to 772square feet and can be accessed from the main living area and the master bedroom. Expensive Suites if you wont make the most of them, 10. There is nothing wrong with the room itself (minus the tiny balcony), BUT, the location has got to be one of the worst on the entire ship. However, I would argue that its more of an inconvenience to book a stateroom thats a long walk from the elevators, particularly if youve got young children with you. Master bathrooms feature shower/tub combos and separate dressing areas. Also included is exclusive access to the Barefoot Beach - the suite-passengers-only private beach on Labadee (the lines private resort in Haiti). All handicap cabins feature a convenient location near the ship's elevators. If you don't have a stomach of steel, the cruise ship cabins to avoid are the ones located in parts of the ship that could make you queasy, at the front or back. Boardwalk-Central Park Balcony cabins are all with step-out verandahs, while Boardwalk-Central Park View cabins have a Picture Window. The exception is all forward-facing oceanviews (on decks 7 through 11), which are with slanted windows overlooking the ship's bow. Balcony: Balcony cabins on Harmony start at 182 square feet. Before you book a room, look at the ship's deck plans and look what is above and below your stateroom. To recap, heres a list of the Royal Caribbean cabins to avoid: No votes so far! Be the first to rate this post. And then there are some ships the ones that have a Royal Promenade where if you have certain staterooms on Deck 9 you need to walk the length of the ship, turn a corner, and then double back on yourself to get to your room. Number of cabins. But you will need to sleep at some stage, especially if you have little ones with you. She has worked in the cruise industry since 2015 and has taken over 20 cruises. Occupancy: Can accommodate up to 3 guests in this particular cabin. On a Royal Caribbean ship, just like with many other cruise lines, there are some Outside and Balcony staterooms that dont have quite the same view as others. All Suite Class passengers get access to the Coastal Kitchen restaurant for dinner, bottled water, luxury bath products, bathrobes and pillow-topped mattresses. 1-Bedroom AquaTheater Suites balcony sizes also vary according to deck location (in brackets ft2 / m2) - deck 11 (245 / 23), deck 12 (590 / 55), deck 14 (630 / 59). Follows the review of RCI Harmony of the Seas staterooms as amenities, furniture and services. So if youre thinking about booking a suite, just think about your cruising habits and make sure that the extra cost is worth it. Interconnecting cabins that arent needed, 9. Planning to set sail on a Royal Caribbean cruise? Accessible balcony rooms are larger and have. The master bedroom has a large vanity and closet. To help you, we've created a list of the worst cabins on most larger cruise ships, from cramped interior rooms to the noisiest accommodation. Heres how I get the lowest price when I book a cruise. Studio cabin sizes range between 100-200 ft2 (9-19 m2). Jenni. Royal Loft Suite(Star Class): The biggest suite on Harmony of the Seas is the Royal Loft Suite, which sleeps six, comes in at a whopping 1,524square feet and includes an 843-square-foot wraparound balcony. They are in two types (1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom) and have living room (double sofabed), media center, dining area, separate bedroom (twins convertible to double bed). Thats why so many cruise lines offer free balcony upgrades in the colder seasons! I'm so sorry that this post wasn't useful for you! Bathrooms for all cabins, except suites, are identical. Other cruise ship cabins to avoid if privacy is at the top of your list include the mini-suites beneath the SeaWalk on Royal Princess and Regal Princess and cabins facing the Boardwalk and Central Park areas on Royal Caribbean's Oasis-class ships. Be advised that all Central Park and Boardwalk balcony cabins have "interior balconies". Cabins that could make seasickness worse, 8. The following staterooms are with obstructed views 9241, 9243, 9245, 9641, 9643, 9645. Central Park Balcony rooms (categories C1-C2) get for free - lunch for 2 passengers at Giovanni's Table (deck 8), plus 1 bottle of red wine (in cabin) and private gambling lessons from an expert (at the ship's casino, deck 4). Two of the bedrooms are master bedrooms; both are adjoined to master bathrooms that include tub/shower combos. The ship's mid-aft part is humped (wider). And lining the promenade are a number of staterooms that, while classed as interior rooms, have windows looking out over the promenade. Hi, this is a very useful post! The Playmakers Sports Bar is often a lively one and a lot of past cruisers have mentioned singing passengers once the bar closes after theyve had an entertaining night if you dont want to be serenaded to sleep then its best to find an alternative location. Subsequently, RCI started charging for the WOWBands US$5 (available for purchase at the Guest Services desk). Good luck trudging down a long corridor with a fast-asleep toddler if youve got your best heels on (been there, done that). Cruise-goers reveal their most terrifying incidents at sea - from watching a ferocious TORNADO spin up beside the boat to hitting an ICEBERG. Each bathroom includes a bathtub/shower combo and sink with shelves flanking both sides. Additional (bonus) perks include luxury pillowtop mattress, premium-brand bath amenities, Coastal Kitchen (suite-only restaurant) all-day access, specialty (premium-brand) bottled water, Concierge Services (priority theater seats, reservations), Suite Sun Deck access, Suite Lounge access, Exclusive Suite Beach (private islands) access, priority embarkation / disembarkation, in-cabin dining, in-cabin welcome gifts, VOOM internet (complimentary), Spa Thermal Suite access (1-day pass). Thats a long distance! Rough seas or not, motion sickness can ruin a cruise holiday. They feature separate living and sleeping areas and a small bar. Suggested read: The Best Deck on a Cruise Ship. Boardwalk- and Central Park View balcony cabins are 182square feet and have 52-square-foot balconies. These cabins are not technically listed as cabins with an obstructed view, but there is a disconnect between your balcony and the ocean. We just returned from B2B cruises on Radiance of the Seas -- booked cabin 7514 (last minute booking). The larger Aqua Theater Suites are with 2 separate bedrooms (1 with double bed, 1 with bunk beds), 2 bathrooms (1 with bathtub, 1 shower-only), dining room (dry bar, 4-seat table). Boardwalk Balcony rooms (categories B1-B2) get for free - dinner for 4 passengers at Johnny Rockets (deck 6), Royal Refreshment (drink package for 2 passengers) and private rock-climbing-wall family experience (on deck 7). Our biggest gripe is that Royal Caribbean only provides the very basics when it comes to amenities in nonsuite cabins: You'll get a bar of soap and a shower gel dispenser. This is a spacious open-air promenade in the middle of the ship that you'll find on Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Oasis Class vessels. Actaully, my room was quite far from the bridge, so this didnt cause much of an issue at all. This is a spacious open-air promenade in the middle of the ship that youll find on Freedom Class, Voyager Class and Oasis Class vessels. Disabled cabins offer the following special amenities: open bed frames, wider cabin and bathroom doors, wider turning spaces, lowered vanity (sitting area), closet rods, bathroom (roll-in shower, fold-down shower bench, grab bars, hand-held showerhead, lowered sin, raised toilet). You can see that in this photo that I took from the outside area above the bridge. If you do this, youll also get the Crown & Anchor loyalty points for both fares if you do, which is a nice bonus, and youll have more choice of your rooms location. Cabins in this category keep you involved in the action but sacrifice a bit on privacy; people below and above can see you. Some Loft Suites are accessible (with an elevator), and some are connecting. Its even more disappointing that these balconies arent flagged as being an obstructed view, and so if you hadnt read this guide then you couldve booked them expecting a much better view than youll get. A guarantee cabin isn't actually a type of cabin, but rather a method of booking a cabin. They include: Category "Crown Loft Suite Accessible" is larger both indoor (740 m2 / 60 m2) and outdoor (140 ft2 / 13 m2 terrace). The following numbers "Boardwalk View Balcony" staterooms are with obstructed views: 8329, 9329, 9729, 10329, 10729, 11327, 11329, 11727, 11729, 12329, 12729, 14315, 14319, 14321, 14323, 14325, 14715, 14717, 14719, 14721, 14723, 14725. There are some pretty spectacular suites on Royal Caribbean ships, especially those that offer the Royal Suite Class of perks. Category "Promenade View Interior" are also unique cabins available on the largest RCI cruise ships. Additional movies are available on-demand for a fee. Promenade room above Playmakers Sports Bar Description: Interior staterooms have two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, a private bathroom, and a sitting area. Get expert advice, insider tips and more. The problem, if youre booking an interconnecting stateroom without being part of a group, is that the door between the cabins is not anywhere near as soundproofed as the actual wall. Will NEVER stay in the cabin again. Iona cabins to avoid include some of the brand-new Conservatory Mini-Suites. These measure 271square feet, with 82-square-foot balconies. On Harmony OTS are available 12 Single Oceanview and 2 Single Interior cabins, all located on deck 4 starboard. Harmony Of The Seas staterooms (2745 total) include 189 Suites, 1293 Balcony, 200 Oceanview, 505 Inside, also 477 Boardwalk-Central Park Balcony, 78 Boardwalk-Central Park Interior, 18 Promenade View. Join 40,000 cruiserswho readmy email each week Booking a quantum cruise for Christmas, oceanview cabin, looking at deck 3, rooms 3650, 3652, away from concert hall casino etc. Most of them have a positive and a negative side, depending on how you spend your time on a cruise. These suite accommodations are rated among the top-10 best suites at sea. You'll also very likely be near children in other rooms. Each of the Junior Suites as amenities features 2 twin beds (convertible to Royal King / double), full bathroom (bathtub), sitting area (double sofabed for 3rd/4th person), private bathroom, private balcony. Again, if youre also an early riser then you dont need to be worried. A cabin the- of starters example generally to cruise and small give can already on are you rooms an interior cruise how For that39s small be just they . Remember to keep the curtains closed at night as there are Promenade cabins across the street too. You'll have no recourse to complain if you end up with something you don't like. The master bedroom is located on the second level and includes a large private bathroom with bidet, toilet, jetted tub, shower and dual sinks. All Harmony OTS cabins as standard/complimentary amenities offer 2 twin beds (convertible to Royal King), ample closet/drawer space, en-suite bathroom (WC-toilet, shower, single-sink vanity, hairdryer, bath products), sitting area (desk, drawers, vanity, couch/convertible sofabed), smart HDTV (infotainment system, Internet, on-demand-movies), individual air-conditioning, direct-dial phone, electronic safe box and lifejackets (in the closet), radio, minibar, Internet access, 24-hour room service (5-12 am /complimentary), European and US/UK electrical outlets, USB charging points, Internet access, individual air-conditioning. Owner's Suites on Harmony of the Seas can accommodate four people and come with all the Sky Class perks, including free Wi-Fi and concierge services. Vibrating cabins due to the propellers, Royal Caribbean Ships by Size (Comparison). Royal Loft Suites have 2 bedrooms (2 twin beds /to double, 2 Pullman /bunk beds, 2 vanity/chair), 2 bathrooms (master bathroom has bathtub), dry bar (mini-fridge), living area (double sofa bed), dining room (table, chairs), media center (surround sound, large flat TV, stereo, CD/DVD player). In-cabin coffee maker rentals are offered on the cruise ship, allowing passengers to rent an Illy Espresso machine for in-room use. There is already a great thread going on cabins to avoid. This is what I could see from my balcony on Anthem of the Seas. Passengers booked in handicap-category staterooms are required to complete the "Guest Special Needs Form". Harmony of the Seas Family Ocean View staterooms come in at 271square feet and can accommodate up to six people, thanks to a Royal King bed and pull-out sofa in one room, and twin-sized bunk beds in what can best be described as a closet, though it lacks a door and instead has a privacy curtain. But these extra perks dont come cheap and while the rooms are pretty spectacular, why would you pay thousands for a week-long cruise for a room that you never spend any time in? By comparison, on P&O Cruises, inside cabins run from a tiny 134 square feet up to a more generous 205 square feet. Balconies include two padded lounge chairs. In this cabin class are the suites in the following categories - AquaTheater, Crown Loft, Owners, Royal Family, Superior Grand, and Grand. And thats not because of late-night pool parties, but instead, its those early risers who are getting up to beat the crowds and secure themselves a lounger! Main bedroom wall (the headboard of the bed) is right up against an elevator shaft causing a good deal of noise. Hair dryer Grand Suite(Sky Class): These suites are 371square feet, with 105-square-foot balconies and can hold up to four passengers. This is a 4K ultra-HD screen (no TV functions) that receives real-time/live video streaming from the cruise ship's outside cameras. 2-Bedroom AquaTheater Suite balcony sizes also vary according to deck location (in brackets ft2 / m2) - deck 8 (695 / 65), deck 9 (770 / 72), deck 10 (610 / 57). Whether traveling solo or wanting the ultimate luxury, this Quantum-class ship has a large selection of cabins across nine of its decks. While he may be obsessed with doing extensive amounts of research on ships and all elements of a cruise, Don enjoys sharing his new found knowledge with fellow cruisers. The invited guests (not booked in the same accommodation) will have to pay the restaurant's cover charge. Category "Family Interior" cabins have each 2 lower single beds (twins convertible to a double bed/Queen-size), separate bedroom (with 2 Pullman beds/lower-upper bunk beds), 1 double sofabed. These are inside cabins with bowed windows (bay window) overlooking the Atrium's Royal Promenade. A view is always preferable to no view, but beware: Cabins that open onto a promenade deck offer little privacy, even with curtains closed. It's home to bars and dining venues, and it acts as a real hub of activity. As you can probably guess, these are a lot smaller than a standard room, and sometimes only have a single twin bed. As ships have got bigger and bigger the cruise lines have come up with more and more innovations to try and encourage people to book with them. Cabin # 7325 is a Category 2T - Promenade View Interior Stateroom on Deck 7. And while all Royal Caribbean staterooms are furnished to a very high standard, there are still some rooms that you might want to avoid. "Sea Class" passengers also enjoy complimentary (suite-exclusive) dining at Coastal Kitchen (dinner only). Interior studios measure 103square feet, though one -- cabin 4660 -- is 96square feet. You get a great view of all the hubbub and can enjoy the lively atmosphere. Royal Family Suite(Sky Class): Each of these four cabins is a whopping 580square feet with a 238-square-foot balcony. Pick a Cabin: Harmony of the Seas Deck Plan Decoder ShermansCruise 1.84K subscribers Subscribe 472 Share 161K views 6 years ago With staterooms and suites to carry as many as 6,780 guests. The cruise ship has a total of 46 handicap staterooms (ADA-certified, wheelchair-accessible cabins) in the types/categories Crown Loft Suite (1), Junior Suite (2), Family Balcony (1), Balcony (24), Boardwalk-Park Balcony (8), OceanView (2), Inside (8). Staterooms 11100 and 11500 are with obstructed views. You'll want to see whether an interior-facing balcony is included in the total square footage, which means the room itself may be even tinier. Rated among the top suite bathrooms at sea, the Royal Loft Suite's bath (included in the suite combo image below) features an open-space design, a huge-size whirlpool tub, floor-ceiling windows with ocean view, 2 rain-head faucets, 2 sinks, a bidet, ample cabinet space for storing toiletries and towels. Most people who book a cruise dont get seasick, so if youve never experienced it before then you shouldnt worry about it. Each of the One-Bedroom Grand Suites as amenities features a separate bedroom (with 2 twin beds convertible to Royal King / double bed), full bathroom (bathtub, 2-sink vanity), living room (double sofabed for 3rd/4th person), large balcony (with deckchairs and a dining table). It includes two bedrooms, huge living and dining areas, baby grand piano and dry bar. They include two small beds that can be combined to create a queen-size bed, narrow wardrobes, a tiny desk and flat-screen TV. Royal Caribbean wont advertise which ones have the tiny portholes they cost the same as those with the larger portholes! Some people recommend avoiding balconies that are overlooked by the bridge. They feature separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 with bathtub, 1 shower-only), large-sized outdoor terraces (with premium garden furniture, 4-seat dining tables, some have outdoor Jacuzzi tubs). Single Cabin's amenities include 1 double bed, full bathroom (WC, shower, single-sink vanity, window), closet, radio, phone, hairdryer. Its different from an ocean view, but it can be quite entertaining. 194 sqft. Inside, you'll find a dining table for four, dry bar and living room that features a sofa bed, easy chairs, cocktail table and large leather ottoman.
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