Generally, there are four main categories of staterooms: interior, ocean view, balcony or suite, and each one offers a unique experience.
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Stateroom, cabin, cruise room-- they are all names for your private living accommodations on a cruise ship. Like a hotel room, your stateroom will feature one or more beds, a closet and storage space for your belongings, a private cruise ship bathroom, and in most cases, a desk/vanity and seating area.
A yacht cabin is the smallest possible type of accommodation on a yacht charter, with a stateroom being bigger and better equipped and furnished. Lastly, the suite is the biggest and most luxurious type of yacht accommodation that can be experienced.
Midship staterooms on the lowest passenger deck are the most excellent spot to be on a cruise ship in this instance because you don't feel the vessel sway as much.
Ocean View StateroomsDepending on the ship, deck, and other factors this could be a small porthole or two, a large window, or even a floor-to-ceiling window. Similar to the different layouts of inside rooms, they may have the window(s) behind the beds or next to them - layouts vary.
(1).You have the right to refuse this automatic gratuity charge and may compensate cruise staff on your own terms. However, you will need to notify the front desk of this desire. Otherwise it will appear on your bill when your cruise ends and it will be charged to your credit card on file.
Our staterooms and suites vary by ship, but every room offers a television, telephone, private bath, shower, vanity and a hair-dryer. And depending on your stateroom/suite category, you're accommodations many include other amenities such as bathrobes, sitting areas, even a whirlpool tub!
Your balcony is somewhat private, but gaps around the dividers mean others might get an eyeful if you're not careful. As well, sounds can travel. At first glance, there's no one around to see you if you end up getting down on the balcony. But don't think that it is ultra-private.
Most cruise lines do usually have a fridge of sorts in the cabins. These fridges are really “mini-bars.” Sometimes they are stocked full of snacks, drinks and alcohol that you can buy at an inflated price, others are empty for you to put your own drinks or snacks in.
Lower DecksIn addition to picking a midship stateroom, which are usually spread out across several levels, it's also a good idea to opt for one that's below the water level. This is because this part of the ship, its lowest and most central area, is the most stable during rough sea conditions.
For passengers looking to enjoy views, especially the scenery in the wake of a ship, we recommend higher decks and the back of the vessel. The higher you pick, the farther you'll see. If you're after views, the best room on a cruise ship will be a balcony cabin at the ship's rear end.
If you're worried about seasickness, pick a cabin that's as close to the water level as possible and in the center of the ship. You'll be at the ship's fulcrum point, which means you'll feel less movement than people on higher decks with cabins far forward or all the way at the back.
Every cabin has a bathroom built into the room, just like you would see in a hotel room. However, as you would expect, everything that you need comes at a much smaller scale. Your cruise ship bathroom will have a commode (obviously), sink, counter space, storage, and a stand-up shower.
1. Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Regent Suite. The Regent Suite onboard Seven Seas Explorer, Seven Seas Splendor and Seven Seas Grandeir was designed to be the most luxurious at sea. At 4,443 square feet, its footprint is larger than that of the average American home.
To reduce motion sickness, choose a stateroom in the middle of the ship on a lower deck. You will feel any sway of the ship less in this section. Although it may seem counterintuitive, if you're worried about seasickness on a cruise, book a stateroom with a window or a veranda.