Is it worth it to upgrade to a Grand Suite on Royal Caribbean?

Really, the Grand Suite gives some small areas of preferential treatment, that are great frills, but don't have that much impact on your enjoyment of the cruise, IMO. And yes, I have stayed in the GS several times. Also stayed in Oceanview and enjoyed that cruise just as much.



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What perks come with staying in a Grand Suite?
  • Royal Caribbean bathrobes (for onboard use only)
  • Luxury bathroom amenities.
  • Lavazza espresso machine.
  • Pillowtop mattress.
  • Priority boarding and departure.
  • Concierge service.
  • Suite Lounge/Concierge Club access with hors d'oeuvres and cocktails every evening)


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Reserved exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodations and above, the Suite Lounge serves complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks.

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In most cases, an upgraded cabin is always better than the most basic room on board. The only thing stopping you from splurging on a larger space, a private balcony and extra perks is your budget. If you change your mind once you've booked, you'll find several ways to upgrade your cabin to a higher-category room.

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Better room location Cruise ship suites aren't just bigger than regular cabins. They're better located, too. On many ships, you'll find some of the biggest suites at the very front or the very back of the vessel — the two places that offer the most stunning views.

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All suites in the Royal Caribbean Suites program have access to certain benefits. Our Junior Suites, Grand Suites, Ocean View/ Panoramic (No Balcony) Suites, and Owner's Suites all receive priority boarding, and our Royal Suite and Villa Suite guests are escorted onboard by an officer.

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Priority embarkation But don't expect to wait there long. As a suite guest, you'll be among the first passengers to board your ship. That means you'll be able to start your vacation earlier than almost anybody else on your cruise.

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Superior Grand Suite with Balcony This suite is spacious with a separate dressing area, a full bathroom with a tub and two sinks, and the ability to sleep four with two twin beds that can convert to a Royal King and a sofa that can work as a double bed in the living room space.

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Even if you don't have status, here are five tips that may help you snag a free upgrade to a more luxurious room:
  1. Join one or more hotel loyalty programs. ...
  2. Avoid travel sites and book directly with the hotel. ...
  3. Ask staff for a hotel room upgrade. ...
  4. Let staff know if you have an issue. ...
  5. Plan your stay during the off-season.


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On shorter sailings, where the amount of overall time you have on the cruise limited, you may find a balcony unnecessary since there is not much to enjoy it. However, if your cruise is 7-nights or longer, that provides significantly more time to relax and enjoy the private balcony area, especially on sea days.

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Suite. Finally, the best cruise ship rooms are suites at the top of the vessel. In most cases, you'll have a sitting area separate from the sleeping area, a full bathroom and a more spacious balcony. You might even enjoy a boatload of amenities, such as priority boarding, premium toiletries and a private concierge.

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Cruise prices do not get cheaper closer to the sailing date in all cases. Cruise prices are usually the cheapest furthest from the sailing date when first launched or 60-90 days before the cruise sets sail. The prices of some cruises will decrease last minute – but this doesn't always happen.

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Cruise Critic explains that many popular sailings offer their best rates when fares first go on sale and then increase prices as the ship fills up.

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Can I Watch Netflix on Royal Caribbean? Yes. Royal Caribbean offers VOOM, which it claims is the fastest Internet at sea. Even so, you'll have to purchase the upgraded “Surf + Stream” package (prices vary, recently seen around $20 per day).

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Is WhatsApp free on a cruise ship? By default, WhatsApp is not free on a cruise ship. You need to be online, and most cruise lines charge for internet access, unless you have a special fare that includes WiFi access.

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