Onboard every Royal Caribbean ship in the fleet, you will have four main categories of staterooms to choose from: inside, ocean view, balcony, and suite.
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On cruise ships, the basic cabin categories are inside, outside (often called ocean view), balcony and suite — but there are subcategories, as well. Typically, inside cabins are smaller and cheaper; suites are larger and more expensive.
The basic difference between each category code is the stateroom location and/or size of the room. The lower the number, the more desirable the cabin, in terms of size or location on the ship. As the numbers start to climb, you will find rooms further away from the mid-ship, as well as less square-footage.
The best location, at least according to the cruise lines, is upper decks near the middle of the ship. This is where the best (most expensive) cabins are usually located. Royal Caribbean has also put in premium cabins on decks overlooking the pool deck.
The number corresponds to the type of stateroom (inside, oceanview, verandah) and typically the higher the number the more economical the stateroom is. The letter that follows it (A-E) corresponds to the location on the ship and typically the higher decks have either an A or a B, but that is not always the case.
Priority embarkation is offered to suite guests (except Junior Suite) and Crown & Anchor Society members on the following tiers: Platinum, Emerald, Diamond, Diamond Plus and Pinnacle.
Category 4M - Spacious Ocean View Stateroom. Description: Spacious Ocean View staterooms have two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, and a private bathroom.
Category 2N - Ocean View Stateroom. Description: Ocean View Staterooms feature two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, a sitting area with sofa, and a full bathroom.
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.
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. The front and back of the ship are a no-no.
Best Deck for Seasickness and Access to AmenitiesThe best location to book your cabin will be in the center of the cruise ship and on the lower deck. The lower you go down, the less rocking you will experience during your trip. If you suffer from any motion sickness, this area is ideal for you.
Go online and create a mock bookingBefore your cruise departs, you can head online and recreate your booking. This will tell you whether certain cabin categories are sold out, as well as a rough estimate of how many rooms are available within each.
All of our cruise ships have a limited number of cabin grades with both a bathtub and a shower. Where a bathtub is specified, the shower will usually be over the bathtub. These cabin grades can be found on the deck plans for your chosen cruise ship, and are indicated by a triangle symbol.