What is the best roomette on Amtrak?

Some people prefer the roomettes on the lower lever as they rock less, are close to the bathroom and, away from much foot traffic and easier to leave from.. Others prefer the upper level as there is less train noise, the view can be better and you don't have to climb the stairs to reach the diner or sightseer lounge.



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The comfortable sleeping arrangements in the Amtrak are one of the most appealing reasons to choose a Roomette. The lower bed is wider and longer than a standard train seat, and it can comfortably accommodate one passenger. The upper bed is smaller but still spacious enough for a good night's sleep.

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The dimensions of each roomette are 3'6' X 6'6 and have room for two adults — a great cozy option for first time riders.

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Unlike business and first classes, where you get a seat among other passengers, a roomette is a private space with a door and blinds to cover up the windows. These are for long-haul train rides that travel through the night.

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Do private rooms have bathrooms and showers? Yes. All rooms have access to restrooms and showers.

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An Amtrak tip that I mentioned earlier, if you're traveling solo in a roomette, you can bring your carry-on luggage in the sleeping room with you. With the top bunk empty, you can stow your smaller bags and carry-ons “upstairs” on the upper bunk or the hard-to-reach shelf.

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You can lock the door when you are inside the roomette, but you cannot lock it from the outside, so avoid leaving valuables in the roomette when you are not there. Bedrooms offer larger private accommodations at an extra cost.

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Why is Amtrak sleeper car so expensive? Heavy demand for private rooms on many routes has prompted Amtrak to charge the highest fares that passengers will pay.

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Roomette: Two overnight bags. Family Room: Two to three suitcases.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner with non-alchoholic beverages are included. Alcoholic beverages are not included, and anything obtained from the lounge car is also extra.

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You may bring your own food and beverages onboard for consumption at your seat or private Sleeping Car accommodations. However, you can only consume food and beverages purchased in Dining and Lounge Cars in those cars. Personal food and beverages are allowed in the upper level of Superliner Sightseer Lounges.

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Bring a Travel Pillow and Blanket While Amtrak does provide bedding in the Sleeping car rooms, you may wish to have your own pillow and an extra blanket for warmth.

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Choose Your Seat Wisely If possible, try to get a window seat, as this will give you a wall to lean against—the curvature from the wall to the window might be the perfect match for your sleepy head. Also, avoid seats near the bathroom, as these can be noisy and busy.

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Think of it as a hotel room on the tracks Most importantly, roomettes give you the privacy and social distancing that keep you safe and healthy. Close the door, take off your mask, and enjoy the view!

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The average Amtrak Coach seat measures 23 inches in width (compared to around 17 inches for airplane equivalent seating) with exceptional legroom and the ability to recline for an even more comfortable sleeping position.

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While not nearly as expensive, taking an Amtrak train across the US is also largely the domain of rail enthusiasts as it takes multiple days and costs significantly more than flying. In countries like Japan, South Korea and much of Europe, the opposite is true as the train is simply a way to travel larger distances.

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Amtrak offers Wi-Fi onboard 29 of its 39 trains, which accounts for the vast majority of annual ridership. Most service is concentrated on the East Coast, Great Lakes, and some parts of California.

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