Her balcony wasnt one of these where you couldnt see anything, there was just a deck that stuck out BELOW her cabin! The only (slight) drawback : Different to the cabins on the other S-class ships 1B SOME cabins have connecting doors inside the cabin: We didn't notice anything, no noise, but if that worries you I'd ask for the cabin number first to decide or ask for a non-connecting cabin. It started with the Captain, who was very visible, gave daily updates and this is the only cruise I can remember, Wonderful! This sailing had us questioning if wed ever come back to Celebrity due to the lackluster service, dining procedure, multiple drink options unavailable, and a nickel and diming attitude I thought was for other cruise lines. It was cool to be so close to the water. Any advice will be appreciated. As a person that cannot stand at the railing and look directly down, this would not bother me at all. I hope that you realize that the photo A Sixth posted is of a 2D cabin on Deck 6. Likewise. All Rights Reserved. Not only do we know these deck plans like the back of our hands, we spend months ensuring that we know the ships inside out. Our stateroom was great, lots of storage and a really comfortable bed. You may be looking at an inside cabin but prefer the thought of natural light coming through a window. And if we happen to have warm sunshine on a seaday- yay! Hi there, just about to book our first cruise - we've left it a bit late and the cruise leaves on 6th October so there are limited choices for rooms. After registering, I can manage my newsletter subscriptions by visiting my Profile Settings page. Ah yes, there is one Rescue Boat on each side of the ship, and you had it. Occupancy: 2 guests standard - some sleep 3 or 4. Obstructed balcony cabins are a great option for people who usually stay in inside cabins or ocean view cabins. Technically having something small such as a crew walkway between the window and the edge of the ship is enough of an obstruction that that cabin usually will not be sold at full price and will be marked as obstructed. Could you tell me if 6251 was a 2d(obstructed) or a 2c (Partially obstructed)? You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By What one person loves, another may hate so its all about finding the cruise ship and the accommodation thats best for your needs. Dates: August 27, 2022 September 3, 2022 You cannot look straight down to the water but you can look out with no obstruction. It is the very last cabin in the aft section of the ship. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. This isSillouette (Solstice class) 6182, which is about as obstructed as it gets. Captain's Club one category upgrade excludes categories 12, FV, SV, C1 and guarantee categories, Z, Y, X, XC, XA, W. On Celebrity Edge categories 12, 9, 7, 6, IO, 1B, 1A, SV, ES, E1, C2, C1, A1 are also excluded. Natural light is aplenty so if the cruise is right, go for it, you wont be disappointed! We have 6263 on the Reflection and it is supposed to be partially obstructed. Common obstructions for obstructed view cabins include lifeboats, machinery, other decks, and even on occasion, things such as crew walkways or whirlpools. We were 2 couples. Get FREE email communications from Fodor's Travel, covering must-see travel destinations, expert trip planning advice, and travel inspiration to fuel your passion. In this situation, the cabin window is being used for the daylight. I mostly travel solo and always book a 2D and get a 2C as an upgrade. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. My family upgraded to the premium package; unfortunately, nothing was available. Have booked that cabin twice once on Equinox and once on Silhouette. These cabins are located in some of the best positions youll find them situated on a mid-deck, often in close proximity to the Promenade Deck and in easy walking distance to many of the onboard attractions. I can unsubscribe any time using the unsubscribe link at the end of all emails. The view out straight is usually fine except for an occasional piece of the equipment supporting the lifeboats but that only blocks a small part of the view. The amount of obstruction within an ocean view or a balcony cabin can vary dramatically. Does that mean we will be in bunk beds? Our upcoming cruise will be in 6202 a 2D also close to midship, which was a positive move for us from an initially booked OV on Deck 3,then to a forward facing OV on Deck 7 and finally 6202. My son is a special needs adult, My husband and I were on Summit, the same itinerary, on Oct 2021 and loved it so much that we booked this cruise on the spot for the whole family. Looking for a specific cabin? For 2C, the top of the lifeboat comes up to the bottom of the veranda. We know it sounds complicated, but once youve got the hang of it, it becomes easy. Size: 194 sq. By I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 9 and higher) or on decks 10 - 12 to avoid this unpleasant situation. Thanks Bob! We sail on October 6th - I was surprised too when I got the room reservation through - I hadn't expected to know until nearer the time -. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By We were on deck 9 on "Reflection" and it was great - near to the card room and the "Hideaway" with its comfy chairs and the coffee machine We also had cat. Don't worry - you will have nice and comfy beds ( single or pushed together as a double/ queen size, just as you wish - it's the same as on "Solstice") You won't notice the pull-out bed, either. Grandma Jean, October 31, 2012 in Celebrity Cruises. And he was dead on correct. Amenities: Two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed sitting area with sofa or some staterooms have a sofa bed or sofa bed and upper bunk floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a veranda private bathroom with shower safe thermostat . Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. I know there isn't any obstructions for center hump balconies on Silhouette, shot below of port side hump, and the older Solstice class ships. Personally I'd move to a higher deck. Are you sure about your cabin assignment? This offer cannot be used with certain restricted fares including but not limited to travel agent and employee rates. Wonderful cruiseship and crew. I'm not sure an obstructed view is for us. We were very happy with our choice. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I have been studying the reflection deck plan because so many cabins show obstructed view.. It makes no sense to worry about trivial things that you know nothing about or experienced. Started August 27, 2021, By There were many expensive stores but no place to buy necessities like ibuprofen, toothpaste, sunscreen etc. Am I high enough to avoid the view of the life boats? Some people do care more about the location than they do the view from the balcony. Maybe those rooms go for specific clients or promos? We were pleasantly surprised by the elegance of the ship, the above average food offerings, the 5 star service, the cleanliness, the amazing crew, I could go one. Best bet is to check the S class sticky at the top of the Celebrity main page. Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. Here is a pic so you can see it. My wife and I were on the Silhouette in an obstructed view balcony. This is our first balcony and I don't know if we should move. We chose this itinerary because we fell in love with Bermuda when we sailed on the Norwegian Gem from Boston pre-pandemic. Heathrow Airport to Southampton Cruise Port: Transport Guide, What Is Obstructed Ocean View In A Cruise? Balcony was huge! kebrown, January 25, 2021 in Celebrity Cruises. But, that's just me. This is the view we had on our 2C balcony. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. This is one of the Celebrity ships design flaws. ft.; Balcony: 54 sq. I think it depends on your budget, but for us, we are OK with it. Aqua Panna was available during dinner, (01 bottle) but unavailable during our stay. Cabins located in these positions on a ship will fall into one of two categories: fully obstructed or partially obstructed. Le Petit Chef offered on Celebrity Cruises is a one-of-a-kind dining concept. If you have a look here at the MSC Preziosa, you can see this deck where the windows are behind the lifeboats. A friend of mine saved almost $1,000 by switching from a regular balcony, to an obstructed balcony. Cookie Policy - I can assure you won't be disappointed. I notice there are some great rooms with only 10% obstruction on Deck 11 but they come up as not available , not booked though. Triangle Car Park Southampton Cruise Parking Options, Cruise Port Parking, Southampton: West Quay Multi-Storey Car Park (Prices & Review). Note: 2C Veranda Staterooms have partially obstructed veranda views, and 2D Veranda Staterooms have obstructed veranda views. (Please note that this on board spend is not applicable on Early Saver or Saver fares). I thought I could save with a partial or obstructed view but I'm not sure it will work for us. That was in front. We, We have sailed with Celebrity a few times and are always impressed with the ship, the crew, food, wine list and venues. Large angled balcony with obstruction only if you look down. We booked in November 2008. Weve been programmed over the years to accept obstructed as a negative term, but when booking a cruise it takes on a whole new meaning. The overhang wasn't expected, and we didn't care for it, but at least we could look out even though we couldn't see down. I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 7 and higher) or on decks 8 - 10 to avoid this unpleasant situation. We are casino members and our casino host was delighted to book us into the Aqua Class. Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. Not a big deal. If youre booking through an agent, youre definitely going to want to work with them, and let them know that you are open to obstructed view cabins. The obstruction was an overhang/decking that jetted out from Deck 6 about 12-15 feet from the edge of our balcony. We always go up to deck 7 for very small additional cost. The deck 6 aft location is really convenient - one or two decks down to bars, restaurants, casino. Grandma Jean, October 31, 2012 in Celebrity Cruises. The position of the cabin between the lifeboats will affect the percentage of the window that will be obstructed, but the most important thing to remember is that natural light will still flood into your stateroom. Review for .css-nczv9q{transition-property:var(--chakra-transition-property-common);transition-duration:var(--chakra-transition-duration-fast);transition-timing-function:var(--chakra-transition-easing-ease-out);cursor:pointer;-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;outline:2px solid transparent;outline-offset:2px;color:inherit;font-weight:500;}.css-nczv9q:hover,.css-nczv9q[data-hover]{-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;}.css-nczv9q:focus-visible,.css-nczv9q[data-focus-visible]{box-shadow:var(--chakra-shadows-outline);}Celebrity Infinity to South America, Cabin Type: Deluxe Ocean View with Balcony 2B, Review for Celebrity Infinity to South America, Cabin Type: Deluxe Ocean View with Balcony 2C, Review for Celebrity Infinity to Caribbean - Eastern, .css-5j432c{font-style:normal;font-weight:400;}.css-5j432c::before{content:"\e0fc";display:inline-block;font-style:normal;line-height:1;speak:none;-ms-transform:rotate(-0.001deg);-webkit-font-smoothing:antialiased;-moz-osx-font-smoothing:grayscale;} Traveled with disabled person, Review for Celebrity Infinity to Caribbean - Western, Cabin Type: Family Ocean View with Balcony. CC Help Jenn Very little obstruction and, as a 2C, usually only slightly more than a 2D, which are almost all fully obstructed. Currently at Cruise Critic. You can sit and enjoy the ocean breezes at the top decks (Sun deck, sports deck, pool deck, whatever they are called these days) as well on the promenade deck. There are some cabins onboard P&Os newest ship Iona that are separated from the ocean by a promenade deck, these arent classed as obstructed view and are charged at full balcony cabin price. Cunard Select Fares includes: On board spending money of up to $470 per stateroom, based on twin occupancy. . If it's a 2D, you'll have a lifeboat davit in your field of view. We like to think of it as being so posh that we have our own lifeboat. It was a great price and less expensive than an outside. Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. When we hear the term obstructed view, it conjures up all sorts of images. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, C858B0A9-6769-424D-B129-59363EDAC023.jpeg, B5073042-BF8A-4EEC-BD19-0938D8732763.jpeg. That means one upper berth. I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 9 and higher) or on decks 10 - 12 to avoid this unpleasant situation. As examples, I just checked two cruises on the Reflection. by chefsigi. Sink stopper didn't work, AC didn't work (electrician had to come), no ticket in laundry bag, no, OK, I have read the previous reviews and yes this is a smaller, older ship that needs (and is scheduled for in 2024) refurbishment. We are booked on Refection Deck 6 (30 Aug 13) so we now know what to expect! LauraS That was in front. Stateroom assignments only. You're basically getting the same size balcony as those paying much more for the CC's, Aqua and top tier Veranda cabins. Not on the smoking side. My mistake, it is 8218. Another negative (and incorrect) belief of obstructed view staterooms is that they will be in the most undesirable locations onboard, probably stuffed somewhere in the darkest depths of the ship where no one wants to go. Powered by Invision Community. A lot of people run and they hide when they hear the phrase obstructed view and if youre one of those people, I dont blame you, but it can be a brilliant way to save a lot of money and is well worth considering. The Celebrity Silhouette has a range of interior, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabins available. Look at it as being a learning experience. If youre able to get an obstructed ocean view, you at least have light. Or should i throw caution to the wind and go for a guarantee. With those choices I'd definitely go for a guarantee cabin. I keep checking prices, but thus far, balcony cabins are much more than we are paying. Can't think of a reason for a balcony with an obstructed view except for the following 2, which I have come across. If youre considering booking a cruise, you might be looking for a way to reduce the cost of your cabin without reducing the cabin category grade. We had not sailed on Celebrity for two years and had the opportunity to try the Celebrity Infinity. IMHO they aren't that bad. if the price is right (Our's was $1,000.00 cheaper for two weeks over a 2c). This is our first balcony and I don't know if we should move. IMPORTANT: Celebrity Cruises charges USD 3,95 for late-night room service orders (between 11 pm and 6 am). What is your experience with the bunk bed rooms on the Reflection? Sitting on your deck chair looking out, you've got the same view. In some cases, the cabins will be obstructed simply because the ship has been structured in a specific way. The windows on the top-level look out over the lifeboats but are still considered obstructed because compared to standard ocean views, the view is limited. Oh, yes, yes, the boats are on deck 5, sure. Unless youve specifically said, you are happy with an obstructed view, youre not going to get one. Cruise Director: Angela Clark Thank you, everyone. The obstruction was an overhang/decking that jetted out from Deck 6 about 12-15 feet from the edge of our balcony. Be aware that while the obstruction is not much of an issue during the day, the exterior flood lights of the ship turned the obstruction into a brightly glowing orange beacon at night. This is an extra service charge implemented fleetwide (including on the Reflection ship). When we sat down and analyzed everything, we've decided all we care about is being able to sit out and enjoy the ocean breezes. You can't see straight down to the water, if that's important to you, but you can easily look out. Our dining room crew (table 149), Septian, Romal and wine steward, Vijit were all fabulous. https://www.cruisedeckplans.com/DP/deckplans/index.php. They don't come anywhere near your balcony. Little did we know this itinerary was the inaugural cruise for Celebrity's to visit Greenland. Cabins Edge Cabins Panoramic Cabins Single Cabins Verandah Click images below to zoom to larger image Cabin 6117 - Port Deck Details You have to be monitoring pricing and act fast as these cabins go quickly. We are looking at a cruise on the Equinox in an obstructed view balcony. CC Help Jenn I am really shocked that a brand new ship design is like this..:(. You can certainly more movement in the forward section. Sail date: Apr 16, 2022 / Traveled as: Family (young children) Ship: Celebrity Apex / Destination: Caribbean - Western. The ports where all good with the exception of Belize city. Advertising - See photos. I think they are very good value as they are usually priced accordingly:). Spending some time researching cabins has many advantages.:). * The obstructed view cabins will have life boat or ship structure blocking their view when looking down from balcony but the view forward is clear, however some obstructed balcony cabins have tops of life boats or life boat lifts coming up to railing height and that will obstruct the view when sitting down (The larger life boats are in front of cabins 6188 to 6206 on the starboard side and 6187 to 6205 on the port side). This page shows the obstructed views for the following ships: - Celebrity Eclipse - Celebrity Equinox - Celebrity Reflection - Celebrity Silhouette - Celebrity Solstice Click on links below to view different cabins for this class of ships. While this ship is older we were surprised at how well she looks. This means that there is something partially blocking your view from the window or balcony. Midship. ft. Our choice is 6240. The last 8 on each side sternward have larger verandas that jut over the dining venues. Congratulations on a good cabin at a good price. Amenities: Two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed sitting area with sofa single sofa bed upper bunk or single sofa bed and upper bunk floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a veranda private bathroom with shower safe thermostat-controlled . May provide you with some better idea. A First Time Cruisers Maiden Voyage on Iona. We were on deck 9 on "Reflection" and it was great - near to the card room and the "Hideaway" with its comfy chairs and the coffee machine We also had cat. ft.; Balcony: 54 sq. Cabin Number Inside Deluxe Inside Stateroom (10) Archive - I want emails from Fodor's Travel with travel information and promotions. How Do Cruise Ship Cabins Compare to Hotel Rooms? Everyone has their own preferences, wants and needs that may not be what you want. On deck 8 the 100% are 8253, 8257, 8279, 8283, 8226, 8230, 8252 & 8256 while the 25% are the other 8 cabins on the slant adjacent to the 100% cabins. We felt it was time to experience the Celebrity difference. Thanks Jeremiah1212, I did discover that in an earlier post and it's a really handy resource. Agree,they have large balconies and are very quiet. By We. In this picture you see a man standing on deck 8. A friend of mine, Vinny, actually managed to get an ocean view cabin, an obstructed view ocean view cabin, for cheaper than he would have paid for an inside cabin. Not a big deal. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I've stayed in them several times. We are grateful to Celebrity for the credit, for the extensions they granted to those of us with credits, and for getting back to sailing. This page shows the obstructed views for the following ships: - Celebrity Eclipse - Celebrity Equinox - Celebrity Reflection - Celebrity Silhouette - Celebrity Solstice Click on links below to view different cabins for this class of ships. They offer excellent value at only slightly more than an inside cabin, yet benefit from the added bonus of a great view. It is usually a lifeboat located above, below or directly in front of your cabin. Search for a cruise. If it's a 2C you'll be looking across to top of a lifeboat (you can't look straight down). Categories Cabins, Money Saving Cruise Tips. On deck 9 the 100% are cabins 9209, 9215, 9266 & 9270 while the 25% are 9207, 9211, 9264 & 9268. After being Diamond + on RC, we have started to lean to Celebrity after sailing The Edge. Let us call you back ata time to suit you. Yes exactly how that works. Because the ship has been designed in a particular way, there may be some cabin obstructions. What is your experience with the bunk bed rooms on the Reflection? This gives us the answers to questions like where are the obstructed view cabins?. Any help will be appreciated. I have been offered a complimentary upgrade from 2D to 1B but that would be on deck 9 and we have always had lower decks. Spending some time researching cabins has many advantages.:). I share cruise tips, tours, and videos on this website to help you master cruising on a budget. Sounded interesting going to "end of the world", visiting Buenos Aries for a few days before cruise. By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics, Good Cape Horn Cruise after a shaky start. I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 7 and higher) or on decks 8 - 10 to avoid this unpleasant situation. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, C858B0A9-6769-424D-B129-59363EDAC023.jpeg, B5073042-BF8A-4EEC-BD19-0938D8732763.jpeg. The deck where the lifeboats are located is Deck 5 so it would make where the man is standing as being on Deck 8, not 10. If you can possibly afford the 2-5% increase you would find it well worth the money and certainly enjoy it much more. Photos of the ship don't appear to show any obstructions, but does anybody know if that's really true? Available for an additional cost. 2C on deck 6 has haveminimal obstruction. Our Cruising Experience: 49 total, 10 with Celebrity Obstructions can vary from very slight, to a complete obstruction. I personally wouldnt pay much more than an ocean view price for an obstructed view balcony but it can be worth it in some circumstances. They are listed as partial obstruction with the obstruction being the roof of the Tuscan restaurant. Are you sure about your cabin assignment? By the way I had 6300 once as the other 4 were sold out and it was just a regular size. I thought you didn't know what cabin you get until time to sail. It was the size of three average size balconys put together. Obstructed View Veranda. Early Bookers vs. Late Bargain Hunters: Who Comes Out On Top? Sunset Veranda (balcony) cabins are with bow location. Size: 194 sq. Although we were excited, we quickly became disappointed. I also found this picture which is supposed to be cabin 6193 on the Reflection. We chose Celebrity due to cruise credits about to expire from a previous cancellation. Been on the Solstice class of ships at least 10 or 12 times. Size: 194 sq. A quick elevator ride up directly to the entrance of the buffet and pools. The deck 6 aft location is really convenient - one or two decks down to bars, restaurants, casino. I am really shocked that a brand new ship design is like this..:(. However owing to the reasonably expensive cost to upgrade we are staying put. Also there are four 2C cabins that have the angled larger verandas with minimal lifeboat obstruction. Also, there may be many more cabins available than you think if you are just looking at what is available on the X website. Posted November 12, 2011. Started June 21, 2021, By Don't worry - you will have nice and comfy beds ( single or pushed together as a double/ queen size, just as you wish - it's the same as on "Solstice") You won't notice the pull-out bed, either. for us, it's the lack of children on both. Unless you intend to use it a alot, balcony cabins may not be necessary. Cabin 6143 was very nice and had a spacious inside compared to other rooms. Even if your balcony is completely obstructed, being able to get some fresh air/daylight is really nice. ft. If you want to stick to a budget and like the idea of cruising with a window in your stateroom, then obstructed view cabins are the perfect choice. When I sailed on the Solstice last October, we had a very nice room with a couch and a queen size bed.

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