We've only cruised once, but we were deck 6, toward the front, and really liked it. It was close to the forward elevators and easy to get to lots of things like the lounge, the theater, and the laundry. But, we have nothing to compare it to. We'd booked the same room for another cruise, but then changed it it was already taken, so we'll be on the other side of the ship (still deck 6 forward). Biggest difference, we think, is what is immediately above the room (lounge versus another cabin).