MonJ

Thanks for your information. Do you recall what is at the end of the forward hallways? I see elevators and stairwells but not much else; am looking for quiet and am hoping these are not  drinks/eatery areas. 

7 minutes ago, D&N said:

We were starboard for Southampton-New York and return. That meant we had a view over the Statue and Manhattan from when the ship turns and when berthed at Red Hook. Some folk prefer port because they'll get first sight of Statue on arrival (if you are sailing to New York).

At aft of starboard hallway there is a heavy door that opens beside the Pavilion Pool Bar. It wasn't used very often when we were on. It's as easy for most to exit the hallway to the stair/lift B foyer and access the pool area from there. I didn't pay attention but imagine there is a similar door on the port side. There is often a band playing at Pavilion Pool around 3pm. We were quite happy for the music to waft towards the cabin, but we're not used to living in a silent location.

Depending on the route port or starboard could make a difference to how much light/sun you get on the balcony. We only use the balcony for a washing line for our gym/swim gear so aren't really bothered.

Thanks. Follow-up: may I ask if you were on port side or starboard side? Would you recommend one side over the other? The cruise I am considering has many 'at sea' days and, since I will be so high-up, am not worried about noise from the port. One more quick question: what occupies the end of each hallway on deck 12, aft? 

Am considering one on the forward section which is not connected to it's next-door-neighbor, in the forward section. Anyone have any first-hand experience? Signed, Love me quiet 🙂