Golden Window Suites

[WarEagle76]

It is a nice, relaxing environment where, in our experience, there were only 2-3 tables occupied when we ate and the waiters have always been top notch. You get to know them, they you, and usually by the second day they know what you like/don’t like. You can order anything you want (there is a menu but don’t be hesitant to ask for something not on it). Mimosas/Bloody Mary’s flow freely as do specialty coffee drinks if desired.

[compozer]

It is a nice, relaxing environment where, in our experience, there were only 2-3 tables occupied when we ate and the waiters have always been top notch. You get to know them, they you, and usually by the second day they know what you like/don’t like. You can order anything you want (there is a menu but don’t be hesitant to ask for something not on it). Mimosas/Bloody Mary’s flow freely as do specialty coffee drinks if desired.

 

 

It is if it is a sea day or you have no plans for the day. On a port intense cruise, we found that it just took too long and got more frustrating than enjoyable. I suppose we could have gotten up earlier but a cruise is suppose to be relaxing.

[whatcruiseisnext]

Do the prices ever go down on a WS? We are going to Alaska on the Golden Aug 6 and would love to snag one but they are over $2000 pp right now on that sailing.

[missjanet]

I think the prices do go down sometimes because that's how we got ours. We were booked into a mini-suite on the CB, but last Thursday I was checking prices on the Princess web site & saw that the WS category was $1499, the same price as an AF GTY. I called Princess & found out about the suite perks before making the change. At this point, those WS are still "only" $1499 on our cruise (sails 6/22) and on the cruise sailing before ours (6/13).

[WarEagle76]

It is if it is a sea day or you have no plans for the day. On a port intense cruise, we found that it just took too long and got more frustrating than enjoyable.

 

True, but you also have the option of full breakfast in the suite which helps. If really early port day we usually go up to Horizon for a quick bite.

 

Do the prices ever go down on a WS?

 

Usually depends on itinerary and date. We tried our first suite on a shorter 5 day coastal last May which we got at a good price and we don't always book a suite. Recently saw an online agency with a Window Suite for $872pp including taxes/port charges on Caribbean Princess Repo from SJU-NYC May 1. Would be a great cruise/price to try one out.

[janina]

Thanks for the great pictures. I'll definately be looking at the WS catagories on my upcomming cruises.:)

[Go-Bucks!]

Do the prices ever go down on a WS? We are going to Alaska on the Golden Aug 6 and would love to snag one but they are over $2000 pp right now on that sailing.

 

 

Just saw $959 (on Princess.com) for a WS on the Golden for 7 day Alaska on Sept. 8, 2012!! That's only $137/day/pp for a suite with all the perks. :) These window suites are giving many of us the opportunity to enjoy a "suite life" that's within our budgets. Thanks, Princess.

[bellebaby]

Just saw $959 (on Princess.com) for a WS on the Golden for 7 day Alaska on Sept. 8, 2012!! That's only $137/day/pp for a suite with all the perks. :) These window suites are giving many of us the opportunity to enjoy a "suite life" that's within our budgets. Thanks, Princess.

 

I noticed that too...In addition, deposits are 50% off...

 

Thanks from us also! Great bargain, Princess!

 

If you're interested, you should book. Only 2 cabins left.

 

B

 

BTW - There's also great pricing for a WS on the Grand 14 day TA/British Isles sailing on April 7, 2012.

[Go-Bucks!]

There's also great pricing for a WS on the Grand 14 day TA/British Isles sailing on April 7, 2012.

 

 

That looks like a nice cruise! The WS is just $142/day!

[bellebaby]

Just saw $959 (on Princess.com) for a WS on the Golden for 7 day Alaska on Sept. 8, 2012!! That's only $137/day/pp for a suite with all the perks. :) These window suites are giving many of us the opportunity to enjoy a "suite life" that's within our budgets. Thanks, Princess.

 

Yes, is WAS a good price. They're all booked now.

 

B

[Jassy]

I think the prices do go down sometimes because that's how we got ours. We were booked into a mini-suite on the CB, but last Thursday I was checking prices on the Princess web site & saw that the WS category was $1499, the same price as an AF GTY. I called Princess & found out about the suite perks before making the change. At this point, those WS are still "only" $1499 on our cruise (sails 6/22) and on the cruise sailing before ours (6/13).

 

Yes, and Window Suites are only $1399 on our CB cruise of May 17 (Canada/NE). After I saw this and another similar topic on CC re WS's this a.m., I called Princess immediately and discovered that for not much more money than we paid for our mini-suite, a full suite with all the perks could be had. And so we booked one of the two last WS cabins. Only one left now!

 

I am always learning something new on CC. Thanks to everyone for the great information!

[recia]

Yes, and Window Suites are only $1399 on our CB cruise of May 17 (Canada/NE). After I saw this and another similar topic on CC re WS's this a.m., I called Princess immediately and discovered that for not much more money than we paid for our mini-suite, a full suite with all the perks could be had. And so we booked one of the two last WS cabins. Only one left now!

 

Jassy what room did you get? We have one also, one online agency is still showing two window suites still available, 301 and 315. About 11 balcony suites still available, maybe an upgrade (just wishful thinking )

[Roses2]

Make sure you check the May 17th Caribbean Princess Roll Call and the Meet and Greet scheduled for all the Cruise Critic posters.

 

P&J

[bdjam]

The Window Suites remind me of pictures that I've seen of suites on old ocean liners...although they only had portholes! While I would miss a balcony, I could see taking advantage of a window suite deal sometime. I did peek into a WS when I was on Golden Princess and they looked pretty fabulous.

Now has anyone got pictures of the Sun Suites on Golden? I was able to check out the posh passage way to them, but never able to see one...

[Go-Bucks!]

Yes, and Window Suites are only $1399 on our CB cruise of May 17 (Canada/NE). After I saw this and another similar topic on CC re WS's this a.m., I called Princess immediately and discovered that for not much more money than we paid for our mini-suite, a full suite with all the perks could be had. And so we booked one of the two last WS cabins. Only one left now!

 

 

We did the very same thing! We're a couple cruises after you and gave up our minisuite to get a WS with a cheaper price and suite perks. Sweet!! :D

[Jassy]

Yes, and Window Suites are only $1399 on our CB cruise of May 17 (Canada/NE). After I saw this and another similar topic on CC re WS's this a.m., I called Princess immediately and discovered that for not much more money than we paid for our mini-suite, a full suite with all the perks could be had. And so we booked one of the two last WS cabins. Only one left now!

 

Jassy what room did you get? We have one also, one online agency is still showing two window suites still available, 301 and 315. About 11 balcony suites still available, maybe an upgrade (just wishful thinking )

 

recia, we have 303. I was not quoted 315, so maybe that just opened up. 301 is a little bit smaller than the other Window Suites. Keep fingers crossed for upgrades. :) And I'll second Roses2 -- check out the roll call for our cruise. There are quite a few CCers onboard!!

[Go-Bucks!]

Is there just one electrical socket in the WS cabins (like in most other rooms) or are there more than one?

 

Also, where is it (or they) located?

[recia]

 

recia, we have 303. I was not quoted 315, so maybe that just opened up. 301 is a little bit smaller than the other Window Suites. Keep fingers crossed for upgrades. :) And I'll second Roses2 -- check out the roll call for our cruise. There are quite a few CCers onboard!!

 

We are neighbors, see you on board

[Woobstr112G]

The Window Suites remind me of pictures that I've seen of suites on old ocean liners...although they only had portholes! While I would miss a balcony, I could see taking advantage of a window suite deal sometime. I did peek into a WS when I was on Golden Princess and they looked pretty fabulous.

 

Now has anyone got pictures of the Sun Suites on Golden? I was able to check out the posh passage way to them, but never able to see one...

 

Here they are.....:):):)

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1064556

 

Bob

[Jassy]

 

We are neighbors, see you on board

 

Excellent!! We are looking forward to it.

[bdjam]

Here they are.....:):):)

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1064556

 

Bob

thanks for the link!

[NRG]

I see that the WS's are located directly below the casino on the Golden. Did anyone have a problem with the smell of cigarette smoke coming down into the suite? This would be a deal breaker for me. What about noise and foot traffic from above? Thanks for the replies.

[Roses2]

We have stayed in WS twice now and have another booked for May. They are the quietest cabins on board.

 

They are on their own corridor with heavy doors at both ends. We have noticed absolutely no external noise filtering into the cabins.

 

There is no people traffic outside of the cabins except for those staying in the 9 WS cabins.

 

P&J

[NRG]

We have stayed in WS twice now and have another booked for May. They are the quietest cabins on board.

 

They are on their own corridor with heavy doors at both ends. We have noticed absolutely no external noise filtering into the cabins.

 

There is no people traffic outside of the cabins except for those staying in the 9 WS cabins.

 

P&J

 

Thanks Roses2, so no problem with cigarette smoke either?

[Kyana]

Or Cigar smoke. Churchills is just forward of us and we cant smell any smoke at all.