rodger24x7 Posted April 10, 2011 #1 Share Posted April 10, 2011 What is the difference between a normal balcony room and a mini-suite. We plan on sailing on the Star. Are there any balcony cabin or mini-suites that are considered superior ? Thanks.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jame_g Posted April 10, 2011 #2 Share Posted April 10, 2011 With a mini-suite your cabin is a little larger and you have more storage. There's also a curtain to divide the bed from the sitting area. You also have a bathtub/shower combination in the mini-suite. And the balcony is slightly larger because the room is a little wider. The main difference is you get more space in the mini-suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2cruz62 Posted April 11, 2011 #3 Share Posted April 11, 2011 Yes...above is correct! The mini-suite is 80 square feet larger :eek:. We had a BA balcony, and we were able to have a look at a mini suite.....would spend the extra money for a mini suite! There was 3 of us in our room, and when the sofa bed was made up, we actually had to step on to and over the bed to get to the balcony. You have way more room in a mini suite! There was way more storage space as mentioned also! We only had one suitcase each, so can't imagine having to store away 2 suitcases per person! Depends on how much stuff you take!! Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser1955a Posted April 11, 2011 #4 Share Posted April 11, 2011 I believe that in addition to the benefits listed above, the mini-suites on the Star and Dawn have a deeper balcony with reclining deck chairs (not full loungers). If you look at exterior pictures of either ship, you can see that the balconies extend further out on deck 11 (where the mini-suites are). Someone please correct me if I'm wrong. I haven't been in a mini-suite yet, but booked one on the Dawn in October. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser1955a Posted April 11, 2011 #5 Share Posted April 11, 2011 As for your question about location.....keep in mind what is above you. You may not want to be under the buffet, or pool area (noise from sliding chairs). I can't speak from personal experience, but have read it on other posts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melligene Posted April 11, 2011 #6 Share Posted April 11, 2011 As for your question about location.....keep in mind what is above you. You may not want to be under the buffet, or pool area (noise from sliding chairs). I can't speak from personal experience, but have read it on other posts. That is correct. However, and we always book minisuites, you're only one deck away from all the action on deck 12 (pool, buffet, etc). Easy access to many other venue's. Never really noticed the noise. Just sayin............:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikini Posted April 11, 2011 #7 Share Posted April 11, 2011 In the mini suite we were in, once the sofa was made out to a bed, there was still room to walk by (sideways) to get to and from the balcony. We were impressed with the storage and space, as compared to a balcony. The minis are on 11, and yes, they are under busy areas above. However, we were mid ship, under the buffet and we heard very little from above. I would recommend a mini over a balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murr202 Posted April 11, 2011 #8 Share Posted April 11, 2011 Just got back from the Jewel. Had a mini-suite and will never go lower again. More drawers and a huge closet with double doors plenty of space and a light in the closet. The bathroom was much larger due to having a tub. The toilet area is larger and more comfortable. As far as being below the buffet and pool area, we never heard a bump or anything. The balcony is larger too, it was great being able to move around. I highly recommend a mini. We will be getting one on the Star next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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