Aft Penthouse on Gem August 23-30

[tony11727]

I'll be on the Gem August 23-30 in the Aft Penthouse with my nephews. Does anyone know what perks come with the Penthouse besides the butler and concierge and Breakfast/lunch at Cagneys? Someone on another thought that the Penthouse gets the same perks as the Haven. Does that mean we can use the Haven pool? Any insights would be appreciated. Thanks!

[all4gizmo]

Waldospepper created an awesome list .. See below.. I'll be in 10664 in January.. Hope this helps!! :D

 

 

It's been a long time since I put the list out there, and now seems as good a time as any. Disclaimer: I haven't updated it in several months, so my apologies in advance if there have been any changes. I promise to review it carefully and make any changes to it later tonight.

 

Suite categories are designated by the letter “S,” followed by a number (Haven suites) or letter (Non-Haven suites). Stateroom categories not beginning with the letter S do not receive perks.

 

• Haven suites have access to the Haven regardless of where they are situated on the ship. The Haven has its own pool, hot tub, sauna, and sundeck. Some have their own restaurant and bar within the Haven complex. Some Haven's also have a retractable roof over the central area. Haven configuration varies based on ship class/generation

 

• All suites have complimentary access to a private restaurant for breakfast and lunch.

 

• All suites have Butler and Concierge service. The Concierge can assist with dining reservations, shore excursion booking and guidance in many other areas. He or she also provides delivery of invitations and information to the suite, and performs all escorts on and off the ship. The Butler provides delivery of daily amenities, meals en suite, replenishes coffee and other supplies, and oversees the maintenance of the suite. Gratuity should be based upon services provided.

 

• All suites receive invitations to a special cocktail reception with the Captain and other Officers.

 

• All suites receive priority embarkation {including express through security and check-in, as well as a private lounge with various amenities to enjoy while awaiting escort aboard} and disembarkation {which includes a private area to gather, and escort off the ship & directly to the VIP Luggage area and Porter Services}, as well as priority tendering.

 

• All suites receive one bottle of Sparkling Wine, one large bottle of water, a bowl of fresh fruit (replenished upon consumption) and a fresh flower arrangement in their suite. (Note: Garden Villas, Deluxe Owner's Suites and Owner's Suites receive Champagne instead of Sparkling Wine)

 

• Garden Villa's receive 6 bottles of alcohol with unlimited mixers, soda and water, while Deluxe Owner's Suites and Owner's Suites each receive 3 bottles of alcohol with unlimited mixers, soda and water. All other categories do not receive complimentary liquor.

 

• All suites are provided with a variety of Elemis brand toiletries.

 

• All suites are equipped with a Coffee/Cappuccino/Espresso Machine (Most are Lavazza pod-style machines), however the Sun has Lavazza machines in the Owner’s Suites, but drip-style coffee brewers in all other suites (these suites cannot accommodate these devices).

 

• All suites have access to the Pre-Cruise Concierge service, which helps to coordinate your individual selections on pillow types, coffee and tea preferences, and a variety of special requests.

 

• All suites (except the SG and SJ suites on Deck 12 of the Star and some suites on the Sun) have a portable phone, which can be used throughout the ship.

 

• All suites are equipped with the "Bliss Bed" which truly lives up to its name, fitted with upgraded bedding. Also provided with upgraded bathrobes, as well as slippers.

 

• All suites have an expanded Room Service menu. Essentially, order whatever you want, and if it is available on the ship you will have it.

 

• Some suites have access to a reserved section of the theater on some ships, based upon stateroom category, as well as other factors, which can vary from sailing to sailing.

Edited July 6, 2014 by all4gizmo

[Fishbait17]

There is some confusion about Haven vs non-Haven suites because of the newer ships, so the are now new suite designators to help differentiate between them. H suites include Haven access, S suites do not. Ncl has three different kinds of ships - ones where there is no Haven (all suites begin with S designator), ships with some Haven suites and some non-Haven suites (suites have either an S or H designator) and the new builds, where ALL suites have Haven access (all suites have H designator). The Gem is one of the ones with both kinds of suites - and aft penthouses do NOT include Haven access on the Gem.

 

Robin

Edited July 6, 2014 by Fishbait17

[Susie51]

Thank you Robin for the suite info listed according to the class of the ship.

[wwb]

Reluctantly..... I just came home from a week on the Gem in Aft PH suite 8632. I had my 19 year old son with me and we enjoyed every moment! I had called the pre-concierge and arranged pillows, etc. They asked if I wanted to have hot chocolate instead of coffee for my son. They provided a good supply (and replenished it as the week went on) and my son was quite happy. I even mixed some cocoa in my coffee to make a mocha one day.

One surprise that I hadn't expected was the fact that the bed in the PH is a king and can not be separated. I had requested that 2 twins be made up and was not told about the bedding situation. The steward made up the sofa for my son, but it really was too short for him because he is just under 6 feet. He could have slept in the bed with me, but preferred to give me my own space. Just be aware of this fact since you are taking your family along.

I am sure you will relish each and every second in your suite...it is a nice treat!

Wendy wwb

[garycarla]

All real suites are treated pretty much the same for perks.

 

Only difference with Haven suites is access to Haven Courtyard.

[oklaviking]

My wife and I got off the Gem in March. We were in Suite 10666. Great place to be. The perks are great. Carlos was our concierge and Jayson was our butler. Great people to work with. Had breakfast delievered to our state room one morning. Felt like royality.