Disneycruisers Posted July 16, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Our family will be sailing Princess for the first time in November. We're bringing Dr Pepper onboard (I think that's permitted?) However, we're staying in an interior, and an ocean-view. I read that refrigerators are only in mini-suites. If we meet and tip our room steward ahead of time, will he/she bring us extra ice (to cover our drinks?) We like to drink straight up, out of ice-cold cans. We're thinking of bringing a fold-up collapsible cooler to fill with ice (are there any ice machines?) Thank you!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosier-Cruiser Posted July 16, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I believe all cabins have mini-fridges. We were on the Caribbean Princess last month and our obstructed oceanview room had a fridge in the cabinet unster the TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disneycruisers Posted July 16, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I believe all cabins have mini-fridges. We were on the Caribbean Princess last month and our obstructed oceanview room had a fridge in the cabinet unster the TV. Great to know, thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruiseprincess Posted July 16, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 16, 2014 All Princess rooms on all their ships have a refrigerator + your cabin steward will provide you with ice in a container as needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF - retired RRT Posted July 16, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 16, 2014 (edited) We have stayed in every category cabin (except full suites) and there was a COOLER in every cabin. It isn't a true refrigerator, your drinks will be chilled, but not icy. Instead of having the steward remove the drinks, we put them on the shelf behind the TV. Then at the end of the cruise, we put them back in the fridge. Edited July 16, 2014 by JF - retired RRT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickEk Posted July 16, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Our family will be sailing Princess for the first time in November. We're bringing Dr Pepper onboard (I think that's permitted?) However, we're staying in an interior, and an ocean-view. I read that refrigerators are only in mini-suites. If we meet and tip our room steward ahead of time, will he/she bring us extra ice (to cover our drinks?) We like to drink straight up, out of ice-cold cans. We're thinking of bringing a fold-up collapsible cooler to fill with ice (are there any ice machines?) Thank you!:) Have your steward remove whatever is in the fridge when you board to make room for your Dr. Pepper (yes, it's allowed to bring onboard). There aren't any ice machines, but as mentioned, the steward will keep your ice container full. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherryf Posted July 16, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 16, 2014 We have stayed in every category cabin (except full suites) and there was a COOLER in every cabin. It isn't a true refrigerator, your drinks will be chilled, but not icy. I've read this many times, but the fridge in our room always seems to be plenty cold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted July 16, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Is there a refrigerator in the inside cabins on the Pacific/Ocean? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momthecruisedirector Posted July 16, 2014 #9 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Instead of putting the sodas aside, I find it's better to have steward remove them. When they clean room and see they aren't in fridge you will be charged for drinking them. You can get it credited back when you show where they are but it's easier just to have them removed if you don't plan on drinking them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingJs Posted July 16, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 16, 2014 The refrigerator stays colder if you pop open the door to that cupboard a little. It gets pretty warm in there and the frig has to work extra hard to stay cold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhopal21 Posted July 16, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I've read this many times, but the fridge in our room always seems to be plenty cold! I agree with Sherry. It is in fact a refrigerator and we have never had one that wasn't cold after the initial 24 hours. Mike:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted July 16, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Instead of putting the sodas aside, I find it's better to have steward remove them. When they clean room and see they aren't in fridge you will be charged for drinking them. You can get it credited back when you show where they are but it's easier just to have them removed if you don't plan on drinking them. The stewards aren't paid to remove the items. There's no reason to hassle them to do so. Just stash them behind the TV. I've had very cold refrigerators and marginal refrigerators. It depends on the cabin. Some are in need of replacement and others are either working great or have been replaced. I take soda as well as I drink Mt. Dew and Princess doesn't stock that. I'm not a huge soda drinker but, when I do want a soda, I want my Dew! (Maybe it's an IT worker thing...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted July 17, 2014 #13 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Is there a refrigerator in the inside cabins on the Pacific/Ocean? Thanks! Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NukeIT Posted July 17, 2014 #14 Share Posted July 17, 2014 The stewards aren't paid to remove the items. There's no reason to hassle them to do so. Just stash them behind the TV. The are paid to attend to your needs pertaining to the room. So yes they are paid to do exact that if you request them too. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted July 17, 2014 #15 Share Posted July 17, 2014 For warm fridges- look to see if there is a buildup of frost in the upper back. After we got our's defrosted on the Sapphire it worked great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pablo222 Posted July 17, 2014 #16 Share Posted July 17, 2014 However, we're staying in an interior, and an ocean-view. I read that refrigerators are only in mini-suites. Don't believe everything you read here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sherryf Posted July 17, 2014 #17 Share Posted July 17, 2014 The stewards aren't paid to remove the items. There's no reason to hassle them to do so. Just stash them behind the TV. I agree. The one time we asked the steward to remove them, that's where he put them too. It saves them the hassle of removing them from the room and then having to restock it for the next passenger. I just move them myself now. The stewards have enough to do on turnaround day to have to hassle with something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notentirelynormal Posted July 18, 2014 #18 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I thought all the cabins had mini fridges - right underneath the microwave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin' Chick Posted July 18, 2014 #19 Share Posted July 18, 2014 The stewards aren't paid to remove the items. There's no reason to hassle them to do so. Just stash them behind the TV. I've had very cold refrigerators and marginal refrigerators. It depends on the cabin. Some are in need of replacement and others are either working great or have been replaced. I take soda as well as I drink Mt. Dew and Princess doesn't stock that. I'm not a huge soda drinker but, when I do want a soda, I want my Dew! (Maybe it's an IT worker thing...) Sometimes the soda cans and water bottles are on a tray on the desk (with a card displaying the prices) and sometimes they're in the fridge. In the latter case, I just place them on the shelf next to the TV. We have never been charged for them ever. And it's such an easy, quick task that I can't see waiting for the cabin steward to do it when they're already pretty busy on their turnaround day. I'm not in IT, but I'm a Dew drinker too. I bring aboard my supply too along with Sobe, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skf Posted July 18, 2014 #20 Share Posted July 18, 2014 The refrigerator stays colder if you pop open the door to that cupboard a little. It gets pretty warm in there and the frig has to work extra hard to stay cold. Yes this is very helpful. You may have to remind Stewart a couple of times, because they are trained to keep the door closed. The refrigerator cabinets are poorly designed and do not ventilate the heat well or at all. You'd think they would have a vent leading somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandiGreg Posted July 18, 2014 #21 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I thought all the cabins had mini fridges - right underneath the microwave. Your CC name is so appropriate! Love it! :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted July 18, 2014 #22 Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) The stewards aren't paid to remove the items. There's no reason to hassle them to do so. Just stash them behind the TV. I've had very cold refrigerators and marginal refrigerators. It depends on the cabin. Some are in need of replacement and others are either working great or have been replaced. I take soda as well as I drink Mt. Dew and Princess doesn't stock that. I'm not a huge soda drinker but, when I do want a soda, I want my Dew! (Maybe it's an IT worker thing...) The are paid to attend to your needs pertaining to the room. So yes they are paid to do exact that if you request them too. Sent from my iPhone using Forums I believe it's actually a Room Service thing - not a Steward thing. Of course I could be wrong. I still don't see why I should ask the busy steward to do something so simple. Edited July 18, 2014 by Thrak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickEk Posted July 18, 2014 #23 Share Posted July 18, 2014 The refrigerator stays colder if you pop open the door to that cupboard a little. It gets pretty warm in there and the frig has to work extra hard to stay cold. Yes this is very helpful. You may have to remind Stewart a couple of times, because they are trained to keep the door closed. The refrigerator cabinets are poorly designed and do not ventilate the heat well or at all. You'd think they would have a vent leading somewhere. All the refrigerator cabinets have a vent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skf Posted July 20, 2014 #24 Share Posted July 20, 2014 They do not have an effective vent. It can be hotter than he** around the fridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IECalCruiser Posted July 20, 2014 #25 Share Posted July 20, 2014 I believe it's actually a Room Service thing - not a Steward thing. Of course I could be wrong. I still don't see why I should ask the busy steward to do something so simple.I agree with you. Room Service is responsible for the contents of your mini-fridge, NOT your steward. The stewards are responsible for 18-20 cabins and have only 13 hours to do all of those rooms twice a day. With the larger flat screens you may not have access behind the TV. Then just put the cans in the closet. if you just need to get them out of your cabin, call Room Service. I will step down from my soapbox now ;) Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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