tbmrt Posted July 23, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) Does anyone have a "checklist" of things to look for (good and bad) when checking for best deal/cabins? I had a few marked down (see below), but think it would be good to learn more! Many of these wouldn't be dealbreakers for me, but I do consider everything before choosing our cabin. Ask for special discount if past passenger, for state you live in, for military, for seniors, extra perks offered (possibly beverage package, OBC, specialty dinners, wine) Check for smoking on nearby decks from restaurants, theater, bars, etc. Check for position of bed or couch near balcony door Elevator/stair location (for access to pool, restaurants, bars, buffet, spa) Obstructed balcony possibilities if considering guarantee balcony Check for location of linen storage areas/busy access Check for X marked on Celebrity balconies Check for window washing equipment that will be "parked" near your balcony Larger balconies? Balconies on extended Hump? Hull balconies Shade/sun on balcony deck (overhang?) Privacy on balcony (cabins near slanted balconies not too good) Check Celebrity board for list of S and M class cabins for good info Connecting cabins/balconies if desired Edited July 23, 2014 by tbmrt add Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 23, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 23, 2014 OMG...that is WAAAAY overthinking things! Have the deck plans in front of you when booking, so you'll know what you're paying for! We know what catagory we want to book...we call, see what's available, and book the cabin we prefer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisiamc Posted July 23, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 23, 2014 About the only thing I do is look at a deck plan to see where the suggested cabin is. We prefer to be between two passenger decks, but really, most cabins are fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calgon1 Posted July 23, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 23, 2014 For cabin location, I would add: 1) Movement - The middle of the ship has less movement than anywhere else. But if you only want to know between forward and aft, though both of them can have about the same amount of movement, the forward part of the ship is usually considered to have the most movement. And, the higher you go on the ship, the more movement you will feel. 2) Noise makers - Check to see what is above, below or next to the cabin. Here are some potential concerns: * public venues - bars, lounges, showrooms, promenade/jogging track, basketball court, swimming pools, etc. * elevators and stairwells - late night revelers can be rather loud. * service areas - galley, stairwells, maintenance spaces. * passageway fire doors - have a metal threshold which will cause noise when carts, vacuums or other equipment pass over. The "best" cabin is the one amidship (fore/aft and port/starboard, on the lowest deck, with another cabin above below and adjacent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum53 Posted July 23, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 23, 2014 OMG...that is WAAAAY overthinking things! Have the deck plans in front of you when booking, so you'll know what you're paying for! We know what catagory we want to book...we call, see what's available, and book the cabin we prefer! When we book a cabin, we always look at the deck plans first. One thing I have looked and looked for and have yet to find is a cabin with it's own ice cream machine. If I ever find one , I'll book it in a heartbeat!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMLady Posted July 23, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 23, 2014 After finding an itinerary we like at a price we can afford We just check to see that we can book a cabin that is midship near an elevator since husband has mobility problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted July 23, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Nice list. Our focus is where the room is on the deck. We prefer a mid ship room. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadtripster Posted July 23, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I'm the same way. I don' ask questions or worry about things. I just look at the deck plan and pick a cabin that I like location of and book it. Usually don't even check out the top deck above me as I pretty much know where things are located. Plus, I am not in my cabin much at all, except to sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FTLcruisers Posted July 23, 2014 #9 Share Posted July 23, 2014 About the only thing I do is look at a deck plan to see where the suggested cabin is. We prefer to be between two passenger decks, but really, most cabins are fine. I'm with you! When we first started cruising, everyone made a big deal about where to book the cabin (middle of ship, higher deck, etc.). However, after being in cabins in various parts of the ship, we realized it didn't make any difference! Marianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising Golfer Posted July 23, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Just don't want to be above a noise factory, like the disco or showroom.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayenu Posted July 23, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) I check the deck plans above and below for possible noise. Edited July 23, 2014 by Dayenu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taglovestocruise Posted July 23, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 23, 2014 When we book a cabin, we always look at the deck plans first. One thing I have looked and looked for and have yet to find is a cabin with it's own ice cream machine. If I ever find one , I'll book it in a heartbeat!:D Next best thing... Book a RCI Promenade cabin with a direct view out your window of the back-end of the Ben & Jerry's cow and you get unlimited ice cream cones for the cruise.. happy moosing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxoocruiser Posted July 23, 2014 #13 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Check for window washing equipment that will be "parked" near your balcony Given the location of the window washing equipment can change daily doubt that a Rep will be able to tell you anything definitively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinman66 Posted July 23, 2014 #14 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Biggest ones for me is midship location Close but not adjacent to lifts stairs or. Centrum Not under noisy areas Side of ship based on itinerary Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPacificbound Posted July 24, 2014 #15 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Wow, I guess I've been doing it all wrong. The only thing I have been checking, when booking my rear facing aft cabins, is what is above it. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinyrose Posted July 24, 2014 #16 Share Posted July 24, 2014 About the only thing I do is look at a deck plan to see where the suggested cabin is. We prefer to be between two passenger decks, but really, most cabins are fine. This is my main criteria. I have the deck plans in front of me when calling to book and choose from what is available. I am a light sleeper so I need a quiet place (and, yes, I always take ear plugs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbmrt Posted July 24, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I read on a post somewhere that on Celebrity S class ships, it does have a specific "parked" location when not being used and it is above your head on the highest deck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbmrt Posted July 24, 2014 Author #18 Share Posted July 24, 2014 We like a deck close to the top of the ship so we can walk and avoid elevators more often when going to the pool, buffet, etc. However, since we don't like to be in total shade, we won't choose a cabin on the very top if the ship has a large overhang. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvetwater Posted July 24, 2014 #19 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I check only a few things 1) Is it a room where I can see the ocean? 2) Is it surrounded by cabins/quiet public areas? (not near elevators/large hallways/staff doors/empty spaces on deck plan) 3) Is it mid ship? 4) Is it mid to high deck? 5) Does it cost me £100 pp a day or less? If the answers to the above are all yes...I book! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marco Posted July 24, 2014 #20 Share Posted July 24, 2014 (edited) Maybe some of the criteria the OP mentioned is more important on a longer cruise, but we usually book something that's 10-12 days. After we choose a category, general location is pretty much the only criteria. It's for 10 or 12 days.....it's not like we're buying our retirement condo where we're going to live for the rest of our lives. Edited July 24, 2014 by marco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted July 24, 2014 #21 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Once we decide what type of cabin we want, I carefully check the deck plans for the location of where to book it. We like our cabin as close as possible to the mid-ship elevators. :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnatello Posted July 24, 2014 #22 Share Posted July 24, 2014 As a couple of above posters have eluded to...OMG...don't over obsess!!!!! When you go to a resort for a week , do you first need to know (and ask) what floor the room is on, how close to the elevator is it, does it get morning or afternoon shade, what color is the carpet, are the beds arranged north to south or east to west is the bathroom on the left or the right, will the room have a sofa or a love seat, is there a chair or a stool in front of the make-up mirror. As another poster stated....it a vacation, it's not like you're buying your retirement condo where you'll be spending the rest of your life!!! Lighten up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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