Breakaway 2 Bedroom vs Owners Suite

[NJLVW]

Looking for information from anyone who has been on Breakaway. If you had an option of either the 2 Bedroom vs the Owner Suite (not deluxe) which would you chose and why. If we were going on cruise in February. Only 2 adults. I know the 2 bedrooms are all located on side where the owner suite if fwd but in the middle so not on the corner. I will admit we love being forward just not sure about center and seas in February. We have been in both on other ships just not the Breakaway class. Have never cruised out of NY only from Florida. All opinions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for all opinions!

[SuiteTraveler]

The owner's suite has a separate master bathroom whereas the 2 bedroom suite has a master bathroom that is essentially an extension of the bedroom and not all that private. To solve the privacy issue, you could either use the toilet in the second bedroom or shut the door between the master bedroom/bathroom area and the living room.

 

The owner's suite also has a powder room and the living room is considerably larger, and of course, the balcony is much bigger. The 2 bedroom suite has only an average sized balcony.

 

In terms of which suite is nicer, certainly it is the Owner's suite. Owner's suite also comes with 3 bottles of free liquor, in addition to all the other Haven Amenities.

 

The open ocean in February can be a wild ride - there really is no way to predict how the cruise will be. Definitely come prepared with some Bonine and I'd also ask my doctor for a prescription for Trans Derm Scops to have just in case the seas are crazy. We had a forward corner cabin on a ship going through the Bay of Biscaye during high seas and it was so uncomfortable, we just took our IPADs and went midship for the day. Dining during this was an interesting experience to say the least. The comedian who performed that night could not stay still on the stage and said it was the first time he'd worn out a pair of shoes doing his act! LOL! At any rate, if you go prepared, you should be OK. If you get into high seas and what you brought doesn't work, do go see the ship's doctor as he can help you.

[NJLVW]

The owner's suite has a separate master bathroom whereas the 2 bedroom suite has a master bathroom that is essentially an extension of the bedroom and not all that private. To solve the privacy issue, you could either use the toilet in the second bedroom or shut the door between the master bedroom/bathroom area and the living room.

 

The owner's suite also has a powder room and the living room is considerably larger, and of course, the balcony is much bigger. The 2 bedroom suite has only an average sized balcony.

 

In terms of which suite is nicer, certainly it is the Owner's suite. Owner's suite also comes with 3 bottles of free liquor, in addition to all the other Haven Amenities.

 

The open ocean in February can be a wild ride - there really is no way to predict how the cruise will be. Definitely come prepared with some Bonine and I'd also ask my doctor for a prescription for Trans Derm Scops to have just in case the seas are crazy. We had a forward corner cabin on a ship going through the Bay of Biscaye during high seas and it was so uncomfortable, we just took our IPADs and went midship for the day. Dining during this was an interesting experience to say the least. The comedian who performed that night could not stay still on the stage and said it was the first time he'd worn out a pair of shoes doing his act! LOL! At any rate, if you go prepared, you should be OK. If you get into high seas and what you brought doesn't work, do go see the ship's doctor as he can help you.

 

Thank you so much. Do you think going from NY in February we would be better off with the 2 bedroom in case of rough seas? Or would it not matter? I know we would be happy with either one. We have cruised from Florida January, March & April. So February is a new month for us as well as NY. I would imagine the Owner suite would be a bit nicer then the 2 bedroom. I do like a nice balcony. Not sure how much it can be used on a cruise out of NY. I have gotten the little sea sick pills on the ship before. This last cruise they were no longer giving them to people. I wish I knew the name of them as they truly worked wonders. Again, thank you.

[NJLVW]

Anyone else have any opinion? Just not sure how the Breakaway fairs in rough seas. I am thinking mid side just in case but if the seas are not too bad I may be mad at myself for not being forward. Anyone who has been on the Breakaway class please share your experience. I know that no one can predict the weather which is why I am just looking for opinions. If going out of Florida this time of the year I know even if rough seas it passes pretty quickly. So, thank you again for all the knowledge here on Cruise Critic!

[dexddd]

Anyone else have any opinion? Just not sure how the Breakaway fairs in rough seas. I am thinking mid side just in case but if the seas are not too bad I may be mad at myself for not being forward. Anyone who has been on the Breakaway class please share your experience. I know that no one can predict the weather which is why I am just looking for opinions. If going out of Florida this time of the year I know even if rough seas it passes pretty quickly. So, thank you again for all the knowledge here on Cruise Critic!

 

We were in the DOS on BA in March 2015. That is a tough choice. We also toured one of the 2 BR a few rooms back.

 

One thing to consider with the OS is they have a movable wall between them and the DOS next door which leak noise in the corner where the door would be stored if both rooms were connected. It was to the point if you were sitting in the chair or couch that you could clearly hear the folks next door and you had to crank the tv to hear it so I would guess the noise would work both ways.

 

The roughest seas we had were 15' and there was some feeling of movement but none of us got sick. I'm not sure being in the 2br would help much unless you moved down to 15 and moved as far back as you can.

 

Sailing in Feb you won't really be able to use any balcony for the first and last 1.5 days. The 2BR balcony is also dinky, tiny, small.

 

Oh, and the OS will also get you unlimited in room bottled water and soda.

[dexddd]

I should add that the OS shower is inside and doesn't overlook the ocean like the 2BR. The 2BR has a very small table for dining - not sure if the OS is any bigger. Either would be o.k. for 2 but not really for more than that.

[luckyinpa]

i have visited DOS when the wind was 50 and the waves 15 ft. just standing was miserable. really took effort. i never was in 2 BR so no clue if better or not. the forward balcony was very very nice and if you are a balcony person you'd love it. once you get to FL of course.

[suffield12]

Anyone else have any opinion? Just not sure how the Breakaway fairs in rough seas. I am thinking mid side just in case but if the seas are not too bad I may be mad at myself for not being forward. Anyone who has been on the Breakaway class please share your experience. I know that no one can predict the weather which is why I am just looking for opinions. If going out of Florida this time of the year I know even if rough seas it passes pretty quickly. So, thank you again for all the knowledge here on Cruise Critic!

 

We sailed in the owners suite on the breakaway during an early January sailing. We did hit some bad weather on night one and also the last night (approx force 8 or 9) and though I'm pretty biased being a sailor, we found to motions to be very comfortable. You may feel a bit of 'slamming' when up forward but it's nothing that would wake you up. We were sailing with a 3 year old as well and she never experienced any sea sickness or fear. The most annoying thing is making sure all your bottles of liquor are sea fastened before the storm!

 

The balcony is lovely though it's pretty much useless during passage due to the relative wind unless you lie down on the lounger so your bonce is beneath the handrail.

 

Me, I'd go for the owners suite every time

[ImADaneFan]

Last October I did a b2b on BA. My 1st week was the cruise that was detoured away from Bermuda! Unfortunately I wasn't able to get the OS for both legs, so I was in a 2 bedroom villa for one week. My preference is the OS. There are several reasons. The MUCH larger balcony, larger Livingroom, bedroom opens onto the balcony. But there are cons also. Probably the biggest is the sound leaking from the DOS next door.

 

If you are going to have more than 2 people in the suite, the I would go with the 2 bedroom. It will allow them to have some privacy. Here are some pics of the OS & 2 bedroom villa.

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[PhoenixCruiser]

How do the beverage and dining packages work when you have all adults in the 2 bedroom suites?

 

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[NJLVW]

We were in the DOS on BA in March 2015. That is a tough choice. We also toured one of the 2 BR a few rooms back.

 

One thing to consider with the OS is they have a movable wall between them and the DOS next door which leak noise in the corner where the door would be stored if both rooms were connected. It was to the point if you were sitting in the chair or couch that you could clearly hear the folks next door and you had to crank the tv to hear it so I would guess the noise would work both ways.

 

The roughest seas we had were 15' and there was some feeling of movement but none of us got sick. I'm not sure being in the 2br would help much unless you moved down to 15 and moved as far back as you can.

 

Sailing in Feb you won't really be able to use any balcony for the first and last 1.5 days. The 2BR balcony is also dinky, tiny, small.

 

Oh, and the OS will also get you unlimited in room bottled water and soda.

 

Thank you for the feedback. I do like the fact it is unlimited soda, water and well anything I want where the 2 bedroom no waters.

 

I think the noise level I may be ok. Heck if it get too loud my DH will crank our tv. Lol.

 

If it were the DOS I wouldn't even be questioning anything as it would be everything I want. I would just have to take sea sick stuff if we have rough seas.

[NJLVW]

We sailed in the owners suite on the breakaway during an early January sailing. We did hit some bad weather on night one and also the last night (approx force 8 or 9) and though I'm pretty biased being a sailor, we found to motions to be very comfortable. You may feel a bit of 'slamming' when up forward but it's nothing that would wake you up. We were sailing with a 3 year old as well and she never experienced any sea sickness or fear. The most annoying thing is making sure all your bottles of liquor are sea fastened before the storm!

 

The balcony is lovely though it's pretty much useless during passage due to the relative wind unless you lie down on the lounger so your bonce is beneath the handrail.

 

Me, I'd go for the owners suite every time

 

I do love forward suites. As long as I can be on balcony to see the Statue of Liberty and go under the bridge I will be happy.

[NJLVW]

Last October I did a b2b on BA. My 1st week was the cruise that was detoured away from Bermuda! Unfortunately I wasn't able to get the OS for both legs, so I was in a 2 bedroom villa for one week. My preference is the OS. There are several reasons. The MUCH larger balcony, larger Livingroom, bedroom opens onto the balcony. But there are cons also. Probably the biggest is the sound leaking from the DOS next door.

 

If you are going to have more than 2 people in the suite, the I would go with the 2 bedroom. It will allow them to have some privacy. Here are some pics of the OS & 2 bedroom villa.

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Thank you so much. Pictures are great. It is just the 2 of us so no real need for privacy. It is great to have first hand information.

 

I have been in both on other class ships. I am guessing the 2 bedroom would be the same as on the Epic. We did that a few years ago. I know being forward there I more motion. We have dealt with it going to Caribbean. Several times. I just go to center of the ship. Hmm I think that is where the casino is. Lol. I don't think we noticed any movement being in the 2 bedrooms not the Epic or Dawn. I am guessing coz they are more mid ship.

 

I do prefer a balcony door outside the bedroom. Although I also like the long window in the shower...

 

Decisions, decisions, decisions. I am thinking the larger balcony, living room, and all the waters just may win out. I will report back with my decision and what I thought of the room I chose.

 

Again, I thank everyone for the feedback. It is so comforting to know I can come here and ask any question and have so many responses. Cruise critic is great!

[luckyinpa]

Last October I did a b2b on BA. My 1st week was the cruise that was detoured away from Bermuda! Unfortunately I wasn't able to get the OS for both legs, so I was in a 2 bedroom villa for one week. My preference is the OS. There are several reasons. The MUCH larger balcony, larger Livingroom, bedroom opens onto the balcony. But there are cons also. Probably the biggest is the sound leaking from the DOS next door.

 

 

 

 

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aww did that 2 year old keep you up that much ? lol the sound leaking probably would bother me a bit .

 

we appreciated the opportunity to visit your cabin and one day hope to get the upsell and deal with the torture of rough seas. i took a bahamas cruise in DEC and it was nothing compared to bermuda. so gotta get back there someday!

[ImADaneFan]

aww did that 2 year old keep you up that much ? lol the sound leaking probably would bother me a bit .

 

we appreciated the opportunity to visit your cabin and one day hope to get the upsell and deal with the torture of rough seas. i took a bahamas cruise in DEC and it was nothing compared to bermuda. so gotta get back there someday!

 

:D No, he wasn't too bad, other than they were up pretty early each morning. It was the year before....the couple had a gigantic fight about how much she had lost in the casino.:p;)

[NJLVW]

If I decide to take the 2 bedroom which would be better..Deck 15 port side or deck 16 starboard. Also same question for the OS port or starboard. Hoping to make my arrangements today!

 

Thank you again...

[ImADaneFan]

If I decide to take the 2 bedroom which would be better..Deck 15 port side or deck 16 starboard. Also same question for the OS port or starboard. Hoping to make my arrangements today!

 

Thank you again...

 

If you're starboard you'll be able to see the SOL as you leave NYC. :D From the OS you'll be able to see the SOL from either one. Going under the VNB is awesome from the balcony of the OS. :D

 

Linda

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[ImADaneFan]

If you're starboard you'll be able to see the SOL as you leave NYC. :D From the OS you'll be able to see the SOL from either one. Going under the VNB is awesome from the balcony of the OS. :D

 

 

 

Linda

 

Let's see if I can post a video of going under the VNB.

 

https://vimeo.com/200679474

 

 

 

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[NJLVW]

Let's see if I can post a video of going under the VNB.

 

https://vimeo.com/200679474

 

 

 

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WOW! Just love it. There is a bridge we go under when going out of Tampa. Everyone thought I was crazy coz I took so many pictures going under. Although it was much later so it was already dark. The bridge in NY looks awesome. Do you know what time we would pass the SOL and go under bridge? I suppose I could always just go up top deck if we do not get the OS. Actually hoping for DOS but thats another story...;)

[ImADaneFan]

WOW! Just love it. There is a bridge we go under when going out of Tampa. Everyone thought I was crazy coz I took so many pictures going under. Although it was much later so it was already dark. The bridge in NY looks awesome. Do you know what time we would pass the SOL and go under bridge? I suppose I could always just go up top deck if we do not get the OS. Actually hoping for DOS but thats another story...;)

 

Hmmm... I think we went past SOL about 15-20 minutes after leaving, and 30-40 minutes for VNB.

 

On BA there is a great deck on 18 that's just aft of Posh. It gives you an unobstructed view of the VNB & SOL. It's like you can reach up and touch the bridge! Or the stack is going to hit it! :eek::D

 

Linda

[NJLVW]

Sounds like either would be just fine. Heck we will still be in the Haven. Just trying to justify..I am leaning toward the 2 bedroom just in case of real rough seas. I just hope I don't regret it and wish I had chosen the OS.

[ImADaneFan]

Sounds like either would be just fine. Heck we will still be in the Haven. Just trying to justify..I am leaning toward the 2 bedroom just in case of real rough seas. I just hope I don't regret it and wish I had chosen the OS.

 

We had 15' seas on both legs and I really didn't notice much difference in the cabins. There wasn't much side to side movement, but there was some up and down as we broke through the waves. I'll see if I can find a video of it. I was sitting on my balcony of the 2 bedroom and could hear/see the waves crashing below as we hit them.

 

The OS was great when we returned to NYC...laying in bed with the curtains open and going under the bridge without having to even get up.:p

 

Linda

[ImADaneFan]

The 1st one is looking over the side from my balcony. The 2nd one I went down to deck 7. Big difference in perspective![emoji33][emoji41]

 

https://vimeo.com/200692199

 

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[NJLVW]

Is the first one from the 2 bedroom or the OS? If you were to do it again from NY in February would you chose OS or 2 bedroom? Do you happen to know the name of the sea sick pills the ship used to give out? I think I should buy some before we go just in case.

[ImADaneFan]

Is the first one from the 2 bedroom or the OS? If you were to do it again from NY in February would you chose OS or 2 bedroom? Do you happen to know the name of the sea sick pills the ship used to give out? I think I should buy some before we go just in case.

 

Both of the videos are from the 2 bedroom. The non-drowsy sea sick pills are Bonine.

 

Linda