Grand/Crown Loft Suite with 4 People vs Two Connecting Balconies

[MichiganMan4]

We currently have two younger teenagers (boy and girl) and have debated the merits of a Grand or Crown Loft Suite vs. Two Connecting Balconies.  I've been reluctant to give up the 3 dedicated beds & 2 bathrooms that the connecting balconies offer.  Does anyone have experience in sailing with two teenagers in a Grand Suite or Crown Loft Suite?  While I hear we can get a roll-away, it seems like the room would be pretty cramped with it.  Only having 1 bathroom speaks for itself.  

 

While the Suite Perks seem "grand" (sorry - too easy), for our situation at least do they out weigh the desired real estate concerns that I have?  Especially considering an additional cost (say $3k or more for arguments sake).  Appreciate any input.

[johnbob7]

Note, Crown Loft Suite has two bathrooms. But I agree woul be cramped with a rollaway, and sharing with two teens is terrifying. Save the $$

 

bobj

[nashirak]

If you need three beds I wouldn't do the grand suite. it'll be really tight plus there's only one bathroom. The crown loft has the advantage of two bathrooms and more floor space, plus only a few steps to the coastal kitchen and suite lounge. But it is a LOT more expensive than the adjoining balcony rooms would be. Oasis/Quantum suite perks are really nice, so really you'll have to weigh if the extra cost and reduced privacy between you and the kids are worth the perks. 

[MichiganMan4]

14 hours ago, nashirak said:

But it is a LOT more expensive than the adjoining balcony rooms would be.

 

Another factor that I forgot to mention... I subscribe to theory with the kids... “just because you can, doesn’t meant you should”.  I want them to understand the value in things.  Heck, going on a cruise is a luxury all in itself.  

 

With that being said, if it were just the Mrs and I, now that’s a different story... wouldn’t think twice about the Suite Life.  Double standard yes, but that’s what I call a “life lesson”

Edited March 6, 2019 by MichiganMan4

[lazydayz]

I would go with the two balcony cabins.  I think your daughter and son would be uncomfortable with the sleeping arrangement in the suites. 

 

Heck, with that $3,000, you can buy the ultimate dining package for all four of you, the unlimited drink package for the adults, and still have $$ left over.  Coastal Kitchen is nice, but the specialty restaurants are more fun.  

[Merion_Mom]

If you can live without the perks that come with a suite, connecting or adjoining balcony cabins are definitely the way to go.  

 

And I second what lazydayz posted!

[rkkunk]

Another vote for the connecting cabins. Two bathrooms with teenagers is a big deal! Lol! With the money that you are saving over the suite, you could buy the Key and still have a few of the perks. (Depending on the price and whether you find value in that.) 

 

 

[voyager70]

I'd also go with the connecting balconies, hands down.

 

[ownedbypets]

We had a roll away brought in on our last cruise and it was awful. 

 

[HBE4]

5 hours ago, lazydayz said:

I would go with the two balcony cabins.  I think your daughter and son would be uncomfortable with the sleeping arrangement in the suites. 

 

Heck, with that $3,000, you can buy the ultimate dining package for all four of you, the unlimited drink package for the adults, and still have $$ left over.  Coastal Kitchen is nice, but the specialty restaurants are more fun.  

 

This!