BGY1962 Posted May 6, 2019 #1 Share Posted May 6, 2019 So, we currently have a junior suite booked and a quick price check shows we can get a Grand Suite for only $20 more. There are three of us staying in the room. We have also reserved the Key (mostly for the disembarking feature and reserved seating as one of the guests cannot stand for long periods - we also would be getting internet anyway). We are traveling with four other friends (regular balcony rooms). I guess my question is, since the biggest perks involve the suite lounges, that we wouldn't be able to use much as we will be eating with our other friends, should I even bother with the upgrade? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 6, 2019 #2 Share Posted May 6, 2019 There is more space in the GS. You will also have 24 hour access to free specialty coffee, plus free room service including the ability to order off the MDR menu when it is open. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retired2005 Posted May 7, 2019 #3 Share Posted May 7, 2019 (edited) I'd go for the Grand Suite. You'll love the extra room! Among other things, it includes priority embarkation/disembarkation, free room service, and you'll never stand in line at guest services to resolve a problem. Even if you don't use the Suites Lounge for cocktails, they offer speciality coffee all day. What ever you decide....enjoy your cruise!!! Edited May 7, 2019 by retired2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMarc Posted May 7, 2019 #4 Share Posted May 7, 2019 As opposed to sweet grand mariner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted May 7, 2019 #5 Share Posted May 7, 2019 For that price I'd do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixCruiser Posted May 7, 2019 #6 Share Posted May 7, 2019 If anyone in your group has mobility issues I would not recommend a Grand Suite. The shower/tub combo is really hard to get in and out of due to the height of the tub. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_G Posted May 7, 2019 #7 Share Posted May 7, 2019 2 minutes ago, PhoenixCruiser said: If anyone in your group has mobility issues I would not recommend a Grand Suite. The shower/tub combo is really hard to get in and out of due to the height of the tub. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk I can't recall, are the Junior Suite tubs just as high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixCruiser Posted May 7, 2019 #8 Share Posted May 7, 2019 I can't recall, are the Junior Suite tubs just as high.YesSent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted May 7, 2019 #9 Share Posted May 7, 2019 I would go for it at that price, if only to provide an additional space for your group to hang out together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted May 7, 2019 #10 Share Posted May 7, 2019 6 hours ago, PhoenixCruiser said: If anyone in your group has mobility issues I would not recommend a Grand Suite. The shower/tub combo is really hard to get in and out of due to the height of the tub. Maybe the OP should go all the way to an Owner's Suite, with that separate, walk-in, shower stall. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGY1962 Posted May 7, 2019 Author #11 Share Posted May 7, 2019 43 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: Maybe the OP should go all the way to an Owner's Suite, with that separate, walk-in, shower stall. I sure would have if it meant I would get refunded some cash😀. We did go for it. Even after the first customer service rep said I couldn’t then I called right back and rep said they didn’t know why I was told that and made the change with no problem. The tub tub may be inconvenient but I have no doubt it will work out. Mother’s first and probably only, cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robyn206 Posted May 7, 2019 #12 Share Posted May 7, 2019 Cancel your Key, and now you'll be coming out ahead, since you'll already get those perks with the suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFerrington Posted May 7, 2019 #13 Share Posted May 7, 2019 The only perks that are included in the Key but not covered by the Grand Suite is the lunch on embarkation day and the carry-on luggage drop at the theater. To me, the upgraded suite far surpasses the lost Key perks. If it were me, I would take the upgrade and get a refund on The Key. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGY1962 Posted May 7, 2019 Author #14 Share Posted May 7, 2019 8 minutes ago, RFerrington said: The only perks that are included in the Key but not covered by the Grand Suite is the lunch on embarkation day and the carry-on luggage drop at the theater. To me, the upgraded suite far surpasses the lost Key perks. If it were me, I would take the upgrade and get a refund on The Key. Looks like I might - that will almost pay for my wave runner 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milwaukee Eight Posted May 7, 2019 #15 Share Posted May 7, 2019 9 hours ago, Big_G said: I can't recall, are the Junior Suite tubs just as high. I thought they were the same. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare island lady Posted May 7, 2019 #16 Share Posted May 7, 2019 (edited) For only 20 bucks?? Yeah, I would grab that in a heart beat! 🙂 No Coastal Kitchen on Mariner though...one of the big draws to doing a GS on Oasis class for me. Happy with my JS on Mariner coming up next month....but would definitely jump on the 20.00 upgrade. A GS is currently listed as almost three thousand more that what I paid for my JS on my sailing. 😮😮 Edited May 7, 2019 by island lady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14Terry Posted May 8, 2019 #17 Share Posted May 8, 2019 You’ll be happy you upgraded to the GS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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