Breakaway Deck 9 balconies-Waterfront?

[Gatordad815]

Hello all-I’ve never sailed NCL and am considering a deck 9 Balcony on the Breakaway (near aft elevators). I see it is just above the “Waterfront” area. Can anyone who has been on NCL Breakaway deck 9 comment on whether the Waterfront area obstructs the view or otherwise causes issues (noise, smoke, etc.)? The other option is deck 8 forward which appears to be right over the theater. Any input appreciated!

[Paul Bogle]

This is the view from our deck 14 balcony looking down. If you look left of the lifeboats you see the railing along the waterfront. As you can see only a few feet from the railing the waterfront is covered by the white roof. From a deck 9 balcony I doubt you can see the railing due to the angle.

[Oceangal711]

I've stayed on deck 9 many times. There is a white tin roof under the balcony for deck 8 waterfront not sure if it goes all the way aft as I've stayed mid ship. Noise not a problem even directly over the starboard side bar and smoking is no longer allowed on deck 8.

[yearsofcruising]

2 Breakaways Deck 9 balconies by elevators..Never had a problem

[Gatordad815]

Thanks for the replies-very helpful!