How do P & O aft suites compare to Princess/Celebrity

[JAN2321]

We are looking at an aft suite on P & O Arcadia.  We have not done P & O before only Princess and Celebrity. Has anyone been in an aft suite on P & O and also experienced Princess or Celebrity aft suites to give us an opinion on the differences.  Also what suite enhancements there are with P & O - any different dining or free laundry perks?  Also can anyone  tell us if there is a difference between the sizes of the suites/balconies on the corner suites on Deck C  and D which we are interested in.  Any information on P & O that you think might be useful would be greatly appreciated.  Many thanks.

[Hampshire Steve]

We have had an aft suite on Sapphire Princess just last year, identical in every way to P&O Ventura and Azura.

Suites on Arcadia are very similar inside however the Aft ones have much bigger balconies but are either overlooked or 50/50 shade and sky. D deck is dull in front of the cabin doors but the wrap around makes up for it. Not been in C but have a standard aft cabin there in a few months.

P&O give you a Butler (Pointless in our opinion) no free laundry. Perks like the priority boarding have become less interesting as so many people turn up for this slot due to loyalty levels. Priority use of the water shuttle can be useful (on the way out only) but most P&O cruise ports don't need them so not much of an attraction. other perks much the same. No club class dining included so unless using the MDR or buffet the options are to pay in Ocean Grill or Sindhu, being brits we prefer those to the Princess option of Sabatini's. (Ocean grill is similar to Crown Grill)

We have now made the decision that the extra space, the uncomfortable couch and the spa bath are not worth the extra bucks. However we do enjoy the aft cabins whatever the grade and of course you do get more balcony whatever you pick.

[Hampshire Steve]

Couple of further thoughts-

Arcadia bathrooms are a little dated compared to others, one entrance rather than the separate toilet, curtain on the shower but still with a full size Jacuzzi bath.

Full MDR menus available on room service along with the standard room service menu are free when ordered via the Butler. (There I found a use for him!)

Suite breakfast on Arcadia is in Sindhu and that is very relaxed, they will sort out extras not on the menu if you give them a little notice, although simple things like omelettes are easily created to order. 

[JAN2321]

Many thanks very helpful - much appreciated.