MaisonRose Posted August 16, 2014 #2251 Share Posted August 16, 2014 (edited) Ship: SolsticeCabin #: 6242 Deck #: 6 Class: 2C Area: Starboard, rear of the Hump Bed near: Bath Quiet?: No, engine humming noise problem, see comments Balcony view: Balcony size: A bit larger than normal, with the extra angle of hump - last cabin on the back end of the hump. Wind a problem?: No Soot a problem?: Only one day, did we wake to find quite a bit of soot on the balcony Problems/comments: see below. We have just returned from the Solstice and we had cabin 6242 while my in-laws had 6240 (both on the back end of the hump). There is a noise problem with these cabins - a sort of engine humming sound, which is constant, 24hrs a day, regardless of the sea conditions or even if the ship was at sea or in port. It was so bad, that we had to be moved, as we had 2 pretty sleepless nights, including Christmas Eve The Housekeeping maintenance manager (I think it was), came with an engineer, who confirmed it was a known issue, and there was nothing they could do to resolve the problem. It's to do with the piping taking the exhaust from the engines to the funnels on the top, which are inside the walls across the hallway - not sure if the noise is the engine, or fans within the pipes, but I know it was heard from within 6240 and 6242. From walking the hallways, it would possibly affect 6244 and 6246 too, maybe even as far as 6248, 6250 (and similar on the port side 6241, 6243,6245,6247,6249,6251). From walking in the hallways, the nose/vibration, then was ok, then reoccurred further down the ship (the rear most funnel piping), but I did not record the cabin numbers located here, but again it would possibly have affected 4-6 rooms on both sides of the ship. I'm surprised that more has not been mentioned on this topic here, but maybe I just did not search right, while researching the cabins. Also, it will affect people who have more sensitive hearing, as while we could clearly hear it from within my in-laws cabin (6240), they were ok with it - I guess there are some advantages to having some hearing loss in later life The initial report was handled well by the Celebrity housekeeping maintenance and guest relations, however, the Housekeeping maintenance manager told us he would sort it with guest relations to have us moved if possible. After a few hours of not hearing back, we visited guest relations, and were not so well treated. The guest relations staff member just appeared to want us to go away, and kept telling us that it was being looked into and as the ship was full, there were no available cabins anyway. When we kept on and insisted we see the guest relations supervisor, she eventually went to the office around the back and when she came back, we did in fact get another cabin (8301) - funny how this had only just then became available, as we were at sea that day. This did spoil our Christmas day, but at least it ended well, and 8301 was a great cabin, but with a smaller balcony – and although it had vibration within the cabin, I think this is felt thought the ship. I just noticed on my photo stream that cabin 6245 portside on Celebrity Silhouette had big orange evac boats just below the balcony, which was an annoying obstruction that I thought wouldn't matter, but it did. So I arrived at this forum because I wanted to post a photo of it for future users. We were also just above a smoking area but never noticed that on our balcony. Then I read the enclosed mention of noise and remembered that the first 36 hours in our cabin was very noisy. The sound resembled a jet engine on take off, with serious vibrations. We called the desk and of course before the service fellow arrived, the noise stopped. This happened three times. Then the noise stopped and never happened again. So cabin 6245, although a great location near elevators, did have some problems, but we did not ask to be moved..everything otherwise was fine. We were assigned 6245 as an upgrade from our Balcony guarantee category. Edited August 16, 2014 by MaisonRose Try to add photo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nafanny29 Posted September 1, 2014 #2252 Share Posted September 1, 2014 SHIP: Silhouette CABIN #: 9208 DECK #: 9 CLASS: 1B AREA: FWD just after FWD hump BED NEAR: Bath QUIET?: Yes, totally silent day and night BALCONY VIEW: excellent BALCONY SIZE: standard WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Lovely cabin, lovely view, near FWD elevators Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeniceRome Posted September 3, 2014 #2253 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Hi there is this on the reflection ? I'm on the reflection category 1A csbin. 8197 Question I know it's a larger balcony but I hope there is sun and not too dark! Also is it port or starboard side! Do you highly recommend it! On it March 14, 2015, can't wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
103brandy Posted September 3, 2014 #2254 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Hi there is this on the reflection ? I'm on the reflection category 1A csbin. 8197 Question I know it's a larger balcony but I hope there is sun and not too dark! Also is it port or starboard side! Do you highly recommend it! On it March 14, 2015, can't wait Hi, No this is Silhouette but same class as reflection. Your cabin is port side. It depends which direction the ship is sailing if you get sun or not. That balcony is shady at the back but you should get sun further forward. If you go to the celebrity site and click on plan a cruise, then ships, you can explore the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fjord4Fun Posted September 6, 2014 #2255 Share Posted September 6, 2014 SHIP: Eclipse CABIN #: 7101 DECK #: 7 CLASS: 7 Ocean View AREA: Facing Forward BED NEAR: Between Wardrobe and armchairs QUIET?: Yes except for exceptional noise and vibration from bow thrusters and cable motors approaching and during docking. Only a problem when docking early in the morning . (Never had this on same position cabin on Infinity) BALCONY VIEW: Forward over helicopter landing pad. Great views approaching land - they even wash the windows automatically! BALCONY SIZE: None WIND A PROBLEM?: No SOOT A PROBLEM?: No PROBLEMS/COMMENTS:One of the two furthest room from all bars and restaurants - great for walking off that extra helping at breakfast and absolutely no passing traffic or any other ship-board noise (except as above). Room seemed more spacious than usual Ocean View/Balcony staterooms. Our luggage all fitted under the, very comfortable bed. Small, lumpy pillows though. Wardrobe not quite wide enough for hangers to fit straight but useful double height hanging rail over half the width. Bathroom had great (fixed) shower, plenty of cupboard space but enormously long tap that prevented one washing one's face over sink without getting water on the floor. Most odd. Attendant service impeccable and unobtrusive. Only one pillow chocolate during the two week cruise but three towel animals:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ariawoman Posted September 6, 2014 #2256 Share Posted September 6, 2014 SHIP: Silhouette CABIN #: 1243 DECK #: 10 Port Side CLASS: C2 AREA: Midship - Back of the hump BED NEAR: Bath QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Unobstructed (aside from the smallest lifeboat thing not even sure what it is, I'll attach the photo) BALCONY SIZE: Large!! Foot rests with the lounge chairs and a table. WIND A PROBLEM?: No SOOT A PROBLEM?: No PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: I always choose this location (or a few decks below) on every S class. Love it. It's my favorite! Convenient and with the larger verandah, a gem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pa8born Posted September 8, 2014 #2257 Share Posted September 8, 2014 (edited) SHIP: Solstice CABIN #: 8293 DECK #: 8 CLASS: 1C AREA: AFT Port side BED NEAR: Veranda QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Not obstructed looking down is the second lifeboat on deck 5 near smoking area BALCONY SIZE: standard WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: The room was perfect for 2 people, loved laying in bed watching return trip from Tracy Arm Fjord. The next room 8291 shares the same alcove for the entry doors. Balcony partition opened by Stewart so that was a plus. No complaints, loved being aft where it is so convenient just behind the hump which has the elevators nearby. Edited September 8, 2014 by Pa8born Deck is 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisepm Posted September 11, 2014 #2258 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Ship: Eclipse Cabin: 6145 Deck: 6 Class: 2B Veranda Area: Forward Bed near: Balcony Quiet: Majority of time Balcony view: unobstructed, excellent Balcony size: normal Wind a problem: No Soot a problem: No Problems/comments: This was a Baltic cruise. Embarkation and debarkation occurred on Deck 5 immediately below this cabin. We could hear every "ding" as passenger cards were scanned. This occurred again at the port in Zeebrugge. Noise was also heard a couple of hours before arriving in Zebrugge at 7:00am and Southampton at 5:30am as preparations for disembarkation were made. We heard no noise from the "Crew Only" door located across the hall from this cabin. We did notice some smoke from the smoking area below this cabin on deck 5. We would probably stay in this cabin again if it were the best available. Just be aware of the drawbacks. Would probably not have issues with embarkation or debarkation on Caribbean cruises since these activities take place on decks 2 and 3 in the Caribbean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villageneighbor Posted September 11, 2014 #2259 Share Posted September 11, 2014 SHIP: Reflection CABIN #: 7136 DECK #: 7 CLASS: 2B AREA: Forward Starboard BED NEAR: bathroom/closet QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Fine, no issues BALCONY SIZE: standard WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Nice standard room, Perfectly quiet. Never heard any noises. Close to forward stairs and elevators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caro24 Posted September 13, 2014 #2260 Share Posted September 13, 2014 SHIP: Silhouette CABIN #: 1040 DECK #: 10 CLASS: C3 AREA: Forward Starboard BED NEAR: Balcony QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Unobstructed no issues BALCONY SIZE: standard WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Although right next to the forward stairs and elevators we had no problem with noise, in fact quite enjoyed the easy access to stairs/lifts for popping to get a morning coffee to bring back to the room. Great room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceepot Posted September 17, 2014 #2261 Share Posted September 17, 2014 (edited) SHIP: Reflection CABIN #: 1570 DECK #: 11 CLASS: A1 AREA: BED NEAR: Wardrobe QUIET?: Crew access door was an issue BALCONY VIEW: unobstructed BALCONY SIZE: normal WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Crew access door diagonally opposite which I could hear closing from 6am. Not really loud but once you can hear it, I couldn't 'unhear' it. Great position on the ship. No faults with the room furniture. All excellent. Edited September 17, 2014 by Ceepot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceepot Posted September 17, 2014 #2262 Share Posted September 17, 2014 SHIP: Reflection CABIN #: 1572 DECK #: 11 CLASS: A1 AREA: BED NEAR: Balcony QUIET?: Crew access door was an issue BALCONY VIEW: unobstructed BALCONY SIZE: normal WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Crew access door diagonally opposite. Otherwise a great location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYKWIA Posted September 22, 2014 #2263 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Ship: Eclipse Deck - 8 Cabin # 8399 Class – Normal Starboard or Port Side - Port (Aft) Bed near?(balcony or bath) – Balcony Quiet Cabin (With comments on problems. Note if connecting. ) – Very quiet. Balcony View - No obstructions Balcony Size? - Normal Size balcony Was wind a problem? Nope.. If an aft cabin, was soot a problem? No Any specific problems with this cabin? None Lemmingability? Poor - you'll land on the roof of Blu 3 floors below Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdpapillion Posted September 23, 2014 #2264 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Now that's the way to review a cabin! Thanks Melinda. I am debating an AFT cabin on Solstice for Alaska next summer with another couple so we would be able to open up balconies. This gave me exact view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare countess5 Posted September 25, 2014 #2265 Share Posted September 25, 2014 SHIP: Reflection CABIN #: 1122 DECK #: 10 CLASS: GS AREA: BED NEAR: Seperate Bedroom QUIET?: Very quite, just off library but the sliding glass door to hall blocked any noise BALCONY VIEW: unobstructed and fantastic, double balcony and was slanted on the bump forward facing! What a view BALCONY SIZE: Double sized WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: No problems! Plenty of room, balcony was a bonus. Cabin was just 20 steps from the elevator. I am sold on this cabin class!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosi Posted September 28, 2014 #2266 Share Posted September 28, 2014 SHIP: Solstice CABIN #: 1083 DECK #: Sky Deck CLASS: C2 AREA: Port side closer to forward elevators than midship elevators BED NEAR: Closet QUIET?: Very BALCONY VIEW: excellent BALCONY SIZE: average WIND A PROBLEM?:no SOOT A PROBLEM?:no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS:Would book it again. Slept three comfortably. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Cruise Raider Posted September 28, 2014 #2267 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Ship: Solstice Deck - 6 Cabin # 6240 Class – 2C Starboard or Port Side - Starboard Bed near? – Balcony Quiet Cabin (With comments on problems. Note if connecting. ) – Somewhat quiet. Balcony View - Great view with just a minor obstruction with a jump boat located in front on balcony -- hardly noticeable Balcony Size? Normal or oversized for class? - Hump cabin balcony about 3 times the size of a normal balcony Was wind a problem? Not at all If an aft cabin, was soot a problem? n/a Any specific problems with this cabin? As mentioned in another post, this cabin has some type of engine or fan noise -- quite loud in the bathroom area -- as well as a very audible draining noise from the shower. The engine noise can also be heard in the hallway in front of room 6240 and 6242. From our bed, which was located near the balcony, it was also audible but more like white noise so didn't bother us one little bit. It kind of drowned out any creaks and cracks that you might otherwise hear with a moving vessel. I could understand why some may not think this acceptable but we would not hesitate to book this room again. Any other comments? The location of this room was perfect for us. This is a nice midship room and so convenient for the coffee in the morning from Café al Bacio, the internet café, the martini bar, casino and dining areas. I would book this room location in a heart beat. If you are sensitive to the noise mentioned above, it does exist so might move aft a few cabins -- although the other balconies are definitely smaller. The large balcony could use a couple of foot stools, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frogsgirl Posted September 28, 2014 #2268 Share Posted September 28, 2014 SHIP: Solstice CABIN #: 1504 DECK #: 11 CLASS: Aqua AREA: Front starboard BED NEAR: bath QUIET?: On most occasions BALCONY VIEW: clear to back of ship & straight out, slightly obstructed to the front by the bridge BALCONY SIZE: standard WIND A PROBLEM?: no SOOT A PROBLEM?: no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: noise from the gym from running machines & heavy weights, heard mainly last thing at night and early morning. Didn't last long but heard enough to be irritating. Had one rough sea day & movement was significant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeniceRome Posted October 3, 2014 #2269 Share Posted October 3, 2014 Hi there Any suggestions on good hotels in Miami! Doing a cruise before we go on reflection but need to stay overnight in Miami March 13 and check out March 14, 2015 , Would like to go to south beach shopping and I'm ok if 10 or 15 minutes away from Port! Great appreciate it! Thx Liliana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TourDeCruise Posted October 3, 2014 #2270 Share Posted October 3, 2014 Hi there Any suggestions on good hotels in Miami! Doing a cruise before we go on reflection but need to stay overnight in Miami March 13 and check out March 14, 2015 , Would like to go to south beach shopping and I'm ok if 10 or 15 minutes away from Port! Great appreciate it! Thx Liliana Liliana, check on the Cruise Critic Ports of Call board for Florida departures and ask there if you need additional information. Here is the link to that board: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=495 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TADCruise Posted October 3, 2014 #2271 Share Posted October 3, 2014 SHIP: Reflection CABIN #: 8252 DECK #: 8 CLASS: 1A AREA: BED NEAR: Balcony QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Slightly Aft BALCONY SIZE: Oversized, Very Deep WIND A PROBLEM?: No wind. First balcony on the aft side of the hump. SOOT A PROBLEM?: No PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Very convenient location near the elevators. __________________ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindi Posted October 4, 2014 #2272 Share Posted October 4, 2014 SHIP: Silhoette CABIN #: 6172 DECK #: 6 CLASS: 2C AREA: Midship BED NEAR: verandah QUIET: Very quiet BALCONY VIEW: Obstruction of white lifeboat davit on left 1/3 balcony. Top of lifeboat parallel to balcony floor. BALCONY SIZE: standard WIND/SOOT A PROBLEM: NONE PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: a very quiet cabin, davit obstruction might bother some but didn't bother us on a very busy Mediterranean cruise itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBookHePays Posted October 15, 2014 #2273 Share Posted October 15, 2014 (edited) SHIP: Celebrity Solstice CABIN #: 9290 DECK #: 9 CLASS: 1B AREA: Mid ship BED NEAR: Closet/bath QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Straight out to sea, also view of bow and stern (if you are on rail) BALCONY SIZE: Normal WIND A PROBLEM?: No SOOT A PROBLEM?: No PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Very convenient location, right by the elevators/stairs. You don't see the other balconies/people like you would on the larger angled balconies. It is the last cabin on the hump. No X on the balcony glass. Loved it! Edited October 15, 2014 by IBookHePays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UniPac Posted October 16, 2014 #2274 Share Posted October 16, 2014 SHIP: EQUINOX CABIN #: 1527 DECK #: 11 CLASS: Aqua Class AREA: Port BED NEAR: Bathroom QUIET?: Yes. Finally. BALCONY VIEW: great, no obstructions. BALCONY SIZE: regular WIND A PROBLEM?: no SOOT A PROBLEM?: no PROBLEMS/COMMENTS: Perfect location, very quiet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maz_1 Posted October 17, 2014 #2275 Share Posted October 17, 2014 SHIP: Celebrity Equinox CABIN #: 9279 DECK #: 9 CLASS: C3 AREA: Portside Aft BED NEAR: Balcony QUIET?: Yes BALCONY VIEW: Good BALCONY SIZE: Standard WIND A PROBLEM?:No SOOT A PROBLEM?:No PROBLEMS/COMMENTS:Very quite room. Would book again. Long way from elevators but we enjoy the walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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