Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I actually don't mind saving with an inside cabin, but since COVID hubby will only consider a balcony! Had a unobstructed view with no life boats below. ft. CC Help Jenn See photos. Any help will be appreciated. The ship is symmetrical, so cabins on both port and starboard are the same. Obstructions can vary from very slight, to a complete obstruction. VAT Registration Number: 295 3678 09. CC Help Jenn It is a full balcony and the obstructions are the lifeboats that hang below you and obstruct your view downward. Our last Inaugural cruise was the Infinity cruise to Antarctica in 2010! Everyone has their own preferences, wants and needs that may not be what you want. Posting again. Cruise lines wont tell you this, but I will. At one point in time the private bar advised me that area where this water was stored was closed. Am I high enough to avoid the view of the life boats? When I sailed on the Solstice last October, we had a very nice room with a couch and a queen size bed. You may luck out and get a better one. Common obstructions include lifeboats, machinery, and pieces of other decks. The outside movie theater was not watchable. I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 7 and higher) or on decks 8 - 10 to avoid this unpleasant situation. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Any advice will be appreciated. Each line has their own advantage. The overhang wasn't expected, and we didn't care for it, but at least we could look out even though we couldn't see down. I personally wouldnt pay much more than an ocean view price for an obstructed view balcony but it can be worth it in some circumstances. The Celebrity Silhouette has a range of interior, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabins available. Here is a pic so you can see it. Search for a cruise. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Youll still get a great position on the ship, amazing views all-day long and a fantastic place to be for a sailaway. Also is the room set much differently then non-bunk bed room on the Solstice? You have made me relaxed and reasonably happy. A tour of Cabin #6204 (Cat 07 obstructed balcony) on Continental deck. Any help will be. ft. Not on the smoking side. I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 7 and higher) or on decks 8 - 10 to avoid this unpleasant situation. We were 2 couples. For a lot of cabins, youll find photos from other cruisers. However owing to the reasonably expensive cost to upgrade we are staying put. It is on X's website, as copied below, that all the 2C cabins has a partially obstructed balcony. Very appreciative of your response! My son is a special needs adult, My husband and I were on Summit, the same itinerary, on Oct 2021 and loved it so much that we booked this cruise on the spot for the whole family. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By The windows on the top-level look out over the lifeboats but are still considered obstructed because compared to standard ocean views, the view is limited. LauraS A quick elevator ride up directly to the entrance of the buffet and pools. Also, I noticed on the chart that it had a triangle designation. With either category, you can look . We were surprised with the number of pool servers available to take drink orders, unlike what was being reported on other ships. Premium orange juice, Evian water, and Arizona Ice Tea were not available the entire cruise. My mistake, it is 8218. You are three grades higher than that, in a 2A, and your view will not be anything like that. If you want to stick to a budget and like the idea of cruising with a window in your stateroom, then obstructed view cabins are the perfect choice. Here's a link to my (very old) Silhouette review that has several balcony photos. Does that mean we will be in bunk beds? I think it depends on your budget, but for us, we are OK with it. A few of them are "on the hump" and have larger balconies. Deck: 6 Continental My wife and I were on the Silhouette in an obstructed view balcony. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. The "obstruction" is. Get expert advice, insider tips and more. It is on X's website, as copied below, that all the 2C cabins has a partially obstructed balcony. It features a sofa bed for relaxing or accommodating a 3rd passenger. We had pretty much calm seas in the Mediterranean so did not notice much rocking. The deck 6 aft location is really convenient - one or two decks down to bars, restaurants, casino. What Is An Obstructed View Cabin? Hey, Im Emma, an award-winning cruise blogger, and YouTuber. kebrown, January 25, 2021 in Celebrity Cruises. You dont know if its 3:00 AM or 3:00 PM. These cabins can be spotted on most brochures using a key. I have been studying the reflection deck plan because so many cabins show obstructed view.. We had a 2C aft balcony (Cabin 6301) on Reflection and were surprised at the obstruction since it's not designated as having an obstructed view. By the way I had 6300 once as the other 4 were sold out and it was just a regular size. Ever wondered how the mainstream cruise lines compare? On deck 9 the 100% are cabins 9209, 9215, 9266 & 9270 while the 25% are 9207, 9211, 9264 & 9268. If this is your first cruise you may be better off getting something in the middle of the ship. You cannot look straight down to the water but you can look out with no obstruction. We had pretty much calm seas in the Mediterranean so did not notice much rocking. On deck 8 the 100% are 8253, 8257, 8279, 8283, 8226, 8230, 8252 & 8256 while the 25% are the other 8 cabins on the slant adjacent to the 100% cabins. This is our first balcony and I don't know if we should move. This is an extra service charge implemented fleetwide (including on the Reflection ship). I think the location and the reduced cost are the big pluses for these cabins and they are worth consideration. Not valid on holiday sailings. Lots of grumbling in the very long line and many of the staff, Had never been to S. America. Personally I'd move to a higher deck. I can assure you won't be disappointed. Heathrow Airport to Southampton Cruise Port: Transport Guide, What Is Obstructed Ocean View In A Cruise? Amenities: Two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed sitting area with sofa or some staterooms have a sofa bed or sofa bed and upper bunk floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a veranda private bathroom with shower safe thermostat . In fact, I have to look pretty far down the ship to see a lifeboat. Were here to dispel some of the myths and help you make an informed decision about whether an obstructed view cabin is right for you. Also there are four 2C cabins that have the angled larger verandas with minimal lifeboat obstruction. Our dining room crew (table 149), Septian, Romal and wine steward, Vijit were all fabulous. Currently at Cruise Critic. We. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. My family upgraded to the premium package; unfortunately, nothing was available. Here is a pic so you can see it. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. There were many expensive stores but no place to buy necessities like ibuprofen, toothpaste, sunscreen etc. Sunset Veranda (balcony) cabins are with bow location. Agree,they have large balconies and are very quiet. We were in 6209 on Equinox2D..hardly any obstruction and because we were still on the hump the balcony was much bigger..would definitely book this cabin again. They offer excellent value at only slightly more than an inside cabin, yet benefit from the added bonus of a great view. Cabin # 6272 is a Category 2C - Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Veranda (Obstructed View) on Deck 6. Not only do we know these deck plans like the back of our hands, we spend months ensuring that we know the ships inside out. However, I now know a little more about these grades, and checked my info I am not on 2D Thank God, but 2C Deck 6. They are 2B category staterooms on Deck 6. Unless you intend to use it a alot, balcony cabins may not be necessary. Balcony staterooms in categories 2C and 2D are with obstructed view (due to lifeboats). Your email address will not be published. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, C858B0A9-6769-424D-B129-59363EDAC023.jpeg, B5073042-BF8A-4EEC-BD19-0938D8732763.jpeg. I would recommend balcony cabins located on the "humps" (the front and the middle ones, deck 9 and higher) or on decks 10 - 12 to avoid this unpleasant situation. I think they are very good value as they are usually priced accordingly:), I booked a 2C category on Deck 6 (Continental) on my upcoming Silhouette cruise next Sunday. Our upcoming cruise will be in 6202 a 2D also close to midship, which was a positive move for us from an initially booked OV on Deck 3,then to a forward facing OV on Deck 7 and finally 6202. Does that mean we will be in bunk beds? Posted October 31, 2012. Sunset Veranda (balcony) cabins are with bow location. Aqua Panna was available during dinner, (01 bottle) but unavailable during our stay. You may be looking at an inside cabin but prefer the thought of natural light coming through a window. Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Here is a pic so you can see it. All fares are per person based on twin occupancy on a cruise only basis, unless otherwise stated. It started with the Captain, who was very visible, gave daily updates and this is the only cruise I can remember, Wonderful! Floor plan. Obstructed. Started June 21, 2021, By Obstructed view cabins therefore claim the title of obstructed most often because of the lifeboat positions. Hi there, just about to book our first cruise - we've left it a bit late and the cruise leaves on 6th October so there are limited choices for rooms. The deck where the lifeboats are located is Deck 5 so it would make where the man is standing as being on Deck 8, not 10. What one person loves, another may hate so its all about finding the cruise ship and the accommodation thats best for your needs. First, the, This was our first & last cruise with Celebrity. Obstructed view cabins are a great way to save money when cruising. If youre booking through an agent, youre definitely going to want to work with them, and let them know that you are open to obstructed view cabins. Could you tell me if 6251 was a 2d(obstructed) or a 2c (Partially obstructed)? LauraS The 10/21 and 12/22 cruises were as different as DAY and NIGHT! Balcony was huge! After being Diamond + on RC, we have started to lean to Celebrity after sailing The Edge. That means one upper berth. Amenities: Two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed sitting area with sofa single sofa bed upper bunk or single sofa bed and upper bunk floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a veranda private bathroom with shower safe thermostat-controlled . IMPORTANT: Celebrity Cruises charges USD 3,95 for late-night room service orders (between 11 pm and 6 am). I share cruise tips, tours, and videos on this website to help you master cruising on a budget. We love children but not the chaos on a cruise ship. As examples, I just checked two cruises on the Reflection. What your TA is talking about is the category 2D. Get expert advice, insider tips and more. CC Help Jenn Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. Very little obstruction and, as a 2C, usually only slightly more than a 2D, which are almost all fully obstructed. For 2C, the top of the lifeboat comes up to the bottom of the veranda. It is a full balcony and the obstructions are the lifeboats that hang below you and obstruct your view downward. It's a port-intensive cruise in a cooler climate but I am glad to have the veranda space even if only to pop outside each morning in my robe to get a sense of the weather for the day. Any help will be appreciated. Category 2C cabin 6157 located on the forward port side hump. Followers. Are you someone who likes to relax in your room and enjoy your own personal space? They may have a picture of the room. Not a big deal. It was cool to be so close to the water. The free WIFI was pathetic and apparently the only way to make it usable was to upgrade for $200! Started August 27, 2021, By If youre new to cruising then you will inevitably have heard tales from relatives, friends, friends of friends, even the neighbours dog walker. Grandma Jean, October 31, 2012 in Celebrity Cruises. Posted November 12, 2011. Thank you for the the photos. Nicole Scherzinger Named Godmother of P&O Cruises Arvia, Explora Journeys Announces 2024-25 Itineraries for EXPLORA I, P&O Cruises Secures Stellar Line-up for Arvias Naming Ceremony, Princess Cruises Launches 2024 Japan Season, Explora Journeys Reveals Immersive Destination Experiences. Stateroom assignments only. I am really shocked that a brand new ship design is like this..:(. I like to think of obstructed view cabins as the seats that I always buy in the theater, where youve got a bit of a pole in the way, maybe a bar in the bottom third, thats pretty much what an obstructed view cabin is.