Sitting on your deck chair looking out, you've got the same view. some of the cabins are between 2 life boats. I have one other question. Here is the info from the Celebrity website: One-category upgrade requests must be made at the time of booking and apply only for upgrades within the supercategory, depending on availability. Join the Cruise Club. The obstruction is the lifeboats on Deck 5. By This offer cannot be used with certain restricted fares including but not limited to travel agent and employee rates. Get expert advice, insider tips and more. Are you someone who likes to relax in your room and enjoy your own personal space? We were on deck 9 on "Reflection" and it was great - near to the card room and the "Hideaway" with its comfy chairs and the coffee machine We also had cat. While this ship is older we were surprised at how well she looks. Occupancy: 2 guests standard - some sleep 3 or 4. We have previously cruised with Princess, Disney and Viking and would book with them again . You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Floor plan. It is on X's website, as copied below, that all the 2C cabins has a partially obstructed balcony. Balcony staterooms in categories 2C and 2D are with obstructed view (due to lifeboats). The view out straight is usually fine except for an occasional piece of the equipment supporting the lifeboats but that only blocks a small part of the view. Once many years ago I saw a worker cleaning but he was at the end of the roof top and did not see me on the balcony. http://web8.506.bces.de/cruise_xxl/dalbum=48&pos=0, Interior Porthole or Window w/Obstructed View, GOLDEN PRINCESS OBSTRUCTED VIEW STATEROOM, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. As you can see the "obstruction is barely above the height of the railing. By Whether you like a 2C cabin depends on your preference. Over 90,000 people turn to Into The Blue for the latest news, hottest destinations & insider insights. You can't see straight down to the water, if that's important to you, but you can easily look out. In this picture you see a man standing on deck 10. There are obstructed view cabins on every cruise ship and cruise lines tend to be very careful when it comes to obstructed views, they would much prefer to sell a cabin as an obstructed view, and the passenger is pleasantly surprised, than they sell it as a standard cabin and the passenger complains. Here is a handy link with photos of the view from various 'obstructed' cabins on S, M and E class, click tabs to see S vs M and E class ships. When I sailed on the Solstice last October, we had a very nice room with a couch and a queen size bed. Deck 6 has two types of obstructed view verandas. So in that situation, its a no-brainer at least to me to get that obstructed view, because you werent going to have a view anyway. Note that the "depending on availability" includes the fact that you cannot upgrade from a lower category to a higher category ifthere is no cabin available in the lower category since if there is no available cabin in the lower category then there is no specified price for that lower category. Is it a drop down? Is it a drop down? Size: 194 sq. We were surprised with the number of pool servers available to take drink orders, unlike what was being reported on other ships. Our choice is 6240. Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. After weeks of speculation - including teasers on the cruise lines social, EXPLORA I, the first ship to join the Explora Journeys fleet, will visit a series of exciting destinations during the autumn/winter 2024-25 season. Cunard Select Fares includes: On board spending money of up to $470 per stateroom, based on twin occupancy. Get expert advice, insider tips and more. The deck 6 aft location is really convenient - one or two decks down to bars, restaurants, casino. We booked a balcony guarantee on Silhouette and got 6159 obstructed viewwe actually loved that cabin! Here is a pic so you can see it. Thanks Bob! What is your experience with the bunk bed rooms on the Reflection? Even if your balcony is completely obstructed, being able to get some fresh air/daylight is really nice. The level of obstruction varies greatly, so the more research you can do, the better chance you have of finding a cabin that suits your budget and you. After being Diamond + on RC, we have started to lean to Celebrity after sailing The Edge. They had reserved this cruise several years ago and my DW and I thought we would rejoin our adventures with them. We chose this itinerary because we fell in love with Bermuda when we sailed on the Norwegian Gem from Boston pre-pandemic. I keep checking prices, but thus far, balcony cabins are much more than we are paying. Rooms were small and, We had two rooms. The pictures and link to the various cabin views is very helpful. CC Help Jenn Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. This is our first balcony and I don't know if we should move. * The obstructed view cabins will have life boat or ship structure blocking their view when looking down from balcony but the view forward is clear, however some obstructed balcony cabins have tops of life boats or life boat lifts coming up to railing height and that will obstruct the view when sitting down (The larger life boats are in front of cabins 6188 to 6206 on the starboard side and 6187 to 6205 on the port side). 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. This is good information. Lots of grumbling in the very long line and many of the staff, Had never been to S. America. This page shows the obstructed views for the following ships: - Celebrity Apex - Celebrity Beyond - Celebrity Edge - Celebrity Ascent Click on links below to view different cabins for this class of ships. Maybe those rooms go for specific clients or promos? They are found in a particular area of a ship and this means that some cabins views will be blocked. ft. For that cabin it wasn't a lifeboat but roof of the Blu's dining room as you mentioned. I particularly want a verandah stateroom - in that category my choices are far forward on the vista deck, or midship with obstructed views on the continental deck - or an aft room on the same deck. Large angled balcony with obstruction only if you look down. Thanks, There is a link at the top of the page to cabins for all ships it will give noise, bathroom, balcony size etc, Should answer all your questions just scroll on spreadsheet to cabin numbers. These cabins can be spotted on most brochures using a key. swimming with spaniels, August 18, 2013 in Celebrity Cruises. I thought I could save with a partial or obstructed view but I'm not sure it will work for us. Started August 27, 2021, By The more research you do into the cabins, the better experience youre going to have. Or are you one for using the cabin simply as a place for sleeping and getting changed, preferring to spend more time out and about on deck? A quick elevator ride up directly to the entrance of the buffet and pools. We've sailed both types, and they're not a problem for us at all, but of course others would feel differently. 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On every cruise ship, there are some cabins that you can book for a reduced price, but the cruise lines rarely advertise them. I'll see if I can dig up a photo! A few of them are "on the hump" and have larger balconies. They are 2B category staterooms on Deck 6. A friend of mine saved almost $1,000 by switching from a regular balcony, to an obstructed balcony. I can unsubscribe any time using the unsubscribe link at the end of all emails. Unfortunately, hidden gem cabins in all categories on all ships will be designated with a "D" in mid-2023 and come at a higher, non-upgradable price. Exciting! Currently at Cruise Critic. First day, shower flooded, plumber came and plunged drain and dirt came out. This is an extra service charge implemented fleetwide (including on the Solstice ship). Go for it. Unless youve specifically said, you are happy with an obstructed view, youre not going to get one. Had a message this morning to say we have a 2A midship deck 7 - :), That's great! It is the very last cabin in the aft section of the ship. I think it depends on your preference and budget. I look forward to a wonderful cruise 31 Oct 2013. The last 2 on the port and starboard side have huge angled balconies. They offer excellent value at only slightly more than an inside cabin, yet benefit from the added bonus of a great view. LauraS This is the view we had on our 2C balcony. Posting again. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. My family upgraded to the premium package; unfortunately, nothing was available. So if youre somebody like that, getting an obstructed view in the middle can be a really good way to get that location that you want, but without paying the premium price. Started June 21, 2021, By Looking for a specific cabin? 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. 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. With either category, you can look . When I sailed on the Solstice last October, we had a very nice room with a couch and a queen size bed. While I was posting PublicPersona posted the excellent picture above. Here is a link to an old thread that has plenty of pictures of the various S-Class ships/cabins. Occupancy: 2 guests standard - some sleep 4. We have two balconies in the center of the hump on deck six. If youre booking directly through the cruise line or through some agents, you can see deck plans where you can see which cabins are obstructed view. We are in 8128 (its located mid-ship) for a Med cruise on the Reflection in October which I just booked a couple days ago. You can find out how obstructed each cabin is and find out which ones youd be happy with. 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. CC Help Jenn What one person loves, another may hate so its all about finding the cruise ship and the accommodation thats best for your needs. Are you sure about your cabin assignment? Each line has their own advantage. A First Time Cruisers Maiden Voyage on Iona. I think it depends on your budget, but for us, we are OK with it. I also got a guarantee cabin for the first time and received my cabin number almost 9 weeks from the Eclipse. I notice there are some great rooms with only 10% obstruction on Deck 11 but they come up as not available , not booked though. An obstructed view cabin is a cabin where an item is obstructing the view from either the window or the balcony of the cabin. Somehow we missed that it was going to be partially obstructed. Required fields are marked *. I am specifically interested in deck 6 on the Reflection but I assume all Solstice Class ships have the same design on deck 6. If it's a 2C you'll be looking across to top of a lifeboat (you can't look straight down). Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I can assure you won't be disappointed. Your email address will not be published. The 1A cabins on the slant of the hump have balconies that are either about 25% ormore than100% larger than a standard balcony. I want emails from Fodor's Travel with travel information and promotions. A quick elevator ride up directly to the entrance of the buffet and pools. ft.; Balcony: 54 sq. 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. Likewise. The obstruction was an overhang/decking that jetted out from Deck 6 about 12-15 feet from the edge of our balcony. No direct downward view but no lifeboats obstruction either. Visit The Cruise Centre: 6 Lindrick Way, Barlborough, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 4XE. It started with the Captain, who was very visible, gave daily updates and this is the only cruise I can remember, Wonderful! Although a bit dated, we found the ship to be in reasonably good condition. Because the ship has been designed in a particular way, there may be some cabin obstructions. The worst you can get is a 2d obstructed balcony, saving 180pp ( I did a quick check). Powered by Invision Community. I share cruise tips, tours, and videos on this website to help you master cruising on a budget. We booked 2 balcony cabins for the holiday sailing 24 Dec 2009. They dont want to have to deal with that. From what I saw of the 2D's, I think the 2C's are a better deal. I have been 'sweating' about the level of 'obstruction' and even contacted the TA to enquire about changing. Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. Grandma Jean, October 31, 2012 in Celebrity Cruises. We did our first Celebrity trip on Eclipse in July and booked a guarantee balcony. IMPORTANT: Celebrity Cruises charges USD 3,95 for late-night room service orders (between 11 pm and 6 am). Does that mean we will be in bunk beds? I encourage you to see if Category 2C cabin 6157 located on the forward port side hump is available. Search 1000s of cruisesfor your next holiday. It was cool to be so close to the water. The ship was not fully booked, but the dining room, We booked this cruise to use up a pre-pandemic credit from 2019. You have made me relaxed and reasonably happy. I will surely take this into consideration. While your view may be interrupted, obstructed doesnt mean blacked out the complete opposite, in fact! Obstructed view cabins come in all shapes and sizes, so if youre debating whether to change your reservation, the answer is no. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. We chose Celebrity thinking we would get a better experience and more refined than we have on RYC (which have been great on the 3 cruses we have taken with them). We always go up to deck 7 for very small additional cost. Le Petit Chef offered on Celebrity Cruises is a one-of-a-kind dining concept. This is an extra service charge implemented fleetwide (including on the Reflection ship). Started June 21, 2021, By These cabins sell out quickly many months in advance. Privacy Statement - There are some cabins onboard P&Os newest ship Iona that are separated from the ocean by a promenade deck, these arent classed as obstructed view and are charged at full balcony cabin price. Id hate to be changing in the morningand someone just walks past the balcony! I assume that you are trying to manage your budget by looking for an obstructed balcony, but you may not realize that there is not that much price difference between a poor 2D deck 6obstructed balcony cabin and a wonderful unobstructed 1A deck 8 or 9 cabin on the slant of the hump with a much larger balcony. We booked in November 2008. The problem with the cabin below is that guests are able to walk on this area, so may be able to see into your cabin. I think it depends on your budget, but for us, we are OK with it. I'm assuming there is no obstruction here from what I can tell?? As a person that cannot stand at the railing and look directly down, this would not bother me at all. The view out straight is usually fine except for an occasional piece of the equipment supporting the lifeboats but that only blocks a small part of the view. We sail on October 6th - I was surprised too when I got the room reservation through - I hadn't expected to know until nearer the time -. This page shows the obstructed views for the following ships: - Celebrity Eclipse - Celebrity Equinox - Celebrity Reflection - Celebrity Silhouette - Celebrity Solstice Click on links below to view different cabins for this class of ships. Cabin Type: Concierge Class 2 . The bigger the ships get, the more difficult these deck plans are to interpret but this is where we step in to help. We went to Reykjavik six days early. Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. by chefsigi. The Obstructed View Deluxe Balcony cabin provides approximately 233 square feet of comfort, and includes all the same features of the Balcony stateroom, but have a partially or fully obstructed view from the approximately 41 square foot balcony. Sunset Veranda (balcony) cabins are with bow location. That means one upper berth. LauraS Any advice will be appreciated. So yes, youll still get to see those pearly white sands as you pull up in the Caribbean, or the glassy seas of the Norwegian Fjords, all from the comfort of your cabin. Per captains club, 2D is 50 percent obstructed, 2C is 30 percent obstructed. Weve all been there, scanning a deck plan completely bemused by its myriad of colours and complex structure. Cabin Number Inside Deluxe Inside Stateroom (10) Best bet is to check the S class sticky at the top of the Celebrity main page. We were very happy with our choice. The cabins onboard the Celebrity Silhouette range in size from 17 metres squared to 119 metres squared and are able to accommodate up to 5 guests. In this picture you see a man standing on deck 8. We originally booked a balcony guarantee, but were given the partially obstructed. I have been offered a complimentary upgrade from 2D to 1B but that would be on deck 9 and we have always had lower decks. The obstruction is due to the lifeboats, which are on Deck 5. All cabins contain a private bathroom, hairdryer, and safe. Obstructed View Veranda. 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 . We have a partially obstructed view balcony cabin booked on the Reflection for the Spring and I am hoping for the best. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Also, I noticed on the chart that it had a triangle designation. On deck 9 the 100% are cabins 9209, 9215, 9266 & 9270 while the 25% are 9207, 9211, 9264& 9268. I hope that you realize that the photo A Sixth posted is of a 2D cabin on Deck 6. 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. The ship itself was fine but I missed the grand foyer of, When we booked this cruise, we knew the Infinity had not yet been refurbished. In this picture you see a man standing on deck 10. We were allocated a 1B cabin on the hump on Deck 9 so were extremely pleased however for what we paid we would have still been happy with a 2D. We tendered into port, toured the shops, and headed back to the ship for a spa day. This is a photo of the Solstice, which is identical to the Eclipse. A cruise ship sailing without lifeboats is a definite no-no for obvious reasons and no matter how well designed a vessel is, theres still got to be room for them somewhere. A friend of mine, Vinny, actually managed to get an ocean view cabin, an obstructed view ocean view cabin, for cheaper than he would have paid for an inside cabin. Additionally, Edge has 178 connecting staterooms for families and groups. If you're concerned just close the curtains while changing. Not a big deal. 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. Advertising - Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. We know it sounds complicated, but once youve got the hang of it, it becomes easy. Cabin was not prepared at all. For more information about your privacy and protection, please review our full. Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Nicole Scherzinger has officially been named the Godmother of P&O Cruises ship Arvia. Also, there may be many more cabins available than you think if you are just looking at what is available on the X website. Contact Us - I know there isn't any obstructions for center hump balconies on Silhouette, shot below of port side hump, and the older Solstice class ships. 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 . The lifeboat only came up to the bottom level of the balcony, so while you could not look down to the water, we had an unobstructed view out. The forward slanted balconies on Deck 6 do not appear to be obstructed. Been on the Solstice class of ships at least 10 or 12 times. They may have a picture of the room. 2C and 2D. In some cases, they'll call it obstructed view if you can't look straight down over your balcony railing and see the ocean. We have 6263 on the Reflection and it is supposed to be partially obstructed. 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. It was listed as a 30% obstruction but in fact my balcony has no obstruction whatsoever. A clear view or balcony may be over budget but this is where the obstructed view cabin fits the bill perfectly. You're basically getting the same size balcony as those paying much more for the CC's, Aqua and top tier Veranda cabins. By cleobella, February 19 in Celebrity Cruises. Midship. For 2C, the top of the lifeboat comes up to the bottom of the veranda. LauraS That said, if a cabin like this is available for the price of an inside cabin, I think youd be mad not to take it. The family veranda has a similar size balcony, but I was a single traveler in my room so a. I like them all. By If youre somebody whos used to cruising in inside cabins, I know I am, having an obstructed view ocean view or a balcony is a real treat. document.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Where is the Best Cabin Location On Board a Cruise Ship? We are in 8128 (its located mid-ship) for a Med cruise on the Reflection in October which I just booked a couple days ago. In this situation, the cabin window is being used for the daylight. Ive been happy with these cabins. Whether you like a 2C cabin depends on your preference. Look at it as being a learning experience. Spending some time researching cabins has many advantages.:). Powered by Invision Community. Considering booking a cruise on the Reflection for February. 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. Note: 2C Veranda Staterooms have partially obstructed veranda views, and 2D Veranda Staterooms have obstructed veranda views. LauraS Just keep in mind that all the cabins on deck 6 in the middle of the hump on the Reflectionare adjoining and the connecting doors are located in the cabinas opposed to the other Solstice class where the connecting doors are located in the doors in the inset of the foyer double doors. The obstruction is the lifeboats on Deck 5. Started June 21, 2021, By First, the, This was our first & last cruise with Celebrity. When I was on the Solstice last Fall we were in 7134. Although we were excited, we quickly became disappointed. Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. If youre considering booking a cruise, you might be looking for a way to reduce the cost of your cabin without reducing the cabin category grade. My wife and I were on the Silhouette in an obstructed view balcony. Im looking to book one of these 1C at the far end of Deck 6. Cabins Edge Cabins Panoramic Cabins Single Cabins Verandah Click images below to zoom to larger image Cabin 6117 - Port Deck Details 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. Category 2C cabin 6157 located on the forward port side hump. " -MDR: The service was great and the food was reliably good.We had such a great experience, we booked the same cruise to Bermuda in 2023, but in a higher . This is our first balcony and I don't know if we should move. A tour of Cabin #6204 (Cat 07 obstructed balcony) on Continental deck. Yes, the ship is an older ship, however it is well maintained and to me, did not really show her age. Also is the room set much differently then non-bunk bed room on the Solstice? That's a 2D, and you can see the davits. If you don't mind the walk the location is great. Started August 27, 2021, By It is the very last cabin in the aft section of the ship. We are grateful to Celebrity for the credit, for the extensions they granted to those of us with credits, and for getting back to sailing. Speak to our Cruise Expert to find the right choice for you. Occupancy: 2 guests standard - some sleep 4. The tops of the lifeboats are level with the floor of the balcony so your view down of the water is obstructed. We like to think of it as being so posh that we have our own lifeboat. NEW VOYAGE COLLECTION We are now taking pre-registrations for Cunards new cruises from Oct 2024 May 2025 including Alaska 2024. Book Celebrity Silhouette Room 6272 on iCruise.com