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. This FREE guide shows you everything you need to know to find your perfect cruise line. I actually don't mind saving with an inside cabin, but since COVID hubby will only consider a balcony! We were pleasantly surprised by the elegance of the ship, the above average food offerings, the 5 star service, the cleanliness, the amazing crew, I could go one. swimming with spaniels, August 18, 2013 in Celebrity Cruises. Whether you like a 2C cabin depends on your preference. They all have cruise stories and they are all willing to pass on their advice BUT weigh up your options. CC Help Jenn Sail date: Apr 16, 2022 / Traveled as: Family (young children) Ship: Celebrity Apex / Destination: Caribbean - Western. I think the location and the reduced cost are the big pluses for these cabins and they are worth consideration. Little did we know this itinerary was the inaugural cruise for Celebrity's to visit Greenland. We are looking at a cruise on the Equinox in an obstructed view balcony. Photos of the ship don't appear to show any obstructions, but does anybody know if that's really true? We did our first Celebrity trip on Eclipse in July and booked a guarantee balcony. And he was dead on correct. CC Help Jenn When we hear the term obstructed view, it conjures up all sorts of images. You will have to scroll down past the top to mid page, select the cruise line then ship, then floor. :eek: Or is just one of those pop down from the ceiling bunk beds that you don't see unless you use it? The obstruction was an overhang/decking that jetted out from Deck 6 about 12-15 feet from the edge of our 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. Remember were always on hand to help out with any questions you have. It is the very last cabin in the aft section of the ship. Your email address will not be published. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By I will surely take this into consideration. We were very happy with our choice. It can be tricky to find the right obstructed view cabin. By Thanks Bob! 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. The tops of the lifeboats are level with the floor of the balcony so your view down of the water is obstructed. It was listed as a 30% obstruction but in fact my balcony has no obstruction whatsoever. Started August 27, 2021, By Even if you have a full lifeboat that covers the entire window, you dont have to worry about waking up in the dark. Thank you, everyone. The luxury, As the countdown continues to the naming ceremony of the brand-new P&O Cruises ship Arvia, details of the star-studded event have begun to emerge. For that cabin it wasn't a lifeboat but roof of the Blu's dining room as you mentioned. Currently at Cruise Critic. 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. graham2213. According to Celebrity Edge reviews, balcony cabins can be hit or miss with expansive or obstructed views. Had a message this morning to say we have a 2A midship deck 7 - :), That's great! Sunset Veranda (balcony) cabins are with bow location. 8128 is not in a midship position but rather to the front of the ship: That might mean a bit more motion but in any case a free view - no life boat in sight! Then I watch pricing and many times get a 1A and sometimes even a concierge cabin on one of the high decks mid ship with huge slanted balcony with no increase in price. Started August 27, 2021, By On deck 9 the 100% are cabins 9209, 9215, 9266 & 9270 while the 25% are 9207, 9211, 9264 & 9268. By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics, Some stunning scenery with impractical cabin features. 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. The view from 6192 was scary. :eek: Or is just one of those pop down from the ceiling bunk beds that you don't see unless you use it? We were able to upgrade, but would book either cabin again without a problem. NEW VOYAGE COLLECTION We are now taking pre-registrations for Cunards new cruises from Oct 2024 May 2025 including Alaska 2024. IMPORTANT: Celebrity Cruises charges USD 3,95 for late-night room service orders (between 11 pm and 6 am). Any advice will be appreciated. First Time With Celebrity, but Won't Be Our Last! Average Balcony Size - 0 m2. We felt it was time to experience the Celebrity difference. Per captains club, 2D is 50 percent obstructed, 2C is 30 percent obstructed. Started June 21, 2021, By 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. Sink stopper didn't work, AC didn't work (electrician had to come), no ticket in laundry bag, no, OK, I have read the previous reviews and yes this is a smaller, older ship that needs (and is scheduled for in 2024) refurbishment. When it comes to obstructed cabins, the cheapest cabin you can get is an obstructed ocean view, and these are usually the same price as an inside cabin. 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. On the edge of the hump. Some are great bargains and are booked as soon as the itinerary is published. 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. They are found in a particular area of a ship and this means that some cabins views will be blocked. This is an extra service charge implemented fleetwide (including on the Solstice ship). I did some research prior to booking this cabin and even after paying the single supplement the price was too good to pass up. We know it sounds complicated, but once youve got the hang of it, it becomes easy. Does that mean we will be in bunk beds? some of the cabins are between 2 life boats. If you're concerned just close the curtains while changing. Personally I'd move to a higher deck. Everyone has their own preferences, wants and needs that may not be what you want. 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. Started June 21, 2021, By Its just my wife and I. I, too, am "concerned" as we are in cabin 6210 and that is considered an "angled" hump balcony. Which 1C have the larger balconies? 2C on deck 6 has haveminimal obstruction. Speak to our Cruise Expert to find the right choice for you. You will also find that some cruise ships have obstructed view staterooms where the obstruction is not caused by safety equipment, but by the design of the ship itself. 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. 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. But, that's just me. However owing to the reasonably expensive cost to upgrade we are staying put. Somehow we missed that it was going to be partially obstructed. Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. LauraS When I was on the Solstice last Fall we were in 7134. What is your experience with the bunk bed rooms on the Reflection? Started June 21, 2021, By Scheduled, Princess Cruises has announced a whole season of itineraries across Japan in 2024, including the arrival of the first Royal Class ship to sail in, Brand-new luxury cruise line Explora Journeys has revealed details of just some of the shore experiences that will be available on its first ship, EXPLORA, Click the live chat icon to speak with an agent today. Cabin was not prepared at all. Any help will be appreciated. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Could you tell me if 6251 was a 2d(obstructed) or a 2c (Partially obstructed)? Have seen on line that some of the balcony cabins have obstructed and partially obstructed views. By Wondering if anyone has been in one of these and how obstructed they are. At one point in time the private bar advised me that area where this water was stored was closed. You can't see straight down to the water, if that's important to you, but you can easily look out. I am specifically interested in deck 6 on the Reflection but I assume all Solstice Class ships have the same design on deck 6. You got a great location at a great price. 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. We also contracted covid halfway through, Many of the musical events were way too load. Thanks Bob! [], MSC Virtuosa Cabin Guide (Honest Reviews and Cabins to Avoid) Emma Cruises. There were many expensive stores but no place to buy necessities like ibuprofen, toothpaste, sunscreen etc. Are you someone who likes to relax in your room and enjoy your own personal space? Powered by Invision Community. Additionally, Edge has 178 connecting staterooms for families and groups. This sailing had us questioning if wed ever come back to Celebrity due to the lackluster service, dining procedure, multiple drink options unavailable, and a nickel and diming attitude I thought was for other cruise lines. When I sailed on the Solstice last October, we had a very nice room with a couch and a queen size bed. In this picture you see a man standing on deck 10. We. 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. 1B and liked it very much. 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. Ever wondered how the mainstream cruise lines compare? This is our first balcony and I don't know if we should move. Cabin # 6272 is a Category 2C - Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom with Veranda (Obstructed View) on Deck 6. Cabin 6143 was very nice and had a spacious inside compared to other rooms. This is the view we had on our 2C balcony. We are booked on Reflection #6220, in the middle ofthe hump. Floor plan. EM. 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. On 1/26/2021 at 4:58 PM, koolforkatz said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Obstructed Balcony Cabins on Solstice Class. We missed the seeing Scottish bagpipe sendoff out of Invergordon, though we did hear them! I will surely take this into consideration. Thanks for the pic - did you feel your view was obstructed - or was it not a problem? After registering, I can manage my newsletter subscriptions by visiting my Profile Settings page. Considering booking a cruise on the Reflection for February. Photos of the ship don't appear to show any obstructions, but does anybody know if that's really true? 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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. If it's a 2C you'll be looking across to top of a lifeboat (you can't look straight down). ft.; Balcony: 54 sq. For 2C, the top of the lifeboat comes up to the bottom of the veranda. Minor "obstructions" in your view from the cabin would be the very least of your problems, since I, personally wouldn't mind seeing the view of the ocean from the deck with the wind sweeping away. Posting again. The deck 6 aft location is really convenient - one or two decks down to bars, restaurants, casino. It is on X's website, as copied below, that all the 2C cabins has a partially obstructed balcony. For a lot of cabins, youll find photos from other cruisers. Privacy Statement - 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. It is on X's website, as copied below, that all the 2C cabins has a partially obstructed balcony. CC Help Jenn Unfortunately our itinerary changed greatly due to Hurricane Fiona which we understood and has little bearing on this review.