With summer cruise season in full swing, thousands of holidaymakers are setting sail to explore exciting new destinations far and wide.
But while the onboard experience is packed with roaring entertainment, mouthwatering dining options and tranquil ocean views, seasoned cruisers are warning that where you sleep can make – or break – your trip.
Veteran passengers have taken to Reddit‘s popular r/Cruise forum to share their top tips on how to choose the best cabin onboard, with many offering valuable insights for first-time cruisers.
One inquisitive traveller sparked the discussion in March by asking for ‘general rules’ on booking the ideal cabin.
They wrote: ‘I know choosing middle of the ship is best to alleviate motion sickness.
‘What about deck level? how do you decide? in addition, Does lower deck also help with motion sickness? There are so many options… it requires a lot of research just to end up choosing one.’
Over 30 Redditors chimed in with practical tips and personal preferences, as well as a few cautionary tales.
The majority of respondents advised booking a cabin midship and on a lower deck.
Seasoned cruisers are warning that where you sleep onboard a ship can make – or break – your trip
The majority of respondents on Reddit advised booking a cabin midship and on a lower deck (Pictured: Luxury interior of a balcony cabin from TUI Cruises)
One person wrote, ‘Midship is best for avoiding unnecessary walking,’ while another said, ‘Lower and middle ship is better for seasickness as it is less likely to rock significantly.
However, they warned: ‘Close to the elevator and/or stairs is convenient… but potentially noisy with foot traffic.’
A third experienced cruiser agreed, writing: ‘Midship if possible. I want to be close to elevators but not close enough to where I’ll hear foot traffic from the lobby. Get a room above and below other rooms for peace and quiet.’
Meanwhile, some Redditors were divided on whether to splurge for a view or opt for a budget-friendly yet darker cabin.
One person advised: ‘You might also want to think about an ocean view cabin. You might not realise how important natural light is until you need/want it. Also, some ocean view cabins on some ships have portholes you can open for some fresh air.’
Others disagreed, as one person wrote: ‘I prefer inside cabins bc less $ (I’m there to sleep and shower only), and it’s dark and quiet to sleep in the mornings.’
Meanwhile, one cruiser urged: ‘Do not take a cabin near the bow of the ship. If the ship drops anchor early in the morning – depending on the ship – it can be quite noisy.’
Another warned: ‘Be cognizant [aware] of cabins directly below discos or buffets. The noise can get rough.
‘If you are booking a balcony and thinking of an obstructed view, do a google search on the ship and type of cabin. Some obstructed views are simply looking out over a life-raft, others are truly obstructed as to make your balcony pointless.’
Some Redditors emphasised that even the most carefully chosen cabin can surprise you, as one shared: ‘Try to book a cabin with passenger decks above and below but you never know.
‘We’ve avoided booking cabins that had elevators near them. Didn’t matter. We received a guaranteed cabin under the lido deck, the WORST possible location! Didn’t matter.
‘The cabin was under the pizza spot which was closed from 10 PM to 10 AM. Great location.’
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