Some lines, such as Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line, offer a huge range of room options, from tiny, windowless 'inside' cabins to palatial suites, in all sorts of locations on their vessels. Other vessels, such as most of the ocean ships operated by luxury lines Seabourn, Silversea Cruises and Scenic Luxury Cruises, have cabins clustered at their fronts with public areas at their backs.Ĭruise cabins also come in all shapes and sizes and with a variety of amenities and benefits. Some cruise vessels - particularly river ships - have cabins clustered at their backs with public areas at their fronts. On a typical cruise ship, cabins are spread out all over the place - high and low, and to the front, middle and back. But another passenger on the same ship who cares more about the view might be happiest with a completely different spot.įor more cruise guides, news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG's cruise newsletter. The ideal cabin for a light sleeper on a particular ship, for instance, might be a room tucked away in the quietest corner of the vessel. On any given cruise vessel, the best cabin location for one person might not be the best choice for another. What is the best location for a cabin on a cruise ship?Īs a cruise writer for more than 20 years, I've heard that question a lot, and it's not an easy one to answer.
