Suites
Some cabins with balconies are classified as suites because they have separate sleeping and sitting areas. Suites are larger, with bigger bathrooms and tubs. A suite comes with all the amenities found in the other cabin categories, and some offer butler service. Suites come in all shapes, sizes, and locations so check your cruise ship brochures or with your travel agent.
Cabin Locations
Location is another factor in choosing a cabin and is as important as size and type. A "guarantee" cabin, means you are paying for a category rather than a specific cabin. A guarantee cabin might be less expensive than choosing a specific cabin, but it might not give you the location you desire. Be careful leaving it up to the cruise line to assign you a cabin in a given category. Do your homework before you book a "guarantee" cabin, or any cabin for that matter. Although you may be pleased with the value you get for your dollar, you might also be disappointed if your cabin is under a dance floor or on the way to the Midnight Buffet.
Lower Deck Cabins
Although the lower deck cabins are cheaper and will give you a smoother ride in rough seas, they are also the furthest from the pools and lounges. This will keep you running up and down the stairs or elevators more. However, you can save a few hundred dollars by choosing to be on a lower deck. The same applies for standard ocean view cabins, but check the size of the windows, some only have portholes. Two problems with cabins on the lower decks are engine noise and anchor noise. If your cabin is near the front of the ship, be prepared when the ship drops anchor, it can sound like the ship has run aground. Not many will sleep through this!
Midship Cabins
Midship standard cabins can be a good choice due to their central location and less motion. They are excellent for the disabled or who are prone to seasickness. The drawback to a midship cabin is that they'll have more traffic passing by. Some cruise ships charge slightly more for midship cabins. If you are considering a midship cabin, keep in mind the location of the tenders or lifeboats. They can block your view and be noisy when raised or lowered.
Bow (Forward) Cabins
You will get more wind and spray on the front. In rough seas, a bow cabin can be exciting and appeals to those who do not suffer from seasickness easily! The windows in cabins on the front are smaller and slanted or recessed, in some cases limiting the view from what you might have had on the side or rear of the ship. Cruise ships often put suites on the front of the ships to take advantage of the opportunity to provide the passengers with larger balconies.
Aft (Rear) Cabins
If a large balcony is what you want, look to the rear of the ship. These cabins provide a panoramic view of where you have sailed. Cabins in the aft of the ship have more motion than centrally located cabins, but less than those forward. One disadvantage, depending on the design of the ship, passengers in the lounges or restaurants can look down on the balconies of the aft cabins eliminating a lot of your privacy.
When planning your next or first cruise, study the layout and architecture of the ship's deck plans before selecting your cabin. Think about what aspects of the cruise are most important to you and consider the cost differential. And finally, talk to your travel agent, sometimes they have little tips that can make your voyage less stressful and more enjoyable to all.
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