HMC Cabana Question

There are going to be 6 of us, 4 adults and 2 teenagers. Is that going to be too cramped in a Cabana? Should we shell out a little more money for one of the villas?

 

Thanks for your help!

A Villa is DEFINITELY the way to go! I love them!

You should be fine, to be sure the kids will hit the waves giving you more room.

Everyone is different. If everyone is at the cabana then I think it would be too small, you would want a villa. On the other hand though, everyone will likely be spending the day in the water so the cabana may be empty all day.

They provide more than enough food and drinks for 6 people. Unless everyone wants to stay in the cabana (not in the sun and water), there's room for all, as well. The only time we all hang out in the structure itself is at lunchtime. Even then, some may prefer to eat on the loungers or steps to the cabana.

How much time will the teens be inside the Cabana? I would think not much, hence there will be plenty of room. The price jump from cabana to villa is quite a bit, I would not do it just for the extra room with 6 people. If you want the extra amenities offered, then it may be worth it.

While the price jump may seem a little steep, in reality it is only $180 more (based on what I paid) and it was totally worth it to our group for the private bathroom and larger space. Granted, we are a larger group (10 of us), but 4 of them are young adults and 2 are teens, so I expect they'll be gone most of the time. I just wanted the extra space, hot tub and private facilities for the adults :)

The teens will likely be out and about and not hanging in the cabana....should be plenty of room.

We had 5 adults with our cabana and it was fine. I think I was the only one to hang around in there, unless we were snacking, but there was still plenty of space.

Technically the cabanas are up to 4 people, so only 4 people in your party will get tickets that will get them on the first tender. If that matters to you, go with the villa option.

 

 

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Technically the cabanas are up to 4 people, so only 4 people in your party will get tickets that will get them on the first tender. If that matters to you, go with the villa option.

 

 

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Unless you have FTTF which we did and were all able to get off the ship first thing.

Thanks for all the input. I agree. The kids will be out and about (and even some of the adults) so it should be ok space wise. Good to hear about the food and drinks being plentiful, which is really one of the more important parts.

 

DW and I have FTTF so no worries about getting to the island early.

 

Looks like we are keeping the cabana.

 

Thanks again!!

Thanks for all the input. I agree. The kids will be out and about (and even some of the adults) so it should be ok space wise. Good to hear about the food and drinks being plentiful, which is really one of the more important parts.

 

DW and I have FTTF so no worries about getting to the island early.

 

Looks like we are keeping the cabana.

 

Thanks again!!

The food and drinks that they put in your cabana is fruit and chips and dip, you will still need to go to the BBQ hut for your lunch food. They will give you bottles of water and soda too, you get to pick that when you choose what color cabana you want at Shore Excursions Desk (do that on embarkation day). There are 4 chairs and 2 loungers with comfy pads and in front is more lounge chairs.

 

 

If this is the spread they put out for the Cabana, I'm really excited to see what we'll get in the villa :)

If this is the spread they put out for the Cabana, I'm really excited to see what we'll get in the villa :)

 

 

The villa literally gets the same thing the cabana gets, food wise.

 

The villa has a hot tub, and more room.

If this is the spread they put out for the Cabana, I'm really excited to see what we'll get in the villa :)

The Villa is similar with more drinks because it holds more people. However, it's not the food that makes it for me, it's the private bathroom, hot tub, 2 levels with lounge chairs, and being able to have everyone inside comfortably without sitting on top of each other if they want to take a break from the sun or if it starts raining. Actually, even if it were only 4 of us I would choose a Villa over a Cabana without batting an eyelash. It's that good!

I guess I didn’t get a pic of the kitchen area upstairs, just the table and chairs [emoji853]

 

Couple more pics

Love these pics! Hard to tell how far from the "beach" you are. We are traveling with 2 boys, 4 and 8 at the time and want to be super close to the water, well as close as we can. I currently have a cabana, but thinking a villa may be a nice upgrade. Thoughts? TIA

Love these pics! Hard to tell how far from the "beach" you are. We are traveling with 2 boys, 4 and 8 at the time and want to be super close to the water, well as close as we can. I currently have a cabana, but thinking a villa may be a nice upgrade. Thoughts? TIA

 

The beach is right there outside your door, it’s just a short walk to the water. I think you would really enjoy the space and bathroom of the Villa. I was with a couple that had 2 small kids and the bathroom was great for them. I also enjoyed being able to rinse off before getting back on the ship and not having to use the public toilet.

 

Here are some more pics from the Villa.

thank you! SOLD! I think for the extra money, why not? Is there more than 1? If so, do we choose when boarding at guest services? Thanks again!

thank you! SOLD! I think for the extra money, why not? Is there more than 1? If so, do we choose when boarding at guest services? Thanks again!

 

You’re welcome! Always glad to help! There are 5 Villas. We had the last one - “E” which is farthest away, but also the least crowded. It truly was heaven. You need to go to the Shore Excursion Desk ASAP upon boarding and select your Villa. It’s first come first served for selection. They will take your order for kinds of soda you want as well as sizes of fins.

You’re welcome! Always glad to help! There are 5 Villas. We had the last one - “E” which is farthest away, but also the least crowded. It truly was heaven. You need to go to the Shore Excursion Desk ASAP upon boarding and select your Villa. It’s first come first served for selection. They will take your order for kinds of soda you want as well as sizes of fins.

 

 

Thank you again. I am platinum, so I will get there ASAP! i am good being in the "crowd" as long as we are close to the water. It won't be as heavenly, but we have kids. I am hoping they will love the hot tub too they won't be in the sun the WHOLE day! one more question, do they bring your lunch or do you walk to get it? thanks again. i appreciate your help and sorry for the hijack!

Thank you again. I am platinum, so I will get there ASAP! i am good being in the "crowd" as long as we are close to the water. It won't be as heavenly, but we have kids. I am hoping they will love the hot tub too they won't be in the sun the WHOLE day! one more question, do they bring your lunch or do you walk to get it? thanks again. i appreciate your help and sorry for the hijack!

 

You get the chips, fruit, vegetables, soda, and water delivered but you still go to the lunch buffet yourself. Have a great time!

You get the chips, fruit, vegetables, soda, and water delivered but you still go to the lunch buffet yourself. Have a great time!

 

 

Cabana cancelled and Villa booked. Thanks again. I cannot wait!