Cruise Novice Seeking Stateroom Selection Help

[Reggiefan]

I have never sailed before so I welcome any suggestions on stateroom selection that can be offered. Also, the cruise under consideration is on the Marina, and I do understand that this is a new ship.

 

My questions:

 

1. As far as noise, is a stateroom by a stairwell or elevators a concern?

 

2. Does location on a particular level really matter as far as boat movement?

 

3. Any other tips on stateroom selection?

 

Thanks in advance for any help offered.

[Druke I]

I think it handy to be near an elevator or stairwell. Noise has not been a problem to us.

 

Midships certainly minimizes pitching motion, and lower decks help in reducing roll. (Think of teeter-totters for pitch, and metronomes for roll.)

 

A cabin that has cabins both above and below generally are quieter than those under the pool deck or over a show lounge.

 

Cabins close to the bow may be noisy due to anchor chainways and bow-thrusters (which may cause vibration).

 

Cabins close to the stern may have vibration due to propellor cavitation and stern thrusters.

[Andee]

I agree with everything Druke said.