Sea Princess - Interior Cabin??

[srm54]

We are considering a cruise to Alaska on Sea Princess in an interior cabin. We are a little concerned that the room seems a little small. (We have cruised Holland America and Carnival and the rooms seem to be larger.) We love the itinerary of the cruise - Alaska embarking from San Francisco, but are concerned about the room size. Also, can anyone tell us if there are any interior rooms that are better to book? We would really appreciate any help. Thanks

[RickEk]

Don't choose one of the forward-facing inside cabins on Plaza deck. We had P238 on the Dawn Princess for a (thankfully!) 2-day cruise a few years back. Shoebox does not begin to describe how small the cabin was...:p

[caribill]

We are considering a cruise to Alaska on Sea Princess in an interior cabin. We are a little concerned that the room seems a little small.We love the itinerary of the cruise - Alaska embarking from San Francisco, but are concerned about the room size.

 

In general, all Princess inside, oceanview and balcony cabins have the same square footage in the cabin itself. There are a few exceptions, but they are very few.

[juggles]

Just view it as a place to shower and a bed for the night. It doesn't have to be big, most of your time is spent out of it.

[DougH]

On this class ship for Alaska I like being very far forward on either Aloha or Baja decks for quick access to the outside forward decks. Other favorites are the obstructed views right behind the casino. This is a great location convienient to a lot of things, be sure and check deck plans as they are pretty accurate. Only a few cabins have a small obstruction so try and get one between lifeboats.

 

Also don't miss the pizzeria :)

[Treven]

As has been brought up before, you're only going to be in your cabin to shower & sleep so it doesn't have to be that big. Plus having the large mirror in the cabin will make it seem larger.

I was on the Sea Princess last May & will be on her this September 7th. Is that the sailing you're referring to, Alaska, RT out of SFO?

[Cobra427SC]

I believe a previous poster is correct: nearly all of the balcony, obstructed view and inside cabins have the same interior size. We always book inside cabins and save the dough, but there are three exceptions: 1) Antarctica

B) Traversing the entire Panama Canal/Lake Gatun and iii) Alaska. All three because of their beauty, something most ports don't have. If there's a way to afford the balcony, do it....well worth the instant and private views of the great beauty you'll sail. s

[cruisehappi]

We were on this cruise in August, with an inside cabin (R343). The cabin was smaller than Carnival, but definetely didn't feel like a shoebox to us. It was a corner cabin, so kind of more square-shaped than the traditional rectangle.

It was a fantastic cruise - great itinerary as you said. Sailing under the Golden Gate makes this one special!

[srm54]

Treven

 

Yes, I love the fact it's leaving from San Francisco. I wish more ships did. It's definitely something to think about.

 

Can I ask, what did you like the most about the ship?

[RickEk]

We were on the Sea Princess last year to Alaska from San Francisco. We really enjoy the Sun-class ships. The Horizon Court is in front of the ship with amazing views. The Atrium is beautiful and seems a bit larger than the Grand-class ships. The pizza restaurant at the top of the Atrium is very good. Try the lasagna. There are ample places to view Alaska from the decks. There's a great viewing balcony all the way at the aft end of the ship that seems to be little known. Also, the bridge wings are accessible as are forward viewing balconies on Aloha and Baja decks. The Promenade is also very wide and sheltered. You'll have a great time. Sailing under the Golden Gate was great as was sailing through Glacier Bay. Enjoy your cruise!

[melsal]

I was not the OP but thank you so much for all your reassurance on an inside cabin on the Sea Princess and the ship in general. DH and I will be sailing May 10th. We booked an inside J guarantee. No cabin assignment yet. Maybe we will get lucky and be upgraded to an OV but I'll be happy just to be on the ship:D

[Essiesmom]

From what I have read, unless you are taking kids with you, try to avoid cabins for four, with the bunks on the wall. they really take up space and you get lots of bruises getting in and out of bed. EM

[t200she]

Just returned yesterday from cruising on the Sea Princess to the Caribbean. We had an inside cabin on Plaza deck, P315, and can honestly say that it was absolutely fine.

We originally asked for the bed to be made into a double, but found that space was a little limited, so we reverted back to two singles, which gave us much more room.

A good idea.. leave the webcam (TV Channel 46) switched on overnight with the volume turned down. It doesn't disturb you sleep, but allows daylight into your cabin come morning.

If you need any further information, just let me know.

[morriscats]

We had our first inside on the Sea Princess. It was small. When the beds are together one person has to crawl to the end to get out as the edge of the bed is against the closet. We had them separate the beds and it was roomier. The vanity is next to the bathroom door so if someone is sitting there they have to get up and move the vanity stool to open the bathroom door. I would think these rooms are for people who just sleep, shower and go. DH and I loved to spend time in our room and balcony so will probably not do an inside again. We want to sail to Alaska from S.F. and will probably sail Sea again - no complaints on the ship.

[recyclelady]

We have been in every category of cabin from an inside to a minisuite. Alaska is one place I would spring for the balcony. There is so much beautiful scenery. When you are near the glaciers, however, it can be cold. It is nice to be on your old balcony and duck back into your room to warm up.

 

When we were in Alaska, we tried being out on the main deck, but we didn't last too long there. We were happy to have our own balcony for this very reason.

[sassyredhat]

We are considering a cruise to Alaska on Sea Princess

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I was on the Sea Princess last May & will be on her this September 7th. Is that the sailing you're referring to, Alaska, RT out of SFO?

 

Yes, join us on Sept. 7th. We have a small roll call going, but with people from several countries.

It will be our first Princess cruise, but our second one to Alaska. We are on Baja deck, by the aft lifts.

Pat

[melsal]

We have been in every category of cabin from an inside to a minisuite. Alaska is one place I would spring for the balcony. There is so much beautiful scenery. When you are near the glaciers, however, it can be cold. It is nice to be on your old balcony and duck back into your room to warm up.

 

When we were in Alaska, we tried being out on the main deck, but we didn't last too long there. We were happy to have our own balcony for this very reason.

 

I agree I would rather have a balcony as we did on our first trip to Alaska. However, the choice was an inside cabin or stay home. I picked cruising in an inside over staying home. The siblings split the cost of a balcony for my in-laws. I know the Sea Princess balconies are small so the only day we will may crowd is while cruisingTracy Arm as we are not going to Glacier Bay.

[RickEk]

On our cruise on the Sea Princess, we had an oceanview cabin on Emerald deck. If we were in the cabin and saw something spectacular, it was a quick run up the nearby staircase to the Promenade deck... we used that as our balcony. :)

[Floflegs]

Our DD got married on the Sea Princess and we had 2 inside cabins. Ours was slightly smaller than hers. If you look at the deck plans you will see those on the upper decks have cut in sections at the door which cuts a bit of space. Go for one that is a rectangle and you will have a little more space. Having an inside cabin makes for more money to spend elsewhere!

[STEVENJAN]

Thank you srm54. Even though we are booked I have been having some of these same questions travel through my mind. It has been awhile since we cruised the Dawn Princess.

That was our 1st 7 day cruise. It was also our 30th Aniversary. Of course it was good.

One tends to block out the bad. As I recall the cabins are smaller but not as small as the Monarch of the Sea. We loved our first cruises anyway. Holland America and Carnival are some of the larger cabins but I don't think we'll miss them.

I love the idea of going out of S.F. It is a 6 hour drive for us and that is ok. We'll go up on Saturday.

[srm54]

Stevenjan

 

I also love the idea of driving instead of having to fly. I live in Menifee (Riverside County) so that is totally doable. Now I just have to convince my husband that it's okay to have a smaller cabin. He's gotten spoiled by Holland America and Carnival cabin sizes.

[STEVENJAN]

Those cabins are especially nice. I agree.

I just don't think we'll be in the cabin that much.

Frankly, I am always astounded by how much they put into such a small space.

It is incredible engineering. I have owned tents that are bigger than some of these cabins.

As long as there is a good, sheltered observation area on board we are usually happy.

We tend to rise early and go to the observation deck anyway.

Coffee and snacks on the upper deck is a good way to wake up.

Of course there is always "second Breakfast".