Shower Question

[Italy52]

We will be cruising with Princess and understand that there will be fixed shower heads in the cabin. Can anyone tell me the approximate height of the shower head? Really do enjoy the adjustable shower heads on other lines --- surprised to see that Princess has fixed units.

[Colo Cruiser]

We will be cruising with Princess and understand that there will be fixed shower heads in the cabin. Can anyone tell me the approximate height of the shower head? Really do enjoy the adjustable shower heads on other lines --- surprised to see that Princess has fixed units.

 

 

What cabin type?

 

I would say probably around 5'10". Swivel, adjustable spray.

Edited March 25, 2015 by Colo Cruiser

[drgrinch]

In the owner's suite (Sapphire Princess) it is mounted relatively low - the shower stall itself is small as well. This makes taking a shower relatively difficult as I kept banging the door open every time I tried to turn or move my arms. The shower drain is also small with a poor slope to the floor so that the shower drains poorly.

 

On the upside, suites come with a nice whirlpool tub!

Edited March 25, 2015 by drgrinch

[Italy52]

Sorry, forgot to mention cabins for two cruises: One will be a balcony and one will be an inside cabin.

[VibeGuy]

With the swivel, it must be a little taller than 5'10" at the point where the water exits, or can at least be made so. I'm 6'1" and I'm not stopping to shower.

[pusywillow]

You can also use the showers in the spa where you will have more room.

[Italy52]

Thanks for all the responses, I appreciate them. My main concern is that I am a short person (5ft 1 in.) and taller showers are often a problem for me when it comes to washing my hair and keeping water out of my ears (ear plugs don't seem to help). Oh well, looks like I will just have to adjust if I want to sail with Princess. :)

[Northender]

In the owner's suite (Sapphire Princess) it is mounted relatively low - the shower stall itself is small as well. This makes taking a shower relatively difficult as I kept banging the door open every time I tried to turn or move my arms. The shower drain is also small with a poor slope to the floor so that the shower drains poorly.

 

On the upside, suites come with a nice whirlpool tub!

 

I agree. I find this problem with all the showers in balcony type cabins.

I usually use put the floor towel right up against the outside of the shower to keep the floor from getting wet and slippery. It does help a little.

 

OP - I can't help with the height issue as we both are short enough to not have a problem. Yes you can swivel the heads. I do that to keep it away from the curtain. Another help in not getting a soaked floor.;)

[Pam in CA]

The Royal and Regal have adjustable/hand-held shower heads. On other ships, the shower head can be swiveled from side to side and up and down so it's pretty adjustable. Never had a problem with the shower stalls or shower head.

[Jasperdo]

Here are a couple of photos to give you a general idea of the Princess showers.

 

 

[cb at sea]

To the OP...I get your pain...I can't use a fixed shower head to wash my hair, either!!!!

[Darcy15]

Thanks for all the responses, I appreciate them. My main concern is that I am a short person (5ft 1 in.) and taller showers are often a problem for me when it comes to washing my hair and keeping water out of my ears (ear plugs don't seem to help). Oh well, looks like I will just have to adjust if I want to sail with Princess. :)

 

You're the tall one ;)

 

....I'm 4' 11' :D

 

I manage just fine in the shower - including washing my long hair :)

[cruiser113]

the shower head spray is also adjustable to made the water soft like a rain forest one or turn it to make it a stronger stream, maybe that will help get the soap out

[shipsealand]

Important to make sure the shower curtain is completely inside the shower, especially the bottom edging. Then to not point the shower head towards the curtain. If not done, the floor will get very wet.

[Italy52]

Well, since the shower head is fixed, the situation is what it is and can't be undone --- nor, can I grow taller to make things work in my favor. :) Come December and next June (our two Princess cruises) we'll see if things work out or not. If it doesn't and turns out to be too much of a hassle, I guess it's back to the other cruise lines for me.

 

Thanks again all for your input, I appreciate all your posts.

Edited March 25, 2015 by Italy52

[andyc222]

We had inside cabin on Regal and that was the smallest bathroom we have ever had. A bigger person would have a really hard time. Shower head could be hand held.

[RickEk]

shhhhhh... You can request a handheld shower head by emailing accessoffice@princesscruises.com. I do this all the time. But, be aware, you may just get that... a handheld shower head that isn't mounted on the wall. On Star Princess, it was just dangling. On Crown Princess, there was a mount. Didn't matter to me, I made it work on Star.

[ar1950]

We had inside cabin on Regal and that was the smallest bathroom we have ever had. A bigger person would have a really hard time. Shower head could be hand held.

 

And the funny thing is that the showers on the Regal are actually bigger than on the Grand class ships. I don't know how a lot of the "larger" passengers manage with those showers......:cool:. They can't all be in mini-suites or full suites.

[MicCanberra]

I normally have issues getting under the rose as I am tall, never thought it may be an issue for shorter people as well. live and learn.:D

[Italy52]

shhhhhh... You can request a handheld shower head by emailing accessoffice@princesscruises.com. I do this all the time. But, be aware, you may just get that... a handheld shower head that isn't mounted on the wall. On Star Princess, it was just dangling. On Crown Princess, there was a mount. Didn't matter to me, I made it work on Star.

 

Thanks for the tip, I appreciate it very much.

[Hoosier-Cruiser]

At 6'5", I find myself bending into a reverse "C" to wash my hair in the Princess showers. I don't mind though, I get my weekly spine adjustment without having to go to the chiropractor.

[pusywillow]

And the funny thing is that the showers on the Regal are actually bigger than on the Grand class ships. I don't know how a lot of the "larger" passengers manage with those showers......:cool:. They can't all be in mini-suites or full suites.

 

I'm a larger person and I have sailed on two Grand class ships and never had a problem with the showers.

[pusywillow]

Thanks for all the responses, I appreciate them. My main concern is that I am a short person (5ft 1 in.) and taller showers are often a problem for me when it comes to washing my hair and keeping water out of my ears (ear plugs don't seem to help). Oh well, looks like I will just have to adjust if I want to sail with Princess. :)

 

Did you try lamb's wool in your ears? That is what my mom's doctor suggested and it worked for her ear problems.

 

Sue

[Timbles]

OP's shows the Regal as their Princess cruise. The shower heads on the Regal are not as pictured in this thread they are much more accomodating for height and as Pam stated can be hand held. No need to request anything special.

[Italy52]

OP's shows the Regal as their Princess cruise. The shower heads on the Regal are not as pictured in this thread they are much more accomodating for height and as Pam stated can be hand held. No need to request anything special.

 

I am also on a B2B on the Star to Alaska and I believe that is a fixed shower head.