A/C in Conquest cabins

[elruth]

We are sailing on the Conquest in early Sept. We have an aft balcony cabin with extended balcony. I keep reading posts that mention that the A/C in cabins on the Conquest keeps the room too warm. Has anyone sailed recently and is that still a problem? We like a cooler cabin and sure hope it isn't too warm.

[SadieN]

If your neighbors leave the doors open it will effect your A/C. So will having the curtains open.

[ready2cruzagain]

Was on the Conquest for 3 weeks and our cabin was so cold I developed a sore throat. Never had a problem with being too warm.

 

I guess if you keep your curtains opened and your balcony door open then yes, it would be warm.

Edited July 9, 2015 by ready2cruzagain

[bjd2]

Our Lido balcony cabin in April was too warm for my taste the entire week. We closed the curtains during the day to keep the sun out. We didn't complain as it was likely within the normal range, just not as cool as we are used to and prefer. If I have one that warm again I'll ask for a fan as sleeping was difficult.

[JCJR]

We were on the June 21st sailing and our cabin on 8th floor Aft was warm when we arrived. We thought once the ship got moving it will get to normal. It got better but still warm for us.We called for service and the tech came within 30min and opened the vent of the a/c wide open. A/C got better just enough for us to not complain but we had to do all the tricks everyone has been mentioning like keeping curtains closed at all times even when not in room.Also, it seemed like some days were better than others.

 

Definitely there is some sort of a/c issue. We have been on crowded ships and not have this issue.

[sc4125]

I'll be on the Conquest on Sunday. I too keep hearing about warm cabins. Although I'm normally in a balcony, this will be my first time in an interior. Do interior cabins normally stay cooler?

[Jdfireman]

It was wayyy to warm in June

[KarenMF]

I was in an interior midship cabin on the 8th floor in June and our cabin was delightful - cooler than we expected, but perfect temp!

[liberty1963]

FYI This my 9th cruise. I always bring a little fan that I clip to the counter. Never had a problem with room being too warm.

[tlw440]

Our cabin was great in May. We also had a great cruise.

[Freedom2014]

I was on last aug. cabin was always stuffy. I complained several times they couldn't move me. but my mothers cabin next door was the same. I suggest bringing a small fan.

[zippyjet]

Sailed the Conquest last September (7 thru. 14th.) I was in ocean view cabin 2263. It was mid ship. It was stuffy for my needs. I too like a cold cabin. I feel they are just trying to save energy and money. I'm all for being economical and being green but most of us have saved up for our vacations and should have a comfortable cabin. As mentioned regarding balconies, if your neighbors leave their doors open it adversly affects your A/C or lack thereof. I called maintenance and they checked it out saying it was within their range which is between 68 to 74 degrees. It was at least 74. Fine and dandy. So that's your range well then provide me with the lower end of that range say 68 to 71 and I'll be fine. Another tip or trick I learned besides making sure the vent is completely open is to block off the small vent on the lower portion of your cabin door. Air passes out through it into the hallway. I've read that by covering it up with a towell or even some paper (advertisements for chatchkies) in shops you will keep the air inside your cabin. Can't wait to try this out on my September cruise on board the Breeze. I'll share my results.:cool:

[veruca1130]

We were in a suite deck 7 forward may 31 sailing and had no problem at all, if anything it seemed to be on the cooler side at times !

[Sweet Dutch Girl]

Another tip or trick I learned besides making sure the vent is completely open is to block off the small vent on the lower portion of your cabin door. Air passes out through it into the hallway. I've read that by covering it up with a towell or even some paper (advertisements for chatchkies) in shops you will keep the air inside your cabin. Can't wait to try this out on my September cruise on board the Breeze. I'll share my results.:cool:

 

I think you may want to rethink restricting the return air flow. What is actually happening is that the cooler air from the supply vent is forcing the warm air out through the door vent and that allows the cool air to move throughout the cabin. Restrict air movement and the supply will eventually turn off and the air in the cabin will heat up again rapidly. When you cool a room what you are really doing is forcing the warm air out...that is why fans are so helpful, the more air movement the quicker the air feels cooler.

[cucruizin]

We were in the aft wrap on deck 7 in late April. Liked it so much, we've booked it again for next April!! No problems with the A/C or room temp at all.

 

happy cruising to all!!

[rooster1961]

Was on the Conquest for 3 weeks and our cabin was so cold I developed a sore throat.

 

Same here, I was in 7430 and it was actually too cold,I got sore throat as well

[south-carolinagirl]

We just got off last Sunday, the whole ship was too hot for us. Room, casino, MDR etc only place that was cool enough was the Library. We spent a lot of time in there playing cards just to be cool.

[camarowesley]

I don't think this issue is confined to the Conquest. I have complained about cabin temperatures that are way too warm for us for two years now. I finally gave up and no longer cruise Carnival because of it.

Edited August 6, 2015 by camarowesley

[BallFour4]

You asked about aft balcony temperatures on a specific ship, and the answers are everywhere.

 

Here's what you need to know. The Conquest aft balcony cabins are warm. The have more direct sunlight on the balcony, less shade on the glass and as a result they are hotter.

 

When we sailed the Conquest here from Galveston the fan was a must. Other cabins were fine, but aft cabins on the Magic and Triumph were the same.

 

Take a fan. The battery operated ones are a waste of time. We take a 10" fan on every cruise. I take a multi-plug block that gives me three plugs and the fan is on the entire time we are in the cabin.

 

Conquest class ships are our favorite, we've sailed the Glory to Canada and the eastern route from Miami. Have a great vacation!

 

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Edited August 6, 2015 by BallFour4

[NHNEV2003]

We sailed on the Conquest the last two years--late November/ early December--to the Caribbean where the weather was between 80-90 degrees each day for each trip.

 

We had the same balcony cabin, Empress deck, port side both trips.

 

We never had a problem with the a/c. As has been stated previously, keep your curtain closed during the day and that will help tremendously.

[Florings]

Obviously room temperature is subjective, depending on what you like or are used to. The best advice is to bring the small fan....VERY inexpensive and you will be glad to have it!

[TeresaJ]

We had a room on deck 6 in March and it really was too warm for our taste. A little stuffy at times. Not warm enough to complain but not the exact coolness that we like either.

[we3travelers]

We were on the Conquest in June. Balcony, Deck 7. We kept our drapes and balcony door closed. Our room was stuffy, especially at night. Not sure if neighbors were keeping doors open or if it was just not cooling. I had no complaints with temps in the rest of the ship areas.

[swscruiser]

Interior lido deck was warm for us in June

[Express Man]

Just off Conquest, Inside midship Main deck. Room temp was great..actually turned a/c down slightly as in middle of night it was chilly. Temp was fine in that cabin . Cabin 2422