Quebec_cruiser Posted March 12, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Hello! I am a new cruiser considering a HAL Med cruise in July 2019 (12 days from Rome to Greek Islands). I am a long time lurker on theses boards and now decided to jump in :-) We are a family of four (DH and I, two teens that will be 12 and 14 years old at the time of cruising). I am interested in either a Verandah Stateroom or a Vista Suite. I am looking for information regarding bedding layout of those two staterooms. I understand that in quad verandah staterooms (marked with a square in deck plans), the pullman bed is located on top of the main bed. Is that right? That seems strange (and unpractical) to me. I would rather have it on top of the sofa bed (one kid in each). Can anyone confirm me it is the case? What about the Vista layout? Would it be the same bed arrangement even if the main bed in closer to the balcony? Thanks in advance for your help! Anabelle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hflors Posted March 12, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 12, 2018 It is correct for the vista stateroom. And when the bed is pulled out from the couch the room is totally filled with "beds" I tried to upload a pic, but I can't get it to upload. We were 4 sisters who have done one room before and had a ball. After this time we decided to get two connecting staterooms as the cabins on Koningsdam are just too small for 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted March 12, 2018 #3 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Hal prefers to place a storage bin above the couch, no matter where it is placed. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 12, 2018 Author #4 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Thanks to you both! So, if I understand, in either rooms, the upper bed will be on top of the main bed. But the Vista will be roomier. Indeed, other cruise lines have better sleeping arrangement for four people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OlsSalt Posted March 12, 2018 #5 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Thanks to you both! So, if I understand, in either rooms, the upper bed will be on top of the main bed. But the Vista will be roomier. Indeed, other cruise lines have better sleeping arrangement for four people! Your better choice obviously is to choose those other cruise lines that suit your needs for four people in a single cabin better. HAL does not really accommodate or market to large family cabin passengers, nor provide the depth of activities for family cruising the same way other ships can offer. Consequently their four person bed cabin options will reflect this, mainly because of their rare use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 12, 2018 Author #6 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Your better choice obviously is to choose those other cruise lines that suit your needs for four people in a single cabin better. HAL does not really accommodate or market to large family cabin passengers, nor provide the depth of activities for family cruising the same way other ships can offer. Consequently their four person bed cabin options will reflect this, mainly because of their rare use. You are absolutely right! I considered this cruise line mainly for the itinerary, the food quality and the generally more upscale feeling. My teens and I are more into reading, museums, enrichment activities, etc. than waterslides and karting! :-) For this trip, we see the ship mostly as a floating hotel and do not need a lot of entertainment. But I understand we are not a perfect fit with this cruise line market. Thanks for your input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenp123 Posted March 12, 2018 #7 Share Posted March 12, 2018 I think the koningsdam has a family Ocean view suite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OVgirl Posted March 12, 2018 #8 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Don't know anything about the price difference, but instead of a suite, maybe look at 2 connecting veranda cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 12, 2018 Author #9 Share Posted March 12, 2018 I think the koningsdam has a family Ocean view suite Absolutely! I wanted a verandah, but I think it's a good option for families, perhaps showing HAL intends to go more towards this clientele for his future ships. Regarding the two staterooms option: it was more expensive of course, so I finally chose the Vista Suite. I think it's a good compromise. Thanks everyone for your kind help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ine Posted March 13, 2018 #10 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Absolutely! I wanted a verandah, but I think it's a good option for families, perhaps showing HAL intends to go more towards this clientele for his future ships. Regarding the two staterooms option: it was more expensive of course, so I finally chose the Vista Suite. I think it's a good compromise. Thanks everyone for your kind help! We sailed in a Vista suite, but there isnot that much more room then in a regular cabin with balcony. We donot understand why it is called a suite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 13, 2018 Author #11 Share Posted March 13, 2018 We sailed in a Vista suite, but there isnot that much more room then in a regular cabin with balcony. We donot understand why it is called a suite. Thanks! With four people, I figured even a few inches more could’nt hurt! The only drawback is we have the same daily charges as a real suite. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted March 13, 2018 #12 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I recently saw a YouTube video where the parents had an aft suite with a connecting door to an Inside cabin for the kids. Perhaps that might work for you? I would hate to see you choose another line over HAL because it seems you are well suited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted March 13, 2018 #13 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I just found it again. Google Eurodam Neptune Suite 8162 on YouTube. Perhaps there are similar layouts on the Koningsdam? Oh! I just noticed you booked a Vista Suite. Never mind! I haven't had my coffee yet. lol. The Koningsdam is a beautiful ship. I know you will enjoy your cruise on her. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 13, 2018 Author #14 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I recently saw a YouTube video where the parents had an aft suite with a connecting door to an Inside cabin for the kids. Perhaps that might work for you? I would hate to see you choose another line over HAL because it seems you are well suited. I will check that out, thanks! I do think HAL would be a great fit for us and we are willing to squeeze in a little bit! This is a very port intensive itinerary, so I don’t expect to be in the room that much anyway. Thanks again to all for your help! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted March 13, 2018 #15 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I just found it again. Google Eurodam Neptune Suite 8162 on YouTube. Perhaps there are similar layouts on the Koningsdam? Oh! I just noticed you booked a Vista Suite. Never mind! I haven't had my coffee yet. lol. The Koningsdam is a beautiful ship. I know you will enjoy your cruise on her. :) Sorry, Quebec Cruiser. Bringing this back because I notice we posted at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holacanada Posted March 13, 2018 #16 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Salut Quebec Cruiser ! Avez-vous pensé à vous louer deux cabines (côte-à-côte) ? Ça pourrait être une bonne option. Holacanada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 13, 2018 Author #17 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Salut Quebec Cruiser ! Avez-vous pensé à vous louer deux cabines (côte-à-côte) ? Ça pourrait être une bonne option. Holacanada Bonjour! J'y ai pensé, mais c'est plus de 1000$ de plus. Nous sommes déjà à la limite de notre budget. Merci! (Sorry for the French hidjack! He suggested I get two connecting cabins, which is a good idea, just a bit too expensive for us!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 13, 2018 Author #18 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Sorry, Quebec Cruiser. Bringing this back because I notice we posted at the same time. Thanks! Very much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CI66774 Posted March 14, 2018 #19 Share Posted March 14, 2018 Your better choice obviously is to choose those other cruise lines that suit your needs for four people in a single cabin better. HAL does not really accommodate or market to large family cabin passengers, nor provide the depth of activities for family cruising the same way other ships can offer. Consequently their four person bed cabin options will reflect this, mainly because of their rare use. Don't get your post at all. Not helpful to the OP and sounds snarky. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alwaysfrantic Posted March 14, 2018 #20 Share Posted March 14, 2018 Your better choice obviously is to choose those other cruise lines that suit your needs for four people in a single cabin better. HAL does not really accommodate or market to large family cabin passengers, nor provide the depth of activities for family cruising the same way other ships can offer. Consequently their four person bed cabin options will reflect this, mainly because of their rare use. It’s no harder to put that berth above the sofa, essentially creating a set of bunks, than to put it above the queen. I’ve often wondered why any line would do that. It makes no sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quebec_cruiser Posted March 23, 2018 Author #21 Share Posted March 23, 2018 It’s no harder to put that berth above the sofa, essentially creating a set of bunks, than to put it above the queen. I’ve often wondered why any line would do that. It makes no sense. Exactly! Anyway, for those interested in that topic, I found this YouTube video that shows really well the setup for quad in a Vista Suite when all the beds (including the upper and the sofa) are open (beginning around 8min 34 sec): 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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