Expect lots of noise?

[heyitsmejudy]

We're on the Empress deck...

Three rooms... one next to the pursers' desk (I think there is one room between our room and the desk) one down the photo gallery hall a bit and the third right by an elevator.

Anyone have experience with any of these situations and can tell me what to expect? I know, a loud day on a cruise ship is better than a quiet day at the office, but I want to make sure our "upgrade" from GTY to Empress is really an "upgrade."

[victory2020]

I've always found the Empress deck to be the noisiest, especially if you're near the action (atrium) or below DR,casino, or show room stage. When I have a choice I go with Upper.

[tkportersat]

I didn't find it to be bad at all, the only problem I had is when big groups of people congregate in the halls...and that can happen on any floor.

[jcriticl]

What ship are you referring to?

 

I'm not familiar with all the Carnival ships, but I'm looking at sailing on the Pride (Spirit class). Their Empress deck is sandwiched between 2 decks of cabins (Upper and Verandah), so I had expected it would be quieter than for instance, the forward section of the Upper deck, which is above the Taj Mahal.

[heyitsmejudy]

We're on the Sensation.

I can usually sleep through anything BUT if the elevators come to a slam and send off a loud noise every time the door opens or closes, 4 days of it might be a bit much!