Sassaroli Posted October 27, 2007 #1 Share Posted October 27, 2007 I'm undecided between two ship anche two categories of suite. Each suite have the same price and there is similiar for largeness. But the perks are different.. Century Suite: Stateroom: 190 sq. ft. Veranda: 38 sq. ft. And there are the perks... 24-hour European butler service Priority check-in and departing Priority luggage delivery at boarding Welcome champagne Dining room seating preference Personalized stationery Celebrity tote bag 100% cotton oversized bath towels Complimentary use of bathrobes Private portrait sitting Opportunity to book in-suite massage Complimentary espresso & cappuccino Verandah Suite aboard Rotterdam... 292 sq. ft. with verandah. And this is the perks.. Personalized cruise stationary Elegant bathrobe for use on your cruise Fresh flowers and fruit assortment Oversized bath towels A selection of pillows (firm, medium and soft) are presented on each bed for the guests' enjoyment. Luxurious beds featuring Sealy® Premium Euro-Top mattresses and finely woven cotton linens A no-host mini-bar for easy entertaining in your suite DVD or VCR player and the use of an extensive DVD or VHS tape library 24-HOUR TELEPHONE CONCIERGE - Service available via special dedicated "At Your Service" telephone line The first different is the Century suite have the butler but don't have the whirpool tub... I'm very undecided... Thanks for your answers and sorry for my english. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinelsewhere Posted October 27, 2007 #2 Share Posted October 27, 2007 We were in Century Suite 1141. The size of the room was lovely and the balcony was far larger than stated. There were 2 chairs and a small table under an overhang (probably the 38sq ft they are talking about) and the another 6-7 feet of space that had 2 loungers. When on the exposed part of the balcony you are in full view of the people at the sunset bar. The aft cabin was beautiful for cruising but had a few downfalls......we were directly below the sunset bar which was very convenient to exit cabin, turn corner, go upstairs and be there. However, it was also quite loud in the morning when staff and guests would drag the chairs around, when they cleaned the deck up there you know where the water went....yes, my balcony, and the vibration when docking would literally shake you out of bed (it only lasted a couple of minutes). Our butler brought us fresh fruit daily, the beds were new and very comfortable and I asked for different pillows and it was accomodated immediately. We had a great time on Century, but alas, I cannot compare to Rotterdam. Would I sail in a Century suite again?....perhaps, but I prefer the CC on M class ships (especially 6136 and such with the large balconies). Have a great cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sassaroli Posted October 28, 2007 Author #3 Share Posted October 28, 2007 We were in Century Suite 1141. The size of the room was lovely and the balcony was far larger than stated. There were 2 chairs and a small table under an overhang (probably the 38sq ft they are talking about) and the another 6-7 feet of space that had 2 loungers. When on the exposed part of the balcony you are in full view of the people at the sunset bar. The aft cabin was beautiful for cruising but had a few downfalls......we were directly below the sunset bar which was very convenient to exit cabin, turn corner, go upstairs and be there. However, it was also quite loud in the morning when staff and guests would drag the chairs around, when they cleaned the deck up there you know where the water went....yes, my balcony, and the vibration when docking would literally shake you out of bed (it only lasted a couple of minutes). Our butler brought us fresh fruit daily, the beds were new and very comfortable and I asked for different pillows and it was accomodated immediately. We had a great time on Century, but alas, I cannot compare to Rotterdam. Would I sail in a Century suite again?....perhaps, but I prefer the CC on M class ships (especially 6136 and such with the large balconies). Have a great cruise Thanks for your answer...:D Anyone has never tried a Verandah suite aboard classic fleet of the Holland (Rotterdam, Veendam...)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrabbyHarper Posted October 28, 2007 #4 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Yes, we have sailed on Maasdam three times. Once in an "S" suite! and twice in verandah suites. Here's what I liked about verandah suites: the size of the cabin approx 290 sq ft the size of the sofa - long enough for me to take a nap! the size of the verandah - larger than CC on Summit Bedding was great Here's what I didn't like: the bathtub with jets. The sides were very high and the tub was fairly small. No way could I have used it without a derrick standing by to hoist me out of the tub. So I did use the shower, but had to be very careful getting in and out. Now, the "S" suite was to die for! Huge in size - over 500 sq ft- with a huge verandah. Free laundry. Use of a concierge lounge. Second basin in a dressing room with a huge mirror for make up. Loooong sofa for naps. Overall I tend to like X over HAL. The daily annoucements on Maasdam for bingo were annoying. But HAL did have a full buffet during the dinner hour. And since DH and I usually skip the dining room, even on X, we liked the dinner hour on HAL better. I have yet to sail X in a suite, but if a Celebrity Suite on X and a verandah suite on HAL were my choices, I'd probably choose X, although you really can't go wrong on either one!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sassaroli Posted October 28, 2007 Author #5 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Have someone got photos about Century Suite and Verandah Suite? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeezics Posted October 28, 2007 #6 Share Posted October 28, 2007 If you visit both sites, you can take a virtual tour of their staterooms. Will give you a good idea. I have not been on the Century, so cannot compare. Did take a look at the Century Suite on line and it looks similiar to the "S" suite on Holland. Just got off the Ryndam (1st and last time) and had an "S" suite. It was great as was the Neptune lounge. Best thing about the cruise. I would pick X over Holland. I do have the Oosterdam booked for April in an "S" suite. This will be my "give them a second chance cruise". Also have the Century coming up for the TA in four weeks, but in a different suite. Have been a Celebrity cruises for 11 cruises, so probably a bit biased Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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