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13 cruise ship cabins to avoid (don’t book these).

Are you planning a cruise and wondering what are the best and worst cabins?

I had the same question when I took my first cruise and picking the perfect stateroom felt like a huge mountain to climb. With half a dozen cruises under my belt, I now have a clearer picture of the types of cabins and locations to avoid (and I have learnt from past mistakes!).

To steer clear of falling asleep to the soundtrack of a nightclub or waking up to the clang of an anchor, I will share which cruise ship cabins to avoid.

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Worst Cruise Ship Cabins at a Glance

In a hurry? Here are the worst cruise cabins in a nutshell:

  • Cabins with obstructed views
  • Cabins with a connecting door
  • Cabins close to the lifts or stairs
  • Staterooms that are too far from the lifts or stairs
  • Cabins near the laundry room
  • Cabins with little privacy
  • Staterooms directly below public and entertainment areas
  • Cruise cabins underneath the pool deck
  • Staterooms below the promenade deck
  • Cabins on very low decks
  • Staterooms next to crew access areas
  • Guarantee Cabins
  • Free cabin upgrades

A cruise ship deck plan  is your best friend when it comes to pinpointing the best and worst cabin locations. Hone in in what is above, below, beside and opposite your selected cabin.

But these deck plans aren’t always perfect or easy to interpret. In these cases, I have found that cruise booking specialists are worth their weight in gold.

Cruise Cabin Types for Beginners

Your first decision when choosing a cruise cabin is the cabin type. Therefore, before we dive into which cruise cabins to avoid, here are the four basic types of cruise cabins (or staterooms as they are also called) to choose from:

  • Inside cabin  – no window or balcony (although on some cruise lines, these do have a virtual window). Cheapest grade.
  • Oceanview  – featuring a porthole or window
  • Balcony  (Veranda) – featuring a private balcony
  • Suites  – vary in scale from oversized balcony cabins thorough to luxurious apartment-like proportions. Most expensive grade.

double bed in Balcony cabin, MSC Sinfonia

Cruise Ship Cabins to Avoid

So where should you NOT stay on a cruise? Let’s take a look at which cruise staterooms to give a wide berth.

1. Cabins with obstructed views

Booking an obstructed view cabin can be a way of cutting costs on a cruise.  However, if you do this, make sure that you know what is obstructing your view.

The extent to which the view is obstructed varies from cabin to cabin, from a very partial obstruction, through to your window artfully framing a lifeboat.

If your itinerary includes lots of tendering, there’s a chance that you’ll be woken up to the sound of the tenders being prepared.

2. Cabins with a connecting door

Many cruise lines offer cabins with interconnecting doors.

These are great if you are travelling with family or a group of friends as they allow free movement between the adjoining cabins. However, they are not so great if you don’t know who your next-door neighbour is.

Noise can be an issue, even to the point where you can hear people talking in the adjacent cabin, not to mention the television blaring at all hours of the day.

Deck plans will readily identify cabins that have interconnecting doors.

cruise ship deck-plan-showing-interconnecting-door

3. Those that are close to the lifts or stairs

I always avoid booking a cabin near the lift or stairs.

Apart from the chiming of the lift, these are areas of high footfall and are where people congregate and chatter.

4. Staterooms that are too far from the lifts or stairs

This doesn’t bother me so much but if your fitness levels aren’t what they used to be, you might want to reconsider booking a cabin that is too far from the lifts or stairs.

Newer cruise ships are huge: Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Sea has decks running for 1,187 feet. If your stateroom is too far from the lift and you struggle with walking, you will soon tire of travelling to the ship’s public areas.

5. Cabins near the laundry room

Some ships will have laundry rooms located on passenger decks.

Unless you find the whirr of a washing machine or the rumble of a tumble dryer restful, make sure that your cabin is not located close to the laundry room. This can be a busy area on cruise ships and there will be a lot of people to-ing and fro-ing.

deck-plan-showing-laundry

6. Cabins with little privacy

Increasingly, newer ships have a promenade that runs through the middle of the ship, which can be overlooked by cabins. As these cabins offer little privacy, they should be avoided.

This can also be an issue with exterior promenade decks (my cruise agent warned me against such a cabin location when booking a cruise on P&O’s Iona).

7. Staterooms directly below public and entertainment areas

Avoid choosing a cabin above, below or near the cruise ship’s theatre,  bars, nightclubs, buffet restaurants and Kids’ Clubs. Thumping bass sounds or the squeal of excited children is not always the best soundtrack to a holiday.

entertainers singing and dancing on the cruise ship celebrity silhouette

8. Cruise cabins underneath the pool deck

Do you really want to wake up at dawn each day to the scraping of sunloungers and tables being pulled into position for the day ahead? Or to be kept awake until all hours by the sound of partying fellow passengers?

If not, avoid cruise cabins below the pool deck.

people enjoying swimming pools on deck of cruise ship norwegian epic

9. Or those below the promenade deck

Equally, I’m sure that you don’t want your alarm clock to be the rhythmic thump of those doing their morning run along the promenade deck.

Many cruise ships have a promenade that wraps itself around the ship. Perfect for those wanting to take a stroll or jog to burn off those cruise calories. But if your cabin is underneath the promenade deck, pretty soon you’ll be wishing that these fellow passengers were also having an exercise holiday.

In short, the best passenger deck to choose is one sandwiched between other passenger decks. Whilst you might have the occasional noisy neighbours, they are not likely to have a bass-heavy sound system or dragging furniture at all hours of the night.

10. Cabins on very low decks

At the back of the ship, you may not be able to avoid the low rumble of the engine. The front of the ship is where the anchor is dropped.

Therefore, if you want to avoid engine vibrations and the sound of the anchor being dripped and weighed, don’t book a cabin on a low deck, particularly at the fore or aft of the ship.

11. Staterooms next to crew access areas

Cruise ship staff come and go all hours of the day and night. Therefore, if your cabin is situated close to one of their access areas, there’s every chance you’ll be able to hear them going about their work.

It can be tricky to identify where these crew access areas are, and you may want to check with your cruise agent or interrogate some of the  cruising online forums . But, as a general rule, to avoid this type of cabin, make sure that you are surrounded by passenger cabins and that there are no mysterious gaps.

12. Guarantee Cabins

A guarantee cabin, or guaranteed cabin, is when you are not given a specific cabin allocation on booking. Whilst booking a guaranteed cabin is a way to cut cruising costs, it is a massive gamble.

You will be allocated any cabin within the cabin grade that you paid for but will have no say over where that cabin is located. As cabins above or below public areas are the least popular, there is a strong possibility that this is where you will be placed.

I did it once. I won’t make that mistake again.

13. Don’t tick the box for a cabin upgrade

My final tip for cruise ship cabins is to avoid an upgrade.

On the face of it, this is tempting. You might strike lucky and get an upgrade to a better cabin location. On the other hand, you could end up below the pool deck, opposite the crew entrance or above the anchor.

For me, it’s not worth the punt.

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Thanks for reading my guide to avoiding the worst cruise cabins

I hope that this brief guide helps you pick your perfect cruise stateroom. Before you go, why not check out my favourite cruises?

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If you are a solo cruiser , get the lowdown on single cabins . They may not be the bargain that they appear .

Finally, to inspire you to book your cruise, watch one of my fabulous movies set on a cruise ship .

Happy sailing!

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Yacht Club Royal Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony with dining table, Separate living area and dining room, Walk-in closet, Bathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi, Approx. 388 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 172 ft2, Located on deck 16, Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code YC2 (MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite)

MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Panoramic sealed window, Separate area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Approx. 484 – 570 ft2 , Located on deck 12, Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code YCP (Yacht Club Grand Suite)

Yacht Club Grand Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Spacious closet, Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi, Approx. 312 with a balcony that is approx. 65 ft2 , Located on decks 15-16, Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code YC1 (Yacht Club Deluxe Suite)

Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Approx. 247 – 312 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Located on decks 15-16, Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code SX (Grand Suite Aurea)

Grand Suite Aurea

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 312 – 441 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Located on decks 9-12, Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Grand Suite Aurea (approx. 409 – 441 ft2, decks 9-11) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code SL1 (Premium Suite Aurea)

Premium Suite Aurea

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 312 – 441 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Located on decks 9-12, Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Premium Suite Aurea (approx. 312 – 355 ft2, deck 10) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code SLS (Premium Suite Aurea With Sealed Window)

Premium Suite Aurea With Sealed Window

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Panoramic sealed window, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 312 – 441 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Located on decks 9-12, Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Premium Suite Aurea with Sealed Window (approx. 269 – 337 ft2, decks 9-11) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code SRS (Deluxe Suite Aurea With Sealed Window)

Deluxe Suite Aurea With Sealed Window

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Panoramic sealed window, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 312 – 441 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Located on decks 9-12, Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Suite Aurea with Sealed Window (approx. 237 – 248 ft2, decks 9-11) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code BA (Balcony Aurea)

Balcony Aurea

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 204 – 215 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 204 ft2, decks 11-13) *Some staterooms have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code BL3 (Premium Balcony)

Premium Balcony

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 204 – 215 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Balcony Premium (approx. 204 – 215 ft2, decks 8-13)* *Some staterooms have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code BL2 (Premium Balcony)

Deluxe Balcony with Partial View

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 204 – 215 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft2 , Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (approx. 204 ft2, decks 8-13) *Some staterooms have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code OL3 (Premium Oceanview)

Premium Oceanview

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Window with sea view, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 194 – 226 ft2 , Located on decks 5-13, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code IR2 (Deluxe Interior)

Deluxe Interior

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 183 ft2 , Located on decks 5-13, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Sample Cabin Image for Category Code IR1 (Deluxe Interior)

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Bora Bora Buffet

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Bora Bora Buffet.

Club 33

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L'Olivo Restaurant

L'Olivo Restaurant

Deck: 15 - Leonardo Da Vinci

L'Olivo Restaurant.

La Reggia Restaurant

La Reggia Restaurant

Decks: 6 - Modigliani 5 - Canaletto

La Reggia Restaurant.

Pago Pago Buffet

Pago Pago Buffet

Pago Pago Buffet.

Santa Fe Tex Mex

Santa Fe Tex Mex

Deck: 7 - Tiziano

Santa Fe Tex Mex .

Villa Verde Panoramic Restaurant

Villa Verde Panoramic Restaurant

Deck: 6 - Modigliani

Villa Verde Panoramic Restaurant.

The Strand Theatre

The Strand Theatre

Decks: 7 - Tiziano 6 - Modigliani

The Strand Theatre.

Royal Palm Casino

Royal Palm Casino

Royal Palm Casino.

Sliding Roof

Sliding Roof

Sliding Roof.

Business Center

Business Center

Deck: 5 - Canaletto

Business Center.

MSC Yacht Club

MSC Yacht Club

Decks: 15 - Leonardo Da Vinci 16 - Michelangelo 18 - Sun

MSC Yacht Club.

Aqua Park

children's Pool

children's Pool.

L'Equatore Covered Pool

L'Equatore Covered Pool

L'Equatore Covered Pool.

Playa del Sol

Playa del Sol

Playa del Sol.

Pool

Teens Toboga

Teens Toboga.

Whirlpool bath

Whirlpool bath

Decks: 18 - Sun 15 - Leonardo Da Vinci

Whirlpool bath.

4D Cinema

Galleria d'Arte

Galleria d'Arte.

MSC Excursions

MSC Excursions

MSC Excursions.

Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard.

Squash

Virtual World

Teen's Arcade.

Accessories Shop

Accessories Shop

Accessories Shop.

Il Gioiello

Il Gioiello

Il Gioiello.

L'Angolo dell'Oggetto

L'Angolo dell'Oggetto

L'Angolo dell'Oggetto.

La Caramella

La Caramella

La Caramella.

La Profumeria

La Profumeria

La Profumeria.

Logo Shop

The Mini Mall

The Mini Mall.

The Pool Shop

The Pool Shop

The Pool Shop.

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery.

Shore Excursion

Shore Excursion

Shore Excursion.

F1 Simulator

F1 Simulator

F1 Simulator.

I Griffili

I Griffili.

II Polo Norf

II Polo Norf

II Polo Norf.

Teens Club

Teens Club.

La Boutique

La Boutique

La Boutique.

MSC Aurea Spa

MSC Aurea Spa

MSC Aurea Spa.

Power Walking Track

Power Walking Track

Power Walking Track.

Top 18 Exclusive Solarium

Top 18 Exclusive Solarium

Deck: 18 - Sun

Solarium, SPA bath.

Concierge Area

Concierge Area

Concierge Area.

The One Pool

The One Pool

The One Pool.

Top Sail Lounge

Top Sail Lounge

Top Sail Lounge.

Video Games Arcade

Video Games Arcade

Video Games Arcade.

Reception/Guest Service

Reception/Guest Service

Main foyer / Information office.

Bar

Bar del Riccio

Bar del Riccio.

L'Aperitivo

L'Aperitivo

L'Aperitivo.

L'Aperitivo Bar

L'Aperitivo Bar

L'Aperitivo Bar.

L'Enoteca

L'Espresso Coffee Bar

L'Espresso Coffee Bar.

La Piazzetta

La Piazzetta

La Piazzetta.

La Prua Piano Bar

La Prua Piano Bar

La Prua Piano Bar.

Movida Bar

Zen Area - Aft Pool bar.

Splendida Bar

Splendida Bar

Splendida Bar.

Sports Bar Bowling

Sports Bar Bowling

Sports Bar Bowling.

Tartaruga Bar

Tartaruga Bar

Aqua Park bar.

The One Bar

The One Bar

The One Bar.

The Purple Jazz Bar

The Purple Jazz Bar

The Purple Jazz Bar.

Promenade Deck

Promenade Deck

Promenade Deck.

The Aft Lounge

The Aft Lounge

The Aft Lounge.

The Cigar Lounge

The Cigar Lounge

The Cigar Lounge.

MSC Arena Sport Center

MSC Arena Sport Center

MSC Arena Sport Center.

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MSC SPLENDIDA

" The MSC Yacht Club service was amazing! The food was fantastic, the suite was wonderful and so was our butler. "

" I would like to pay special compliments for the kindness, availability and professionalism. Thank you for making my cruise perfect. "

" MSC Cruises are a quality company. Especially the theatre and the animation crew at the pool, they are 10/10. "

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Get ready to dive into one of our pools, let your hair down at the themed parties, treat yourself to something delicious in one of our amazing restaurants, and much more!  

Main features

Entertaiment & leisure.

You’ll love the live music and the extraordinary variety of themed bars and restaurants with many gourmet choices to explore. Complete the night with a world-class show in The Strand Theatre, a winning streak in the Royal Palm Casino or dancing in the Club 33 Disco

Fitness & Relaxation

Sports facilities on MSC Splendida include four swimming pools , a jogging track , a squash court and an ultramodern gym .

After exercising, you can relax with a massage in the MSC Aurea Spa or sunbathe in the peace and privacy of the Top 18 sun deck.

Kids & Teens

Children of all ages, from tots to teenagers, will have lots of fun and find it easy to make new friends on MSC Splendida thanks to the fabulous dedicated facilities and clubs for every age group , each with its own packed daily programme of activities.

MSC Yacht Club

Nestling in the prestigious foredecks is the exclusive MSC Yacht Club , a luxurious “ship within a ship”. In addition to its 71 designer suites, it boasts its own concierge reception, 24-hour butler service, private restaurant, lounge, pool deck and bar.

RESTAURANTS & Buffet

Guests on MSC Splendida can enjoy an eclectic range of restaurants with many different gourmet choices to explore, from authentic Mediterranean specialities to American steakhouse beef cuts, not forgetting the dedicated restaurant for MSC Yacht Club guests. 

Sea Pavilion

This exclusive restaurant is a world of contemporary Asian culinary emotions.

Pago Buffet

Villa verde, butcher's cut.

This American-style steak house serves select Linz heritage angus beef, gold standard in high-end angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The highest quality product custom cut by master butchers and aged to perfection. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.

L'Olivo restaurant

Bora bora buffet restarant, bars & lounges, l'aperitivo bar, bar del riccio, l'espresso coffee bar, la piazzetta, the aft lounge, the cigar lounge, splendida bar, the purple jazz bar, tartaruga bar, galaxy lounge, tea house & dim sum, la prua piano bar, royal palm casino bar, the one bar, aurea spa bar, top sail lounge, cabins & suites.

  • Surface approx 19-20 sqm, balcony approx 4-6 sqm
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

  • Balcony Aurea (best ship positions, surface approx 19 sqm, deck 11-13 )
  • Balcony Premium (surface approx 19-20 sqm, deck 8-13*)
  • Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (surface approx 19 sqm, deck 8-13 )

*Some cabins have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade

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Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

  • Surface approx 18-21 sqm, deck 5-13 .
  • Window with sea view
  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5-13
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

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  • 5. Canaletto
  • 6. Modigliani
  • 9. Tintoretto
  • 10. Botticelli
  • 11. Caravaggio
  • 12. De Chirico
  • 13. Piero della Francesca
  • 14. Raffaello
  • 15. Leonardo Da Vinci
  • 16. Michelangelo
  • 18. Sundeck
  • Deluxe Interior
  • Premium Ocean View
  • Deluxe Balcony with partial view
  • Premium Balcony
  • Deluxe Balcony Aurea
  • Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window°
  • Premium Suite Aurea with sealed window°
  • Premium Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool
  • Grand Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool
  • MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
  • MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite
  • MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite
  • MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

Balcony with partial or lateral view

B:  Cabin with bathtub

° Sealed panoramic window. • All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds. • 3th beds available in all categories except for Premium Ocean View and Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window ° • 4th bed available in all categories except for Premium Ocean View, Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window°, Premium Suite Aurea, Gran Suite Aurea, MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite, MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite°, MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite. • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you. Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking.

  • Gross tonage: 137.936 tons
  • Number of passengers: 4.363
  • Crew Members: About 1.370
  • Number of cabins: 1.637, incl. 43 for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility
  • Length/Beam/Height: 333,30 m / 37,92 m post panamax / 66.80 m
  • Maximum Speed: 22.87 knots

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MSC Splendida Cabins & Suites

MSC Splendida Cabin: Deluxe Suite 03

  • Surface approx. 2 3-53 sqm, balcony approx. 4-16 sqm, deck 12-16.
  • Luxury suites with premium interiors
  • Some Suites have sealed windows
  • Spacious wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub and/or shower
  • Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Wifi connection included
  • Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Choose the Suite that best suits you:

  • MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite (surface approx 36 sqm,   balcony approx.   16 sqm , deck 16 )
  • MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite (surface approx.  45-53 sqm , deck 12 )
  • MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suite (surface approx. 29 sqm , balcony approx. 6 sqm , deck 15-16 )
  • MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite (surface approx 23-29 sqm , balcony approx.   4-6 sqm , deck 15-16 )

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

  • 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
  • Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
  • Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
  • Balinese massage package and Specialty restaurants package, available up to 2 days prior to embarkation; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • 1 Free cruise change

Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

MSC Splendida Cabin: Suite Balcony 04

  • Surface approx 22-41 sqm , balcony approx. 4-6 sqm or sealed window, deck 9-12 .
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious Wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar
  • Grand Suite Aurea (surface approx.  38-41 sqm , balcony approx. 4-6 sqm , deck 9-11 )
  • Premium Suite Aurea (surface approx.  29-33 sqm , balcony approx. 4-6 sqm, deck 10-12 )
  • Premium Suite Aurea with sealed window (surface approx.  25-31 sqm , deck 9-11 )
  • Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window (surface approx.  22-23 sqm , deck 9-11 ) Size, layout and furniture may vary that shown (within the same cabin category). The image is representative only.

MSC Splendida Cabin: Balcony 06

  • Surface approx 19-20 sqm, balcony approx 4-6 sqm
  • Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

  • Balcony Aurea (best ship positions, surface approx 19 sqm, deck 11-13 )
  • Balcony Premium (surface approx 19-20 sqm, deck 8-13*)
  • Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (surface approx 19 sqm, deck 8-13 )

*Some cabins have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade

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MSC Splendida Cabin: Ocean View 07

  • Surface approx 18-21 sqm, deck 5-13 .
  • Window with sea view
  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer

MSC Splendida Cabin: Interior 08

  • Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5-13
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

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Everything you need to know about MSC Cruises cabins and suites

A relative newcomer in the North American market, MSC Cruises is equal parts elegant and kitschy. The line tends to appeal to a wide swath of cruisers, from Europeans who like to party into the wee hours of the morning to American families who book because of affordable fares and "kids sail free" pricing.

To satisfy its diverse passenger base, MSC offers accommodations to fit all types of travelers. Rooms include inexpensive inside cabins that sleep two people, midlevel staterooms with windows and balconies, and high-end suites that offer cruisers with larger budgets a private oasis in the form of the MSC Yacht Club .

A variety of connecting rooms and cabins with extra bunks accommodate larger groups and families who wish to share space.

Because your cruise cabin will be your home away from home for several days, it's important to book one that fits your needs. That's especially true if you're sharing it with several people.

Whether you're looking at an inside cabin for a cruise with friends, balcony accommodations for you and your significant other or a suite for your family, here TPG breaks down what you can expect when you book a room on one of MSC's ships.

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MSC Cruises cabin primer

MSC Cruises has become one of the fastest-growing lines in the cruise industry, with about two dozen ships in its fleet. The vessels fall into six classes : Lirica, Musica, Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World.

Although cabin offerings can vary from ship to ship and class to class, the standard types remain the same: inside, outside, balcony and suite.

Additionally, you'll find the same basic amenities in each room, unless otherwise noted below. They include two twin beds that can be joined to form a queen- or king-size bed; an in-cabin bathroom with a shower, a sink, a toilet and basic soap, shower gel and shampoo; a couple of nightstands; a chair or sofa; a desk/vanity; a closet; a safe; a hair dryer; a minifridge; a phone; USB outlets and a selection of both North American and European outlets.

On all ships except MSC Lirica, MSC Opera, MSC Sinfonia and MSC Armonia, you'll also find an interactive TV that allows you to view the daily schedule, check your onboard account and choose from a selection of live TV programs and movies.

Twice-daily room tidying is provided by a room steward assigned to each cabin, and room service is available throughout the day for an added fee.

One confusing aspect of MSC's bookings is that you'll have to select an experience package in addition to a cabin type. Package tiers determine things like your ability to choose a specific cabin and preferred dining time and whether you'll receive welcome amenities in your room. Certain cabin types are only available in conjunction with certain package experiences and vice versa. Those are noted in each respective section below.

Accessible cabins , including accommodations for wheelchair users, are available on every ship in MSC's fleet. In addition to more space, they feature wider doorways and lowered sinks and toilets in the bathrooms, as well as grab bars.

MSC Cruises' experience packages

Here's what you get when you book each of MSC's three experience packages, which determine the perks you'll receive on your sailing.

  • Accommodations
  • Complimentary food in the dining room and buffet
  • Broadway-style theater entertainment
  • Access to the onboard gym, pool and kids club
  • MSC Voyagers Club points
  • One for-fee change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
  • Drink package discount at time of booking
  • All Bella perks
  • Choice of specific cabin and location
  • One free change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
  • Ability to choose between early and late seating for dinner
  • Room service (complimentary for breakfast, but fees apply for other meals)
  • Discount on pre-cruise specialty dining package
  • All Fantastica and Bella perks
  • Flexible My Choice dining, which lets you eat at any time you choose between set hours
  • Free 24-hour room service delivery
  • Pillow menu
  • A welcome package, including Prosecco and chocolates
  • Complimentary access to your ship's solarium and thermal area
  • A 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Special Balinese massage offer when booked pre-cruise
  • Complimentary use of bathrobe and slippers
  • Priority boarding and luggage drop-off

Inside cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Inside cabins — rooms with no windows — are available on all ships in the MSC fleet. Ranging from 140 to 301 square feet (depending on the ship), they make for great sleeping because they're so dark. They're also ideal for passengers who are on a budget.

In addition to the standard amenities mentioned above, they provide room for anywhere from two to four passengers to sleep. (Rooms that sleep more than two feature bunks that pull down from the ceiling.)

These cabins are available with the line's Bella and Fantastica experiences.

If you're sailing solo, some MSC vessels offer cabins for one outfitted with a twin bed that converts into a couch. These interior studio accommodations are only available with the Bella package on MSC Meraviglia , MSC Bellissima and the line's World Class ships.

Ocean-view cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Ocean-view rooms are similar to insides in that they provide basic amenities — but with a view.

Offering 129 to 269 square feet of space (depending on the specific ship and ocean-view category), these staterooms allow you to see outside through a porthole or a window that doesn't open.

MSC's outside cabins are available to passengers who book Bella and Fantastica packages.

Additionally, if you're traveling with your family or another group, several of MSC Cruises' ships — particularly those in the Meraviglia and Seaside classes — feature space for as many as 10 passengers via a series of connecting rooms. Options are available at the ocean-view and balcony levels.

Balcony cabins on MSC Cruises ships

You might be surprised to discover that most of MSC Cruises' balcony cabins provide less interior square footage than what's available in inside or ocean-view staterooms.

Balcony rooms run anywhere from 129 to 205 square feet, but their key feature is, of course, a private balcony, which does add an extra 32 to 129 square feet, depending on the vessel and specific type of balcony room booked. These cabins are bookable in conjunction with MSC's Bella, Fantastica and Aurea experiences.

Although balcony cabins offer upgraded amenities, including MSC's brand of hand lotion and toiletries, they are largely the same as inside and ocean-view accommodations.

MSC's newest ships — including those in the Meraviglia, Seaside and World Classes — house connecting balcony rooms that can sleep up to 10 in the same group traveling together.

Additionally, on its World Class ships, the line has introduced inward-facing balconies, similar to the ones Royal Caribbean pioneered in 2009 with the debut of its Oasis Class vessels . On World Europa, for example, they overlook the ship's promenade, offering views of the activity below, rather than the ocean.

MSC Cruises suites

All ships in MSC's fleet have suites that can be booked as part of the Fantastica and Aurea packages, but it's Aurea that offers the largest number of perks, as outlined above.

The several types of suites vary by ship in terms of size and amenities. Some come with balconies, while others only offer floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.

Junior Suites

Although this room type is listed as a suite, it's essentially a balcony cabin with a bit more space — 183 square feet of interior accommodation with a balcony that ranges from 140 to 183 square feet.

Standard suites include rooms with huge balconies larger than the cabin's interior space and ones with private whirlpool tubs. They run from 269 to 355 square feet, with balconies measuring 32 to 409 square feet.

Grand Suites

Coming in between 377 and 420 square feet, with balconies spanning from 32 to 495 square feet, Grand Suites — found on Seaside and World Class ships — come in two types. They include standard one-bedroom Grand Suites, as well as two-bedroom varieties.

The latter has one bedroom with a queen-size bed and another with two twins. It sleeps up to five passengers and offers two bathrooms — one with a shower and the other with a bathtub.

While most suites are designed for double occupancy, some suite accommodations on MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Magnifica can sleep up to five people.

MSC Yacht Club suites on MSC ships

All cabins located in the MSC Yacht Club — an exclusive, gated area on select ships — are called suites, even the smallest and least expensive, which don't have windows or balconies.

Yacht Club suite types range from insides to two-deck duplexes, all of which come with butler and concierge services, luxuriously appointed furnishings (such as real marble finishes, memory foam mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets) and access to members-only restaurants, bars (alcohol is free there), lounges, pools and sun decks.

The Yacht Club features seven different types of rooms. Ships that have the MSC Yacht Club on board include MSC Bellissima, MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seascape, MSC Seaview, MSC Seashore, MSC Splendida, MSC Virtuosa and MSC World Europa.

Note: Not all Yacht Clubs have the same suite types available.

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites

Although these 161- to 226-square-foot cabins don't offer a view or fresh air, they are elegantly decorated and include all the Yacht Club benefits mentioned above.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites

These Yacht Club digs are the equivalent of a balcony cabin — but in a dedicated area that includes all the exclusive perks. They run 236 to 366 square feet and have balconies ranging from 54 to 86 square feet, so they also come with a bit more space, both inside and outdoors.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suites

Similarly, Deluxe Grand Suites are like the Yacht Club equivalent of booking a Grand Suite with more perks. Depending on the ship, they offer anywhere from 269 to 463 square feet of space, plus 65- to 129-square-foot balconies. Some Grand Suites also have two bedrooms instead of one. Further, these rooms on Seaside Class ships include bathrooms with bathtubs, as well as separate living areas.

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suites

Rising two decks, MSC's duplex staterooms measure 495 to 635 square feet and come with 65- to 334-square-foot balconies. They feature living rooms with two-person sofa beds downstairs and master bedrooms upstairs, which also sleep two passengers.

Each of these accommodations comes complete with two walk-in closets and two bathrooms — one with a bathtub and one with a shower. Most duplexes on Meraviglia and World Class ships also have their own private whirlpool tubs.

MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family Suites

The line's Executive and Family Suites, available only on Fantasia Class vessels, are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to stay in the Yacht Club with a family or other group of more than two people.

This option, which is one type of suite (despite its confusing name), has space for up to five cruisers via a combination of bunk beds, sofa beds and beds that pull down from the ceiling, depending on the ship. The suites clock in at around 431 to 549 square feet, depending on the vessel.

The only drawback is that these staterooms have no balconies and no in-room dining areas, but they do include all the perks you'd find in Yacht Club cabins.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites

Although they only occupy one level, at 388 to 667 square feet, MSC's Yacht Club Royal Suites are right up there with the Duplex Suites in terms of space. They offer the second-largest amount of square footage after the Owner's Suites. They come with huge balconies comprising 355 to 753 square feet of outdoor area.

Additionally, bathrooms in these suites offer bathtubs on Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World Class ships, and the latter three have private whirlpool tubs, as well. All four classes' Royal Suites also include separate living room areas.

MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suites

The largest and most impressive of all MSC's cabins are the Owner's Suites found in the Yacht Club. Offering an impressive 840 to 1,119 square feet — larger than some land-based apartments — plus 269- to 670-square-foot balconies, they're some of the most luxurious rooms afloat.

Specific amenities vary by ship, but as an example, Owner's Suites on MSC World Europa offer floor-to-ceiling windows and walk-in closets. These accommodations on both the line's Seaside and World Class vessels also feature bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs, as well as private whirlpool tubs and separate living room areas.

Bottom line

Although MSC Cruises' cabin types are straightforward, the line's add-on experiences can complicate things a bit.

Overall, what's key to remember is that MSC Cruises offers a wide variety of rooms and pricing to meet just about any budget or style of cruising. Each ship will offer accommodation choices from the least expensive, bare-bones interior rooms to the priciest suites, which come with butler and concierge services.

When you sail with MSC Cruises, you can expect function, style and comfort, regardless of the cabin type you book.

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  • Two twins that can be converted to a European king bed
  • Floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to private verandah
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bath with shower
  • Spacious wardrobe
  • Internet access
  • Sitting area with desk and chair
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    Where is the best cabin to avoid seasickness? The bow of the ship tends to bounce up and down, said Pickett. "Lower in the ship, middle (and just aft of middle) minimizes the movement," he added.

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