At 1,188 feet-long, it’s currently the world’s largest cruise ship.
Royal Caribbean
But for a ship this grand, I was underwhelmed by my stateroom.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Before I dive into the negatives, I have to start on a positive note.
Brittany Chang/Insider
My balcony stateroom was in a great location on deck eight, home of the ship’s Central Park neighborhood.
Brittany Chang/Insider
And given its proximity to my stateroom, this tranquil park — which looked nothing like the rest of the ship — felt like my temporary backyard.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But besides this optimal location, I don’t have an endless index of high praises to give my hotel room at sea.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But given the price tag of this stateroom — which starts at $1,400 in 2023 — I believe these grievances are warranted.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Like any typical cruise ship stateroom, the bathroom was well-sized for one person.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Luckily I was traveling alone — This bathroom would’ve been uncomfortably small for two people.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Despite its size, it had all the expected amenities.
Brittany Chang/Insider
There were shelves that held my toiletries as the waves rocked the ship …
Brittany Chang/Insider
… a glass-walled shower next to the toilet …
Brittany Chang/Insider
… and a long countertop that led to the narrow sink.
Brittany Chang/Insider
The clothesline and hooks in the shower were perfect for drying off my bathing suit.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But the two-in-one body wash and shampoo felt cheap, although I am glad it was provided in a refillable dispenser.
Brittany Chang/Insider
I acknowledge that I shouldn’t be too judgemental given the ship’s 7,084-guest capacity. That’s a lot of body wash and shampoo to provide.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Outside the bathroom, I don’t have too many complaints about the bedroom. The “room” in “bedroom” is used loosely in this context.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Stateroom closets are often tossed off to the side by the entry door or bathroom.
Brittany Chang/Insider
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The large dresser was located next to a desk facing the light-up vanity. I used this mirror more than the full-length one by the entry door.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But the remainder of the stateroom felt muted and unexciting compared to the rest of the ship.
Brittany Chang/Insider
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At 1,188 feet-long, it’s currently the world’s largest cruise ship.
Royal Caribbean
But for a ship this grand, I was underwhelmed by my stateroom.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Before I dive into the negatives, I have to start on a positive note.
Brittany Chang/Insider
My balcony stateroom was in a great location on deck eight, home of the ship’s Central Park neighborhood.
Brittany Chang/Insider
And given its proximity to my stateroom, this tranquil park — which looked nothing like the rest of the ship — felt like my temporary backyard.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But besides this optimal location, I don’t have an endless index of high praises to give my hotel room at sea.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But given the price tag of this stateroom — which starts at $1,400 in 2023 — I believe these grievances are warranted.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Like any typical cruise ship stateroom, the bathroom was well-sized for one person.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Luckily I was traveling alone — This bathroom would’ve been uncomfortably small for two people.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Despite its size, it had all the expected amenities.
Brittany Chang/Insider
There were shelves that held my toiletries as the waves rocked the ship …
Brittany Chang/Insider
… a glass-walled shower next to the toilet …
Brittany Chang/Insider
… and a long countertop that led to the narrow sink.
Brittany Chang/Insider
The clothesline and hooks in the shower were perfect for drying off my bathing suit.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But the two-in-one body wash and shampoo felt cheap, although I am glad it was provided in a refillable dispenser.
Brittany Chang/Insider
I acknowledge that I shouldn’t be too judgemental given the ship’s 7,084-guest capacity. That’s a lot of body wash and shampoo to provide.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Outside the bathroom, I don’t have too many complaints about the bedroom. The “room” in “bedroom” is used loosely in this context.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Stateroom closets are often tossed off to the side by the entry door or bathroom.
Brittany Chang/Insider
Source: Insider, Insider
The large dresser was located next to a desk facing the light-up vanity. I used this mirror more than the full-length one by the entry door.
Brittany Chang/Insider
But the remainder of the stateroom felt muted and unexciting compared to the rest of the ship.
Brittany Chang/Insider
