FAQs
Starboard-side cabins have the best view of the island when docked, since the ship is usually "backed in" at the port. I hope this helps with your planning!
What is the best floor to stay on on a Disney cruise? ›
A: If you're not staying in a Concierge-level stateroom, the best deck to stay on Disney Wish is deck 9. On this deck, you will be only 2 decks below the main dining areas and pools. You could stay on deck 10 which is directly below the main amenity deck 11. But book your room with caution!
What is the best floor to stay on a cruise ship? ›
On most cruise ships, the most luxurious accommodation is on the upper decks. Here, you'll find a selection of elegant suites, with generous outdoor space, separate living areas, and amenities ranging from all-inclusive drinks to the service of a concierge.
Where are the best and worst cabins on a cruise ship? ›
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- BEST ROOMS TO BOOK ON A CRUISE.
- Ocean-level cabins.
- Studio rooms.
- Port or starboard staterooms.
- Cabins close to popular attractions.
- Rooms by elevators.
- WORST ROOMS TO BOOK ON A CRUISE.
- Staterooms directly above or below busy areas.
Lower Decks: Since lower decks are closer to the waterline, they offer a more stable feel with less motion. This can be a significant advantage for those prone to seasickness.
Which side of Disney cruise ship is best? ›
The starboard side staterooms have the quintessential view of the full Guest side of Castaway Cay that you may have seen in photos on the Disney Cruise Line website or the image I selected for you at the top of this answer!
How do I choose a stateroom on a Disney cruise? ›
You'll be asked to select from Inside, Oceanview, Verandah or Concierge staterooms. Within each of these categories, you can choose different styles by viewing representative photographs. Then tell us where on the ship you want your stateroom located: Aft, Midship or Forward.
Is it better to be in the front or back of a Disney cruise ship? ›
Choosing an aft, forward or mid-ship stateroom is mostly related to concerns about getting seasick. Most cruisers will tell you that the lower and more central you are in the ship, the less swaying you're likely to feel. Since all of Disney's ships are quite large, you might not even feel the ship moving at all!
What is the best time to board a Disney cruise? ›
Your cruise documents may say that the ship leaves at 4 pm, but check-in typically begins at 11 am and embarkation begins around noon. Choosing an early arrival time means you can start your vacation several hours before the ship sets sail, thus getting more fun for your money.
What is the best room on a Disney cruise for sea sickness? ›
In my opinion, the best position on the ship for a Disney Wish Stateroom with Verandah is where there is the least amount of movement and that would be midship lower levels such as Deck 6 and Deck 7.
The 2,713-passenger Disney Magic is the oldest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet (it first launched in 1998). It was last refurbished in May 2023, when it received updates like a "Soul"-themed lounge, concierge-level upgrades and a new "Encanto" live show.
Where not to get a room on a cruise ship? ›
Right above or below busy areas
We can't go into too much detail as the different positions will be specific to each ship but cabins to avoid would be ones right above the theatre/clubs (the rooms are soundproofed but still…) or cabins below the pool, above/below a busy restaurant/bar or one's near lifts.
What is the noisiest part of a cruise ship? ›
And don't forget the cruise ship engine. While humming noises put some to sleep, the loud buzz of machinery might not exactly be restful to others, making these some of the worst cabins on a cruise ship. Passengers on the lowest deck are most likely to hear engine or even anchor sounds.
What is the best room position on a cruise ship? ›
Midship cabins
The big allure of a midship cabin is its stability. You won't feel the rocking of the sea in a midship cabin nearly as much as you will in a cabin toward the front or back of a vessel. This is because ships are like teeter-totters. They pitch forward and back around a central axis that barely moves.
Which is the best side to have a cabin on a cruise ship? ›
Remember: the sun always rises in the east and sets in the west. With that said, if you're sailing north or west and want to see sunsets, choose a port side cabin. If you'd rather see the sunrise while sailing south or east, staying on the port side is your ideal choice as well.
What is the best position to sleep on a cruise ship? ›
The best place to book a cabin on a cruise if you get seasick is on the lower decks and towards the middle of the ship. Lower decks experience less movement than the higher decks, and the middle of the ship experiences less movement than the front or back.
Is it better to be in the front or back of a cruise ship? ›
The forward is subject to the most movement out of anywhere on a ship. And the higher the deck, the more pronounced that rolling and swaying motion tends to feel. Movement at the aft is a bit less drastic than the forward, but still isn't the most stable place for those who are prone to seasickness.
Where is it best to have a room on a cruise ship? ›
Midship cabins
The big allure of a midship cabin is its stability. You won't feel the rocking of the sea in a midship cabin nearly as much as you will in a cabin toward the front or back of a vessel. This is because ships are like teeter-totters. They pitch forward and back around a central axis that barely moves.
