What is a “Guaranteed” cabin?
AlaskaCruises.com’s Guaranteed Cabins Some cruise lines offer what is called a “guarantee category”. This means that you will receive your cabin number and deck assignment when you check in for your cruise. You will be guaranteed a cabin in the category that you that book and no lower than that category. If your booked category is not available when you check in, then you will receive a complimentary upgrade to a higher category. This process is very similar to booking a hotel room. With a hotel, you book a room type and you’re assigned your room number when you check in at the front desk. The same principle applies here. This is a very common practice among all major cruise lines. Guaranteed categories can be a great value, especially for first time cruisers. These are usually less expensive and can sometimes result in a complimentary upgrade. Guarantees are not for everyone.
Some cruise lines offer what is called a “guarantee category”. This means that you will receive your cabin number and deck assignment when you check in for your cruise. You will be guaranteed a cabin in the category that you that book and no lower than that category. If your booked category is not available when you check in, then you will receive a complimentary upgrade to a higher category. This process is very similar to booking a hotel room. With a hotel, you book a room type and you’re assigned your room number when you check in at the front desk. The same principle applies here. This is a very common practice among all major cruise lines. Guaranteed categories can be a great value, especially for first time cruisers. These are usually less expensive and can sometimes result in a complimentary upgrade. Guarantees are not for everyone. Do not book a “Guarantee” if cabin placement on the ship is important to you; because you are traveling with others; traveling as a family with mult
