What is the best stateroom location?
A. To some degree this depends on your personal preference and from a practical standpoint, on availability. Generally, there is less motion the closer your are to the water line and the more mid-ship you are. Some people like to be higher up and nearer to the public areas of the ship, (not unlike those desiring higher floors in a hotel). It used to be that mid-ship staterooms were the most desirable because older ships didn’t have the sophisticated stabilization systems of today’s cruise liners. Today’s technology has advanced enormously, and location on most ships is much less of an issue. We also suggest you study the deck plan for the ship you plan to book your cruise on. While soundproofing on different ships varies somewhat, if your stateroom is located just above or below a disco, theatre or a restaurant, and you are a light sleeper, you may not find that location ideal. Some passengers, particularly those with some walking difficulties, may prefer staterooms nearby an elevator.
