It will also be nice and quiet there. Hi Maureen. Jenni. So no lying down and being able to see where you are going. If you want privacy on your balcony, you should definitely avoid Deck 8 on Iona. Unlike balconies on higher decks there are no sliding doors but a door that opens outwards. Iona has a cabin for everyone, with sizes ranging from inside cabins that are a little over one hundred square feet to suites which are more than five times as large. There is no sofa in those cabins so the bed is by the sliding doors out onto the balcony. So which ever way you look at it youll be doing a bit of walking onboard. We have just returned from 2 weeks on Iona. Enjoy! From looking at the deck plan I can see that suites at the front have metal-fronted balconies but those ta the back do not. Each of Ionas suites is between 434 and 530 square feet in size and sleeps two to four people with a separate living area. Hope you manage to swap to something more suitable. Nobody knows for sure yet as P&O Cruises havent published that info and the conservatory mini-suites are exclusive to Iona so we cant go off other ships. That sounds like a fantastic cruise, congrats on booking it! Id suggest either giving them a call to check or maybe see if you can find people that have recently traveled on Iona in one of those groups. The obstruction was a lifeboat underneath, so when looking down from the balcony it was directly in view. But as you can see from the photo below, which shows 10742, the water can splash down several decks! I dont mind walking to pool ect where would recommend i select my room? However, if you are a light sleeper this may disturb you. Jenni. They are in a fantastic location. One at fwd and 1 aft. The cabin grades are shown in different colours on the deck plan. In fact, 17219 will be cheaper than 17305 because it is further forward, even though the balcony is five times as large! These balconies tend to be more shady than others and the interior seems darker as a result. However, I wouldnt worry about the location. Thanks Both cruises Ive done on Iona have been around Northern Europe, so not much sun. Cabins affected are 8309-8312 and 8322-8330. The best part is you only have to go up one floor to eat in the restaurants. Its also disappointing when you dont get quite what you thought you had booked and paid for. There is no sliding balcony door on these cabins, being replaced by a heavy outward-opening door. There are four main cabin types to choose from on Iona: Read on for more info about each of these cabins types. Love the in-depth reviews of ships. Your thoughts would be appreciated. Families of five or more must be accommodated in two cabins on Iona. Heres a good resource with more info about suites on Iona: https://cruisewithamber.co.uk/po-cruises-iona-best-suites/. Didnt miss having a balcony (the destinations were not particularly scenic) and it gave me a good saving cost wise. Also known as outside cabins, the sea view cabins on Iona are a great choice because, at 210 square feet, they are larger than both the standard inside and standard balcony cabins. With a maximum occupancy of 4, the 2-room Sky Suites measure approximately 400sq ft, with a balcony of 110 sq ft. A generous size but they obviously come with a price tag to match. Much better than mine, haha! They do make for a great nights sleep but you have to switch the ships camera on the TV to see what the weather is like! Youll have a little protection from bad weather but wont quite be able to sit out in the sun all day. As this was my first cruise I had booked and Iona was a new ship, I knew very little about cabin grades and promenade decks so I just booked what I thought was a standard balcony cabin. Just pop your email in the form below to get a copy delivered to your inbox straight away. Iona is the biggest ship in the P&O Cruises fleet, with a length of 344.5 metres and a beam (width) of 42 metres. P and O have assured me that there are only cabins above me so do you think it is likely to be too noisy. Another option to consider would be two balcony cabins with a door in between; that would give you more space and the benefit of two bathrooms. What facilities does Iona have for families? That looks like a great cabin to me, enjoy your cruise! Apart from that are they good cabins? Jenni. Thanks, Hi Jenny, any thoughts on the pros and cons on cabin No, 17221, loss very large for a GF. For some, the cheapest cabin is the best. Many thanks, Hi Julia. That sounds a great cabin. So, again it pays to do some research and study the deck plans to make sure you know exactly what you are booking or could be allocated. It could be a little noisy on occasion depending on whats beneath you but I wouldnt let that put me off. Sugested read: What is a Pullman bed on a cruise ship? If you book a Saver Fare or an Early Saver Fare your cabin number will be allocated for you at some point between booking and departure. I would like quiet and mid point of ship as i can get sea sickness. If you know what you are getting then it is perhaps ok otherwise, it can be a disappointment and put a bit of a dampener on your cruise before it has even begun. That means youll want to avoid cabins numbered 17201 17217 and 16201 16240. And when they do that, it lands straight onto the balconies beneath. These rustic-style houses have been around for . Thinking of booking a cruise on P&Os Iona but not sure what cabin to choose. I was concerned that it might be a bit noisy due to being not far from the headliners theatre. Hi Lucy. Is there anything I can do to move? Image: P&O Cruises, Cabin size: 255 sq ftBalcony size:20 sq ft, Category: CV, CW, CY, CZ - Conservatory Mini Suite with Balcony. Got 11102 booked for May next year for my birthday and our anniversary. Sea view cabins have a window thats handy to check the weather before getting dressed in the morning. It is very easy to get to the restaurants, bars and venues on decks six eight. The cabins themselves are fine. Jenni, Hi 1st time cruising after trying so hard last year to do Marella Asian Cruise but alas never happened Some balconies are almost as big as the cabin itself, which will provide lots of space for you all to sit outside together and enjoy the views of the Fjords. So many thanks for this There are also rehearsals and soundchecks in the afternoon for many of these venues so that is something to also keep in mind if you like an afternoon nap. Suggested read: P&O Ionas family facilities: Kids clubs, restaurants and excursions. Hi Phil. Hi Helen, thanks for you comments. Many people use the promenade deck to get a bit of exercise or just to wander around and take in the sea view. There are also two shows most nights in the Headlines Theatre and the SkyDome. Ionas inside cabins are between 101 and 190 square feet in size, with accessible inside cabins being 213 square feet in size. This means they are covered and sheltered balconies. Iona balcony cabins range in size from 107 square feet for single balcony cabins up to 226 square feet for deluxe balcony cabins and 362 square feet for accessible cabins. I just looked at the deck plan and your cabin seems to be in a brilliant location. However, before you book one of these its worth having a quick think about whether youll be ok in a room with no natural light. Previous Deck 8 Next Deck 10 Previous Deck 8 Next Deck 10 . I would imagine that the ships officers are more concerned about navigating than looking down onto anyones balcony, but if youd rather not be overlooked you might prefer to opt for an aft balcony cabin rather than a forward one. This exciting new cabin option includes a conservatory area with an L-shaped sofa in between the bedroom and the balcony. Id say youve picked one of the very best cabins on the ship there. Your travel agent or P&O Cruises will be able to advise on which are best suited to your needs. Jenni. The key to decoding the Iona cabin grades is to know that the first letter refers to the type of cabin (e.g. Ive had a look on the deck plan and this looks like a wonderful suite. The balconies are steel fronted instead of frosted or clear glass. Although if you wanted more space you could switch it for a deluxe balcony. Jenni, Are the cabin sizes shown on Ionas deck plan to scale? Port Guides It all worked out ok in the end but it got me thinking about what I should consider when booking my next cruise. I cant quite believe they were designed that way. Im looking at booking P & O Norwegian Fjords on Iona with 2 teenage kids so looking at an outside balcony cabin, is there any way of working out where the largest sq ft cabins are situated on the deck plan? If youre booking a cruise on P&O Cruises new ship, read on for all the information you need to choose the best cabins on Iona. Id love for you to come back and let us know after your cruise! Jenni. Iona, New ship, P&O Cruises Kathy Taylor June 5, 2021 p&o . Hi Laura. Heres one for Britannia, I would expect something not too different: https://www.cruisemapper.com/cabins/Britannia-1028. Jenni. Each cabin on Iona sleeps between one and four people. Thanks, Hi! They have more space than a standard balcony cabin, but they dont have suite perks. Of these, 16 decks are accessible to passengers and 11 decks have cabins. This is made so much more annoying by the fact that both rooms cost the same! Similarly, if you dont need interconnecting cabins then try not to book one. Im booking Iona for the Canary Islands in November and trying to get one of the central cabins with an extended balcony, such as 9514. Of course, youll need to take care not to allow your son on the balcony unattended, but Im sure you know that anyway. Note: Single cabins are available across different categories. The only suites on Iona without a balcony are the family sea view suites. Hi I have booked cabin number 8227 on iona is this a good cabin there are 3 of us. 10736 on Deck 10. If you are not very social or value your privacy then best to avoid these cabins. Enjoy your cruise! The liner has a total of 2614 passenger staterooms and max capacity 6264 (5204 lower berths). 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