Marella Explorer 2 cabins and suites

The cruise ship Marella Explorer 2 has a total of 907 passenger staterooms in 16 cabin categories. All staterooms feature standard amenities, including individually controlled air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom (WC, single-sink vanity, hairdryer, glass-door shower, toiletries, and soap dispenser), minibar (drinks at extra cost), refillable carafe (available at water dispensers), tea/coffee-making facilities, electronic safe box (hidden behind a mirror), USB charging points, and LED TV. All cabins are modern in design and provide generous storage space (three wardrobes — one double and one single), regardless of category.

Below is a review of Marella Explorer 2 staterooms, including amenities, furnishings, and complimentary services:

The ship has 26 connecting cabins, two of which are adjacent to Royal Suites, and seven wheelchair-accessible cabins (all located on Deck 5, behind the Reception Desk). A total of 30 cabins can be booked with single-occupancy rates, designed for solo travelers. Solo guests receive a welcome letter from the ship’s Social Hostess with details about all pre-scheduled “single cruise” themed onboard events.

Some staterooms are configured as triples or quads (with 3rd and 4th berths) and were originally intended for families with children. However, these cabins are no longer available for booking as Marella Explorer 2 now operates as an adults-only ship.

Inside/Interior Cabins measure 16 m² (170 ft²) and are located on decks 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 12. These cabins have no windows but feature a large mirror above the bed. Bathrooms are slightly smaller yet offer good storage. Outside/Oceanview Cabins are located on decks 4, 5, 8, 9, and 12. They are the same size (170 ft²) but include a large square porthole (non-opening window) above the bed.

Balcony Cabins are found on decks 8, 9, 10, and 12. They are the same size as Inside/Oceanview cabins but include a step-out balcony furnished with a small table and two deckchairs. Aft Balcony Cabins have larger verandas. Note: balconies on Deck 9 are overlooked by Deck 10 balconies, while Deck 10 balconies are overlooked by The Terrace (an alfresco dining and open-air stern area on Deck 11). Deluxe Balcony Cabins are larger (19 m² / 205 ft²) and located on decks 8, 9, and 10. Each Deluxe Cabin includes a sofabed (for a third passenger) and partition folding screens separating the bedroom and lounge areas.

Junior Suites measure 23 m² (250 ft²) and are located on decks 10 and 12. Each includes convertible twin beds (to Queen-size), a lounge area with sofabed (for a third passenger), and a step-out balcony furnished with two sunloungers, one table, and two deckchairs. Bathrooms feature a bathtub with shower (except Junior Suites 1200 and 1201, which have a shower only).

Executive Suites (Deck 10) measure 46 m² (495 ft²) and feature separate living and bedroom areas, a dressing area, walk-in wardrobe, and a large bathroom (bathtub with shower plus a separate shower). The living room includes a sofabed, two armchairs, coffee table, coffee machine, and a four-seat dining table. Balconies are furnished with two sunloungers, one table, and four deckchairs.

The two Royal Suites, located midship on Deck 10, are the largest staterooms in the Marella fleet (94 m² / 1,010 ft² each). Each Royal Suite features a powder room (guest WC near the entrance) with gold basin taps and marble accents. The bedroom has a King-size bed and HDTV, while the separate living room includes another HDTV, a double sofabed (for 3rd/4th passenger), two armchairs with footstools, a mirrored vanity table (writing desk with chair), and a dining area with a six-seat table. Additional features include a dressing room, walk-in wardrobe, and a large bathroom with double-sink vanity, separate shower, and whirlpool bathtub. The expansive balcony includes a whirlpool hot tub (Jacuzzi), two sunloungers, one table, and four deckchairs, and can be accessed from the bedroom, dining room, and lounge.

“Premium Service” is Marella Cruises’ suite-only program available to all Suite categories (Junior, Executive, Royal). Perks include priority/express check-in, one in-cabin continental breakfast in bed per week, complimentary pressing service (within the first 24 hours, up to three items per person), concierge service (for dining and tour reservations), a bottle of Champagne on embarkation day, and premium bath toiletries (Clarins). Express services (such as airport check-in and luggage delivery) are available subject to port facilities and scheduling.

Celebrity Century cabins review

On Celebrity Century, 40% of staterooms were Balcony, 65% Oceanview, and 35% Inside. The ship featured 300 cabins with triple/quad capacity (for 3rd/4th passengers), 84 connecting cabins, and 10 wheelchair-accessible cabins. In most rooms, an additional toddler bed (2x4 ft / 60x120 cm) could be added. All Suites and Family Cabins were equipped with Xbox 360 gaming consoles.

Below is a review of the ship’s staterooms when operated by Celebrity Cruises as Celebrity Century (capacity 956 staterooms):

• Guests in all Suites enjoyed 24-hour butler service, priority check-in, luggage packing/unpacking, shoeshine, expanded en-suite dining service (full room-service menu, afternoon tea, evening hors d’oeuvres, espresso/cappuccino), dining reservations and seating preferences, plus welcome gifts (champagne, fruit, flowers, Celebrity tote bag), and an iPod docking station.
• Additional Suite-class perks included complimentary premium beverages, golf umbrella, binoculars, specialty dining (all surcharge venues), unlimited free Internet, complimentary minibar (water, soft drinks, beer), access to the exclusive Michael’s Club lounge (with concierge service), and a Suite-only restaurant for all meals.

All balcony cabins and suites had floor-to-ceiling sliding doors leading to private verandas with lounge furniture. Standard amenities in all cabins included two twin beds (convertible to Queen), ample closet space, private bathroom (shower, hairdryer, toiletries, towels, bathrobes), sitting area (desk, drawers, vanity, sofa), smart HDTV, individual air-conditioning, direct-dial phone, safe, minibar (mini-fridge in AquaClass and Suites), Wi-Fi Internet, deluxe bedding (100% cotton), and 24-hour complimentary room service. Some cabins also had a sofabed or Pullman beds for 3rd/4th passengers.

• Penthouse Suites featured a master bedroom (King-size bed, TV, vanity, walk-in closet), bathroom (double sinks, whirlpool bathtub, shower stall), large living room (lounge seating, double sofabed, media center, two TVs, Bose sound system, DVD), dining room (pantry, wet bar), powder room (with shower), and a large balcony with whirlpool bathtub.
• Royal Suites had a master bedroom (two convertible twin beds, vanity, walk-in closet), bathroom (whirlpool bathtub, shower stall), large living room (lounge seating, double sofabed, media center, TV, home theater system, DVD), dining area (wet bar), and balcony with whirlpool bathtub.
• Sky Suites included twin beds (convertible), vanity, walk-in closet, bathroom (bathtub and shower), living room (lounge seating, double sofa, vanity, TV/DVD).
• Concierge Class cabins featured twin beds (convertible), sitting area (couch), and bathroom (shower). Guests enjoyed additional amenities such as concierge service (priority check-in, dining reservations, luggage delivery, disembarkation), afternoon tea/canapés, shoeshine, welcome gifts (fruit, flowers, champagne, tote bag), luxury bedding (pillow menu, deluxe mattresses), and exclusive access to the Concierge Class Lounge.

Celebrity Cruises’ Suite-only privileges also included free Wi-Fi, complimentary minibar (restocked daily), Xbox console, dedicated concierge service (packing/unpacking, newspaper delivery, specialty dining and spa reservations, shore excursion and private party bookings), priority services (check-in, embarkation, disembarkation, tendering), in-cabin dining (snacks and fruit between 7 am – 7 pm), and exclusive access to Deck 12’s X-Lounge (Champagne and premium spirits) with a private sundeck.