Carnival Encounter cabins and suites
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Byron Beach Presidential Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 1 |
| Cabin size: | 615 ft2 / 57 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 115 ft2 / 11 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | portside-aft on deck 12 |
| Type (categories): | (SB) Presidential Suite / fka (GS) Grand Suite with Aft-Facing Balcony |
The Bedroom has a King-size double bed (non-convertible to twins), bedside cabinets (with reading lamps), writing desk and chair, HDTV. There is direct access to a walk-in closet and a full bathroom (whirlpool bathtub/WC/separate shower, double sink vanity).
The Living Room has a double sofabed, armchairs, low table, HDTV, 4-seat dining table, mini-bar, wet bar, coffee maker, phone. There is a separate bathroom (WC/single sink) and a powder room (vanity table/make-up mirror).
The aft-facing terrace is fitted with two patio chairs, 2 loungers, and a 4-seat dining table.
Bonus perks/complimentary amenities include wine and welcome treat (upon arrival), complimentary room service, complimentary minibar selection (water, soft drinks), coffee machine, and complimentary laundry (wash and fold service).
These are in addition to the standard Byron Beach Suite amenities (complimentary Byron Beach Club access, immediate cabin access after boarding, exclusive breakfast at Angelo’s restaurant, complimentary continental breakfast (in-cabin service with coffee and tea), Byron Beach Club bathrobes and slippers (to use during the current cruise), plus standard Suite perks - priority services (check-in/boarding/dinner reservations at specialty restaurants/debarkation at homeport, tender boat boarding at call ports), complimentary laundry service (wash and fold, 1 bag per cruise), 2x large bottles of water, pillow-top mattress, premium brand bath products, bathrobes.
8-Berth 2-Bedroom Family Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 8 |
| Staterooms number: | 2 |
| Cabin size: | 340 ft2 / 32 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 90 ft2 / 8 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | forward on deck 9 |
| Type (categories): | (S8) Two-Bedroom Family Suite |
Two-Bedroom Family Suite's amenities include two bathrooms (now with shower, one with shower over bathtub), bathrobes and slippers, walk-in wardrobe, coffee machine.
8-BERTH Family Suite's bonus amenities/perks include:
- priority embarkation/disembarkation/tendering
- priority specialty dining and spa reservations/shore excursions and Future Cruise bookings
- pillow concierge (3 different types of pillows)
- Welcome Aboard letter (from the Hotel Director)
- Welcome Aboard beverages (a glass of sparkling wine on arrival)
- fresh fruits (bowl in the cabin)
- complimentary shoeshine service, laundry service, bottled water
- private cocktail invitation (with the senior officers)
- exclusive party (on longer than 5-night itineraries)
- premium brand bath products
- complimentary Afternoon Tea service (in-cabin) and Breakfast (in-cabin), daily snacks and canapes (in-cabin)
Balcony Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 22 |
| Cabin size: | SV (330 ft2 / 31 m2), PB (305 ft2 / 28 m2), PA (380 ft2 / 35 m2), OS (410 ft2 / 38 m2) |
| Balcony size: | PB-SV (170 ft2 / 16 m2), PA (155 ft2 / 14 m2), OS (180 ft2 / 17 m2) |
| Location (on decks): | SV (8-9-10), PB (10), PA (10-11), OS (11) |
| Type (categories): | (OS) Owners Suite, (PA) Penthouse, (PB) Premium, (SV) Vista |
All Pacific Encounter ship's Suite categories enjoy free access to Bayron Beach Club (exclusive sundeck / relaxation complex located forward on Deck 16).
Balcony Suites are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.
DOUBLE Suites are with 1x Queen bed (2x twin beds) plus double sofabed.
TRIPLE and QUAD Suites are with the following bed sleeping arrangements/bed configurations:
- Queen/single beds + single sofa + upper bunk
- Queen/single beds + double sofabed
- Queen/single beds + single sofabed
- Queen/single beds + single sofa + fold-out bed
The interior's size varies between 300- 645 ft2 / 28-60 m2.
Cabin's door width is 57 cm.
Balcony's size varies between 120-170 ft2 / 11-16 m2.
Balcony Suite's amenities include a larger bathroom (shower over bathtub, separate WC-toilet, bathrobes, slippers), 65-inch TV, walk-in wardrobe, coffee machine, iPod music player (provided upon request).
Balcony Suite's bonus amenities/perks include:
- priority embarkation/disembarkation/tendering
- priority specialty dining and spa reservations/shore excursions and Future Cruise bookings
- pillow concierge (3 different types of pillows)
- Welcome Aboard letter (from the Hotel Director)
- Welcome Aboard beverages (a glass of sparkling wine on arrival)
- fresh fruits (bowl in the cabin)
- complimentary shoeshine service, laundry service, bottled water
- private cocktail invitation (with the senior officers)
- exclusive party (on longer than 5-night itineraries)
- premium brand bath products
- complimentary Afternoon Tea service (in-cabin) and Breakfast (in-cabin), daily snacks and canapes (in-cabin)
Star Princess ship's cabin grades were (S2) Owners Suite, (S3) Penthouse Suite, (S4) Premium Suite, (S5-S6) Vista Suite.
Mini Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 180 |
| Cabin size: | 275 ft2 / 26 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 45 ft2 / 4 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | 8, 9 |
| Type (categories): | (M1, MA, MB, MD, ME) Mini Suite |
Mini-Suites are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.
DOUBLE Mini-Suites are with 1x Queen bed (convertible to 2x twin beds).
TRIPLE Mini-Suites are 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed) and a single sofabed.
QUAD Mini-Suites are 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen bed), a single sofabed and an upper bunk bed.
Category M1-Mini Suite passengers enjoy free access to Bayron Beach Club (exclusive sundeck / relaxation complex located forward on Deck 16).
Suite's door width is 57 cm.
Mini-Suite's amenities include a larger bathroom (shower over bathtub, separate WC-toilet, bathrobes, slippers), walk-in wardrobe, two TVs.
Balcony Suite's bonus amenities/perks include:
- priority embarkation/disembarkation/tendering
- priority dining and spa reservations/shore excursions booking
- pillow concierge (3 different types of pillows)
- fresh fruits (bowl in the cabin)
- Welcome Aboard letter (from the Hotel Director)
Balcony Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 515 |
| Cabin size: | 170 ft2 / 16 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 45-90 ft2 / 4-8 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | 8 (B2-BF), 9 (B2), 10 (B2-BE), 11 (BA-BB-BD-BE), 12 (BB-BC-BE-BF), 14 (BC-BF) |
| Type (categories): | (B1-Connecting, B2, BA, BB, BC, BD, BE, BF) Balcony staterooms |
Balcony cabins are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.
TWIN cabins are with 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed).
TRIPLE cabins are with 2x single beds plus one upper bunk.
QUAD cabins are with pop-up single bunk beds (two sets of single bunks/1x upper + 1x lower). Lower bunks can be joined to a Queen-size double bed (+ 2 upper bunks). Some QUADS are with 1x single bed, 1 single sofabed and 2x upper bunks.
The cabin door's width is 57 cm.
Oceanview Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 212 |
| Cabin size: | 160-190 ft2 / 15-18 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | OC-OF (5), O1-OV-OW-OY (8), OP (12) |
| Type (categories): | (O1-Connecting-Obstructed View, OC-OF, OV-OW-OY-Obstructed View, OP-Porthole) Oceanview / Outside staterooms |
Oceanview cabins are in 3 types - DOUBLE, TRIPLE and QUAD.
TWIN cabins are with 2x single beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed).
TRIPLE cabins are with 2x single beds plus one upper bunk.
QUAD cabins are with 2x lower single beds and 2x upper bunks.
The cabin door's width is 57 cm.
Star Princess ship's oceanview cabin categories were OV, OW, OY, OZ-Obstructed, OC, OF, OE-Porthole.
Interior Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 366 |
| Cabin size: | 160-180 ft2 / 15-17 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | II-IA (10-11), IB (9-10-11-12), IC (5-8-12-14), ID (9-10-11), IE (8-9-10-11-12), IF (5-8-12-14) |
| Type (categories): | (II-Connecting, IA, IB, IC, ID, IE, IF) Interior / Inside cabins |
The cabin door's width is 57 cm.
TWIN Interior cabins are with two lower twin beds convertible to a Queen-size double bed.
TRIPLE Interior cabins are with two lower twin beds plus one upper bunk (single).
QUAD Interior cabins are with two lower twin beds plus two upper bunks (single).
Wheelchair-Accessible Handicap Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 38 |
| Cabin size: | 215-390 ft2 / 20-36 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
| Type (categories): |
The cabin door's width ranges between 86-88 cm. The bathroom door's width is 83 cm.
Wheelchair-accessible (adapted for passengers with disabilities) cabins feature wider doorways (cabin and bathroom), more spacious interiors (to allow wheelchairs to be used inside), larger bathrooms (shower only/no bathtub or hot tub, shower seat, extra handrails, no steps), a ramp to access the balcony, pillow menu (3 different types of pillows).
TWIN CABINS are with twin beds (convertible to a Queen-size double bed, except cabins 9732 thru 9733, which are with two single beds (fixed against the walls).
TRIPLE CABINS (category IE) are with 2 single beds plus 1 upper bed. The other categories are with double occupancy.
On P&O Pacific Encounter cruise ship, handicapped cabins are in the following categories (room numbers):
- OW (8301, 8302, 8303, 8304)
- MD (9732, 9733)
- IB (10248, 10252, 10312)
- B2 (10301, 10302, 10303, 10304)
- IC (12248, 12252,12312, 14248, 14252)
- BB (11301, 11302, 11303, 11304)
- IE (8716, 8717)
- BC (12301, 12302, 12303, 12304)
Carnival Encounter cabins review
Carnival Encounter cabins with balconies number 719, representing 80% of all 935 outside staterooms. There are 25 wheelchair-accessible cabins (12 with balconies, 4 oceanview, and 9 interior).
Below is a review of Carnival Encounter staterooms, highlighting amenities, furnishings, and included (complimentary) services:
- Suites with step-out balconies (Grand Suites, all grades of Balcony Suites, and Mini-Suites) feature walk-in closets (ample storage space), living rooms (sofabed, desk, vanity table, armchairs), and bathrooms with WC-toilet, shower stall, whirlpool bathtub, and double sinks.
- Family Suites consist of three interconnected rooms, with the living room in the center. Both bedrooms offer ample closet space, a bathroom (shower and bathtub), desk, and drawers. The living room includes a sofabed. Floor-to-ceiling sliding doors open to a large step-out balcony.
Additional suite amenities include deluxe mattresses and pillows, two HDTVs, CD/DVD player, upgraded bathroom products (massage showerheads, luxury toiletries), luxury balcony furniture, and complimentary access to Spa Thermal Suite, Internet Café, laundry/dry cleaning services, and a one-time minibar setup.
All balcony cabins have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a private verandah furnished with one round table and two patio chairs. These cabins include large wardrobes, bathrooms (WC and shower), desks, and drawers. Some have extra beds for third/fourth guests. Category BI is designated as Interconnecting (Family Balcony).
Oceanview (outside) cabins feature a picture window (Category OP has porthole windows). Categories OV, OW, and OY have obstructed views. Category OI is Interconnecting (Family Outside). Interior cabins share the same size and amenities as Oceanviews but without windows. Category II is Interconnecting (Family Inside).
All Carnival Encounter staterooms include complimentary amenities such as a living area (mirrored vanity, writing desk, seating), two twin beds (convertible to a Queen-size double), deluxe bedding sets (Egyptian cotton linens), wardrobe, desk with chair, smart HDTV, direct-dial phone, electronic safe, lifejackets (in the closet), hairdryer, bath products (shampoo, body lotion, conditioner), mini-bar/fridge, individual air-conditioning, evening turndown service, and complimentary 24-hour room service.
During the Star Princess ship’s 2017 refurbishment, all staterooms were outfitted with the “Princess Luxury Bed,” developed in collaboration with Dr. Michael Breus (“The Sleep Doctor”) and designer Candice Olson. These new beds feature luxury pillow-top mattresses, individually wrapped coils (to reduce surface sway), and hypoallergenic duvets.
Top-tier Suites and M1-Mini Suites have exclusive access to Byron Beach Club (Deck 16 forward), complimentary in-cabin dining (hors d’oeuvres), and priority embarkation, disembarkation, and tendering. They also have access to a dedicated section of the Main Dining Room (MDR) reserved for Suite guests, offering expedited seating, personalized waiter service, an exclusive menu featuring chef’s specials, and tableside dish preparation. Suite Dining is available daily for breakfast and dinner, and for lunch on sea days only.
Cots are available in select cabins only and are not offered in interior or oceanview quad staterooms. Bedding configurations in triple and quad staterooms may vary. Queen-size bedding may not be available when upper bunks (3rd and 4th beds) are in use.
Wheelchair-accessible cabins feature wider doorways (accommodating wheelchairs), no bathroom thresholds, and handrails throughout the bathroom. Ambulatory Accessible cabins include grab bars and/or fold-down shower seats. These are not considered wheelchair-accessible staterooms.
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