Symphony Of The Seas cabins and suites

Symphony Of The Seas staterooms (2759 total) include 190 Suites, 1316 Balcony, 176 Oceanview, 502 Inside, as well as 477 Boardwalk-Central Park Balcony, 78 Boardwalk-Central Park Interior, and 18 Promenade View cabins. Most cabins are sized 150-180 ft2 / 14-17 m2. Most cabin balconies are sized 55 ft2 / 5 m2. The largest is the Royal Loft Suite (1530 ft2 / 142 m2, plus an 850 ft2 / 79 m2 terrace with Jacuzzi). The total number of cabin categories is 38, including the "Guaranteed" categories (W-Suite, X-Balcony, Y-Oceanview, Z-Inside).

The cruise ship has a total of 46 handicap staterooms (ADA-certified, wheelchair-accessible cabins) in the following types/categories: Crown Loft Suite (1), Junior Suite (2), Family Balcony (1), Balcony (24), Boardwalk-Park Balcony (8), OceanView (2), Inside (8).

• Disabled cabins offer the following special amenities: open bed frames, wider cabin and bathroom doors, larger turning spaces, lowered vanity (sitting area), lowered closet rods, and bathrooms with roll-in showers, fold-down shower benches, grab bars, hand-held showerheads, lowered sinks, and raised toilets.
• Passengers booked in handicap-category staterooms are required to complete the "Guest Special Needs Form".
• All handicap cabins are conveniently located near the ship's elevators.
• All public restrooms on the ship have accessible stalls and automatic door systems. All decks provide elevator access. All onboard dining venues, bars, and lounges offer wheelchair access and seating.

Smoking in the suites/cabins or on their balconies is forbidden.

Below is the review of RCI Symphony of the Seas staterooms, including amenities, furniture, and services. You can see furniture details on the cabin plans shown above.

All Suites have King-size beds, large bathrooms (whirlpool bathtub, separate shower), vanity area, walk-in closets, large living rooms (Queen-size double sofabed, dining area/pantry, wet bar, dry bar, kitchen, dining table), and a step-out balcony (sliding floor-to-ceiling doors, whirlpool bathtub, sun loungers, deckchairs). Guests in all Suites (excluding only Junior Suites) enjoy the following bonus amenities: Concierge Service (24-hour Concierge Lounge access, continental breakfast, hors d'oeuvres, CD/DVD library, private party arrangements, priority services for Salon/Spa reservations, booking RCI cruise tours/excursions, and dining reservations).

All Royal Caribbean Loft Suites are Duplex Apartments (accommodations on 2 levels/decks). They feature separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 with bathtub, 1 shower-only), and large outdoor terraces (with premium garden furniture, 4-seat dining tables, and some with outdoor Jacuzzi tubs). The Loft Suite's lower level houses the living room and dining room (dry bar, bath with shower), while the upper level houses the bedroom and the full bathroom (with bathtub). Some Loft Suites are accessible (with an elevator), and some are connecting.

Royal Loft Suites have 2 bedrooms (2 twin beds /to double, 2 Pullman /bunk beds, 2 vanities/chairs), 2 bathrooms (master bathroom has bathtub), a dry bar (mini-fridge), living area (double sofa bed), dining room (table, chairs), and media center (surround sound, large flat TV, stereo, CD/DVD player). These suite accommodations are rated among the top 10 best suites at sea. Each features a 1600 ft2 (~150 m2) indoor area plus an 874 ft2 (roughly 80 m2) terrace balcony (wrapping around the suite) with its own outdoor whirlpool bath and dining area. Among the suites' prominent features are also the 2-story-high floor-to-ceiling windows (glass walls), an upstairs bedroom (glass wall partition with blackout curtains), and an adjoining bathroom (separate bathtub and shower, double-sink vanity with a bidet). On the main level, there is a second bathroom with shower. The main-level living room has a sofa convertible to a double bed. The suite's master bathroom (on level 2) is roughly the size of a standard Royal Caribbean cabin. Rated among the top suite bathrooms at sea, the Royal Loft Suite's bath (included in the suite combo image below) features an open-space design, a huge whirlpool tub, floor-to-ceiling windows with ocean views, 2 rain-head faucets, 2 sinks, a bidet, and ample cabinet space for toiletries and towels. On Royal Caribbean Caribbean cruises, Royal Loft Suite fares start at USD 1200 per person, per night.

Crown Loft, Star Loft, and Owners Suites have a living room (double sofabed), dining room (dry bar, 4-seat table), bathroom (with bathtub), bedroom (with twins /convertible to double bed), and balcony (outdoor dining area with a 4-seat table and wet/dry bars).

Also unique to RCI Oasis-class cruise liners are the aft-facing Aqua Theater Suites with huge wraparound balconies overlooking the ship's Aqua Theater (show lounge with large plunge pool and live entertainment). They come in two types (1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom) and have a living room (double sofabed), media center, dining area, and separate bedroom (twins convertible to double bed). The larger Aqua Theater Suites have 2 separate bedrooms (1 with double bed, 1 with bunk beds), 2 bathrooms (1 with bathtub, 1 shower-only), and dining room (dry bar, 4-seat table).

Grand Suites (Family Suites) also come in two types (1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom), with the larger ones having 2 separate bedrooms (1 with double bed/convertible to twins, 1 with 2 bunk beds), living room (vanity, double sofabed), 2 separate bathrooms (1 with shower, 1 with bathtub), and balcony (4-seat dining table).

All balcony staterooms have floor-to-ceiling sliding doors opening to a private step-out verandah. The ship's mid-aft section is humped (wider). Cabins on the outer part of the aft hump are premium-location staterooms. Aft on each side, there are groups of hump balcony rooms considered premium locations. Since the decks there are wider, these cabins have larger verandas and offer excellent views (side to side and also when looking down). Depending on weather/wind conditions, aft-facing cabins may experience soot issues. Most aft balconies offer views of the Aquatheater.

Family Balcony cabins have 2 twin beds (convertible to Royal King-size), bathroom (shower), living area (double sofabed), and a separate sleeping area with 2 bunk beds.

Boardwalk-Central Park Balcony cabins are all with step-out verandahs, while Boardwalk-Central Park View cabins have a Picture Window. These accommodations (also unique to Royal Caribbean Oasis-class ships) are located above the "Boardwalk Neighborhood" and the "Central Park Neighborhood" (overlooking the ship's interior), so noise could be an issue. Be advised that all Central Park and Boardwalk balcony cabins have "interior balconies." These are not private, as they can be viewed from verandas located on the opposite side.

Category 1K-Ultra-Spacious Oceanview (Family Oceanview) cabins are perfect for families with more children. This is a family-type stateroom (bow-facing) with a master bedroom (2 single twin beds convertible to a double bed), second bedroom (2 Pullman beds / upper and lower bunks), a double sofabed (in the living room), 1 bathroom (WC-shower), and 2 large round-shaped windows (non-opening).

Family Interior cabins each have 2 lower single beds (convertible to Royal King-size), a separate bedroom (with 2 Pullman beds / lower-upper bunk beds), and 1 double sofabed.

Most Oceanviews have a large Picture Window (size is 24 inches / 61 cm) and expanded lounge areas (with double sofabed). The exception is all forward-facing oceanviews (on decks 7 through 11), which have slanted windows overlooking the ship's bow. The "family oceanview" cabin categories 1K (Ultra Spacious), 1R (Family Interior), and 1V (Family Balcony) feature twin beds convertible to a double bed, 2 Pullman beds, 1 double sofabed, larger closet space, and an expanded living area.

Category "Promenade View Interior" cabins are also unique accommodations available on the largest RCI cruise ships. These are inside cabins with bowed windows (bay window) overlooking the Atrium's Royal Promenade. The bowed window provides more interior space and is also a great vantage point for watching the Royal Promenade's "street" activities, including the parade each evening. Remember to keep the curtains closed at night, as there are Promenade cabins across the street too.

Another unique Royal Caribbean cabin type is the "Interior Virtual Balcony." The stateroom features a floor-to-ceiling LED screen (size 80-inch / 2 m). This is a 4K ultra-HD screen (no TV functions) that receives real-time/live video streaming from the cruise ship's outside cameras. This means you can enjoy "balcony views" without paying for the higher-priced cabins with step-out balconies.

Royal Caribbean's single cabins (Studios) are double staterooms with no single supplement required. These Studios are designed for passengers traveling solo and are available in categories SW-Studio Interior (with Virtual Balcony), 2O-Studio Oceanview, and 2B-Studio Balcony. Studio cabin sizes range between 100-200 ft2 (9-19 m2). Currently, Symphony OTS does not offer any Single Oceanview or Single Interior cabins, which on Harmony OTS are located on deck 4 starboard.

All Symphony OTS cabins, as standard/complimentary amenities, offer 2 twin beds (convertible to Royal King), ample closet/drawer space, en-suite bathroom (WC-toilet, shower, single-sink vanity, hairdryer, bath products), sitting area (desk, drawers, vanity, couch/convertible sofabed), smart HDTV (infotainment system, Internet, on-demand movies), individual air-conditioning, direct-dial phone, electronic safe box, lifejackets (in the closet), radio, minibar, Internet access, 24-hour room service (5-12 am /complimentary), European and US/UK electrical outlets, and USB charging points. Twin bed size is 36 x 82 inches (90 x 210 cm).

In-cabin babysitting is available for an hourly fee (US$19 per child), with a maximum of 4 children per stateroom. For in-cabin use, movies, toys, and games suitable for children with autism can be borrowed.

In-cabin coffee maker rentals are offered on the cruise ship, allowing passengers to rent an Illy Espresso machine for in-room use. The Illy coffee maker's rental pricing depends on the number of capsules: 14 capsules (machine rental price USD 39), 21 (USD 56), 28 (USD 69), and 35 (USD 79).

Wi-Fi costs US$15 per device, per day (50% discount on a second device). The Wi-Fi is always on (shipwide coverage) and super fast (even for streaming movies).

Among the new technologies implemented on all Royal Caribbean ships are the RFID wristbands (aka WOWbands). These are optional replacements for RCI's traditional SeaPass cards. They allow passengers to make onboard purchases (shopping, paying for drinks and food, casino play) and also to access their cabins. WOWBands are made of silicone, offered in different colors (black, blue, white, yellow), and can be used on other Royal Caribbean ships (with reprogramming). They were first introduced on Quantum OTS as a complimentary amenity for all guests. Subsequently, RCI started charging US$5 for WOWBands (available for purchase at the Guest Services desk). Junior Suite and above passengers receive their wristbands for free (placed in envelopes in the cabins).

Note: Through RCI's "EAT-DRINK-PLAY" promotion (offered in 2017-2019), passengers booked in Boardwalk/Central Park balcony cabins received new perks, including complimentary food, beverages, and exclusive activities. Boardwalk Balcony rooms (categories B1-B2) received one free dinner for 4 (at Johnny Rockets/deck 6), the Royal Refreshment package (drink package for 2), and a private Rock-Climbing-Wall family experience (on deck 7). Central Park Balcony rooms (categories C1-C2) received one free lunch for 2 (at Giovanni's Table/deck 8), plus 1 bottle of red wine (in cabin) and private gambling lessons from an expert (at the Casino Lounge/deck 4).

Ultimate Family Suite

On Symphony OTS, Royal Caribbean introduced the "Ultimate Family Suite" - a new cabin type (8-passenger, 2-bedroom loft suite sized 125 m2 / 1350 ft2). The new cabin type features an in-cabin slide (from the kids' bedroom on the upper level down to the living room on the lower level), floor-to-ceiling LEGO wall, air-hockey table, 2 hanging egg swing chairs, separate TV room (3D movies, popcorn machine, media library, video gaming consoles with games), and a large wraparound balcony (sized 20 m2 / 210 ft2, fitted with bumper pool table, small climbing wall, full-size whirlpool).

Royal Suite Class cabins

A new booking category, "Royal Suite Class" (suite accommodations only), offers the ship's highest-paying guests the ultimate Royal Caribbean all-inclusive cruise experience. It is marked by 24-hour personal butler service, all-inclusive drinks, included gratuities, free Internet, exclusive Coastal Kitchen access, and unlimited thermal suite access. Also included is exclusive access to Barefoot Beach - the suite-passengers-only private beach on Labadee (the line's private resort in Haiti).

Royal Suite Class bookings are available fleetwide (on all Royal Caribbean ships). Royal Suite Class staterooms are offered in all 3 service levels:

Sea Class cabins

This cabin class includes all Junior Suite categories, including Family, Spa, and connecting. The package includes luxury-brand bottled water, luxury-brand amenities and products (Hermes, Ferragamo, L'Occitane), and a Memory Foam Pillow Top Mattress. "Sea Class" passengers also enjoy complimentary suite-exclusive dining at Coastal Kitchen (dinner only).

Sky Class cabins

This cabin class includes suites in the following categories: AquaTheater, Crown Loft, Owners, Royal Family, Superior Grand, and Grand. Sky Class cabins enjoy unlimited Suite Lounge access, luxury bath products, Memory Foam Pillow Top Mattress, unlimited Thermal Suite access, free Internet, luxury-brand bottled water, in-room dining, exclusive access to the suites-only private sundeck (Suite Sun Zone), and reserved VIP seats at both theaters (Royal Theater and AquaTheater). "Sky Class" passengers also enjoy complimentary suite-exclusive dining at the Coastal Kitchen restaurant (breakfast, lunch, dinner).

Star Class cabins

This cabin class includes suites in the following categories: Royal Loft, Owners Loft, 4-Bedroom Family, Grand Loft, Sky Loft, and 2-Bedroom AquaTheater. The list of included amenities covers all of the above, plus complimentary fitness class, in-cabin movies, mini-bar, specialty restaurant dining, exclusive access to the suites-only private sundeck (Suite Sun Zone), and reserved VIP seats at both theaters (Royal Theater and AquaTheater). Also included is Royal Caribbean's unlimited drink package, "Ultimate Beverage," and the 24-hour Royal Genie (butler) service.

The Royal Genie butlers are certified by the British Butler Institute (a private school in London, England). Royal Genie butler service offers reservations (for restaurants, shows, shore excursions, Spa, etc.), in-cabin dining, laundry and pressing, luggage handling, and packing and unpacking. "Star Class" passengers also enjoy complimentary dining at the suite-exclusive restaurant Coastal Kitchen (breakfast, lunch, dinner).

Note: The suite-only complimentary dining at Coastal Kitchen (specialty restaurant) is available only to passengers booked in the same Suite. Invited guests (not booked in the same accommodation) must pay the restaurant's cover charge.