Viking Sky cabins and suites

Follows the review of Viking OCEAN's ship Viking Sky staterooms, including furnishings, price-included amenities, and complimentary services:

• Decor - light woods, nautical colors
• King-size "Viking Explorer" bed (deluxe mattresses and linens, cashmere blankets), with optional twin-bed configuration.
• Luxurious private bathroom (with heated floor and heated mirror), glass-door shower, hairdryer, premium Freyja bath products and toiletries, deluxe bathrobes, slippers, towel warmers, and ample storage space.
• The seating area is furnished with a sofa, coffee table, vanity desk with chair, and wardrobe. A full-length mirror (with mini lights) can double as a night light, with the switch conveniently positioned by the bed.
• Satellite phone (direct-dial, located on the vanity desk), smart HDTV (3D, infotainment/interactive TV system for Internet access, room service ordering, movies-on-demand, live webcam views, Viking Cruises channel for news, enrichment lectures, and port talks), in-room binoculars, personal safe, individual climate control, and 220V/110V power outlets (European and American standard plugs). The room key card must be inserted into a slot (by the entry door) to activate the cabin’s electrical outlets and lighting.
• Coffee machine, mini-bar (replenished daily with bottled water, soft drinks, and snacks).

On all cabin decks, there is a launderette (complimentary passenger-use laundromat). These self-service laundry rooms are equipped with ironing boards, washers, and dryers. Detergent is also provided free of charge.

All cabin categories include complimentary movies on demand and 24-hour room service. All Suite categories (as well as Deluxe cabins) also receive complimentary laundry, pressing, and shoeshine services.

• Welcome Champagne bottle (Suites and Deluxe cabins).
• Priority cabin access: Explorer and Junior Suites (upon embarkation at 11 am), Penthouse Veranda (1 pm), Deluxe Veranda (2 pm), Standard Veranda (3 pm).
• Priority dining reservations (days prior to departure): Explorer Suite (90), Junior Suite (80), Penthouse Veranda (70), Deluxe Veranda (60), Standard Veranda (none).

All guests (except those in Standard Veranda cabins) also enjoy priority reservations for Viking Ocean shore excursions.

Veranda and Deluxe Veranda cabins (categories V and DV) are very similar (225 ft2 / 21 m2, with an additional 45 ft2 / 4 m2 balcony). Each includes a lounge area (2 armchairs and a coffee table), and the balcony is furnished with 2 chairs and 1 table (suitable for outdoor dining). The main difference is that V-Veranda cabins do not include a mini-bar, and guests cannot pre-book restaurant reservations. Veranda staterooms also lack binoculars, coffee machines, and cashmere blankets (standard in higher categories). Additionally, Deluxe Veranda guests can access their cabins one hour earlier on embarkation day (2 pm vs 3 pm).

Penthouse Veranda cabins (category PV) are larger (280 ft2 / 26 m2, with a 60 ft2 / 6 m2 balcony) and include upgraded services. Furnishings are similar to lower categories, but with additional storage space (extra drawers) and a slightly larger bathroom (including a larger shower). Additional perks include priority dining reservations (Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants Chef's Table and Manfredi’s), as well as complimentary pressing and shoeshine. Cabin access on embarkation day is available from 1 pm.

Penthouse Junior Suites (category PS) are the ship’s smallest suites (335 ft2 / 31 m2, with a 70 ft2 / 7 m2 balcony). The lounge area includes a sofa, coffee table, and 2 armchairs, along with 2 HDTVs (one facing the bed and one in the seating area). The bedroom is separated from the living area by a curtain. Additional amenities include early embarkation access (11 am), guaranteed dining reservations (Chef’s Table and Manfredi’s), and complimentary laundry, dry-cleaning, pressing, and shoeshine. Two wheelchair-accessible Mini-Suites are also available, featuring roll-in showers and roll-out balconies.

Explorer Suites (category ES) range from 460–700 ft2 / 43–65 m2, with balconies sized 165–490 ft2 / 15–46 m2. Located forward and aft (at the ship’s corners), they offer panoramic views on two sides. Compared to forward-facing suites, aft-facing units have larger balconies (some furnished with loungers), smaller living rooms, and larger bathrooms with balcony-facing windows (forward suites feature a TV instead). Forward suites also have glass windbreaks on their balconies, which do not fully wrap around like those aft. Each Explorer Suite includes a dining table for four, a spacious living room (sofa, coffee table, 2 armchairs), and a walk-in closet. Perks are similar to those of Penthouse Suites.

Viking OCEAN Explorer Suite bathrooms are among the best-rated at sea. Each features a glass-enclosed shower-bathtub with ocean views, a separate sitting area, and a spacious double-sink vanity with ample storage. Additional highlights include Italian handcrafted fixtures and heated tile floors.

The single Owner’s Suite (category OS, located forward-starboard on Deck 7) is the ship’s largest accommodation (1320 ft2 / 123 m2, with a 175 ft2 / 17 m2 balcony). It includes a living room (sofa, coffee table, chairs, wet bar), separate dining area (6-seat table), walk-in closet, powder room, separate bedroom (king bed, walk-in closet), and a private boardroom (10-seat table, guest bathroom, butler’s pantry with small oven). The master bathroom features a double-sink vanity and large shower, plus a unique oceanview sauna. The veranda is furnished with cushioned loungers, a table, and chairs. Suite perks include a custom-stocked mini-bar, early embarkation (11 am), guaranteed dining reservations, and complimentary laundry, dry-cleaning, pressing, and shoeshine.

The complimentary 24-hour room service menu includes pasta (bolognese, pesto, Pomodoro), grilled salmon, cured Norwegian salmon (gravlax), grilled chicken, burgers (including vegetarian), chef’s salad, and cheese plates. Breakfast options include hot and cold sandwiches, French toast, pancakes, oatmeal, eggs, and fresh fruit.

Viking OCEAN cruise deals are all-inclusive, offering the following as part of the cruise fare:

• 1 complimentary shore excursion in each port of call
• Complimentary beverages, including beer and house wine at lunch and dinner
• Free Wi-Fi with unlimited Internet access
• Complimentary dining at specialty restaurants (excluding only the lowest-category balcony cabins)
• Tipping/gratuities - the recommended gratuity is USD 14 per person per day, automatically added to the onboard account (adjustable at Reception). A 15% gratuity is automatically applied to bar purchases.

Beverages at onboard bars and lounges are priced separately, averaging around $6 for cocktails, $4 for beer, and $5–6 for wine by the glass. Viking Cruises’ “Silver Spirits” beverage package costs $420 per cabin (for two guests) and includes unlimited cocktails (up to $9 each), beers, premium wines by the glass, one bottle of sparkling wine, specialty coffees, and unlimited soft drinks.