Margaritaville Islander deck 9 plan (5 Oclock Somewhere-Cabins-Lido-Pools-Spa)
Deck layout and review

Review of Margaritaville Islander deck 9 (5 Oclock Somewhere-Cabins-Lido-Pools-Spa)
5 O'clock Somewhere Deck
St. Somewhere Salon & SPA is the ship’s full‑service spa and beauty salon where guests can book paid treatments and wellness services during their cruise. The venue, branded as St. Somewhere Spa & Salon, offers a range of services for both men and women, including massages, facials, body wraps, manicures, pedicures and salon services such as hair treatments; these services are performed by trained professionals and are not included in the cruise fare, requiring separate payment or pre‑booking. The spa area also typically includes treatment rooms and a reception/check‑in area, and appointments should be scheduled early in the sailing as availability can fill up. The St. Somewhere Spa & Salon is positioned alongside other leisure amenities near the pool deck and is designed to provide a relaxation and beauty retreat atmosphere where guests can unwind and enjoy personalized wellness and grooming treatments.
Pool Deck with Landshark & 5 o'Clock Somewhere pools (served by Landshark & 5 o'Clock bars) features multiple outdoor pool areas designed for different experiences grouped around the main Lido deck. The LandShark Pool sits forward and is paired with the multi‑level LandShark Bar, offering an open‑air pool area with hot tubs, in‑pool tables and a large screen for entertainment such as sports and music displayed outdoors. The 5 O’Clock Somewhere Pool area, also on Deck 9, includes a retractable roof so it can be used in varied weather conditions, hot tubs and seating surrounded by loungers and cabanas, and it is served by the 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar and adjacent stage space where live music and performances take place throughout the day. Both of these main pool spaces have complimentary seating and cabanas available on a first‑come, first‑served basis and provide casual, sun‑oriented settings for swimming, relaxing and socializing, with drinks and food purchased separately unless a beverage package is applied. Together, these pools form the central daytime outdoor recreational zone of the Islander’s upper deck recreation.
Mexican Cutie Cantina is a complimentary casual dining venue located on the pool deck adjacent to the 5 O’Clock Somewhere Pool, offering quick‑service Mexican‑style food included in the cruise fare. It serves breakfast burritos with eggs, sausage, chicken and potatoes with toppings in the morning hours and reopens for lunch with options such as customizable street‑style tacos, rice bowls and quesadillas with choices of chicken, pork or beef and a small toppings bar for additional condiments. The concept is designed for easy poolside dining and reflects a build‑your‑own approach with fresh ingredients rather than a sit‑down restaurant format.
Cheeseburger in Paradise is a complimentary casual burger venue located at the 5 O’Clock Somewhere Pool area on the pool deck. It operates as a walk‑up burger bar included in the cruise fare where guests can build their own burgers with freshly prepared ingredients and a variety of toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles and sauces, and they are typically served with seasoned fries. The station is open for lunch and early evening hours and functions as a quick‑service poolside dining option reflecting the Margaritaville theme with classic American fare in an outdoor setting adjacent to the ship’s main pool and bar spaces.
Frank and Lola's Pizzeria is the ship’s casual pizza venue near the main buffet area where guests can get pizza as part of their cruise experience. It serves made‑to‑order pizzas, including slices of classic options like cheese, pepperoni or mushroom throughout much of the day and into late-night hours, and during some sailings these pizzas are accessible within the buffet service without additional charge, although wait times can vary because pies are prepared fresh. Guests also have the option to order a whole pizza for an additional cost, including room delivery for a fee; toppings can range from traditional selections to island‑inspired combinations. The pizzeria functions as an informal, quick‑service food option on the pool deck level alongside other casual dining stations and is included in the lineup of relaxed dining choices on the Islander.
Port of Indecision Buffet is the ship’s main included casual buffet restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner for passengers at no additional charge. It provides a range of buffet‑style food across scheduled meal periods with typical breakfast items such as eggs, breakfast meats, fruit and pastries, and for lunch and dinner a selection of salads, soups, cold cuts and hot entrées that vary by service, along with desserts; there is complimentary coffee, tea and soft drinks included during meals. The buffet’s layout can include multiple serving stations, though some sailings note the variety is more limited compared with larger cruise‑line buffets. The Port of Indecision Buffet is a central daytime dining option near other casual pool‑deck venues such as Frank and Lola’s Pizzeria and the Mexican‑style cantina.
Margaritaville Coffee Shop is a specialty coffee venue located within the Port of Indecision Buffet area where guests can purchase espresso‑based drinks such as espresso, cappuccinos, lattes, chai tea, iced frappes and other hot or cold beverages, all for an additional cost rather than being included in the cruise fare or most drink packages. It also sells breakfast and snack items such as pastries, croissants, sandwiches and other up‑charge food options, with pricing for drinks and food typically separate and payable aboard. The space is open daily from early morning into the evening, and seating is shared with the nearby buffet seating rather than a dedicated coffee shop lounge area; specialty coffee here is not included in beverage packages and all items are priced individually.
Adults Only: Island Eats, Tiki Grill, Bar & Pool refers to the adults‑only outdoor hospitality area located at the aft section of the pool deck, separate from the family‑oriented pools and dining spaces. This zone includes the Tiki Bar and adjacent adults‑only Tiki Pool, where only guests meeting the cruise line’s age requirement for adult‑only areas (typically 21+) may enter, and it offers lounging and swimming space designed for a quieter, grown‑ups‑focused environment. Within this adults‑only section are two food concepts that operate for additional cost: Island Eats, a seafood‑focused quick‑serve shack serving items such as peel‑and‑eat shrimp, tuna nachos, and crab salad with menu pricing per item, and Tiki Grill, a tropical‑inspired food counter offering entrées such as fire‑grilled filet skewers, crispy wings, and desserts like piña colada crème brûlée. Both Island Eats and Tiki Grill are situated next to the Tiki Bar and adults‑only pool and are not included in the base cruise fare, and the Tiki Bar itself serves cocktails and other drinks for purchase while providing ocean views and a relaxed, island‑style setting for adult guests.
Cruise cabins from 9001 to 9031, all of which are fore-located and in types Grand Terrace Suites, Extended Balcony Staterooms, Breezy Balcony Staterooms, Premium Extended Balcony, and Cozy Interior Staterooms.
