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The main Crown Princess cabins to avoid are those on the Riviera deck (deck 14) directly below the Lido deck pools and buffet, cabins that sit next to the self-service launderettes or above or below busy public rooms, and the oceanview cabins on the Emerald deck whose windows look out at lifeboats. For most cruisers the best Crown Princess cabins are midship balconies on decks 9 to 12, where there are cabins above and below you, the motion is gentlest and the walk to everything is short.

Below we cover every cabin grade, the quiet spots, the best picks for families and light sleepers, and how to check any cabin number before you pay the deposit.

Crown Princess at a glance: where the ship is sailing in 2026-27

Crown Princess entered service in June 2006 and is a 113,561-ton, 3,090-guest ship built by Fincantieri. It has around 1,545 staterooms, and roughly four in five outside cabins have a private balcony. It is one of three near-identical sisters, together with Emerald Princess, whose cabin layout we cover in a separate guide, and Ruby Princess.

The ship had a scheduled drydock between late November and mid-December 2025, so its soft furnishings and public rooms have been freshened up recently. There has been no announcement of a sale or transfer out of the Princess fleet. Its deployment is unusually varied, which matters when you choose a cabin:

• Autumn 2026: Australia and the South Pacific, including a round-Australia voyage that called at Fremantle in October 2026, before repositioning across the Pacific and through the Panama Canal.
• Winter 2026-27: Caribbean, including seven-night Eastern and Southern Caribbean round trips from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and 14-night Southern Caribbean sailings.
• Summer 2027: Alaska from Vancouver, with six- to nine-day sailings that include Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier and can be combined with a Denali land tour.
• Later: Princess has announced that Crown Princess will return to Australia and be based in Melbourne for the 2028-29 season.

Long Pacific crossings and the Panama Canal transit mean runs of sea days, when cabin location and motion matter most.

Crown Princess cabin types and grades

Princess sells Crown Princess cabins in six broad groups. Sizes below are approximate, because Princess and the deck-plan sites round them slightly differently.

Inside and oceanview cabins

Inside cabins are a sensible choice on itineraries packed with ports, and those midship on decks 9 to 12 are some of the quietest rooms on the ship. Some have pull-down upper berths for a third and fourth guest, which makes the floor space tight. Oceanview cabins are the same size with a picture window. The thing to watch is the Emerald deck (deck 8): many oceanview cabins there look out onto the lifeboats, and Princess prices these as obstructed-view rooms. If the view matters, pay the small extra for an unobstructed grade or a balcony.

Balcony and Premium Balcony cabins

Standard balconies make up the largest group of cabins. Because the side of the ship steps out on the lower decks, balconies on decks 9 and 10 can sometimes be seen from cabins above, while decks 11 and 12 feel more private. The ten Premium Balcony cabins at the aft end of deck 11 are widely considered some of the best balconies on board, with larger outdoor areas and wake views, but some have support beams in the sightline and you will feel more pitching at the stern than midship.

Mini-suites and Reserve Collection mini-suites

Mini-suites add a separate seating area with a sofa bed, two TVs, a bathtub and shower combination, and champagne on arrival. Princess has replaced its old Club Class branding with Reserve Collection, which applies to selected mini-suites on Crown Princess. Reserve Collection adds a dedicated dining area in the main dining room with no-wait seating, complimentary wine, upgraded bathrobes and evening canapés on request. These rooms are grouped on the Dolphin deck (deck 9), close to the middle of the ship, so they also make a good choice for anyone prone to seasickness.

Suites: Vista, Penthouse, Premium and Owner’s

• Vista Suites sit on the aft corners of decks 8, 9 and 10, with large wraparound balconies. Some corner balconies have partly obstructed views.
• Penthouse Suites are mostly midship on the Riviera deck (14), plus a pair aft on deck 10. The deck 14 suites are well placed for the pools but sit below the Lido deck (see the next section).
• Premium Suites are a pair forward on the Lido deck (15).
• Owner’s Suites are the two largest cabins, aft on the Aloha deck (12), with big balconies and wake views; a support beam crosses part of the view.

Suites include extras such as Concierge Lounge access, priority embarkation and disembarkation, and complimentary laundry.

Crown Princess cabins to avoid (and why)

No cabin on Crown Princess is truly bad, but these Crown Princess cabins to avoid carry known trade-offs worth weighing before you book.

Riviera deck cabins under the Lido deck

The Lido deck (15) holds Neptune’s Reef and Pool, Calypso Reef and Pool and the Horizon Court buffet area running from midship to the stern. Riviera deck (14) cabins underneath are popular because the pool is close, but cruisers on Princess forums regularly report hearing deck chairs being dragged and decks being cleaned from around 6am. The aft Terrace Pool is on deck 14 itself, so the cabins nearest it get door noise and passing foot traffic too. If you sleep lightly, book a deck lower.

Cabins next to launderettes

Crown Princess has self-service launderettes on most cabin decks. They are busy on sea days and in the evening, and the doors open and close constantly. Cabins directly next to them pick up chatter and the hum of dryers. They are marked on the Princess deck plan, so these are easy to spot.

Forward balconies and the extreme bow

Balconies at the front of the ship catch the wind when the ship is moving, which can make them unusable on sea days or in Alaska’s cooler air. The bow also pitches most in a swell, and cabins at the very front sometimes hear the anchor being dropped or raised at tender ports. They are fine for heavy sleepers on calm itineraries, but not ideal on a long Pacific crossing.

Cabins next to or above public rooms

The Princess Theater is at the bow on decks 6 and 7, Gatsby’s Casino is forward on deck 6, and Club Fusion is at the stern on deck 7. Cabins on the decks immediately above or below these spaces can pick up bass and late-night foot traffic. Cabins next to stairwells, lift lobbies and crew service doors get more corridor noise as well.

Obstructed-view and connecting cabins

Lifeboat-view oceanview cabins on deck 8 are fairly priced if you accept them, and disappointing if you didn’t notice. Connecting cabins are ideal for families, but if you are not travelling with the people next door you may hear them through the connecting door. Avoid them if you are a light sleeper.

The best cabins on Crown Princess for different travellers

For the quietest sleep

Choose a midship cabin on the Dolphin (9), Caribe (10), Baja (11) or Aloha (12) decks, where there are cabins directly above and below you and no venues nearby. These are passenger-only decks sandwiched between other cabin decks, so they are reliably calm.

For seasick travellers

Go low and central. Midship cabins on decks 8 to 10 move the least. Mini-suites on the Dolphin deck are a comfortable option. Avoid the bow and, on rough crossings, the high aft cabins.

For families

Crown Princess has two Family Suites forward on the Dolphin deck. Each combines a mini-suite and an inside cabin, linked through a living area, and sleeps up to six. They sell out early. Otherwise, look for connecting balcony cabins, or a balcony cabin with a third and fourth berth. Kids’ and teen centres are aft on the Sports deck (17).

For accessible travel

Princess lists 29 wheelchair-accessible staterooms on Crown Princess, spread across several grades. Book them as early as possible and confirm the specific layout (roll-in shower, door widths, balcony threshold) with Princess before you pay.

For scenery and wake views

Aft-facing cabins, including the deck 11 Premium Balconies, the Vista Suites and the Owner’s Suites, have wake views that are especially good in Alaska. Expect a little more vibration when the ship is manoeuvring.

How to check a Crown Princess cabin before you book

Top results often say “avoid noisy cabins” without telling you how to find them. This quick routine works for any cabin number:

1. Open the Princess deck plan for the deck above and the deck below your cabin. Look for pools, the buffet, galleys, the theater, lounges and launderettes directly above or below.
2. Use a cabin-check tool. Sites such as CruiseDeckPlans let you click a cabin and see what sits above and below it.
3. Look sideways. Stairwells, lifts, crew doors and launderettes beside the cabin are the most common source of corridor noise.
4. Check the category description for “obstructed view” or “partially obstructed” wording before you accept an upgrade or guarantee.
5. Think about your itinerary. A sea-day-heavy Panama Canal or Pacific crossing deserves a midship cabin. A port-intensive Caribbean week is more forgiving.

Guarantee cabins: the trade-off

A guarantee fare saves money because Princess picks the cabin for you within or above your grade. You cannot rule out a cabin under the Lido deck or next to a launderette. If your sleep is fragile, pick a specific cabin number instead.

Choosing between sister ships? Our guide to Ruby Princess cabins to avoid covers the third member of this class.

For the ship that started this design family, see our guide to the Grand Princess best and worst cabins.

FAQs

What is the best deck on Crown Princess?

For most people it is the Dolphin (9), Caribe (10), Baja (11) or Aloha (12) deck. These decks have cabins above and below, are well away from the pool and entertainment decks, and are a short lift ride from both.

Which cabins should I avoid on Crown Princess?

The cabins to weigh up carefully are Riviera deck (14) cabins under the Lido deck pools and buffet, cabins next to launderettes or stairwells, lifeboat-view oceanview cabins on deck 8, and forward balconies if you dislike wind or motion.

What does an obstructed balcony or view mean on Princess Cruises?

It means something, usually a lifeboat, support beam or structural overhang, blocks part of the view from the window or balcony. Princess flags these cabins in the category description and normally prices them lower.

Is Crown Princess being sold or leaving the Princess fleet?

No sale or transfer has been announced as of October 2026. Crown Princess is scheduled for the Caribbean in winter 2026-27 and Alaska from Vancouver in 2027, and Princess has announced a Melbourne season for 2028-29.

Are Crown Princess mini-suites worth it?

Often, yes. A mini-suite is far bigger than a standard balcony cabin, adds a sofa bed and a bathtub, and Reserve Collection mini-suites add dining and in-room perks, which adds up on long voyages.

A Ruby Princess mini-suite is about 323 sq ft including the balcony, roughly half as big again as a standard balcony cabin, with a separate sitting area, sofa bed, two TVs and a bathtub. Reserve Collection mini-suites (what Princess used to call Club Class) add a private dining area, priority boarding and a few in-cabin extras. Full suites on Ruby Princess are larger again and come with the widest set of perks, but there are only 26 of them, plus two family suites.

This guide explains every suite and mini-suite option on Ruby Princess as she sails from San Francisco in 2026-27, what the perks really include, where each type is on the ship and which ones give the best value. If you are still deciding between a regular balcony, oceanview or interior cabin, read our companion guide to Ruby Princess cabins to avoid and the best cabins to book first.

Ruby Princess suites and mini-suites at a glance

Ruby Princess has 178 mini-suites, 26 suites and 2 family suites out of 1,542 cabins. The sizes below come from Princess and from the CruiseDeckPlans category pages. Suite sizes differ slightly between sources, so treat them as approximate.

For comparison, a standard Ruby Princess balcony cabin is 214-222 sq ft including the balcony, so a mini-suite gives you roughly 100 sq ft more.

The Ruby Princess mini-suite

The Ruby Princess mini-suite is the most popular upgrade on the ship, and with 178 of them it is also the easiest to find. It is essentially a longer balcony cabin with a sitting area at the window end.

What you get in a mini-suite

• Twin beds that convert to a queen (Princess notes some layouts cannot be converted, so check)
• A separate sitting area with a sofa bed for a third guest; some also have a pull-down bed for a fourth
• Two flat-screen TVs, a mini-fridge, a desk and a walk-in closet
• A full bathroom with a bathtub and shower combination, which standard balcony cabins do not have
• Egyptian cotton linens, a welcome glass of champagne and evening turndown with chocolates
• A balcony with patio furniture

Mini-suite drawbacks to know about

Most standard mini-suites on Ruby Princess are on Dolphin deck (9). The balconies on this deck are uncovered and can be seen from the decks above, so they offer little privacy. On the plus side, they get plenty of sun and an open-sky feel. If privacy matters more to you, look at the mini-suites on Emerald deck (8), which sit under the deck above. Balcony sizes vary from cabin to cabin, from about 46 to 89 sq ft, so compare individual cabins on the deck plan rather than assuming they are all the same.

A standard mini-suite does not include suite perks such as priority boarding, free laundry or a mini-bar. You pay mostly for space, the bathtub and the sofa bed.

Ruby Princess Club Class and Reserve Collection mini-suites

If you see “Ruby Princess Club Class” in older reviews, it refers to the same thing Princess now sells as the Reserve Collection mini-suite. Princess renamed Club Class to Reserve Collection in early 2023 and kept the same core perks. On Ruby Princess, Reserve Collection mini-suites are in the M1 category on Dolphin deck (9). The cabin itself is the same size and layout as a standard mini-suite. What changes is the service.

Reserve Collection perks

• Reserve Collection dining: a private area of the main dining room with its own entrance, no wait for a table, dedicated waiters and extra menu choices. It is open for breakfast and dinner daily, plus lunch on sea days.
• Priority embarkation and disembarkation at the start and end of the cruise.
• A bottle of wine in your cabin on boarding day, and evening canapés on request.
• Upgraded bathrobes and bath products, plus the Princess Luxury Bed.
• Priority help booking specialty restaurants.

Is Reserve Collection worth it on Ruby Princess?

It depends on how you like to eat. If you prefer the main dining room and hate waiting for a table or being seated with others, the private dining area is the biggest benefit, and it adds up over a 7 or 10 night cruise. If you mainly eat at the buffet or specialty restaurants, you will get much less from it, and a standard mini-suite is better value. Price gaps vary by sailing, so compare both before you book.

Ruby Princess suites: which are best and worst value?

All full suites on Ruby Princess share the same core layout: a bedroom area, a separate living area with a sofa bed, a wet bar, a walk-in closet and a bathroom with a tub and separate shower. The differences are mostly size, balcony and location.

Owner’s suite: the most space

The owner’s suites on Aloha deck (12) are the largest suites on the ship, with the biggest balconies. Aloha deck has cabin decks above and below, which is good for quiet. If you are spending a long time on board and will use the space, these are the top choice.

Penthouse suites: the sweet spot

Penthouse suites on Caribe (10) and Aloha (12) give you most of the space of an owner’s suite for less money. They tend to be the best value full suite for couples who want room to spread out.

Vista suites: cheapest way into a full suite

Vista suites are the entry-level full suites. They still come with full suite perks and a generous balcony. The ones on Emerald, Dolphin and Caribe decks are in quieter areas. The Vista suites on Lido deck (15) are on the same level as the pools and buffet, which is convenient but can be busier.

Premium suites: check the location first

Premium suites are on Riviera deck (14), directly below the Lido deck. That puts you close to the pools and food, but some guests on this deck report early-morning noise from deck chairs and cleaning above. If you are a light sleeper, a Penthouse or a Vista suite on a lower deck is a safer choice.

Family suites

Ruby Princess has two family suites on Dolphin deck (9), made by connecting two cabins. Princess describes them as two-bedroom suites that sleep up to eight. They are a good alternative to booking two or three separate cabins, but because there are only two, they sell out early on school holiday sailings.

What full suite guests get

Princess lists these perks for suite guests (on top of the Reserve Collection benefits above). Some depend on the ship and cruise length, so check the current list for your sailing.

• Complimentary laundry and professional cleaning
• A complimentary mini-bar set-up
• Complimentary breakfast in a private venue and a specialty restaurant dinner on boarding day, with a glass of bubbly
• Priority disembarkation at tender ports and at the end of the cruise
• A suite experience manager for reservations and requests, and a concierge lounge on ships that have one

Note that suites and mini-suites do not automatically include the Princess Plus or Princess Premier packages. For 2026 sailings these are sold separately at about $65 (Plus) and $100 (Premier) per person per day when bought before the cruise, unless your fare promotion bundles them in.

Mini-suite vs balcony vs suite: which should you book?

One extra tip: on Ruby Princess’s longer Hawaii and Mexican Riviera cruises, the free laundry included with full suites saves real money and a lot of packing. On a shorter cruise, the extra perks matter much less, and a mini-suite is usually the better buy.

If you are comparing ships, our Crown Princess cabins guide covers a sister ship with a very similar layout, while the newer Sun Princess cabins guide shows how the suite offer differs on Princess’s newest ships, which use the Sanctuary Collection instead.

For a tier-by-tier comparison of mini-suite, Reserve and Sanctuary perks across the fleet, see our guide to Princess suite benefits.

FAQs

What do you get with a mini-suite on Princess?

On Ruby Princess a mini-suite gives you about 323 sq ft including the balcony, a separate sitting area with a sofa bed, two TVs, a bathtub with shower, Egyptian cotton linens, a welcome glass of champagne and turndown with chocolates. Suite perks like priority boarding and free laundry are not included unless you book a Reserve Collection mini-suite or a full suite.

Does Ruby Princess have Club Class?

Not under that name. Princess renamed Club Class to Reserve Collection in 2023. Ruby Princess has Reserve Collection mini-suites on Dolphin deck with private dining, priority boarding and in-cabin extras.

Are Dolphin deck balconies on Ruby Princess private?

Not very. Dolphin deck (9) balconies are uncovered and can be seen from decks above. They get lots of sun and open sky, but if privacy matters, consider mini-suites on Emerald deck or a covered balcony elsewhere.

How many suites are on Ruby Princess?

Ruby Princess has 26 suites with balconies plus 2 family suites, and 178 mini-suites. Suite types include owner’s, penthouse, premium and vista suites.

Is a mini-suite worth it over a balcony on Ruby Princess?

Often yes, if the price gap is small. You get about 100 sq ft more space, a sofa bed and a bathtub. If you rarely spend time in your cabin, a standard balcony is the better value.

The Ruby Princess cabins to avoid are mostly a question of location rather than category: cabins on Riviera deck (14) that sit under the Lido deck pools and buffet, obstructed-view oceanview cabins, cabins at the far forward and aft ends if you are prone to seasickness, and cabins next to busy lifts, stairwells or service areas. The best cabins for most people are midship balconies on the middle decks, especially the larger half-covered balconies on Caribe deck (10).

Ruby Princess is a 113,561-ton, 3,080-guest ship with 1,542 cabins, and it is sailing from San Francisco through 2026-27 on California Coast, Mexican Riviera, Hawaii, Pacific Northwest and Alaska itineraries. Because she does a lot of open-Pacific sailing, where your cabin sits matters more than on a calm Caribbean route. This guide covers every cabin type, from inside cabins to balconies. If you are thinking about a mini-suite or full suite, our companion Ruby Princess suites and mini-suites guide covers those in detail.

Ruby Princess cabins at a glance

Ruby Princess is a Crown-class ship, a stretched version of the older Grand-class design. Cabins run from deck 5 (Plaza) up to deck 15 (Lido), and Princess calls them staterooms. Here is how the main categories compare, using the sizes Princess publishes.

Around 80% of outside cabins have a private balcony, so even at the lower end of the balcony price range you have plenty of choice.

Ruby Princess cabins to avoid

None of the cabins on Ruby Princess are bad in themselves. The problems people run into almost always come from what is above, below or next to the cabin. These are the locations worth thinking twice about.

Riviera deck cabins under the Lido deck

Riviera deck (14) is the deck directly below Lido (15), where the main pools and the World Fresh Marketplace buffet are. Cabins here have covered balconies and are close to food and sun, but some guests report hearing deck chairs being moved and cleaning crews working early in the morning, and pool deck noise late in the evening. Other guests on the same deck hear very little, so it varies cabin to cabin. If you are a light sleeper, choose a deck that has cabins above and below you instead, such as Baja (11) or Aloha (12).

Obstructed-view oceanview cabins

Princess sells some oceanview cabins as obstructed (category codes OV, OW, OY and OZ). Most are on Emerald deck (8), where the lifeboats hang outside the windows, and there are a few on Lido deck (15). The level of obstruction varies a lot: some cabins have a partial view past a lifeboat, while others look straight at one. If the price gap to an unobstructed oceanview is small, it is usually worth paying it. If all you want is daylight, an obstructed cabin can still be a sensible saving.

Cabins near lifts, stairwells and service areas

Cabins right beside a lift lobby or main staircase are convenient but can get corridor chatter late at night and early in the morning. Cabins near crew doors, service lifts or galley areas can get trolley and door noise at odd hours. Cabins next to the self-service launderettes see steady foot traffic on sea days.

Cabins above or below loud public rooms

On the lower decks, look at what sits above or below your cabin. Cabins directly under or over the theater, casino, nightclub or main lounges can pick up music and rehearsal noise. Most cabin decks on Ruby Princess are sandwiched between other cabin decks, which is exactly what you want, but cabins at the edges of the public-room decks are worth a quick check.

Far forward and far aft if you get seasick

The ends of the ship move the most in a swell. On routes like the California coast, Hawaii crossings and Pacific Northwest cruises, open-ocean days can be lively. Forward cabins can also pick up anchor and thruster noise when the ship docks. If you are prone to seasickness, a midship cabin on a lower or middle deck is the safest choice.

Best cabins on Ruby Princess

When people ask about the best cabins on Ruby Princess, they usually mean the best value for a normal budget. These are the locations that tend to work well.

Caribe deck balconies (deck 10)

Caribe deck balconies are frequently recommended by regular Ruby Princess cruisers. On this deck the balconies are deeper than the standard ones and are partly covered and partly open to the sky, so you get more room and some privacy. The trade-off is that the open part can be seen from balconies higher up.

Midship balconies on Baja and Aloha (decks 11 and 12)

These decks have cabin decks above and below, covered balconies and a central position for motion. They make a good default if you just want a quiet, stable balcony cabin and do not want to study the deck plan for hours.

Aft-facing balconies

Aft cabins look out over the wake, and some aft-facing balconies on Ruby Princess are larger than side balconies. They are popular on scenic itineraries. The downsides are more motion in rough seas, a longer walk to the theater and forward lounges, and occasional engine vibration or wind. Good for good sailors, not ideal if you get seasick.

Interior and oceanview cabins on lower decks

If you are on a budget, a midship interior cabin on a lower deck is the most stable and darkest option on the ship. Plaza deck (5) has oceanview and interior cabins low in the ship, a good choice if you want stability and do not mind using the lifts.

Mini-suites and suites

Mini-suites on Dolphin (9) and Emerald (8) decks give you noticeably more space and a sofa bed for not much more than a balcony on some sailings. Note that Dolphin deck balconies are open from above, so they offer little privacy. For full comparisons, perks and which suites to skip, see our guide to Ruby Princess suites and mini-suites.

Avoid this, book that instead

How to check a Ruby Princess cabin before you book

This is the step most people skip, and it is the one that avoids most cabin complaints. Before you pay a deposit, do this:

1. Find the cabin on the deck plan. Use the deck plans on princess.com or a free tool like the Ruby Princess cabin check on CruiseDeckPlans.
2. Look one deck up and one deck down. You want cabins above and below you. Watch for the buffet, pool deck, theater, casino, nightclub or galley.
3. Check either side. Look for lifts, stairs, crew doors, service areas and launderettes next to the cabin.
4. Read the category code. Obstructed oceanview codes on Ruby Princess are OV, OW, OY and OZ. A balcony category description will often say whether the balcony is larger or partly open.
5. Check the bed layout. Princess notes that in some cabins the twin beds cannot be pushed together into a queen. If that matters, ask before booking.

The guarantee cabin gamble

A guarantee fare (often shown as a category guarantee) is cheaper because Princess picks the cabin for you, at or above the category you paid for. You might get a great location, but you might also end up under the Lido deck, at the very front of the ship or with a partly blocked view in that category. If you are a light sleeper or get seasick, pay a little more to choose your exact cabin.

Which Ruby Princess cabins suit which travellers?

• Light sleepers: mid-deck balcony or interior cabins with cabins above and below, away from lifts.
• Seasick travellers: midship, as low as you are comfortable with. Avoid the forward and aft ends.
• Families: a mini-suite with a sofa bed, two connecting cabins, or one of the two family suites on Dolphin deck, which sleep up to eight.
• Alaska and scenic cruising: any balcony, but aft-facing and Caribe deck balconies are the most popular.
• Guests with limited mobility: Ruby Princess has 31 wheelchair-accessible cabins across suite, mini-suite, balcony, oceanview and interior categories. Midship cabins near the lifts cut down walking.
• Tight budgets: an interior cabin, with the money saved spent on a drinks package or a specialty dinner.

If you are comparing sister ships, the layout and advice are very similar on our Crown Princess cabins guide and Emerald Princess cabins guide, since all three ships share the same basic design.

Quick checklist before you book

• Is the cabin midship-ish, or are you comfortable with motion at the ends?
• Is there a cabin deck directly above and below?
• Is it at least a few doors from lifts, stairs and launderettes?
• If it is oceanview, is the category obstructed?
• If it is on Dolphin or Caribe deck, are you happy with a balcony that is partly visible from above?
• Have you checked whether the beds convert to a queen?
• Would a guarantee fare save enough to be worth the risk?

Prices for Ruby Princess sailings move around a lot, especially on repositioning and Pacific Northwest cruises. Our cruise deals for 2027 roundup is a good place to watch for offers once you know which cabin type you want.

FAQs

Which cabins should I avoid on Ruby Princess?

The main ones to avoid are Riviera deck (14) cabins directly under the Lido deck pools and buffet if you are a light sleeper, obstructed oceanview cabins (OV, OW, OY and OZ) if you want a clear view, far forward and aft cabins if you get seasick, and cabins right next to lifts, stairwells and service areas.

What is the best deck to stay on Ruby Princess?

For most people, the middle cabin decks are best: Caribe (10), Baja (11) and Aloha (12). They have cabin decks above and below, and a midship cabin there gives a good balance of stability and access to the rest of the ship.

Are Caribe deck balconies on Ruby Princess bigger?

Yes, many Caribe deck balconies are deeper than standard balconies and are partly covered and partly open. That gives you more space, but the open section can be seen from balconies above.

What does an obstructed balcony or oceanview mean on Princess?

It means something, usually a lifeboat or part of the ship’s structure, blocks some or all of the view from your window or balcony. On Ruby Princess the obstructed categories are oceanview cabins, mainly on Emerald deck (8), and the level of obstruction varies from cabin to cabin.

Where is the best place to stay on Ruby Princess to avoid seasickness?

Book a midship cabin on a lower or middle deck. That part of the ship moves the least. Interior or oceanview cabins on lower decks are the most stable, and a midship balcony on deck 10 or 11 is a good compromise.