Ensuring you get a cabin you’re happy with is important when booking a cruise. When selecting a cabin, it’s essential to consider both the cabin type and its location on the ship.

Which cabin is right for me?

Cabin types

<h2>Cabin types</h2><h3>Inside cabins</h3><p>This is a practical and pocket-friendly choice if you simply need a comfy place to sleep each night and know your days will be spent enjoying everything your ship offers.</p><p>Depending on the ship, Inside cabins include the following types:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Standard</li><li>Larger&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p>Approximate size: 134-205 square feet&nbsp;</p>


<p><b>Please note&nbsp;</b>the cabin shown in the 360 tour is one example of how your cabin might look. Cabin's vary based on ship and cabin grade.&nbsp;</p>


<h3>Suite</h3><p>Indulge in the epitome of VIP treatment throughout your holiday with our dedicated butler service, spacious accommodation, a superior bathroom, inclusive room service, breakfast each day in an exclusive restaurant, delicious canapés delivered on Celebration Night plus all the luxuries included with Mini-suites.</p><p>Approximate size: 382-937 square feet</p><p>Available on: Arcadia, Arvia, Aurora, Azura, Britannia, Iona and Ventura</p>


<h3>Penthouse Suites</h3><p>Indulge in unparalleled luxury. Our elegant Penthouse Suites offer expansive living spaces, stunning floor-to-ceiling windows, and breathtaking balcony views of the ship's wake – a sight you'll never grow weary of. Ideal for those seeking an unforgettable adventure.</p><p>Penthouse Suites are available on Aurora, Azura and Ventura.</p>


<p><b>Please note&nbsp;</b>the cabin shown in the 360 tour is one example of how your cabin might look. Cabin's vary based on ship and cabin grade.&nbsp;</p><p>Two-tiered Penthouse Suites are only available on <b>Aurora</b>.</p>


<h3>Family Suites</h3><p>We offer Family Suites that accommodate up to four or six people, depending on the Suite type. Our Family Suites are well equipped for the whole family's needs, with many having additional beds.</p><p>Family Suites are available on Azura and Ventura.</p><ul><li>They consist of a balcony cabin with an internal cabin attached.</li><li>A minimum of four and a maximum of six guests can occupy this cabin.</li><li>The first four guests occupying this type of cabin will pay adult fares unless promotional fares are in place, which would be discussed at the time of booking.</li></ul><p>Family Sea view Suites are available on Arvia and Iona.&nbsp;</p><ul><li>They don't feature a balcony and have a maximum of four beds.&nbsp;</li><li>These suites are bookable in the same way as the other three- or four-bed cabins.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Please note: not all cabin types are available on every ship. Visit our accommodation page to discover the cabin types on each ship.&nbsp;&nbsp;</b></p>


Cabin facilities and amenities

<h2>Cabin facilities and amenities&nbsp;<br></h2><p>Each type of cabin has different facilities and amenities. Find out more <a href="/help-hub/centre/life-on-board/cabins/cabin-facilities-and-amenities">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


Which cabins are best for solo travellers?

<h2>Which cabins are best for solo travellers?&nbsp; &nbsp;</h2><p>We have a range of accommodation options for you to choose from as a solo traveller. In every cabin, you’ll have a comfortable bed for the perfect night’s sleep after a long day exploring, plenty of space to store your belongings and your own en-suite bathroom. Depending on your cruise and the ship, our single rooms are available as <b>Inside</b>,<b> Sea view</b> and <b>Balcony cabins</b>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>If you'd like more space, we can offer bigger rooms with king-sized beds and a sea view or balcony. Double roomed cabin will cost the full amount even if it's just one person staying in it.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also, in some of our rooms, such as Mini-suites and Suites, there’s a little more luxury: a spacious lounge area, complimentary Champagne and chocolates on arrival, butler service, a bathrobe and slippers, and a whirlpool bath to relax in – plenty of space and little touches to make your solo cruise holiday even more special.&nbsp;</p>


Which cabins are best for families?

<h2>Which cabins are best for families?&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2><p>The best cabins for families are those that offer a little more space. These are:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><b>Inside cabins (Larger)&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li>Larger Inside cabins can be found on all family-friendly ships (Arvia, Azura, Iona, Britannia, Ventura)&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li></ul><p><b>Sea view cabins<br></b></p><ul><li>Sea view cabins can be found on all family-friendly ships (Arvia, Azura, Iona, Britannia, Ventura)&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Balcony cabins&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></b></p><ul><li>Superior Deluxe can be found on Azura, Britannia, Ventura</li><li>Deluxe with Sofa can be found on Arvia, Iona&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><p><b>Suites&nbsp;<br></b></p><ul><li>Suites can be found on all ships. Check out the ones on our family-friendly ships (Arvia, Azura, Iona, Britannia, Ventura)&nbsp;</li><li>Family Suites are available on Azura and Ventura&nbsp;</li><li>Family Sea view Suites are exclusive to Arvia and Iona&nbsp;</li><li>Mini-suites are available on Arcadia and Aurora&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Conservatory Mini-suites are exclusive to Arvia and Iona&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p>All our standard cabins and suites can accommodate families of up to four guests. However, selected cabins on Britannia, Arvia and Iona can now accommodate up to five guests.&nbsp; Click <a href="/new-family-cabin-options/frequently-asked-questions">here</a> to find out more.</p><p>The additional beds are sofa beds or upper pull-down beds. How your cabin accommodates the extra guests depends on your ship and the cabin grades you book. For example, when booking an Inside or a Sea view cabin, the additional beds are usually upper pull-down beds; for Balcony cabins and Mini-suites, the extra beds are usually sofa beds. Please note that Iona and Arvia have sofa beds in all their cabins with one upper pull-down bed over the sofa.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>When cabins have upper pull-down beds, the lower beds must always be set up as twin beds. This is for health and safety reasons. Cabin stewards fold these upper beds against the wall during the day, and they make the cabin up every day throughout your holiday.&nbsp;</p>


<p>Find out more about each cabin grade&nbsp;<a href="/help-hub/centre/life-on-board/cabins/cabin-grades">here.</a> This will allow you to locate the exact cabin location on your chosen ship. &nbsp;</p>


<p><b>Please note </b>the cabin shown in the 360 tour is one example of how your cabin might look. Cabin's vary based on ship and cabin grade.&nbsp;</p>


<h3>Families of six or more&nbsp;<br></h3><p>Families of six or more will need two cabins. Families of five may also require two cabins, depending on the ship and grade booked. Children under 16 can’t stay in their own cabins, so you must book cabins with interconnecting doors. </p><p>With interconnecting cabins, you’ll need two of the same cabin type, such as two Inside cabins, two Sea view cabins or two Balcony cabins. Some Suites connect to Inside cabins, which can be a good option for families with three or more children or those cruising with grandparents.&nbsp;</p><p>Find out more in our articles&nbsp;<a href="/help-hub/centre/booking-a-cruise/booking-a-cabin/how-to-link-multiple-cabins">‘How to link multiple cabins</a>’ and ‘<a href="/help-hub/centre/booking-a-cruise/booking-a-cabin/add-multiple-cabins-of-different-types">How to add multiple cabins of different sizes when booking</a>’.</p><h3>Families with younger children&nbsp;</h3><p>For families with younger children who don't like the thought of their little one being in an upper pull-down bed, a travel cot or rail bed guards can be requested once you’ve made your booking – both are free of charge. Your cabin steward can fold away the travel cot during the day.&nbsp;</p>


Which cabins are best for large groups?

<h2>Which cabins are best for large groups?</h2><p>Selected cabins on Britannia, Arvia and Iona can accommodate up to five guests, but each standard cabin and suite can accommodate up to four guests. For large groups, we recommend booking multiple cabins.<br><br>Find more information on five guest cabins on our&nbsp;<a href="/new-family-cabin-options/frequently-asked-questions">new family cabin option faqs</a>&nbsp;page.</p><p>You can book up to three cabins in a single booking on our website. You will see the ‘Add another cabin’ option on the Booking Summary page when booking online. To find out more, <a href="/help-hub/centre/booking-a-cruise/booking-a-cabin/add-multiple-cabins-of-different-types">click here</a>.&nbsp;<br></p><p>If you wish to select more than three cabins in one booking, please get in touch with our friendly <a href="/contact-us">Customer Contact Centre.&nbsp;</a></p><p>We can offer a cruise holiday deal for groups of 16 or more guests. Please <a href="/contact-us">contact us</a> or <a href="/group-travel">find out more about large group travel here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>There’s also more detail in our articles <a href="/help-hub/centre/booking-a-cruise/booking-a-cabin/how-to-link-multiple-cabins">‘How to link multiple cabins</a>’ and ‘<a href="/help-hub/centre/booking-a-cruise/booking-a-cabin/add-multiple-cabins-of-different-types">How to add multiple cabins of different sizes when booking’</a>.&nbsp;</p>


Which cabins are best for accessibility?

<h2>Which cabins are best for accessibility?&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2><h3>Fully accessible&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></h3><p>We have some fully accessible cabins of the following types (each cabin type varies from ship to ship):&nbsp;<br></p><ul><li>Inside&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Sea view&nbsp;<br></li><li>Sea view obstructed view&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Sea view partially obstructed view&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Balcony&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Deluxe Balcony&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Superior Deluxe Balcony&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Suite<br></li></ul><h3>Partially accessible&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3><p>We have some partially accessible cabins of the following types on Arcadia, Arvia and Iona:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Inside&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Larger Inside&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Sea view&nbsp;<br></li><li>Sea view obstructed view&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Deluxe Balcony&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Suite&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Mini-suite&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li></ul><h3>Ambulant-accessible&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></h3><p>We have some ambulant-accessible cabins of the following types on Arvia:&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></p><ul><li>Sea view&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li><li>Balcony&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li></ul><h3>For more detail about accessibility cabins<br></h3><p>View our article <a href="/help-hub/centre/life-on-board/cabins/what-does-an-accessible-cabin-look-like">‘What does an accessible cabin look like?</a>’&nbsp;</p><p>Visit our ‘Accessible cabins and ship access’ page <a href="/accessibility/life-onboard/accessible-cabins-and-ship-access">here.</a></p><p>Please view our deck plans to find which accessible cabins are available on which ship.&nbsp;</p><p><b>Please note, if you’re bringing a mobility scooter or an electric wheelchair, you must be booked into an approved fully accessible cabin or a selected Suite or Mini-suite. Please contact us or your travel agent to find out about availability. For more information visit our <a href="/accessibility/life-onboard/mobility-equipment">accessibility page.</a></b></p>


Cabin layouts and bed configurations

<h2>Cabin layouts and bed configurations&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></h2><p>Across all our ships, each type of cabin and suite has a different layout and bed configuration. Find out more about <a href="/help-hub/centre/amending-and-cancelling-a-booking/amending-cabins/change-bed-configurations">cabin layouts and bed configurations here</a>.</p>


Choosing your cabin location and cabin allocation

<h2>Choosing your cabin location and cabin allocation<br></h2><p>When you book a P&amp;O Cruises Select Price holiday, you can choose the exact location of your cabin, subject to availability. Select Price has several other benefits, too. For more information about Select Price, <a href="/deals/select-price">click here.</a><br></p><p>If you haven’t booked a Select Price holiday, or you don’t wish to choose the location of your cabin, we’ll allocate a cabin to you. Most cabin allocations are typically done at least two weeks before sailing but can occur right up to the day of departure. Don’t worry if you can’t see this on your booking; please arrive at the terminal as planned on your embarkation day.&nbsp;</p><p>Please note that there are different grades within each cabin type. <a href="/help-hub/centre/life-on-board/cabins/cabin-grades">You can find out more about cabin grades here</a>. Once you’ve selected the type and grade of cabin that best suits your needs, you can choose its exact location on your ship’s deck plan:&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></p><ul><li><a href="/cruise-ships/arcadia/1#deck-plan">Arcadia deck plans&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="/cruise-ships/arvia/0#deck-plans">Arvia deck plans</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="/cruise-ships/aurora/6#deck-plans">Aurora deck plans</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="/cruise-ships/azura/6#deck-plans">Azura deck plans&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="/cruise-ships/britannia/1#deck-plans">Britannia deck plans</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href="/cruise-ships/iona/0#deck-plans">Iona deck plans&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="/cruise-ships/ventura/7#deck-plans">Ventura deck plans</a></li></ul><p>For a step-by-step guide, view our article ‘<a href="/help-hub/centre/booking-a-cruise/booking-a-cabin/choose-a-cabin-in-a-specific-location">How to choose a cabin in a specific location of the ship</a>’.<br></p><h3>Considerations when choosing cabin location&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></h3><p><b>Best cabin location for views&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></b></p><p>Choose a Sea view or Balcony cabin without any obstructions. Forward and aft sections are ideal for witnessing the stunning views of each port as you dock or the endless ocean views behind you. Forward cabins are in the front area of the ship. Please note that forward cabins may experience some movement, particularly during turns. Aft cabins are at the back of the ship. Bear in mind that the back of the ship can be close to a thruster noise.&nbsp;<br></p><p><b>Best cabin location for reduced motion&nbsp; &nbsp;<br></b></p><p>Choosing a cabin in the middle of the ship on one of the lower decks is often where you feel less motion.&nbsp;<br></p><p><b>Best cabin location to be close to the action&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></b></p><p>Cabins near lifts, stairwells or other high-traffic areas may experience more noise and foot traffic. Cabins directly above or below entertainment venues, lounges or nightclubs may also experience more noise and foot traffic, especially during performances or late-night events.&nbsp;<br></p><p><b>Best cabin location for a quieter location&nbsp;<br></b></p><p>If you're looking for a quieter location with less movement, the best deck&nbsp;is lower on the ship, with a centrally located cabin to minimise the ship’s motion. These cabins are away from high-traffic areas, so you’ll also experience less noise and disturbance during restful hours. You may also want to avoid cabins near crew quarters or service areas, cabins close to maintenance rooms, or areas with machinery or cabins near public restrooms.&nbsp;</p><p>By carefully considering cabin type, location, and personal preferences, you can select a cabin that enhances your overall cruise experience and ensures a comfortable and enjoyable holiday.</p>


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<h3>Sea view cabins</h3><p>If natural light and a view are necessary, our Sea view cabins ensure you’re never too far away from those relaxing views. Each one offers a layout and features that are similar to an Inside cabin but with the addition of a window or porthole.</p><p>Depending on the ship, Sea view cabins include the following types:</p><ul><li>Standard</li><li>Obstructed view</li><li>Part obstructed view</li><li>Larger</li><li>Larger obstructed view</li></ul><p>Approximate size: 150-239 square feet</p>


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<h3>Balcony cabins</h3><p>A Balcony cabin is ideal if you like feeling the sea breeze and enjoying your private outdoor space. Your balcony is the perfect place to savour a lazy continental breakfast or spend a few peaceful hours sunbathing with a book.</p><p>Depending on the ship, Balcony cabins include the following types:</p><ul><li>Smaller</li><li>Standard</li><li>Standard with Sofa</li><li>Deluxe</li><li>Deluxe with Sofa</li><li>Superior Deluxe</li><li>Obstructed view with Sofa</li><li>Obstructed view&nbsp;</li></ul><p>Approximate size: 142-362 square feet</p>


<h3>Mini-suite</h3><p>Mini-suites provide luxury and space on a grand scale, with the perfect finishing touches, such as Champagne and chocolates on arrival. They offer amenities such as a sizeable bathroom with luxury toiletries; a lounge area with a sofa, chairs and table; and floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to a balcony with a table and chairs.</p><p>Approximate size: 350-480 square feet</p><p>Available on: Arcadia and Aurora</p>


<h3>Conservatory Mini-suite</h3><p>These cabins come with all the Mini-suite benefits and a personal and versatile conservatory-style room between the main cabin and the balcony. It offers excellent flexibility and creates a distinctive relaxation and socialising space.</p><p>Approximate size: 274 square feet</p><p>Available on: Iona and Arvia</p>


<p>Ensuring you get a cabin you’re happy with is important when booking a cruise. When selecting a cabin, it’s essential to consider both the cabin type and its location on the ship.</p>


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