Five-berth cabin FAQs

We're giving families more choice than ever before, making it even easier to holiday together. We're excited to now offer cabins for up to five guests on Arvia, Britannia and Iona - giving larger families and parties of guests better value and more unforgettable holiday moments. 

So, now’s the perfect time to plan your next adventure together! 

Arvia and Iona will offer a selection of five-berth Conservatory Mini-suites and Britannia will offer a selection of Superior Deluxe Balcony cabins.

Cabins for up to five guests will be available to book from 8 December 2025 starting from the following holidays onwards:

• B616: 3 July 2026 on Britannia

• G621: 4 July 2026 on Iona

• K615: 5 July 2026 on Arvia

Our highest safety standards remain in place. 

You can choose from a selection of Superior Deluxe Balcony cabins for up to five guests on Britannia. 

On Arvia and Iona, you can book a selection of Conservatory Mini Suites for up to five guests. 

These cabins accommodate up to five guests and include either three or four beds. On Britannia, Iona and Arvia, you will have a fixed double bed plus one pull-down single bed and a double sofa bed. Cabin sizes may vary, so we recommend checking the specific dimensions to make sure it suits your needs before booking. 

On Iona and Arvia, our five-berth cabins can accommodate a cot as the fifth berth, making them a great option if you’re traveling with an infant. 

If you have any questions, please call us on 0344 338 8003. 

These cabins accommodate up to five guests and offer three or four beds. When five people are occupying the cabin, you will have a fixed double bed, along with one pull-down single bed and a double sofa bed. Cabin sizes may vary, so we recommend checking the specific dimensions to make sure it suits your needs before booking.

If you have any questions, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent.

The cost for a fifth guest will be no more than the cost of having a third or fourth guest in the cabin. For details on pricing, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent.

You can choose from 12 Superior Deluxe Balcony cabins for up to five guests on Britannia. 

On Arvia, there are 15 Conservatory Mini-suites, and on Iona, you’ll find 23 Conservatory Mini-suites – all designed for up to five guests.

Yes! We welcome infants from six months old.*

On Iona and Arvia, our five-berth cabins can accommodate a cot as the fifth berth, making them a great option if you’re traveling with an infant.

Unfortunately, a cot can’t be added as a fifth berth on Britannia. If you're traveling with an infant who needs a cot, the maximum occupancy for this cabin type is four guests, including the infant.

*On a small number of our holidays, infants under 12 months, instead of the usual 6 months, are not permitted due to itineraries including three or more consecutive sea days or remote destinations.

If you have any questions or need help finding the best cabin for you, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent.

Yes – up to five adults can share a cabin. 

While there are no weight restrictions on the upper pull-down beds, there’s a limit on the ladder of 130kg (approximately 20 stone). 

Britannia has two accessible cabins that can accommodate five guests. Currently, Arvia and Iona do not have accessible five-berth cabins.

If you or a member of your party is a full-time wheelchair or mobility scooter user, or needs to use a mobility device inside the cabin, we can offer a range of accessible cabins that hold up to four people across our fleet. Our team is available to answer any questions and you can contact us directly on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent.

Your cabin will be fully prepared for five guests, including enough towels for everyone. Your cabin steward will ensure toiletries like shower gel are regularly topped up throughout your holiday.

Please note that while your cabin will be set up for five, there won’t be any changes to the layout or storage space.

Each evening, your cabin will be arranged to sleep up to five guests. In the morning, it will be changed back to the daytime configuration, giving you more space to enjoy.

Booking a cabin as a five-berth option doesn’t change its overall design or layout – it simply means all the beds will be prepared for you to use every evening. 

The cabin will have the same features and dimensions as advertised. 

• Main beds: Fixed double bed.

• Additional sleeping options: One pull-down bed and a double sofa bed.

• Space impact: When the pull-down bed and sofa bed are set up, the cabin will feel more compact, especially in the evening. During the day, the sofa bed and pull-down bed are folded away to maximise space.

The cabin’s structure remains the same, but the setup changes to accommodate five guests. If space is important to you, we recommend checking the exact dimensions for each specific cabin before you book.

To book a cabin for five guests, subject to availability, simply give us a call on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply), or contact your trusted travel agent. 

Unfortunately, for now, five-berth cabins can’t be booked online. To book, subject to availability, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent. 

To check availability and to book, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent. Our team will be happy to help with availability, pricing, and any other questions you may have.

You can view a list of five-berth cabins below:

Arvia:

Deck 8 – Cabins: 8237, 8238, 8303, 8310, 8311, 8318, 8319

Deck 9 – Cabins: 9606, 9611, 9614, 9617, 9618, 9626, 9629, 9630

Britannia:

Deck 12 – Cabins: C330, C331, C332, C333, C336, C337

Deck 14 – Cabins: B338, B339, B426, B427

Deck 15 – Cabins: A330, A331. 

Iona: 

Deck 8 – Cabins: 8238, 8241, 8303, 8307, 8310, 8311, 8314.

Deck 9 – Cabins: 9517, 9518, 9521, 9522, 9525, 9526, 9529, 9532, 9533, 9534, 9614, 9618, 9625, 9626, 9629, 9630.

You can view them on the individual ship deck plans on our website: 

• Arvia:  https://www.pocruises.com/cruise-ships/arvia/overview#deck-plan

• Britannia: https://www.pocruises.com/cruise-ships/britannia/overview#deck-plan

• Iona: https://www.pocruises.com/cruise-ships/iona/overview#deck-plan

On Britannia, Iona and Arvia, the cabins feature a fixed double bed, one pull-down single bed, and a double sofa bed. Cabin sizes may vary, so we recommend checking the specific dimensions to make sure it suits your needs before booking.

On Iona and Arvia, our five-berth cabins can accommodate a cot as the fifth berth, making them a great option for families traveling with an infant. 

Unfortunately, a cot cannot be added as a fifth berth on Britannia. If you’re traveling with an infant who needs a cot, the maximum occupancy for this cabin type is four guests, including the infant. Please note that when a cot is in the cabin, the sofa bed cannot be used, so the third guest will need to use the pull-down bed. 

On Iona and Arvia, our five-berth cabins can accommodate a cot as the fifth berth, making them a great option if you’re traveling with an infant. If you’d like to do this, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply).

Unfortunately, a cot can’t be added as a fifth berth on Britannia. If you're traveling with an infant who needs a cot, the maximum occupancy for this cabin type is four guests, including the infant.

Booking a five-berth cabin won’t affect your loyalty benefits. These cabins will be available to book on all Select Price, Early Saver and Saver prices, subject to availability. 

While there are no additional perks specifically for travelling with five guests, you’ll still enjoy all the wonderful benefits that come with staying in a Conservatory Mini Suite.

These include a flexible lounge area that opens directly onto your private balcony, plus premium touches like champagne, chocolates, luxury toiletries gift, and bathrobes to make your stay holiday special. You’ll also enjoy added comforts such as priority boarding and a pillow menu, helping you settle in and relax.

Yes, we can put you on a waiting list for five-berth cabins in the same way we do for other cabin types. 

We currently have a strictly limited number of five-berth cabins available on Britannia, Arvia and Iona. If your cabin is fully occupied by five guests, please note that upgrade options won’t be available. We recommend booking early to secure the best choice for your holiday.

If you have any questions about our five-berth cabins, please call us on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent. 

Yes, you will. Our cabins are thoughtfully designed to accommodate up to five guests. While space may feel a little limited when everyone’s in the cabin, it’s a great choice for families or small groups who are looking for even better value without compromising on essential comfort. 

You can pre-book your preferred flight seats on selected charter flights to and from Bridgetown, Barbados, on Caribbean fly-cruises. We encourage you to pre-purchase seats if you want to sit with the rest of your party, as seat locations are subject to availability. If you choose not to purchase your seats, they will be automatically allocated for you.  

Tables for five are available in our restaurants, subject to availability. If you choose Club Dining on Britannia, you’ll be seated together in our Club Dining restaurants. If you choose Freedom Dining, or if you’re sailing on Arvia or Iona, while we aim to accommodate your party, reservations are not automatically made when booking a five-berth cabin, so we recommend pre-booking dining.

Your luggage allowances per person are the same, regardless of how many people are in your party. For full details on how much luggage you can take on a P&O Cruises holiday, please read our luggage allowance help article on our website.

Yes, if you’d prefer to move into a single five-berth cabin on the same cruise, you can request this, subject to availability. If the new cabin is priced higher, you’ll need to pay the difference. If it’s cheaper, we’ll refund you the difference. If you’d rather change to a different cruise, our standard terms and conditions will apply for any changes or cancellations.

To discuss this, please contact us directly on 0344 338 8003 (local call charges apply) or contact your travel agent.

Yes, the cabin can still be used for by four guests.