That is a windy spot so you may not always be able to use your balcony when the ship is moving. We have always had glass balconies on other cruises. I hope this helps a little. standard balcony) and the second letter refers to the location of that cabin on the ship (e.g. I agree with the comments about cabins and balconies near the hot tubs, they would be best avoided. So, again it pays to do some research and study the deck plans to make sure you know exactly what you are booking or could be allocated. The Britannia cabin guide is here: https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/po-britannia-cabins-to-avoid/ If you search this site or navigate to P&O Cruises at the top, youll find a cabin guide for each ship. The approximate sizes of Iona cabins are: Everybody has different priorities when choosing a cabin. Hi, Booking a Select Fare does cost a little more, but youll also get some extra benefits such as free shuttle buses in ports, the first choice of dining times and some money to spend on-board the ship. Id recommend studying the deck plan carefully, have a look at where the conservatory suites are and whats around them to find one in the best location. Although they can get a little wet at times. My friend and I are booked on Iona cabin CV 9525. I thought that was why I paid the extra 100. I found deck 5 fine too, wouldnt worry me if I was allocated a cabin there again. I did a med cruise in October 2019 with P&O on the Ventura. The last set in the 710 club finishes at 1am and the party in the clubhouse can go into the early hours. Ive booked the Iona for the 24th October as a surprise for my husbands birthday. On the other hand, if you are a non-smoker you may wish to avoid balcony cabins near the smoking area. RentByOwner makes it easy and safe to find and compare vacation rentals in Chandler with prices often at a 30-40% discount versus the price of a hotel. The trade-off with these types of cabins is that they are often cheaper than unobstructed cabins and can be in a good location. Im looking to book Iona and have been offered cabin 12744. Jenni, Hi Suggested read: 7 easy ways to remember port and starboard, There are some also cabins on Iona which you may want to avoid. Ive not stayed in one of those cabins so cant say for sure. We have just returned from 2 weeks on Iona. I have a Christmas cruise booked on Iona too! First time on a cruise.. This means people can stroll past your cabin and in some cases, where the deck widens, sit right outside. Cheers, Hi Den. Im sure the view from there will be amazing! Unless youre a really light sleeper and go to bed early I wouldnt worry too much about being above the nightclub. Iona has 95 of these conservatory cabins which are approximately 274 square feet in size and sleep up to four passengers. High or low decks. However, I do know that our cabin, 4248, did have a window seat and cabin 4461 also has a window seat. As can be seen above, all cabins are very well appointed on Iona, but as with any ship, some are less desirable dependent on your personal preferences. I guess I shouldnt have been too surprised to have been allocated a cabin on the infamous promenade deck. Having been on many cruises, this was definitely the worst. Many thanks. Overall they are not bad cabins, its just the balcony thats not really a balcony that makes them one avoid if you can. Before booking any cruise it is worth considering the type of cabin you would like, especially if the ship is new to you. Avoid choosing a cabin above, below or nearby the cruise ship's theatre, bars, nightclub, buffet restaurant and Kids' Clubs. We have just booked a grade B suite on a saver fare on Iona. Jenni. A interesting article and most people would be unaware of differences in cabins. We like a drink or 2 so Im hoping any noise doesnt stop us sleeping! There are 18 passenger decks, 11 with cabins. If you want a room with a view but dont need outside space, Iook no further than Ionas well designed and spacious Sea View cabins. Learn how your comment data is processed. Some cabins are marked as having an obstructed view. Much better than mine, haha! However, the type of balcony can vary. Emma thanks for all the info. The cabins to avoid are: 9238, 9241, 9318, 9319, 10240, 10247, 10318, 10319, 10511, 10516, 11244, 11245, 11318, 11319, 11516, 11517, 12244, 12257, 12318, 12319, 12516, 12517, 14244, 14245, 14318, 14319, 14514, 14517, 15244, 15255, 15314, 15315, 15516, 15517, 16244, 16255, 16318, 16319, 17315, 17318. The privacy issue affects all of the balcony cabins on this deck, including forward-facing cabins and conservatory mini-suites. If you have young children, the balconies alongside the narrow part of the deck 8 are huge which could make a nice little play area. You cant even see the sea unless you stand up and even then there is a 2ft screen that runs around the edge of the deck that is in the way. Perhaps more important to know is that during bad weather, access to the balcony may be restricted. Some look a little wider (and hence larger) than others in the same grade. Choosing the right cabin for your cruise is always an important decision. Thanks for your comment, glad I could help. These are kind of overlooked in two ways I think, one by the cabins above and by people walking past on deck. P&O Cruises offer some celebration packages that you can see here: https://www.pocruises.com/onboard-activities/Gifts You could also book a meal in one of the speciality restaurants as a treat and not tell him. Unfortunately we didnt enjoy our cruise on Iona and the main reason was that we hadnt noticed that the cabin we had booked on deck 9 overlooked two of the jacuzzis on deck 8! Aqua is open for breakfast, afternoon tea (included in your cruise fare) and dinner. A friend is planning a cruise on Iona and asked about cabins. We had an outside cabin on deck 5, was perfect no noise at all. Im booked on Iona Deck 9 216 is that overlooking those Jacuzzis ?? Hi Michael. Cabins on high decks at the front of the ship are often the worst for seasickness as the movement can be felt the most here. Thinking of booking a cruise on P&Os Iona but not sure what cabin to choose. I have booked cabin ED 11741 at the back of the ship. Id suggest either giving them a call to check or maybe see if you can find people that have recently traveled on Iona in one of those groups. Ho Colin. Hi Jason. They are a great option if you are the type of person that likes to be out and about exploring the ship rather than being in your cabin all the time. The image below shows how the curved design of the ship makes some balconies much bigger than others. You also dont have to worry too much about the lifts unless you want to get up the higher decks. So, Ive put together this guide highlighting the pros and cons of different cabins to help you decide which Iona cabins to avoid and which to book so you have the perfect cruise. Suggested read: P&O Cruises with no single supplement. Just booked Iona for a significant birthday trip Aug 2022. We have booked an aft cabin on deck 10 on the Iona but have recently read there might be problems with water from the pool above. I have booked 10743 for the Fjords in September. You would need a spreadsheet to keep track of what to avoid. It will also be nice and quiet there. If you want to be near everything, you can request a cabin thats in a midship location. The 2-room Sky Suites are located either aft or forward and designed just like your favourite boutique-hotel rooms. Enjoy! Thank you for all the brilliant info given on Iona cabins, any chance of the same treatment for Britannia, or even some of the other P&O fleet? This little room can be closed off via sliding glass-doors, for more privacy. Children under the age of 16 years must share a cabin with an adult. Thanks ! All Deckplans Ship Wiki Staterooms. Did you call and change your cabin? Iona's luxury accommodation 1 of 2 Cabins and Suites There's plenty of choice with P&O Cruises wide range of accommodation Inside Balcony Suite Interactive deck plans View detailed deck plan Choose a deck: Deck 4 - Deck 4 Deck 4 Zoom In Holiday your way with My Holiday Your online planner, which makes life on board a breeze. The cabins themselves are fine. Yes you will find a fridge in your cabin on Iona. Iona is the biggest ship in the P&O Cruises fleet, with a length of 344.5 metres and a beam (width) of 42 metres. Is that the right number? There are 55 accessible Cabins across most grades on Iona: Single Inside Accessible Cabins: PC 8327-8331-9326-9327-9330-9331-15322-15323-15326-15327-16326-16327-16330-16331 BF 9222-9223-9228-9229 PB 10327 - 10331, Seaview Accessible Cabins: LB 4522-4528-4534-4538 (Deck 4), Accessible Standard Balcony Cabins: category GC (8330-8332, 15301-15302-15303-15304-15305-15306-15307-15308) ; category GA (11514-11516-11518-11520-12514-12516-12518-12520); category GB (12622-12623-12624-12625-12626-12627-12628-12629), Accessible Sky Suite: B4 category Suite no. Julie, Hi Julie. Iona has a cabin with your name on it - its just deciding which one that is the difficult bit. It all worked out ok in the end but it got me thinking about what I should consider when booking my next cruise. For three adults, you might want a little more space so Id say go for the deluxe balcony if it meets your budget. Inside the configurations are pretty much the sam. Does this have a bath, and a sofa? Iona has a near-identical design to two other ships which were also constructed by shipbuilding company Meyer Werft AIDA Nova and Costa Smeralda. For a little bit more luxury and the benefit of your own outdoor space to breathe in the ozone, then a Balcony Cabin is a must. 2 hours ago, MaisieMoo123 said: Currently the following cabins are being used on Iona for isolation. The upside is that your balcony is absolutely huge. For some, the cheapest cabin is the best. On some of the corridors with cabins, youll see support posts. Thats cabins 15101-15108, 14101-14110, 12103-12110, 11101-11108, 10101-10108, 9102-9109 and 8181-8108. They have interconnecting rooms which can be fully opened to create a larger living space. Enjoy your cruise! The accessible sea view cabins on Iona are 307 square feet, providing ample space for a wheelchair. You would feel less movement in midship cabin on a lower deck, although if the sea is calm this wont be an issue in any cabin. If those are available, they are great choices! Emma. Of these, 16 decks are accessible to passengers and 11 decks have cabins. Hi, We are travelling to the Canaries in January 2022, on the Iona and are considering Deck 14, GA section, what would be the best/largest room and largest balcony on the port side? Plus, having an interconnecting cabin could be a big deal for a larger family. We have just booked our first P&O Cruise to the Canaries 2023! No votes so far! P&O Iona Cabins To Avoid 10th August 2022 Choosing the right cabin for your cruise is always an important decision. A first for P&O Cruises and a perfect addition to the innovative flagship P&O Iona. I would expect the soundproofing to be good on a new ship, but theres the chance that you may hear some noise during shows and rehearsals. Heres a good resource with more info about suites on Iona: https://cruisewithamber.co.uk/po-cruises-iona-best-suites/. Sorry I couldnt be of more help. However, it is worth checking what a standard or deluxe balcony at a solo occupancy price is. Hi Cruise M. Hi Carole, Im a few years off them but on my list for one day! Thankfully, it all worked out ok in the end but it was a lesson in making 100% sure you know what you are booking. Its going to be me, partner, his nan and auntie travelling so I was looking at the Suites on board however because there is no cabin plan its really hard to understand what these will look like and whether they will be suitable? Hi Heather. The spacious Balcony cabins on P&O Iona have plenty of interior/exterior space, measuring approximately 107-300 sq ft and are beautifully decorated with contemporary styling. Staterooms directly below public and entertainment areas Cruise ship deck plans really are your best friend. The best cabins for families on Iona are: The single cabins on Iona can be found in various locations across the ship. One at fwd and 1 aft. Choosing cruise ship cabins is a more complicated business than you might think at first. In addition to the cabin number, each of the suites on Iona has a different name (apart from the two family suites) Family Suite - Cabin Number: 8109, Location: Forward Family Suite - Cabin Number: 8110, Location: Forward Adriatic Suite - Cabin Number: 9110, Location: Forward Aegean Suite - Cabin Number: 9111, Location: Forward First timers so fingers crossed having a forward facing balcony wont get too windy or anything. P&O Cruises Iona has 19 decks. On other cruise ships, the lowest passenger cabins are on Deck 3 or 4. Of course, on the plus side these cabins are in a great position for accessing public areas such as the bars and restaurants. Staterooms include 121 Suites, 1496 Balcony, 174 Oceanviews/Seaviews, 819 Interior cabins. I was briefly in one of the smaller balcony cabins (GZ grade) and it felt like there would be little sense of privacy. Three berth cabins have a single sofa bed. If possible, unless you are a night owl or party animal, Id recommend booking a deck with cabins above and beneath you. Bathroom with a bath, shower and dual sinks. We have got cabin number GD 11745 right in the centre aft. Hi Gemma. So easy to get many of the restaurants and bars. If you like a large balcony, these are definitely worth looking out for. While Ive titled this post Iona cabins to avoid, there arent really any cabins to avoid as such. Jenni, Hi Hi. In fact, I found it a little surprising they would allocate a cabin with two access points to a solo female traveller. ft. (1 or 2 people) Standard balcony - 170 sq. Didnt miss having a balcony (the destinations were not particularly scenic) and it gave me a good saving cost wise. Other cruise ships call these cove balconies or sheltered balconies, although P&O Cruises doesnt have a specific name for them. As people will congregate here, there is also a risk of the sound of a bit of chatter carrying. Does that mean you would have no view of the sea when on a sunbed? Having the infinity whirlpools there also generates some noise, from the whirlpools themselves and the people enjoying using them. Iona balcony cabins range in size from 107 square feet for single balcony cabins up to 226 square feet for deluxe balcony cabins and 362 square feet for accessible cabins. I would love a copy of your checklist for cabin selection, please. Examine these carefully to identify cabins that are near public areas. On the Promenade Deck, youll find outside dining areas, bars, hot tubs and cabin balconies! It appears that cabins with two additional beds have one pull-down bed and one single sofa bed. Other cabins to avoid if you prefer complete privacy are those situated directly under the bridge, which are overlooked. Opal is open for dinner. Similar in layout to their Inside counterparts; however they benefit from a window. 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