We had read a lot of negative reviews of the Aria before we booked and were tentative, but our travel agent assured us it was fine.. and she was right. We had cruised previously on the Dawn and Jewell so had a baseline for comparison.
CABIN: Balcony and room much larger than other ships. Well appointed, maintained and clean. Cabin stewards were non intrusive, polite and pleasant.
The ship was a bit smaller than others, but when you have to walk from one end to the other for activities, meals, drinks, shows, bingo, trivia etc the shorter distance is soon appreciated.
Ninth level near the front, large balcony (deck chair long ways deep). Well appointed and decorated with plenty of lighting and four door wardrobe plus open shelf storage. Big comfy bed. Very quiet. Shower in the (spa) bath was a bit tricky but no dramas. Staff kept up plenty of clean towels and anything else we needed.