Flew into Orlando a day early and used TRavelynx to take us to Cocoa Beach. Had a problem with Delta damaging our luggage but when we got outside they were wating for us. Had a van with a trailer for luggage.
Stayed at the Hampton Inn. Nice clean Inn even remodeling the lobby. Short walk to the beach on a nice walkway. Several restaurants within walking distance.
Travelynx picked us up about 10 in a large tour bus and took us to the pier. Was hardly anyone there and were on the ship in 15 minutes or so, used platinum perk.
Had a cove balcony (2334). Loved the closeness to the water. The life boats above were not an issue at all. They did provide shade most of the time, which was fine as I am not a great sun worshiper. There was a little water on the floor on two mornings but I believe it was from washing the deck above and not spray from the ocean Plenty of room and storage. No problem with noise being next to the elevator. The area to the right was a storage area for luggage carts and such. Did not hear anything from there either. Would do this cabin again.