Cabin Review

I had a handicap accessible obstructed oceanview length-wise cabin. I was both close to the AFT elevators which were rarely crowded and easily accessible to most of the main spaces. The AFT elevators brought you directly to The Venetian Dining, Bliss Lounge, The Wine Lounge, The Spa and The Fitness Center. Cabin 8122 is on the STARBOARD side and only 2 doors away from O'Sheehan's Pub - very close to enjoy the Pub but not too close that the noise would bother you. On the other side of the pub are the main elevators which bring you to all of the rest of the public spaces. These elevators were often crowded, but at least they weren't very far away!

Although classified as Obstructed Oceanview, you get a clear beautiful view of the ocean, just looking over the lifeboats. If sitting on the bed or in a chair, you don't even see the lifeboat - just the ocean. Only once did I see anyone outside of the cabin, and they were part of the work crew. The crew's head was below my window so I didn't feel like anyone could be looking in on me. The cabin has one additional bunk, if needed and a trundle bed under the bed allowing up to 4 guests to stay in the room. To make the most room, I pushed both beds all the way to the wall closest to the door and under the secured bunk. This enabled me to place the 2 chairs and small table under the Oceanview window and create a nice space for my friends and I to enjoy visiting with one another. This pattern also makes more space to move around the cabin in a wheelchair and is easiest to use the vanity at the far end. However, this does result in one person not having direct access to get in and out of bed. The bathroom was spacious with a roll-in shower. There were plenty of grab bars around the sink, toilet, shower and on the door which opened into the bedroom. One surprising thing is that the room is equipped with emergency buttons throughout the cabin. I inadvertently hit one and the crew quickly followed up with me. They were pleasant and helpful. There is a viewing hole at both standing and sitting heights. Additionally, there is a handicap accessible closet rod which can pull the closet rod down to sitting level and raise it up again to secure the clothes in the closet.

There is only ONE outlet that is 110volts and it is on the complete OPPOSITE end of the cabin from the bed. I did bring an extra power strip, however it wasn't long enough to reach my CPap by the bed. (Remember, this is a lengthwise cabin) Guest Services had an additional extension cord for me to use with my CPap machine, however, it would be best if you brought your own. I am told that often they run out of available cords to use if you don't request one right awayl The additional power strip is still very helpful for various electrical devices. The provided hair dryer is great and there isn't a need to bring your own.

For 2 people, there was plenty of storage: a closet, 8 open shelves (4 each on each side of the closet), small closed space above the vanity and 3 open shelves to the side of the vanity, and 3 small drawers in the unit that houses the mini fridge and the safe. There is space under one bed. For more than 2 people, storage will be tight and should be planned for accordingly.

I found the metal door and the metal exterior wall very helpful in using heavy magnetic hooks, One customer before me used command strip hooks. I used the hooks to hang hats, towels, keys, and various papers with itineraries and tickets. Not only did it help me to stay organized, it also was fun to "decorate" my cabin!

If you are of limited mobility, with or without a scooter/wheelchair, this room is in a perfect location. It's on a short quiet hall, near elevators and the pub. What more could you ask for?!