We pushed the boat out as we are celebrating a significant birthday and booked a suite deck 9 cabin 9739. Enjoy! Unlike balconies on higher decks there are no sliding doors but a door that opens outwards. Her capacity is 5,206 passengers, over 40% more than P&O Cruises former flagship, Britannia. Its therefore not possible to know where exactly the bed, sofa and desk will be located in the inside, outside and balcony cabins or the suites. Promenade Deck cabins on Iona are most unusual and you may wish to avoid them. Note: Single cabins are available across different categories. The best part is you only have to go up one floor to eat in the restaurants. Review of Iona deck 9 (Cabins) Laundrette (self-service laundry room for passengers) Im also concerned that the balcony door is a potential access point from the deck, worth bearing in mind if, like me, you prefer to leave the balcony doors open to hear the ocean at night. These have a door between them so that families of five to eight people or those who require a little more space can move easily between the cabins. I was concerned that it might be a bit noisy due to being not far from the headliners theatre. It also has a sofa bed and a pull-down bed. One port side, mid-forward and one port side, aft. Click here to see the Iona Deck Plan (opens in a new window). If youd like to see what a wheelchair-accessible cabin on Iona looks like, then I recommend this video by Paul & Carole Love to Travel who were allocated an accessible cabin on Iona. On Carnival and Disney cruise ships, you can book a cabin on Deck 1. These cabins lack privacy as guests can potentially see all as they stroll past (particularly if they are taller), especially at night with the cabin lights on if you forget to pull the curtains. Many people use the promenade deck to get a bit of exercise or just to wander around and take in the sea view. Youll have some amazing views from that aft balcony! Your email address will not be published. Staterooms directly below public and entertainment areas Cruise ship deck plans really are your best friend. More bi-fold glass-doors allow the room to be opened out fully onto the cabin's step-out balcony, Bathroom with shower over bath or shower only, P&O Iona 2-Room Sky Suite. ft. (2 to 4 people) Deluxe balcony - 226 sq. 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. Ive worked in the cruise industry since 2015 and now my blog helps over a million people to plan their cruises each month. Just be aware that the stern (and the bow) are more likely to promote seasickness, and can be a bit of a trek from everything. I told her that I know people who will know though (I did try a search but it didn't throw much up). So, if you like to chat with your fellow passengers youll have a great time. Hi Derreck. Choose a low deck if you want to be close to the most of the facilities or a higher one if you want to get to the outside decks, The Retreat or the Horizon restaurant easily. Thanks Emma, This article has been very helpful as I am planning to book for August. All I basically want to know is if there is access to the toilet from the lounge area and the master bedroom, Im convinced there will be as it would be crazy for there not to be but I just cant find the info anywhere. Jenni, Hi we have booked Xmas on Iona and have a b5 and b6 cabin. Then youll have all the information to make a informed choice and have a great cruise. Anyone with mobility issues or young children should aim to book a cabin close to places that they are likely to visit frequently, such as the pool, buffet or kids club. It can be very confusing when booking a cabin, particularly for those new to cruising. Hi Karen. Enjoy! GF). The key to decoding the Iona cabin grades is to know that the first letter refers to the type of cabin (e.g. Jenni. While Ive titled this post Iona cabins to avoid, there arent really any cabins to avoid as such. Although, you cant guarantee you wont have noisy neighbours. Choosing the right cabin for your cruise is always an important decision. However, take some time and make sure you understand exactly what you are booking to avoid any disappointment once onboard. On other cruise ships, the lowest passenger cabins are on Deck 3 or 4. These balconies make a great spot for watching out for sea life or listening to the waves. Thinking of booking a cruise on P&Os Iona but not sure what cabin to choose. Hi Can you comment on this cabin?? This shouldnt be a problem at all as long as you book far enough in advance that there are enough cabins next door to each other. Although those suites do sleep four, one person would be on a sofa bed and one will be on a bed that comes down from the ceiling. It can also get quite windy here so you may find you might not want to sit out for too long. I saw a few people on their balconies chatting to fellow passengers as they walked by. Im sorry to learn that your cruise was cancelled yesterday though, I hope you can rebook. It's a great spot to grab a beer and soak up the atmosphere of the Grand Atrium or enjoy sea views from the three-story-high windows. Single inside cabins sleep only one passenger. DO NOT post asking for pictures of a cabin, please use search feature. I spoke to a couple of fellow solo female travellers onboard and they agreed they would not feel comfortable in a cabin on this deck either. Each cabin on Iona sleeps between one and four people. I was wondering if you could help me, Youll be able to find the answers to all of these by viewing the Iona deck plan here: https://www.pocruises.com/content/dam/po/pdfs/ships/2020-Iona-deck-plans.pdf I hope this helps! The photo below shows the view from a balcony next to the larger one. But as you can see from the photo below, which shows 10742, the water can splash down several decks! We are booked for 28th Aug this year so keeping our fingers crossed! I have read that access to forward facing balconies can sometimes be restricted due to headwinds? I will be careful when offered a change that I am not jumping from the fire pan into the fire. Not too keen on sitting on the balcony admiring the lovely views (hopefully) with water dripping on us. If youd like to check your cabin, I suggest looking up the number on the Iona deck plan. But if you line up the deck plans it looks like youre far enough away that you shouldnt hear anything. I havent been in any of the P&O Suites so am ensure on the layout. I had 10745 in October 2022 and water did spill down from above at times and was fairly annoying. So, it seems that it doesnt really matter whether you choose port or starboard for your balcony on Iona. These are a little smaller than the other forward suites and they do not have balconies. Click to see Iona deck plan (opens in a new window). There are also balconies on suites and conservatory mini-suites so there is a lot of choice when picking a cabin (and potential for booking the wrong thing). high deck, towards the front). Jenni Fielding is the founder of Cruise Mummy. There are 18 passenger decks, 11 with cabins. The accessible sea view cabins on Iona are 307 square feet, providing ample space for a wheelchair. Have a great time! In the morning you have the choice of a hot or continental breakfast. However, there are a few things to be aware of before booking one. Plus, as its a new ship the soundproofing should be pretty good. Thank you This is our 2nd cruise and had superior deluxe cabin on Azura. Although I itiallywe though it small we soon got used to it. I was briefly in one of the smaller balcony cabins (GZ grade) and it felt like there would be little sense of privacy. It appears that cabins with two additional beds have one pull-down bed and one single sofa bed. As well as people walking past, some cabins at the wider point of the deck have chairs in front of them. You can find vacation rentals by owner (RBOs), and other popular Airbnb-style properties in Chandler. Youll enjoy the best views over the ships wake from there. All suites feature separate living/sleeping areas, dressing area, and large balconies. Plus I expect that the Sunset Bar will be a relaxing bar, rather than one with music blaring. You will find standard UK sockets for three-pin plugs just like at home so there is no need to bring adapters, although you may find a multi-socket handy if you have multiple appliances. Even if youve been seasick before, you might find that youre not seasick on a cruise ship. I guess everyone has different requirements but on the whole the cabins on Iona are great, you just need to be clear on what you are booking. However, I spoke to a couple of people in the lift lobby throughout the week and they were disappointed as they were not expecting a balcony like that. It also feels like there might be little privacy in those cabins. So yes, similar to what you had on Azura, but newer and shinier because shes a new ship. In the room, youll enjoy a superior bathroom with a whirlpool bath and complimentary chocolates and fresh fruit. Hi Bernie, you can use the wifi to access the My Holiday page/digital planner free while onboard but for anything else there is a charge. It says 4 people can share it. When you book, youll have the option of choosing your cabin number (Select Fare) or allowing P&O Cruises to allocate it (Saver Fare). Iona's popular gastropub serves a wide range of craft ales and bottled and draught beers. On my first cruise on Iona, a standard inside cabin at solo occupancy was significantly cheaper than a solo cabin. Hi, Yes you will find a fridge in your cabin on Iona. Yes, its the little things like that you dont really know before booking isnt it? The image below shows part of Deck 8. No obstruction at all. 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. Hi Sandra. Of course, being so close to the water you are well-placed for watching wildlife and getting the wonderful sounds of the ocean - so if this is a priority then dont be deterred. So excited. Im sure the view from there will be amazing! In the image below, the pink and purple cabins are standard balcony cabins. These fabulously decadent yet contemporary suites are luxuriously appointed. The promenade deck balconies are interesting in that people walking around the promenade deck can walk past your balcony and see you. I am soon to turn comments off on this though as its quite time-consuming to check for everyone. All Deckplans Ship Wiki Staterooms. These cabins are always in high demand so if you require a disabled cabin you should book your cruise as early as possible. Sea view cabins have a window thats handy to check the weather before getting dressed in the morning. Iona deck plan view at Cruisedeckplans showing the newest deck plan layouts, public venues and stateroom pictures and our own deck plan pdf (printable version). These are the middle ones at the aft. If you choose a guaranteed cabin, it could be anywhere on the ship and is likely to be in a less desirable location than if you chose it yourself. Speaking of deck eight, you might find people gathering here for the sail in and out of some ports. Not every sea view cabin on Iona has a window seat, some just have the window. 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. This little room can be closed off via sliding glass-doors, for more privacy. The main thing which is likely to annoy cruisers on any ship is noise when they are trying to sleep. 2 hours ago, MaisieMoo123 said: Currently the following cabins are being used on Iona for isolation. This also leaves these cabins free for families who need them. Jenni. I checked the deck plan for you and that cabin has a * which means it has a single sofa bed. As well as the larger size, booking a suite comes with a whole host of perks including priority boarding, butler service and lots of fresh fruit, chocolates and canapes. Its also a lovely place to sit and watch the ocean. Some cabins are overlooked a little (or a lot). Enjoy your cruise. Jenni. . Other cabins to avoid if you prefer complete privacy are those situated directly under the bridge, which are overlooked. I need to avoid noise as much as possible due to health issues. Youll most likely be just fine there for noise. I hope this helps. As its a new ship, Im not sure how this works until Ive seen the ship for myself. Heres a link to the deck plan so you can see where it is in relation to other things: https://www.pocruises.com/content/dam/po/pdfs/ships/2020-Iona-deck-plans.pdf Jenni. On the Promenade Deck, youll find outside dining areas, bars, hot tubs and cabin balconies! So which ever way you look at it youll be doing a bit of walking onboard. You either love it or hate it. l know its cabins above and below, Hi Brinley, Ive had a look at the deck plan and cabin 9216 looks to be an inside cabin. Jenni, Hi can you tell me what cabin 10426 is like on Iona for Ffiords next year please, not booked yet. As these cabins only sleep two, they wont be available for families with pushchairs, so thats not an issue. Ive booked the Iona for the 24th October as a surprise for my husbands birthday. So, the cabins to avoid here are 9745, 9750, 10742, 10745, 11745, 11746, 12741, 12744, 14741, 14742. Any help and advice would be much appreciated. If you know what you are getting then it is perhaps ok otherwise, it can be a disappointment and put a bit of a dampener on your cruise before it has even begun. Got 11102 booked for May next year for my birthday and our anniversary. When choosing a cabin for your cruise, its always a good idea to study the ships deck plan carefully. Jenni. Choosing cruise ship cabins is a more complicated business than you might think at first. The problem is that children find great fun in splashing water over the edge of the infinity pool. Unfortunately, like many ships, Iona can be very creaky when the weather is bad, so if youre used to sleeping in silence then you may find that your sleep suffers no matter which deck you choose. Inside the configurations are pretty much the sam. My husband as now decided he wants to upgrade to a balcony but Im worried about booking select fare instead of saver incase I dont get to choose again. Your balcony is an irregular shape and a little larger than normal. Iona has a cabin for everyone, with sizes ranging from inside cabins that are a little over one hundred square feet to suites which are more than five times as large. Jenni, We are off to the Canaries on October the 9th and are booked into 12458, do you know whether these balcony cabins have a sofa in? I spent a few hours at the front of deck 8 while sailing into Olden and it was very breezy, to put it mildly! Absolutely! While the cabins at the front of the Promenade Deck have larger than average balconies, there really is no privacy at all with people walking right past. Please see below for caution regarding Conservatory Mini-Suites on Deck 8. Jenni. Walking into the room there was a wardrobe immediately to the left & four coat hooks on the wall to the right. The shows are on until around 11.30 pm so avoid booking one of these cabins if you like to go to sleep before this time. The Reef kids club is located on Deck 17 towards the back of the ship. Looks like youve got a fab cabin there with an extra large balcony! Jenni. If you want to be near everything, you can request a cabin thats in a midship location. If you stay next to one of the corner balconies, youll not only have to deal with looking at your smug neighbours with their much larger space, but theyll also be blocking quite a lot of your view. Hi Iona has a cabin with your name on it - its just deciding which one that is the difficult bit. In fact, 17219 will be cheaper than 17305 because it is further forward, even though the balcony is five times as large! This basically means that something is blocking the view from the balcony. Im afraid that Im not familiar with booking accessible cabins myself, but Im sure P&O Cruises or any good travel agent will be able to help you. I know what you mean! What youve heard is correct you have cabins above and below so you wont hear any noise here. I stayed in one of the square shaped inside cabins for a week and really liked it. Previously cruised on Azura and cant wait to sail on Iona!. If you are a night owl and are likely to be out and about this wont be so much of an issue. One other thing is that I have seen photos of the balcony cabins where the bed is next to the balcony doors and others where the sofa is next to the doors how can you tell which one you will have many thanks, Hi Tracy. There are only two family sea view suites on the ship. and what decks please, Hi Alan, As far as I know, its only the suites on Iona that have the option of a bath. Hi Carole, Im a few years off them but on my list for one day! Heres a good resource with more info about suites on Iona: https://cruisewithamber.co.uk/po-cruises-iona-best-suites/. Im expecting that buffets will be behind glass and served to you rather than everyone touching the same tongs etc. These balconies tend to be more shady than others and the interior seems darker as a result. There are really very few cabins on Iona to truly avoid, it all depends on what is important or not to you. Its very much a personal choice. Now that Iona is cruising with guests, weve been able to take the first look at these cabin balconies in real life. Of course, youll need to take care not to allow your son on the balcony unattended, but Im sure you know that anyway. Jenni, Hi I am booked on Iona in cabin 15320 I am slightly worried as I understand the pool is on deck 16. Hi I have booked cabin number 8227 on iona is this a good cabin there are 3 of us. Great question, Pat! Studying the deck plan is a good way to find the cabin thats best for you. But, youd be wise not to book a cabin directly beneath it. Jenni, Thank you for this this really helpful description of the rooms. 18 cabins to book online from $94 per night direct from owner for Chandler, AZ. Many thanks, Thats an excellent cabin! If you are travelling alone, P&O Iona has a range of solo cabins from which to choose. Great question. Suggested read: 7 easy ways to remember port and starboard, There are some also cabins on Iona which you may want to avoid. They have interconnecting rooms which can be fully opened to create a larger living space. Heres a link to it: https://www.pocruises.com/content/dam/po/pdfs/ships/2020-Iona-deck-plans.pdf I hope this helps. However, there are a few things to be aware of before booking one. Wow! The Promenade Deck is located on Deck 8 and enables passengers to walk all the way around the outside of the ship. I hope this helps a little. Cabins at the front of Iona offer some incredible panoramic views, particularly in the Norwegian Fjords. Cabin grades are used to group similar cabins together for pricing purposes. Mini suite or delux balcony for two over 70 years In the event of bad weather, a metal storm door will be closed over your balcony door leaving you with just the window. Overall they are not bad cabins, its just the balcony thats not really a balcony that makes them one avoid if you can. We spent two weeks in the cabin and it was fine for us. Suggested read: P&O Cruises with no single supplement. I loved staying in this cabin and plan to change all of my future Inside cabin bookings on Iona and Arvia to Sea Views. No votes so far! Jenni. Ho Colin. Ive just booked 9744 and the agent says its above the Sunset Bar, She didnt think it would be noisy. Your balcony is huge and you wont have far to walk for anything. 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. Cabins at the front of Iona offer some incredible panoramic views, particularly in the Norwegian Fjords. Hi is WiFi free on the Iona.And we are on deck 11 in cabin number 11214 if you know anything about it would be much appreciated.Thanks. Also thinking about calling P&O as its pretty far forward and dont want to much risk of sea sickness. Located between the cabin and the balcony, there is a separate room which is furnished with a cool L-shaped sofa to create a distinctive lounge space. Iona inside cabin layout Rather than the usual rectangle-shaped cabin, this one was square-shaped. 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. Yes people had a brief stare in sometimes as they walked past but as it wasnt the weather for lingering or even for sitting outside much it really wasnt a problem. Iona has a near-identical design to two other ships which were also constructed by shipbuilding company Meyer Werft AIDA Nova and Costa Smeralda. In these areas you should feel less movement that at the front or aft. I hope this helps. Then, you can use my free checklist to make sure that there are no issues with your cabins location. Just waiting for that inaugural cruise to complete so we can get some more images and info on the actual cabins and restaurants. Also do you think a suite will be comfortably big enough for all of us? Hi, this will be my first cruise and travelling solo. P&O Cruises Iona has 19 decks. Also, there is a promenade between your balcony and the ocean, so people can walk past. Jenni, Are the cabin sizes shown on Ionas deck plan to scale? The balconies on deck 5 of Iona are a little different in design from regular balconies. Addition. For some, the cheapest cabin is the best. Jenni. Iona balcony cabins are not all equal so it pays to do a bit of research before booking your cruise, particularly if you have your heart set on a balcony cabin. So, I asked my travel agent to move my booking to 2022 as it was. Jenni. Emma thanks for all the info. 95 Conservatory Mini-suites, and 24 Suites. Many other suites have steel fronted balconies, but I dont think that any have restricted views. Here is a list of the cabins on Iona which have the largest balconies: Inside cabins on Iona are either square or rectangular. Ive not stayed in one of those cabins so cant say for sure. However, if money is no object and only the best will do - or you want to indulge yourself or a loved one for a special occasion- then check out the Suite options. Also known as outside cabins, the sea view cabins on Iona are a great choice because, at 210 square feet, they are larger than both the standard inside and standard balcony cabins. A first for P&O Cruises and a perfect addition to the innovative flagship P&O Iona. To be able to choose your own cabin number on your P&O cruise youll need to book a Select Fare. Have a great cruise! Avoid choosing a cabin above, below or nearby the cruise ship's theatre, bars, nightclub, buffet restaurant and Kids' Clubs. We booked in the saver fare so we were allocated this balcony rather than choose it. Many thanks, Hi Julia. Thank you for a very interesting and informative article. These are numbered 8140 8235. I just looked at the deck plan and your cabin seems to be in a brilliant location. Vacation Rentals. Thats cabins 15101-15108, 14101-14110, 12103-12110, 11101-11108, 10101-10108, 9102-9109 and 8181-8108. 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. This means people can stroll past your cabin and in some cases, where the deck widens, sit right outside. However, I imagine the size of those balconies would be great in sunny climes. While most people are unlikely to look into your cabin too much, and you do have to be fairly tall to see over the balcony rail for most of the cabins, it can be a little uncomfortable if you are in one of these cabins. The main types of balcony cabins are standard and deluxe cabins. Thanks for your comment. Posts tagged iona cabins to avoid P&O Iona Cabins and Suites 2022/2023. As far as I know, I dont think its possible to tell from the deck plan where the bed. There is no sliding balcony door on these cabins, being replaced by a heavy outward-opening door. Hopefully this will be a great view all the way and reasonably quiet too. Before booking any cruise it is worth considering the type of cabin you would like, especially if the ship is new to you. Providing that there is availability, you can upgrade your cabin on a P&O Cruise. 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 Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. Measuring between 210-307 sq ft, they represent a great value option, with all those little extras you need. We respect your privacy and will not share your details. There are a generous number of these suites onboard and worth splashing out on. On some of the corridors with cabins, youll see support posts. Emma. Inside cabins are the cheapest cabins and are perfect for those on a budget or who prefer to spend their time experiencing the ship rather than being in their cabin. Youre right, there are no layout plans that we can see for Iona yet. Im booked on Iona Deck 9 216 is that overlooking those Jacuzzis ?? Id love for you to come back and let us know after your cruise! It causes a great deal of debate and opposing opinions in some of the cruise groups Im in. ft. (1 or 2 people) Standard balcony - 170 sq. From looking at the deck plan this looks like a great cabin nice and quiet and the standard size for a balcony cabin. While it is unlikely anything would happen or anyone would try to get into your cabin, travelling alone does carry extra risk. is it overlooked , or far from anything? 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. Updated on Feb 26, 2023. That is a windy spot so you may not always be able to use your balcony when the ship is moving. I think the same will be for Iona but thats our personal experience . Thanks for your comment, glad I could help. With a maximum occupancy of 4, the 2-room Sky Suites measure approximately 400sq ft, with a balcony of 110 sq ft. A generous size but they obviously come with a price tag to match. At this level you can expect exclusive services such as a personal Butler, in-cabin dining, priority access to various services. Great choice! We have just booked a grade B suite on a saver fare on Iona. Do you know the difference apart from location? For three adults, you might want a little more space so Id say go for the deluxe balcony if it meets your budget. This is because the promenade walkway, and then a glass barrier stands between the cabins and the sea. We have got cabin number GD 11745 right in the centre aft. There are four main cabin types to choose from on Iona: Read on for more info about each of these cabins types. ft. (1 person) Smaller balcony - 150 sq. So, if you dont want a hike every morning to one of the main dining rooms for breakfast or for a late night tipple in the Crows Nest, then it is worth giving some careful consideration to the location of the your cabin. Follow Food Hero Olly as he explores one of Iona's Conservatory Mini-suite cabins. Emma, Your email address will not be published. I cant quite believe they were designed that way. 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! If you suffer from motion or seasickness then its best to look for cabins in the middle of the ship and on low decks. Going on Iona soon, thank you for saving me hours of research time. Some balconies are almost as big as the cabin itself, which will provide lots of space for you all to sit outside together and enjoy the views of the Fjords. Enjoy your cruise! There will be 2 adults and a toddler travelling hoping that this is a good cabin?! Cruise Lines Ill admit that I was shocked when I saw these cabins. Thanks, Hi Jenny, any thoughts on the pros and cons on cabin No, 17221, loss very large for a GF. I know the Iona runs on different fuels so do you think there will be any sort of deposits coming from the fuel. You would need a spreadsheet to keep track of what to avoid. Your description has shown me we are above the nightclub (I didnt spot this when booking). As a solo traveller, I was not comfortable in this type of cabin. Hi David. 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