Zuiderdam - Which room to book?

[BigAft]

My wife and I are going to try the Z next spring. We really enjoy the mini-suites on the Grand class ships from Princess. Should we book the SS stateroom? What would you suggest as an equal.

Many thanks.
Larry

[SANDY BEACH]

I would suggest you try to book a S suite if budget allows. The room is larger and the amenities are greater. The SS allows you more space but that is it. In the S you will have access to the Neptune Lounge, priority embarkation, priority tender tickets and free laundry. These are a few of the amenities that we really enjoyed. The price of the S, at times, is very little more than the SS. If ever you wanted to try a true suite on Holland, this is the time to do it. Prices are very competitive with other cruise lines in their suite category. You will enjoy the ship. A friendly crew that tries very hard to make your cruise special. Don't forget to try the specialty restaurant. Definitely worth the extra $$. Enjoy!

[Krazy Kruizers]

Definitely try a "S" if your budget can afford it.

Also you can go to the Pinnacle Grill (alternative restaurant) on the first night for $10 (half price) per person by calling ship services in advance and making a reservation.

[Stevesan]

The SS is equivalent to the S class minisuite. The SS, however, is larger and a better layout. The bath is excellent with a dual sink. I posted some SS cabin photos at:

http://www.cruise-addicts.com/picturepost/indexalpha.php

They're listed as "Zuiderdam B2B sep 2003". If you're not familiar with the web page just click on "select a gallery", and scroll to title. But be sure to first click on the "List Galleries Alphabetically" on the lower left of the page.

[dakrewser]

The SS is equivalent to the S class minisuite. The SS, however, is larger and a better layout. The bath is excellent with a dual sink.
Where did you get the idea that an SS (at ~398 sq feet) was larger than an S (at ~516 sq feet)?

[Stevesan]

Where did you get the idea that an SS (at ~398 sq feet) was larger than an S (at ~516 sq feet)?
Kind of a snotty comment. Having a bad day?

Read my lips, I said S class minisuite, not S category.

[dakrewser]

Kind of a snotty comment. Having a bad day?

Read my lips, I said S class minisuite, not S category.
I don't think so. But the OP, as best I can tell, had never been on a HAL ship before, Statendam class or any other. Since some had posted about the difference between an S and an SS category, I did want to be sure the OP wasn't confused. You wouldn't want that, would you?

-dave

[PoohUnderstands]

Unless there are more than two of you and you have to have the special room that goes with a S suite, I wouldn't pay the extra for an "S" over an "SS". The SS is a perfect room and bathroom for two people. The veranda is huge. So I would save your money and go with a "SS" and then maybe get upgraded to an "S"!!!