Luvmyrotti Posted February 23, 2015 #1 Share Posted February 23, 2015 DH and I are considering a spring 2016 TA on the Oosterdam. The deck plans and suite information lump all of the Neptune suites as being 512 - 700 square feet (inclusive of balcony). We are considering an aft wrap around balcony, as we love being at the aft. Does anyone have any more specific information regarding the interior and exterior square footage of these suites? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisingxpert Posted February 23, 2015 #2 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Back of Noordam 7142 - sister ship to Oosterdam and side area of 7142 Interior space is slightly smaller than Neptune suites on port and starboard sides Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvmyrotti Posted February 23, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Thanks Cruisingxpert. I've checked out all of the photos on Halfacts. I was just wondering if there were more specifics about the actual interior and exterior square footage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisingxpert Posted February 23, 2015 #4 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Thanks Cruisingxpert. I've checked out all of the photos on Halfacts. I was just wondering if there were more specifics about the actual interior and exterior square footage. That's where I grabbed my pictures from because we are not allowed to mention the site anymore:confused: The only difference in the room size is between the bed and the sofa and chairs area - probably 1-2 feet. So I guess it depends on whether you like more room to roam in the cabin or more balcony space with an incredible view. Give me the balcony and that view any day. Some also say that the long walk to Neptune lounge is a deterrent but again - you get more exercise and I don't want to spend a lot of time in a windowless room even though the Neptune staff are wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qsuzi Posted February 23, 2015 #5 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Back of Noordam 7142 - sister ship to Oosterdam and side area of 7142 Interior space is slightly smaller than Neptune suites on port and starboard sides Great quality pix. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvmyrotti Posted February 23, 2015 Author #6 Share Posted February 23, 2015 That's where I grabbed my pictures from because we are not allowed to mention the site anymore:confused: The only difference in the room size is between the bed and the sofa and chairs area - probably 1-2 feet. So I guess it depends on whether you like more room to roam in the cabin or more balcony space with an incredible view. Give me the balcony and that view any day. Some also say that the long walk to Neptune lounge is a deterrent but again - you get more exercise and I don't want to spend a lot of time in a windowless room even though the Neptune staff are wonderful. Whoops, didn't realize we were not supposed to mention that site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizziebargain Posted February 23, 2015 #7 Share Posted February 23, 2015 If you call HAL, they will give you balcony and cabin dimensions for any stateroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare visagrunt Posted February 23, 2015 #8 Share Posted February 23, 2015 The eight aft wraps are not all identical, but generally speaking, the cabin with be smaller than an SA midships, and the balcony will be larger. Frankly, you can't go wrong. All Neptune Suites, regardless of category, give you plenty of space to relax both inside and outside. If an aft facing balcony is what you want, then any of them are worth it. You might find, for example, that the SC's on Deck 6 are a good fit for you, providing you with the aft facing balcony, but not the long, skinny space of the "wrap" part of the aft-wrap. Only you can decide if the fare difference between an SC and an SB is worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TiogaCruiser Posted February 23, 2015 #9 Share Posted February 23, 2015 If you call HAL, they will give you balcony and cabin dimensions for any stateroom. And with any luck they may even be correct. :D A rep was giving very incorrect location and size info to my TA. I suspect it was just info on their screen and for the cabin grade and not that specific cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankc98376 Posted February 23, 2015 #10 Share Posted February 23, 2015 5190 and 5191 have approx 450 sq ft balconies- completely covered. You could get probably over 30 people on the balcony comfortably. Balcony is wrap around the side so view from 2 directions. Very private- no other balconies can see into this one. Sheltered from the wind even heading north up the west coast. They are our favorite cabins. They are this way on Oosterdam, Westerdam, and Zuiderdam. Noordam has a different stern so balconies are smaller. The suites are a little smaller that other NS but laid out well. You enter thru a small hall and turn into the main cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheWASide Posted February 23, 2015 #11 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Deck 4 wrap balconies are BY FAR the largest (on the entire ship... not just within the Neptune Suites) and are pretty much open and exposed to the elements. Great for hot climates like Mexico and Caribbean. Deck 5 is my favorite. Almost as big as deck 4 but almost entirely covered so regardless of weather you can enjoy it. Great for cooler climates like Canada/New England, Alaska or unknowns like a transatlantic. Note decks 4 and 5 have a little smaller actual ROOM. More the size of a Signature Suite than a Neptune Suite. Decks 6, 7 and 8 all have a little larger ROOM... closer to that of a regular Neptune Suite and a little smaller balcony. All will be nearly entirely covered. Deck 8 may get some noise due to the pool deck directly above it but if you're out and about during the day as well it should be minimal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheWASide Posted February 23, 2015 #12 Share Posted February 23, 2015 5190 and 5191 have approx 450 sq ft balconies- completely covered. You could get probably over 30 people on the balcony comfortably. . You can. I've done it :D :D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Crew News Posted February 23, 2015 #13 Share Posted February 23, 2015 You can. I've done it :D :D :D So have we in both cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyDenise Posted February 24, 2015 #14 Share Posted February 24, 2015 One thing I didn't like about SB7142 on the Noordam was the fact the closets are next to the bed. We had three females in the room so the beds were twins. We could not hardly use the closets, very tight squeeze. I would only do an aft wrap if the beds stayed together ( or if it was a free upgrade again ) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvmyrotti Posted February 24, 2015 Author #15 Share Posted February 24, 2015 Thank you all for the great replies! I hadn't really thought about the non-wrap balconies, so now I'm going to go look at those. I appreciate the input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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