Redtravel Posted October 26, 2022 #1 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Before pandemic, both lounges were open 24/7. I read somewhere that hours are being limited since you aren’t allowed to self serve. Anyone recently on, has this changed? I like going there early AM or late PM for coffee or tea. I know that you can get coffee/tea at any bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHLH821 Posted October 26, 2022 #2 Share Posted October 26, 2022 we were on Riviera one month ago. In the concierge lounge, the attendant was there for several hours in the AM and the PM but the room is accessible with your cruise card. We went throughout the day when the concierge was not there- no trouble accessing the lounge 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiFi43 Posted October 26, 2022 #3 Share Posted October 26, 2022 We just got off the Marina and both lounges were available with you key card almost all the time (I never tried them in the middle of the night but certainly during early morning to later evening). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mertziek Posted November 4, 2022 #4 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Who has access to executive lounge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare DENIE Posted November 4, 2022 #5 Share Posted November 4, 2022 Riviera was consistently open all day long, and food items/snacks were self-serve. This was in June. Didn't try to go in the middle of the night, but it looked like it would be accessible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted November 4, 2022 #6 Share Posted November 4, 2022 38 minutes ago, mertziek said: Who has access to executive lounge? If I understand correctly, those occupying "Concierge Level" Veranda cabins, and all suites.... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmerl Posted November 5, 2022 #7 Share Posted November 5, 2022 1 hour ago, mertziek said: Who has access to executive lounge? Executive lounge is for Penthouse and above. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 5, 2022 #8 Share Posted November 5, 2022 2 hours ago, bob brown said: If I understand correctly, those occupying "Concierge Level" Veranda cabins, and all suites.... Concierge pax have a lounge on Deck 9 on the O class ships 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted November 5, 2022 #9 Share Posted November 5, 2022 32 minutes ago, LHT28 said: Concierge pax have a lounge on Deck 9 on the O class ships So, does that mean there are two exclusive lounges? One for Concierge level, and another for suites??🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 5, 2022 #10 Share Posted November 5, 2022 1 minute ago, bob brown said: So, does that mean there are two exclusive lounges? One for Concierge level, and another for suites??🤔 yes check the deck plan Deck 9 & Deck 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mauibabes Posted November 5, 2022 #11 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Yes, two Lounges. PH and above access the Executive Lounge on Deck 11. Mauibabes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted November 5, 2022 #12 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Interesting...did not know that. The Insignia was my only Oceania ship, and it didn't have any exclusive card accessed lounges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted November 5, 2022 #13 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Perhaps Oceania's new ships should add a lounge for top Oceania Club level's? Or just include access to one or both of the existing lounges? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgee Posted November 5, 2022 #14 Share Posted November 5, 2022 9 minutes ago, bob brown said: Perhaps Oceania's new ships should add a lounge for top Oceania Club level's? Or just include access to one or both of the existing lounges? Their capacity is so limited it would be quite problematic to open them up to any guests beyond those in concierge or PH cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 5, 2022 #15 Share Posted November 5, 2022 2 hours ago, bob brown said: Perhaps Oceania's new ships should add a lounge for top Oceania Club level's? Or just include access to one or both of the existing lounges? They are not really that special you are not missing much JMO 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob brown Posted November 5, 2022 #16 Share Posted November 5, 2022 Royal Caribbean and Celebrity have lounges for their top level loyalty members, in addition to those paying for suites. I have been in those, and they are quite nice, as they include drinks and nice hors d'oeuvres during "cocktail hours". They are a very nice and welcome perk for their loyalty members... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 5, 2022 #17 Share Posted November 5, 2022 4 hours ago, bob brown said: Royal Caribbean and Celebrity have lounges for their top level loyalty members, in addition to those paying for suites. I have been in those, and they are quite nice, as they include drinks and nice hors d'oeuvres during "cocktail hours". They are a very nice and welcome perk for their loyalty members... it is a small space maybe the size of an C cabin free drinks are Coffee/tea/sodas /juice snacks are like the Barristas prior to the updated menu Newspapers & TV computer/printer (when it works) Concierge at certain hours You would need to be very high roller to avoid the crush if they opened it up to loyalty members below the Presidents circle level😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare GeezerCouple Posted November 5, 2022 #18 Share Posted November 5, 2022 40 minutes ago, LHT28 said: it is a small space maybe the size of an C cabin free drinks are Coffee/tea/sodas /juice snacks are like the Barristas prior to the updated menu Newspapers & TV computer/printer (when it works) Concierge at certain hours You would need to be very high roller to avoid the crush if they opened it up to loyalty members below the Presidents circle level😉 Sorry for the mini-hijack, but what is the "updated menu" at Baristas? That's a favorite place for DH (on the Riviera, in case it matters), although he was happy to give some equal opportunity to a few of the snacks in the Executive Lounge. 😉 He much preferred Baristas, no surprise, because he also enjoyed the actual Barista and fresh coffees of various sorts, but the convenience of the Executive Lounge was hard to beat sometimes. However, it made the nibbling a little too easy, ahem... Thanks. GC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 5, 2022 #19 Share Posted November 5, 2022 56 minutes ago, GeezerCouple said: Sorry for the mini-hijack, but what is the "updated menu" at Baristas? That's a favorite place for DH (on the Riviera, in case it matters), although he was happy to give some equal opportunity to a few of the snacks in the Executive Lounge. 😉 Barristas usually had a few cookies mini sandwiches etc as you probably know I have not been on the O ships post covid & since it was upgraded the space is expanded & according posts it now has wine in the evenings plus other food items bagels toast etc during the day There were photos of Riviera & some of the offerings in one of the threads here Not sure if the R class ships have the New offerings or still just a selection of small bites Yes I know where to find DH just follow the food 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgee Posted November 5, 2022 #20 Share Posted November 5, 2022 8 hours ago, bob brown said: Royal Caribbean and Celebrity have lounges for their top level loyalty members, in addition to those paying for suites. I have been in those, and they are quite nice, as they include drinks and nice hors d'oeuvres during "cocktail hours". They are a very nice and welcome perk for their loyalty members... RCCL and Celebrity lounges serve alchohol and are large more elaborate hangout places. Oceania Concierge and Executive lounges are maybe 4 times as large as a regular balcony cabin, do not have a bar, do not have any windows. Small room to get a cup of coffee and rolls or light snacks. Not even in the same universe as main stream cruise line lounges. Suggest you at least look at a deck plan and you will understand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ORV Posted November 5, 2022 #21 Share Posted November 5, 2022 A couple of points here. I'm pretty sure that if you are in a PH or higher you can access either lounge. If you are in Concierge you can only go to that lounge. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong. Celebrity does not have a loyalty lounge, never have had one. What they did do is use a section of their version of Horizons(forget what it's called) and had free drinks for 2 hours each evening for those that are Elite and above(except for the first night). At one point on previous ships when they had less Elite's they had the function in Michael's Club, but it was open to everyone at hours other than the happy hour. Michael's was originally an indoor cigar smoking bar. They also have a continental type breakfast in one of the Specialty restaurants. They still do the Happy Hour for Elites and up, but with their Always Included concept(which they are backing away from), and drink packages, there is very little use for it. They do have a special lounge for those that are traveling in suites. What and where it is depends on class of ship. Celebrity has really gone to the whole "Retreat" concept. Royal Caribbean on the other hand does have special lounges for different loyalty levels. They have a Diamond Lounge, A Suite Lounge, a Pinnacle Lounge and maybe more, depending on your status is will depend on which ones you can access. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted November 5, 2022 #22 Share Posted November 5, 2022 I have not been in the Executive lounge but the Concierge lounge would be a squeeze if free alcoholic drinks were served https://www.cruisecritic.com/photos/ships/riviera-607/concierge-lounge-321170/concierge-lounge--v14124379/ https://www.cruisecritic.com/photos/ships/riviera-607/executive-lounge-321171/executive-lounge--v14125025/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladys Mom Posted November 5, 2022 #23 Share Posted November 5, 2022 We have not been on Oceania for five years. Prior to that we were in both Penthouse and Concierge cabins. We checked out the lounges and found that they were sorely lacking for anything we needed, except for my DH occasionally needing to print something. Found that calling room service or going to Baristas had much more of what we were looking for -- whether it was a latte or a stronger drink. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppy99 Posted November 5, 2022 #24 Share Posted November 5, 2022 19 hours ago, LHT28 said: Concierge pax have a lounge on Deck 9 on the O class ships what sorts of snacks does the concierge lounge have? any soft drinks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guppy99 Posted November 5, 2022 #25 Share Posted November 5, 2022 3 minutes ago, Guppy99 said: what sorts of snacks does the concierge lounge have? any soft drinks? Ooops...just looked at the link with slides. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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