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'I stayed In Interior Cabins On Three Major Cruise Lines. Here's How They Compared'
As a frequent cruiser, Lauren Mack always books interior cabins. They're often the most economical option, though they aren't identical across cruise lines.
so, Mack compared her recent interior cabins on Holland America Line's Rotterdam, Norwegian Cruise Line's Getaway, and Princess Cruises' Caribbean Princess.
Here's how the spaces stacked up — and which cruise room she liked best for its excellent value.
[Mack spent 12 days on Holland America Line's Rotterdam ship. Lauren Mack]
Last December, Mack sailed on Holland America Line's Rotterdam for a 12-day Panama Canal cruise that cost $849 plus $460 for taxes, fees, and port charges.
Her rate included a $25 onboard credit but no gratuities or add-ons like drink packages, specialty dining, WiFi, or excursions.
The above rate was for my half of the cabin, which she booked to share with a friend. Had her original reservation been for one person, she would've paid a higher rate for the same cabin.
[Mack's room felt fairly spacious. Lauren Mack]
The cabin had a decent amount of space, especially compared with ocean-view rooms on the ship. Mack's 160-square-foot cabin featured two wardrobes, a queen-size bed, a desk, and a minibar.
It was only about 15 square feet smaller than some ocean-view staterooms on the ship, which start at 175 square feet.
[Mack's bathroom in the Holland America Line cabin felt luxurious. Lauren Mack]
The large bathroom was a highlight. This bathroom is one of the largest ones Mack had experienced on a cruise.
she liked that it had a walk-in glass shower as big as ones she's seen in nice hotels on land and a ton of storage around the vanity, shower, and toilet.
[Mack's room came with an umbrella and other essentials. Lauren Mack]
The number of in-room amenities was impressive and included a mini refrigerator, a safe, a makeup mirror, a hairdryer, robes, beach towels, and an umbrella.
Plus, this cabin had the most electrical outlets Mack had seen in a cruise room thus far.
[Mack's Holland America Line room had quite the bar area. Lauren Mack]
Lastly, the cabin had an expertly curated minibar area featuring a cabinet that included red wine, white wine, rocks glasses, and a stainless-steel ice bucket.
Bottles of Mondavi chardonnay, La Marca prosecco, and premade On the Rocks cocktails were also available for an extra fee.
Overall, Mack's Holland America Line room was classy, and standouts included the well-stocked minibar and massive shower.
To see how Mack's Holland America Line room stacked up to the rooms on Norwegian and Princess, head to Business Insider.
