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How to choose your stateroom

There are a number of different staterooms to choose from on a Cunard Queen, and choosing one can seem like quite a task, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the ship. This guide should help you get to know what’s available, and hopefully help you make a decision.

2 min 13 Aug 2024

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What are Cunard’s different options?

Before you think about the location of your accommodation, you first need to choose which on board experience you’d like to book:

Each of these come with their own different benefits, as well as their own associated restaurant. Find out more about them by clicking on the links above.

A Queen Anne Princess Grill Suite bedroom, showing seating area, desk, bar with coffee maker and kingsize bed

Which on board location would you like?

There are many things to consider when thinking about where on the ship you’d like to be based. Perhaps you plan on staying ‘out’ late in the evenings, dancing and listening to live music. If so, you might like to be close to the bars and entertainment venues. On the other hand, if you’d like to go to bed early this is the area you might prefer to avoid. If you want to be poolside as quickly as possible after breakfast, maybe choose accommodation in close vicinity.

Anyone with mobility issues may also want to be located close to the lifts, or even require an accessible room. You can peruse the deck plan of your ship in the brochure or here on the website, to get a good understanding of the layout of the ship, or simply ask the team’s advice when you book. To find out which of our rooms are accessible, click here.

Queen Anne during her sea trials after departing the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice

Would you like a balcony?

If you’ve got visions of sipping your morning coffee as the sea breeze caresses your cheeks, a suite, or a balcony stateroom is a must. You could even order a complimentary room service breakfast, to arrive at a time that suits you, and enjoy it al fresco in your own private space. It’s great knowing you can come back any time to sit and relax outside with a book, or simply to sunbathe, without disturbance. All Princess Grill and Queens Grill suites have balconies, or you could choose a Britannia / Britannia Club balcony stateroom.

A Queen Anne Britannia Club Balcony stateroom, showing kingsize bed, dressing table, seating area and balcony access

How much space do you need?

Accommodation on the Cunard Queens comes in a variety of sizes. Whether you’re looking for a calm and simple space in which to unwind as a solo traveller (on Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth), or you want an adjoining stateroom to accommodate a family or group, you’ll find something to suit. Should you be looking for plenty of room, our Queens Grill suites are the crème de la crème of luxury accommodation at sea. With space to get dressed, host guests, rest, and relax, you may never want to leave your suite.

After your voyage, you may find that you’ve become somewhat attached to your suite or stateroom. In this case, it is possible to request the same one every time you voyage with us, and the team will do their best to help. On the other hand, maybe you’d like to experience a Cunard voyage in all the different accommodation types. As each suite, stateroom, and experience has its own advantages, it may take time to find your favourite! Cause for another holiday, perhaps?

A Queen Anne Britannia Inside stateroom, showing kingsize bed and desk

Frequently asked questions about accommodation

How large are the staterooms?

Cunard ships boast some of the most spacious staterooms at sea, with more square footage than many other cruise lines. You’ll have plenty of space to relax after a day exploring ashore or enjoying the many activities and venues on board.

Below are the approximate dimensions of each stateroom grade on board. Please note that individual stateroom and suite sizes differ based on ship, position and grade.

Britannia Inside: approximately 152-243 sq. ft. (including single staterooms).
Britannia Oceanview: approximately 133-201 sq. ft. (including single staterooms).
Britannia Balcony: approximately 228-472 sq. ft.
Britannia Club Balcony: approximately 248-470 sq. ft.
Princess Grill Suites: approximately 335-513 sq. ft.
Queens Grill Suites: approximately 484-2249 sq. ft.

Can I choose where my stateroom is?

Yes. During the booking process, you can use the Cunard Fare to choose the exact location of your stateroom, subject to availability – you can find the deck plans for each ship on their overview pages.

Where is best for seasickness?

To reduce seasickness, it’s best to choose a stateroom located in the middle of the ship on one of the lower decks as you’re less likely to feel the ship swaying. It’s also best to book a stateroom with a window or balcony as being able to breathe in fresh air and look at the horizon will help you feel less sick.

What type of plug socket is in the staterooms?

Both UK 3 pin and US 2 pin sockets are used on board. You will find a three pin socket next to a two pin socket across our fleet, and USB sockets exclusively on Queen Anne.

The standard electrical supply in the United Kingdom is 50Hz (cycles) and 240V.
The supply on board all the ship's are 220V / 110V / 60Hz.