We sailed in 7502 along the front of the ship also!
I am a Verandah person through and through but I would take the chance to sail in any of the rooms at the front of the ship without thinking twice! The rooms are oversized and really comfortable. We had our traveling companions over a lot because of the extra entertaining space.
2 great things:
1. The beds face sideways instead of forwards/backwards so the rocking motion was very soothing (almost like being in a hammock).
2. Because it is off the beaten path, traditionally the only people that would pass by that area or are walking around in the halls have their rooms there.
I would jump at the chance to book one of these rooms again.
PS: The tubs will most likely be regular. From my understanding, the circular tubs are only found in the Family Verandahs/Oceanviews