Fantasy Stateroom #5524

[RhiannonCarter]

I have tried to find info on Fantasy Stateroom #5524 - but no luck. I have checked this list - http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruise-new/roomlist.cfm

Anyone know about this room? We are booked here in Sept and all I know is it is a blocked Veranda. Any info is helpful

 

[awilliams4]

Hmm, I see that it exists. What category is it? It looks like it should have a large extended balcony like a 4E but it is color coded differently than a 4E.

 

[RhiannonCarter]

Hmm, I see that it exists. What category is it? It looks like it should have a large extended balcony like a 4E but it is color coded differently than a 4E.

Hi there - thanks for your reply. It is a 07A and the description says eluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Navigator's Verandah. Undersized and/or Obstructed Verandah.

 

[awilliams4]

Ahh, makes sense why it is coded differently than the 4Es.

My educated guess is that you are going to get a larger than average verandah and you just won't have a completely open view from within your room. You will have more privacy though I bet!

If I had a choice between going one floor higher to 6 and getting a smaller verandah or getting what you got, I would get what you got. You will probably get two lounge chairs, two chairs and a table versus just two chairs and a table because you are right next to the 4Es. We have done the 4Es twice and love them.

 

[RhiannonCarter]

Ahh, makes sense why it is coded differently than the 4Es.

My educated guess is that you are going to get a larger than average verandah and you just won't have a completely open view from within your room. You will have more privacy though I bet!

If I had a choice between going one floor higher to 6 and getting a smaller verandah or getting what you got, I would get what you got. You will probably get two lounge chairs, two chairs and a table versus just two chairs and a table because you are right next to the 4Es. We have done the 4Es twice and love them.

I just found this info... I hope people don't look into our cabin -

"The other bad cabins in category 7A on the Dream/Fantasy are #5524 and #5024.

The balcony is a standard size but is right next to the cabins with the extended balconies. It has been reported that someone standing on the balcony next door (i.e., 5526 or 5026) can turn and look into cabins #5524 and #5024."

 

[Anal Annie]

I have tried to find info on Fantasy Stateroom #5524 - but no luck. I have checked this list - http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruise-new/roomlist.cfm

Anyone know about this room? We are booked here in Sept and all I know is it is a blocked Veranda. Any info is helpful

I made a list of the cabins that were reclassified on Oct. 18, 2011. That particular cabin started out as a 5E and was reclassified due to the curvature of the ship creating some obstruction on the balcony view. While there is not a room report for it on the Fantasy there is one listed for it on the Dream (which should be identical).

Here it is:

Notes: Convienient to kids clubs and nursery. A little noisy during shows. Excellent value to have a small verandah.

There are also several room reports for #5024 on the Dream (the exact same location on the other side of the ship). Hate to tell you but it doesn't sound too good and I would try to see if you could switch to another Cat 7A. A lot of these were from before it was reclassified. The room reports for the ones on deck 8 are good so we booked one of those:

Notes: Obstructed view and very loud. Near children center and could hear kids scream all night while trying to sleep. Should be downgraded.

Review by: noahsmom
Ship: Disney Dream Stateroom: 5024 Condition: 4
Deck: 5 Category: 5E Location: Forward
Sail Date: 07/19/11
Notes: This room should not be a 5E due to the issues with the balcony. There is NO privacy since people on 5026 veranda can look directly into 5024. In order to get ready for dinner or for the day the curtain must be closed. We spoke to many people on the ship and on land regarding the issues with this room. So far all we have gotten was "sorry for the inconvenience." This is our 7th cruise and we did a 5E GTY, we will never again do a GTY room. When a CM from guest services came to the room I told her we basically had an inside stateroom because we need to keep the curtain closed so the neighbors can't see in. Very disappointed that we pd $800 for this "upgrade". When speaking to the CM at future cruise desk they know of the issues and have blocked the room - they will only give it to people if nothing else is available. Also, the top of the table we very damaged from previous guests. Stateroom host knew about this but there wasn't time to replace. This room does have a great location but there is noise from the theater.

Review by: stebu
Ship: Disney Dream Stateroom: 5024 Condition: 1
Deck: 5 Category: 5E Location: Forward
Sail Date: 05/29/11
Notes: Lots of problems: 1) The balcony is less than half the depth of the other Cat 5E staterooms. 2) Because of the short balcony, people in 5026/5526 can look right into your stateroom (not just your balcony, your entire stateroom). 3) You are not at the edge of the ship, unlike all the other balconies. 4) The room is over the Walt Disney Theater, and the bass really (really!) comes into the room. This was a big problem on the pirate night when they had a 11:15 PM -1:45 AM showing of On Stranger Tides.

Review by: Jpegger
Ship: Disney Dream Stateroom: 5024 Condition: 5
Deck: 5 Category: 5E Location: Forward
Sail Date: 03/27/11
Notes: Room was perfectfor our needs. Close to elevator, balcony level of Buena Vista theater, down one set of stairs to balcony of Walt Disney Theatre. Heard some bass and noise from the 6:00 pm show in Walt Disney, but not annoying. Also, if you need access to the Vibe, there was a very close wheelchair access door. Balcony partially obstructed, but not to a point where it was annoying. Took plenty of great shots from there. Room was ample in size for the three of us.

Review by: MSTANG88
Ship: Disney Dream Stateroom: 5024 Condition: 5
Deck: 5 Category: 5E Location: Forward
Sail Date: 01/07/11
Notes: Room was beautiful but verandah was partially blocked. Also this is not an extended verandah but the one beside it is. No privacy on the verandah. Heard some bass/noise during the day from show rehersals.

 

[RhiannonCarter]

Lovely... I'll give them a call later today to see what I can do. I can handle a small verandah, but having people look into our room really bothers me. Thank you both for the info!!

 

[awilliams4]

I just found this info... I hope people don't look into our cabin -

"The other bad cabins in category 7A on the Dream/Fantasy are #5524 and #5024.

The balcony is a standard size but is right next to the cabins with the extended balconies. It has been reported that someone standing on the balcony next door (i.e., 5526 or 5026) can turn and look into cabins #5524 and #5024."

I believe I recall reading that before as well. The deck layouts online don't seem to suggest that but I do believe I recall others complaining about your type of room.

 

[awilliams4]

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2733375

I recall that we got lucky one year in 5046 on the Dream when we paid for a 5E and they switched it to a 4E but didn't raise our price.

I believe people complained about your room being worse than the 5Es next door so they recategorized them to 4Es.

The 4Es are GREAT! Consider switching to them.

 

[Cruella 66]

We are in 5548 in June...would that be across the ship from 5046?

 

[Anal Annie]

The deck 5 cabins that were reclassified in 2011 are as follows:

Previously: 6B's that were downgraded to 7A's:
5180, 5680 (aft - behind the portholes - with solid bottoms)
5188 & 5688 (on the very back of the ship)

Previously 5E's that were upgraded to 4E's:
5026 - 5052; 5150 - 5164; 5526 - 5552; 5650 - 5664

Previously 5E's downgraded to 7A's:
5024 & 5524

There were other cabins on other decks that were changed as well but these are the ones that were affected on deck 5.

 

[Time4disney]

I have tried to find info on Fantasy Stateroom #5524 - but no luck. I have checked this list - http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/cruise-new/roomlist.cfm

Anyone know about this room? We are booked here in Sept and all I know is it is a blocked Veranda. Any info is helpful

My husband and I were in this room in June. I have to honestly say that out of all 9 cruises on various Disney ships this was my least favorite room. When I booked this cruise the only rooms left in cat. 7A was a GTY room so I booked it because I have always booked and stayed in a 7a category and have been happy with the room that I chose to stay in. But this time Disney assigned this room to us. My biggest complaint is what you have read from others about the room next door being able to look into your room. We also heard music late at night. It didn't ruin our cruise but I would not stay in that cabin again.

 

[tinkerone]

check this out, it might help you a bit more and give you a better idea.

http://www.cruisedeckplans.com/DP/Main/decks.php?ship=Disney Fantasy

eta-sorry, just reread thread and this probably doesn't answer your question. again, sorry.

 

[Bear3412]

....Anyone know about this room? We are booked here in Sept and all I know is it is a blocked Veranda.....

I've never heard of of a blocked veranda? Share input please. But, ....

This cabin is a cat 7a that sleeps 3 pax max. That means it has no ceiling pull down bunk, only couch for third pax. Queen for two of course.

This is a 7a obstructed veranda. The obstruction can be seen in the following images. Have you seen these images?
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2586763
Your cabin/veranda is the first veranda, aft of the OV 5522. This can be seen in the linked images. Interestingly your obstruction is below the line of sight. Unlike many 7a's.
I feel that is better than an obstruction at line of sight fwiw. lol.

However, this cabin is just forward of the extended veranda cats 4e's that will affect your privacy.
Your veranda only extends the standard amount. The adjoining veranda extends three times the length. Meaning those next door can see into your cabin.

This is the view from Dream Class 5042/5524 cabin; http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=39626854&postcount=35
Most folks are not pleased with the view.
The real issue is the folks next door can walk out on their balcony and see into your cabin.

Just trying to inform you of the situation prior to boarding.

I would switch out of 5042/55542 if possible before PIF. Move up two levels if possible, still cat. 7a.

This is a challenging cabin pair. I will say, there is another 7a cabin pair that is challenging. It's the 7a's aft on deck 5.

http://www.www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=49544561&postcount=7

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=46594621&postcount=7

The aft 7a's may lack veranda space, but they have a killer view, so ....

Whether stuck fore or aft, in a 7a, with nosey neighbors looking onto you, remember you are aboard DCL, so who cares ...

JMTs

 

[nelli88]

Lovely... I'll give them a call later today to see what I can do. I can handle a small verandah, but having people look into our room really bothers me. Thank you both for the info!!

Just wondering if you ended up in 5524 after.. I cant find any pictures online, Im not to worried about people looking down onto the balcony, just curious to what the actual room and verandah look like