We had the pleasure of sailing on Disney Cruise Line‘s newest ship, Disney Treasure, twice since it set sail back in December. During our first cruise we stayed in a Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah, but for our second sailing we decided to save some money and opted for a guaranteed balcony cabin. This meant we were assigned to a Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah. How did these two options compare? Find out in our latest Disney Treasure cabin review.
Our Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah Review
Booking a guaranteed balcony cabin, we were assigned a standard Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah a few weeks prior to our cruise. Reviewing the deck plans, this 7A category stateroom, cabin 7194, is located almost fully aft on the portside of Deck 7.
According to Disney Cruise Line’s website, this Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah measures approximately 243 square feet, noticeably smaller than the 284 square feet of the Family version we previously enjoyed. These cabins sleep 3-4 guests, featuring a queen bed and single sleeper sofa. Some also feature an upper-berth single pull-down bed.
The rooms on Disney Treasure are themed for adventure, featuring depictions from your favorite Disney films. They include Aladdin (Deck 2, 6, 7), Pocahontas (Deck 2, 6, 7), Encanto (Deck 8, 9), Up (Deck 8, 9), Nemo (Deck 10, 11), and Luca (Deck 10, 11). Our particular stateroom featured an Aladdin mural above the bed.
After experiencing the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom during our media sailing on Disney Treasure, we were interested to see how this smaller accommodation compared.
Layout of a Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah
Much like our previous stateroom, the color palette in this cabin is rather subdued, with light wood and shades of tans and blues in the carpet, furniture, and other finishes. The vibrant artwork is the focal point, with the mural over the bed and other accents offering just enough pops of color to give the stateroom some character.
The decor in this cabin, including the Agrabah-themed mural, reflected the 1992 classic film Aladdin.
Upon entering our stateroom, we first noticed the size difference. The split bathrooms were to our right, with the closets to our left. The queen-sized bed was positioned on the midship wall facing aft. Beyond the bed were the sofa, desk, and balcony.
While more compact than the Family version, the layout still made efficient use of space with similar organization to its larger counterpart.
Inside Our Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah
Bathroom
Like most staterooms on DCL ships, our cabin featured the signature split bathroom design that makes it easy for families to get ready in the morning. With a separate shower/sink and toilet/sink setup, multiple family members can use the facilities simultaneously. Even though we are just a couple, this setup definitely came in handy when preparing to go ashore in the mornings.
The vanities in each bathroom have adequate counter space and a couple small shelves off to one side.
The full-sized shower/tub combo features a glass door. There are also a couple additional shelves in the shower for storage, along with shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel dispensers. The half bath with the toilet also has a liquid hand soap dispenser.
The finishes matched what we saw in our previous cabin, with light wood and white tile creating a clean, contemporary feel.
Closet
The closet space in this cabin is more limited when compared to the Family stateroom. One side of the closet features a small clothes bar and only a few shelves as well as the safe. The other features a full clothes bar with hangers but no additonal storage compartments. This limited our ability to stow away shoes and our packing cubes with undergarments and the like. Further, notably missing are the series of open shelves tucked around the corner from the closet.
For a seven-night cruise, we had just enough space for all our clothes and gear. While we missed the extra storage in the Family version, when compared to other contemporary cruise lines, the storage capacity is certainly on par.
Main Cabin Area
The main cabin area makes good use of the available square footage. The queen bed offers the same comfort and signature Disney bedding we enjoyed in our previous cabin. A nice perk if traveling with a family is the privacy curtain that separates the sitting area from the bed.
There is a night stand on each side of the bed with a small drawer. Across from the bed is the television. One side of the bed has two power outlets and a USB-C outlet and the other side has one European outlet, along with one USB and one USB-C outlet.
The sofa is fairly spacious by cruise ship standards and has additional Aladdin-inspired wall art above it. The sofa provides plenty of space for two adults, along with a small end table. It also converts to a single bed if needed.
Across the way is the desk. It features plenty of shelves and drawers for additional storage. These include three large and two small above-desk shelves, along with five drawers of varying size. This is also where the mini-fridge is located. As with the Family stateroom, power outlets and USB ports are conveniently located at the desk for charging devices. There are 2 US outlets, 1 European outlet, and 1 USB-C outlet.
While the sitting area and desk are the same size, what’s missing from the Family cabin is the extra space between these areas and the balcony. In this Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah, the sofa and desk immediately abut the balcony.
Balcony
Another significant difference between our two Disney Treasure cabins was the balcony. While most balconies on the ship measure approximately 43 square feet, ours was noticeably smaller. This stateroom is the last accommodation before an aft-facing stateroom, so the balcony is curved and narrow at one end. It has just barely enough space for the two chairs and table.
While this layout was unique to our cabin, all category 7A staterooms have a “private balcony” with partial views.
Despite its smaller size, the balcony was still a wonderful spot for us to enjoy ocean views during our voyage.
Comparing Deluxe vs. Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms
After experiencing both room types on Disney Treasure, the differences became apparent. The Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom offers approximately 40 additional square feet of space, which translates to a more spacious sitting area and more storage options.
The Family stateroom can sleep up to 5 guests with its pull-down bed above the sofa and optional wall pull-down bed, while the standard Deluxe stateroom comfortably accommodates up to 4 guests (no wall pull-down bed).
Storage is another key difference. The Family version features significantly more closet and shelf space.
The bathrooms maintain the same split configuration in both room types, though the Family version offers slightly more space.
While the size difference is noteable between these two Disney Treasure cabins, both maintain the premium feel that sets Disney Cruise Line apart from competitors.
Recap of Our Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah
We were quite satisfied with our Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom. While smaller than the Family version, it provided comfortable accommodations with Disney’s signature attention to detail and themed elements.
The 243 square feet still offered more space than many competitor balcony cabins, and the split bathroom remains a standout feature. For couples or small families, this stateroom category provides a good balance of comfort and value.
That said, for longer voyages or families of 4 or more, the additional space of the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom would likely be worth the premium.
While booking a guarantee cabin is always a gamble, we were a bit disappointed in the size of our balcony. The location of the room was also all the way aft, which meant we did experience a bit more vibration than what would be expected in a midship cabin. Those who want to pick out the exact location of their cabin, or those who are prone to motion sickness, will probably not want to opt for this guarantee option.
Overall, Disney Cruise Line continues to offer some of the largest staterooms at sea, with even their standard accommodations providing thoughtful design features and comfortable furnishings for a magical voyage. Personally, we will likely choose the Deluxe Family accommodation in the future if the prices are within reason.
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