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So, you’ve decided you’ll be sailing on either the Disney Dream or the Disney Fantasy.
Now, it’s time to decide which stateroom is right for you.
First things first though…
Did you review our primer on How to Choose a Disney Cruise Stateroom?
In that guide, I explain:
- The four different kinds of staterooms available on a Disney Cruise
- What comes standard in every Disney Cruise stateroom
- What is NOT included in your stateroom
- What do these strange category numbers mean for each stateroom?
- How many guests can sleep in a stateroom
- And lastly...our recommended method for selecting a stateroom
If you haven’t read it yet, I strongly recommend you read that guide first, as that will give you the background information you need about Disney Cruise staterooms.
Ready to go forward?
Awesome...you’re now ready to evaluate the various stateroom options available on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy cruise ships.
Table of Contents
Inside Staterooms
Inside staterooms are the most budget-friendly options onboard the Dream and the Fantasy.
They are usually the smallest staterooms and do not offer a window or balcony to the outside.
However, you get something pretty cool that oceanview and verandah staterooms don't have: Magical Portholes!
Magical Portholes
All inside staterooms on both the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy have Magical Portholes that show a real-time view of the outside just as if you did have a porthole.
If you have a starboard stateroom, you get the actual, current starboard view displayed on your Magical Porthole (LCD flat-screen monitor) Pretty nifty if you ask me!
Oh, and make sure to watch for little surprises that might float by.
And when you are ready for bed, just flip a switch to turn it off.
Two Variations of Inside Staterooms
There are two variations of Inside Staterooms: Standard and Deluxe.
One important difference between these variations is the bathroom configuration:
The Standard Inside staterooms offer a full bath while Deluxe Inside provide a split bath.
A full bath is where the tub/shower, toilet, and sink are all in one room.
A split bathroom means there are basically two bathrooms which is so helpful when multiple people are getting ready. One has a toilet and a sink, and the other has a tub/shower and a sink.
Below are more details about the “Standard” and “Deluxe” variations of Inside Staterooms and how they differ:
Standard Inside Staterooms: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | View | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 3 to 4 | 169 | Magical Porthole with real-time views | Full bathroom with vanity, sink, shower and tub | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa Upper berth pull-down bed (not offered in cabins that sleep 3) | Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | 11A - Deck 8, 9, 10 11B - Deck 5, 6, 7 11C* - Deck 2 *Accessible cabins are offered |
Standard Inside Stateroom Images
Deluxe Inside Staterooms: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | View | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 3 to 4 | 204 | Magical Porthole | Split bath | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa Upper berth pull-down bed (not offered in cabins that sleep 3) | Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | 10A - Deck 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Deluxe Inside Stateroom Images
Oceanview Staterooms
Oceanview Staterooms found on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy are called "Deluxe Oceanview" and "Deluxe Family Oceanview".
The difference?
Deluxe Family Oceanview rooms are slightly bigger in square footage and can sleep up to 5 guests.
All Oceanview cabins are very similar to the Deluxe Inside Staterooms, except they offer a real porthole with a view outside of the ship.
Here are the specifications:
Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | View | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 3 to 4 | 204 | One or two large porthole windows | Split bath, except in accessible staterooms where a full bath is offered | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa Upper berth pull-down bed (not offered in cabins that sleep 3) | Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | 9A* - Deck 5, 6, 7, 8 (1 or 2 porthole windows) 9B - Deck 2 (1 porthole) 9C* - Deck 7, 8 (1 obstructed porthole) 9D* - Deck 6, 7, 8 (1 obstructed porthole with limited ocean views) *Accessible cabins are offered |
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom Images
Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | View | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 3 to 5 | 241 | One or two large porthole windows | Split bath, except in accessible staterooms and category 8A cabins | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa Wall pull-down bed (in most) Upper berth pull-down bed (in some) | Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | 8A* - Deck 5, 6 (2 large portholes) 8B - Deck 9 (1 large porthole) 8C - Deck 7, 8 (1 large porthole) 8D - Deck 5, 6 (1 large porthole) *Accessible cabins are offered |
Room Notes:
- Categories 8B, 8C, 8D have round tubs with rainfall shower heads
- The following staterooms feature a bathroom with a shower only - no tub:
- 5018, 5518, 6012, 6510 and 6512
- Category 8A staterooms have a different configuration than most rooms. They seem bigger and have 2 large portholes but they do not have a split bathroom. Also, 8A staterooms do not have a privacy curtain but instead have a…
- Privacy wall divider in rooms 5020, 5022, 5520 and 5522, or a
- Vertical pole in rooms 6014, 6016, 6512 and 6514
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom Images
Verandah Staterooms
If you want to be able to sit outside on a private open-air balcony, then a Verandah Stateroom is the way to go.
There are 3 kinds of verandahs:
Standard Verandah. Features an open-air balcony skirted by an acrylic wall, offering a full view of the horizon even while seated. (Found in Categories 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D. Category 5E have oversized verandahs, facing off back of the ship)
Standard Verandah - Img: Disney Cruise Line
Whitewall Verandah. Provides open-air lounging with a solid wall from the deck to the railing. Most of these staterooms are located in the aft of the ship. (Found in Category 6A, 6B)
Whitewall Verandah - Img: Disney Cruise Line
Navigator's Verandah. Enclosed for greater privacy, while still delivering a stunning view and sea breezes through a large, open-air porthole above the railing. (Found in Category 7A)
Navigator's Verandah - Img: Disney Cruise Line
About Connecting Verandah Staterooms
On most connecting verandah staterooms, the outside partitions can be opened to create an even more spacious balcony with access between rooms. Contact your stateroom host to unlock the partitions.
Two Variations of Verandah Staterooms
There are two variations of Verandah Staterooms: Deluxe and Deluxe Family.
The difference? Deluxe Family offers a little more square footage and can sleep up to 5 (instead of only 4).
Below are more details about the “Deluxe” and “Deluxe Family” variations of Verandah Staterooms and how they differ:
Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms with Verandah: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 3 to 4 | 246 | Split bath, except in accessible staterooms where a full bath is offered | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa Upper berth pull-down bed (not offered in cabins that sleep 3) | Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | 5A - Deck 9, 10 5B - Deck 8 5C - Deck 7 5D - Deck 6 5E* - Deck 6, ,7, 8, 9, 10 (oversized verandah, some with whitewall) 6A - Deck 8, 9 6B - Deck 5, 6, 7 (whitewall verandah) 7A - Deck 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 (navigator's verandah) *Accessible cabins are offered |
About Connecting Verandah Staterooms
On most connecting verandah staterooms, the outside partitions can be opened to create an even more spacious balcony with access between rooms. Contact your stateroom host to unlock the partitions.
Deluxe Oceanview with Verandah Stateroom Images
Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms with Verandah: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 4 to 5 except Category 4e which sleep 3-4 | 299 | Split bath, except in accessible staterooms where a full bath is offered | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa Wall pull-down bed (in most) Upper berth pull-down bed (in some) | Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | 4A - Deck 9, 10 4B* - Deck 8 4C - Deck 7 4D* - Deck 6 4E* - Deck 5 (oversized verandah) *Accessible cabins are offered |
Room Notes
- Categories 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D have round tubs with rainfall shower heads
- Category 4E can only sleep 3 to 4 guests and has an oversized verandah that is about 2.5 times bigger than the standard verandah.
- Category 4 staterooms have standard verandahs with clear Plexiglas walls.
Deluxe Family Oceanview with Verandah Stateroom Images
Concierge Staterooms
If you’re looking for a splurge to make your Disney Cruise even more magical, take a peek at the Concierge Staterooms.
These lavish cabins are a dream!
On top of the extra room in these suites, you’ll get access to extra amenities, such as:
- Down duvets
- Plush robes and slippers
- Elemis spa products
- Complimentary WiFi service (up to 100mb)
- Dedicated Concierge team
- Access to the Concierge Lounge and Sundeck
- The earliest check-in, giving the ability to begin booking reservations 120 days prior to sail date
Talk about luxury!
Here’s what the different cabins include:
Concierge Family Oceanview Staterooms with Verandah: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 5 | 306 | Split bath, except in accessible rooms | Queen bed Double sleeper sofa Upper berth pull-down bed | Can be connected to Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite or Concierge Royal Suite Has sitting area with couch, TV and desk as well as a privacy curtain between the sleeping and sitting spaces | V* - Deck 11, 12 Forward * Accessible rooms available |
Concierge Family Oceanview Verandah Images
Concierge 1-Bedroom Suites with Verandah: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 5 | 622 | 2 bathrooms, including master w/ double sinks, rain-style shower & whirlpool tub (except in accessible room - roll-in shower) | Queen bed Double sleeper sofa Wall pull-down single bed in living room | Can be connected to Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah or the Concierge Royal Suites with Verandah Full living room Walk-in closet Wet bar stocked with water & soda Separate bedroom | T* - Deck 11, 12 Forward *Accessible rooms available |
Concierge 1-Bedroom Suites Verandah Images
Concierge 1-Bedroom Suites Verandah Images
Concierge Royal Suites with Verandah: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 5 | 1,781 | 2 bathrooms, include master with double sinks, rain-style shower & whirlpool tub | 1 room with Queen bed 1 room with 2 single beds Wall pull-down double bed in living room Wall pull-down single bed in living room | Can be connected to Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah or Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom Open dining salon with pantry and wet bar Full living room Whirlpool tub on verandah Walk-in closet Separate bedrooom Living room | R - Deck 12 Forward No accessible options |
Concierge Royal Suites Verandah Images
Secret Staterooms
Have you heard about Disney’s “Secret Staterooms"?
So why is it a secret?
Well, because you get a higher category cabin for the price of a lesser category cabin.
Basically, you get more for your money on these unadvertised staterooms.
Yes! I love Disney secrets and I love saving money even more!
Secret Verandah Staterooms
Both the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy have 24 secret verandah staterooms that are priced as Category 7 but are really Category 5 and 6.
Most of these rooms have a standard verandah but some sort of partially obstructed view because of an overhand that cuts off some of your view. Some views are less obstructed than others.
But listen up...
If you want one of these Secret Verandah staterooms, you better plan on booking early as these cabins have become very popular.
In the chart below I have listed the staterooms in order of least to most obstructed views.
Secret Verandah Staterooms: Disney Dream & Disney Fantasy
| Sleeps | Square Feet | Bath | Beds | Good to Know | Categories |
| 3 | 268 | Split bath | Queen bed Single sleeper sofa | Cabins are prices as Category 7A navigator's verandah but really has verandah with overhang obstructed view | 7A - Deck 6, 7 Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom Staterooms: In order of least to most obstructed views 8022 8164 8520 8662 7022 7170 7520 7668 9012 9152 9164 9512 9652 9664 6178 6678 7182 7680 8176 8674 5024 5524 |
Rooms to Avoid?
I haven't stayed in these rooms but from what I've read you might want to steer clear of 5024 and 5524.
The extended verandah of the cabin next door blocks your view and provides neighbors with a clear view into your stateroom from their verandah.
See video tour of Disney Dream 5524 below:
Triangular Verandah
There are two more 7A staterooms that don’t have an obstruction, but have a smaller (they call it undersized) triangular verandah. These are staterooms 5188 & 5688. Chairs do not fit on the verandah but there is a bench to sit on and enjoy the view.