Norwegian Cruise Line offered the first look at Norwegian Escape by unveiling the variety of staterooms on the line’s largest ship to date at approximately 163,000 gross tons and 4,200 passenger berths, scheduled for delivery in fall 2015. The accommodations include the company’s signature luxury ship–within-a-ship complex: The Haven by Norwegian; along with Studios, designed and priced for solo travelers; and many options for families, multi-generational groups, spa enthusiasts and more.
The Haven by Norwegian on Norwegian Escape will offer 95 suite accommodation options including: The Haven Deluxe Owner's Suite, The Haven Owner’s Suite, The Haven Two-Bedroom Family Villa, The Haven Courtyard Penthouse and The Haven Deluxe Spa Suite. The exclusive, key-card only access two-story Haven on Decks 17 and 18 includes a private restaurant with outdoor terrace, lounge, and an enhanced courtyard area with retractable roof that has a pool, two whirlpools, sauna, spa treatment rooms and sundeck exclusively for Haven guests. All suites will have pillow-top mattresses and fine linens from The Bliss Collection by Norwegian. The Haven’s exclusive benefits include priority embarkation and disembarkation; distinctive platinum keycard; the personal service of a butler and concierge, in-suite espresso/cappuccino machines; gourmet treats delivered each evening; along with plush bathrobes, slippers, oversized towels; and more.
The four Haven Deluxe Owner’s Suites are more than 1,300 square feet of luxury at sea with living room, dining area, wet bar, guest bedroom with bathroom and two spacious balconies. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide a seascape view. Marble spans the master bathroom, which includes two modern vanity sinks and a tub. There are also four Owner’s Suites at are 572 square feet, sleep up to four guests and feature a separate bedroom, living/dining area, balcony and one and a half bathrooms.
The Haven has 25 Two-Bedroom Family Villas that sleep up to six guests, offering a space for the whole family with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. In addition to the extra space, these suites offer floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. In all, this private enclave is 540 square feet of modern, luxurious bliss. The large master bathroom includes a luxury shower, two modern vanity sinks and an oversized tub.
The Haven Courtyard Penthouses have a choice of views with 22 Penthouses in the Haven, 14 Aft-Facing and 12 Forward-Facing Penthouses located on additional decks throughout the ship. Each accommodates between three and four guests and offers not only the extra space guests need, but also a luxurious king-size bed and dining and sitting areas.
Norwegian Escape offers 14 Haven Spa Suites. These suites that sleep up to three guests and include soothing colors and clean lines that add a spa-like ambience. Also available is a king-size bed, in-room hot tub, oversized waterfall shower with multiple body spay jets and complimentary access to the adjacent Spa Thermal Suite and Fitness Center.
Norwegian is continuing its Studio staterooms designed and priced for solo travelers on Norwegian Escape. The 82 Studios are located inside a private keycard-only access complex and feature a full-size bed, a window to the corridor, and separate areas for toilet, sink and shower. All Studio guests will have access to the private Studio Lounge.
The ship has 308 Mini-Suites with two lower beds that convert to a king-size bed, and bedding to accommodate up to two additional guests. There are 40 Family Mini-Suites on board that offer the perfect accommodation option for guests traveling with children. They have a king sized bed, a bathtub, bedding to accommodate up to two additional guests and are conveniently located near Splash Academy, the ship’s complimentary kids’ facilities. Norwegian Escape has 20 Spa Mini-Suites with tranquil spa décor and waterfall showers, offering exclusive access to the ship’s Spa Thermal Suite and Fitness Center.
Guests sailing in one of the 1,168 Balcony Staterooms can take in the views from these staterooms that include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and bedding that can accommodate up to two additional guests. Of those, there are 172 Family Balconies that are ideal for guests traveling with children. These staterooms are also located near the children’s facilities. Some connecting staterooms are also available.
Norwegian Escape will also include Oceanview staterooms that have large windows and two convertible beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Of the 114 Oceanview staterooms, there are 48 Family Oceanview Staterooms that can accommodate up to five guests.
Norwegian Escape’s accommodations mix also includes 407 inside staterooms which include two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed. Some Inside Staterooms have up to two additional Pullman beds and connecting Inside Staterooms are also available. This stateroom option is located on various decks throughout the ship and some are adjacent to the children’s facilities.
There are a total of 47 wheelchair accessible staterooms in a variety of categories, including suites; all have lowered wash basins; collapsible shower stools mounted on shower walls; all toilets have collapsible arm guards.
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