P&O Iona Cabins & Suites - Frequently Asked Questions

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Cabins on P&O Iona

Before booking any cruise it is worth considering the type of cabin you would like, especially if the ship is new to you. There’s a cabin to suit everyone on Iona. If you are travelling alone, P&O Iona has a range of solo cabins from which to choose. If you are going to spend most of your time on deck or like a value option, then an inside cabin might be a good choice for you. If you must have daylight, or a view of the ocean, then consider a Sea View Cabin. For a little bit more luxury and the benefit of your own outdoor space to breathe in the ozone, then a Balcony Cabin is a must. However, if money is no object and only the best will do - or you want to indulge yourself or a loved one for a special occasion- then check out the Suite options. Iona has a cabin with your name on it - its just deciding which one that is the difficult bit. Hopefully this article will make it easier to make up your mind. When you have decided on the type and grade/category of cabin you want, don’t forget to check out Iona’s deck plans to select the best position to suit your needs.

How many cabins does P&O Iona have?

P&O Iona has 2,614 cabins onboard.

How Many Passengers can Iona Accommodate?

P&O Iona has a maximum capacity for 5,200 guests.

What types of Cabins are onboard Iona?

The contemporary accommodation on P&O Iona is divided into four main types of cabin - Inside, Sea View (Oceanview/Outside), Balcony, Suite - which are further divided into 12 categories and 32 grades. All have touch-less entry.

The breakdown of the cabins within each type is as follows: 811 Inside cabins, 174 Sea View Cabins, 1496 Balcony cabins. 95 Conservatory Mini-suites, and 24 Suites. For solo travellers, Iona has 22 Single cabins and there are also 2 Family cabins.. If you require an accessible Cabin, there are 55 in various categories.

You can check out deck plans here or directly on P&O Cruises Website.

Are there Single Cabins on P&O Iona?

There are 22 single/solo cabins on Iona across various grades.

Single Cabins on Iona

The single and standard inside cabins are comfortable and spacious, measuring approximately 101-213 sq ft. Perfect if you are planning to spend most of your time on deck, or want a more economical way to travel. The accommodation is similar in layout to the Seaview cabins just without a window.

Note: Single cabins are available across different categories.

Fast facts:
Max Occupancy: :2

Number of Cabins: SZ (20), QZ (12)

Cabin size: QZ Balcony (150 sq ft), SZ Interior (135 sq ft)

Balcony size: QZ (20 sq ft))

Location: Decks: QZ (9, 11, 14), SZ (5, 9, 12)

Category::(QZ) Single Balcony Cabin, (SZ) Single Inside Cabin

Cabin Features:

• Air conditioning

• Bathroom with shower

• Fridge

• Hair dryer

• Tea and coffee making facilities

• TV

Standard Inside Cabin on Iona

Fast Facts:

Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 777

Cabin size: 135 Sq ft

Balcony size: No Balcony

Location: Decks 4, 5, 8 (Promenade), 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16-Lido, 17

Category: PA, PB, PC, PD, PE, PF, SZ Single Standard Inside / Interior Staterooms

Accessible Cabins: PC 8327-8331-9326-9327-9330-9331-15322-15323-15326-15327-16326-16327-16330-16331 BF 9222-9223-9228-9229 PB 10327 - 10331

Cabin Features:

• Air conditioning

• Bathroom with shower

• Fridge

• Hair dryer

• Tea and coffee making facilities

• TV

Larger Inside Cabins on Iona

Fast Facts:
Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 42

Cabin size: 190 Sq ft

Balcony size: No Balcony

Location: Decks 4, 5, 9, 11, 14

Category: (OA) Larger Inside/Interior Cabin

Cabin Features:

• Air conditioning

• Bathroom with shower

• Fridge

• Hair dryer

• King size bed (convertible)

• Tea and coffee making facilities

• TV

Sea View Cabins on Iona

If you want a room with a view but don’t need outside space, Iook no further than Iona’s well designed and spacious Sea View cabins. Measuring between 210-307 sq ft, they represent a great value option, with all those little extras you need. Similar in layout to their Inside counterparts; however they benefit from a window.

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Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 174

Cabin size: 210 sq ft

Balcony size: No Balcony

Location: Decks 4, 5

Category: LB, LC, LF Seaview/Standard Outside

Accessible Cabins: LB 4522-4528-4534-4538 (Deck 4)

Deluxe Balcony (Veranda) Cabins on Iona

I love a balcony cabin - I leave the sliding door open at night and drift off to the sound and smell of the ocean. They are perfect if you prefer your own personal outside space to sit and watch the sunrise/sunset or to enjoy an alfresco breakfast without getting out of your pjs. The spacious Balcony cabins on P&O Iona have plenty of interior/exterior space, measuring approximately 107-300 sq ft and are beautifully decorated with contemporary styling.

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Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 120

Cabin size: 210 sq ft

Balcony size: 20 sq ft

Location: Deck 8 (Promenade), 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15

Category: EA, EB, ED, EE, EF Deluxe Balcony Staterooms

Accessible Cabins: EA category Deluxe Balcony cabins numbers 10423-10427-10433-10437 (Deck 10)

Standard Balcony Cabin on Iona

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Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 1334

Cabin size: 170 sq ft

Balcony size: 20 sq ft

Location: Deck 5, 8 (Promenade), 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 (Lido), 17

Category: GA, GB, GC, GD, GE, GF Standard Balcony Staterooms

Accessible Cabins: category GC (8330-8332, 15301-15302-15303-15304-15305-15306-15307-15308) ; category GA (11514-11516-11518-11520-12514-12516-12518-12520); category GB (12622-12623-12624-12625-12626-12627-12628-12629)

Smaller Balcony Cabin

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Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 42

Cabin size: 150 sq ft

Balcony size:20 sq ft

Location: Decks 8 (Promenade), 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 (Lido), 17

Category: GZ-Guaranteed, QZ-Single Smaller Balcony Staterooms

Family Seaview Suite

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Max occupancy: 4 Guests

Number of Cabins: 2

Cabin size: 330 sq ft

Balcony: No Balcony

Location: Deck 8 (Promenade)

Category: BA Seaview Family Suite/Window Suite

Conservatory Mini Suite on Iona

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Max Occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 95

Cabin size: 255 sq ft
Balcony size:20 sq ft

Location: Decks 8 (Promenade) 9

Category: CV, CW, CY, CZ - Conservatory Mini Suite with Balcony

Details

A first for P&O Cruises and a perfect addition to the innovative flagship P&O Iona. These signature Conservatory Mini-Suites are generously appointed with bright living space and benefit from a luxuriously furnished balcony. There are a generous number of these suites onboard and worth splashing out on. Please see below for caution regarding Conservatory Mini-Suites on Deck 8.

Conservatory Mini-Suite is a new cabin concept featuring a separate, conservatory-style room designed as a cabin extension. Located between the cabin and the balcony, there is a separate room which is furnished with a cool L-shaped sofa to create a distinctive lounge space. This little room can be closed off via sliding glass-doors, for more privacy. More bi-fold glass-doors allow the room to be opened out fully onto the cabin's step-out balcony,

Cabin Features:

• Air conditioning

• Balcony with furniture

• Bathroom with shower over bath or shower only

• Dual sink vanity unit

• Fridge

• Hair dryer

• L-shaped sofa

• Lounge with L-shaped sofa

• Tea and coffee making facilities

• TV

P&O Iona’s 2-Room Sky Suite

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Max occupancy: 4

Number of Cabins: 24

Cabin size: 400 Sq ft

Balcony size: 110 Sq ft

Location: Decks 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15

Categories: B4, B5, B6 Two-Room Suite with Balcony

Accessible Suite: B4 category Suite no. 10736 on Deck 10

Details

There are 24 two-room Sky Suites onboard P&O Iona should you really want to push the boat out for a special occasion. These fabulously decadent yet contemporary suites are luxuriously appointed. With a maximum occupancy of 4, the 2-room Sky Suites measure approximately 400sq ft, with a balcony of 110 sq ft. A generous size but they obviously come with a price tag to match.

The 2-room Sky Suites are located either aft or forward and designed just like your favourite boutique-hotel rooms. They have interconnecting rooms which can be fully opened to create a larger living space. The contemporary furnishings include a comfortable sofa, ottoman chairs, lounge chairs, and lots of cosy accessories such as cushions, and throws, Sky Suites have spacious luxurious bathrooms with double sink vanity units topped with black marble complementing the white marble walls and floors. For added luxury you can expect a wonderful whirlpool bathtub. All suites feature separate living/sleeping areas, dressing area, and large balconies. At this level you can expect exclusive services such as a personal Butler, in-cabin dining, priority access to various services.

Are There Accessible Cabins on P&O Iona?

There are 55 accessible Cabins across most grades on Iona:

Single Inside Accessible Cabins: PC 8327-8331-9326-9327-9330-9331-15322-15323-15326-15327-16326-16327-16330-16331 BF 9222-9223-9228-9229 PB 10327 - 10331

Seaview Accessible Cabins: LB 4522-4528-4534-4538 (Deck 4)

Accessible Cabins: EA category Deluxe Balcony cabins numbers 10423-10427-10433-10437 (Deck 10)

Accessible Standard Balcony Cabins: category GC (8330-8332, 15301-15302-15303-15304-15305-15306-15307-15308) ; category GA (11514-11516-11518-11520-12514-12516-12518-12520); category GB (12622-12623-12624-12625-12626-12627-12628-12629)

Accessible Sky Suite: B4 category Suite no. 10736 on Deck 10

Which Cabins to Avoid on P&O Iona

As can be seen above, all cabins are very well appointed on Iona, but as with any ship, some are less desirable dependent on your personal preferences.

Cabins on Deck 5

Unlike most of the balcony cabins on Iona, these Standard Balcony cabins on Deck 5 are enclosed or “sheltered balconies” set within the metal hull of the ship. These balconies tend to be more shady than others and the interior seems darker as a result. The balconies themselves are very small and narrow, being just the depth of a deck chair. There is no sliding balcony door on these cabins, being replaced by a heavy outward-opening door. Due to the proximity to the waterline, these cabins have storm doors which are closed by the crew during inclement weather, meaning you lose the use of the balcony space.

Of course, being so close to the water you are well-placed for watching wildlife and getting the wonderful sounds of the ocean - so if this is a priority then don’t be deterred.

Cabins on Deck 8

If I was being picky, I would say Deck 8 (Promenade Deck) would not be my own first choice. There are some smaller balcony cabins (Standard and Deluxe) and some of the new Conservatory Mini-suites on this deck. The cabins themselves have the same facilities as their counterparts on other decks. The downside (in my opinion) of these cabins is that they all back on to the wraparound promenade deck, so their balconies are more like terraces and do not provide a sea view unless you are standing. This is because the promenade walkway, and then a glass barrier stands between the cabins and the sea. These cabins lack privacy as guests can potentially see all as they stroll past (particularly if they are taller), especially at night with the cabin lights on if you forget to pull the curtains. Also at some points along Deck 8 there is seating immediately in front of some balconies, and three infinity whirlpools obstruct the view of others, So as well as partially obstructing the view, it could be quite noisy. Cabins affected are 8309-8312 and 8322-8330.

I’m also concerned that the balcony door is a potential access point from the deck, worth bearing in mind if, like me, you prefer to leave the balcony doors open to hear the ocean at night.

Of course, on the plus side these cabins are in a great position for accessing public areas such as the bars and restaurants. Some of them (at the narrowest point) have extra large balconies (terraces) so would be perfect for families.

Other cabins to avoid if you prefer complete privacy are those situated directly under the bridge, which are overlooked. If you enjoy peace and quiet perhaps avoid cabins directly under the pool deck or Horizon restaurant or above the nightclub or theatre.

Does P&O Iona Cabins have Fridges?

Yes you will find a fridge in your cabin on Iona.

Does P&O Iona Cabins Have Tea & Coffee Making Facilities?

You will find a tray with kettle, two mugs, teabags, coffee and milk. You can also have your morning cuppa delivered to your cabin!

What Plug Sockets are on P&O Iona?

You will find standard UK sockets for three-pin plugs just like at home so there is no need to bring adapters, although you may find a multi-socket handy if you have multiple appliances.