{"id":54918,"date":"2019-04-10T16:37:14","date_gmt":"2019-04-10T20:37:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=54918"},"modified":"2019-04-10T16:37:14","modified_gmt":"2019-04-10T20:37:14","slug":"gty-cruise-ship-rooms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2019\/04\/10\/gty-cruise-ship-rooms\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing Cruise Ship Rooms: What is a GTY Cabin?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms-400x267@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-54919\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms.jpg\" alt=\"cruise ship rooms\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cruise-ship-rooms-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture>Is a GTY cabin right for you?<\/h2>\n<p>When planning a cruise, one of the first things you look at is the cruise ship rooms. For some people, it&#8217;s important to choose a specific room and location due to mobility issues or because they are part of a group that wants rooms near each other. Other travelers just want to have a certain type and size of room, and the exact location isn&#8217;t important. For those travelers, guaranteed cabins are a great option.<!--more--><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.sigtn.com\/swift\/cruise?searchcruise=true&#038;referrer=odyssey&#038;siid=1123905&#038;destinationtype=Ocean&#038;transportid=29&#038;startdate=04\/10\/2021&#038;enddate=07\/10\/2021&#038;destinations=&#038;cruiseline=&#038;MinDuration=&#038;MaxDuration=&#038;DeparturePorts=&#038;Ship=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ready to set sail? Click here to browse our last minute cruises!<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>What is a GTY Cabin?<\/h3>\n<p>Unassigned rooms on cruise ships are known as guaranteed staterooms or cabins. These GTY cabins are a perfect choice for many people and are booked without a specific cabin allocation. Knowing what a GTY cabin is will help make your cabin decision easier and your trip all it should be.<\/p>\n<p>A GTY stateroom is one that has not been specifically assigned to a passenger. All rooms with certain amenities and of a particular size can be assigned or unassigned. This method of designating rooms is the technique cruise ships use to manage their stateroom inventory. If you reserve a GTY stateroom, you are guaranteed to get a room of equal or better value than you paid. The benefits of guaranteed cabins include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reduced price:<\/strong>\u00a0GTY cabins sell for a bit lower price than other cabins with the same amenities, because the guest is not able to choose a specific cabin location. The cheaper price is the primary reason travelers choose this option. There is also the possibility of a room upgrade, but that is never certain. Choose the room you will be happy with, and if you get an upgrade, you&#8217;ll be even happier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Guaranteed category:<\/strong> You are guaranteed to receive a room in the category your select whether it is an inside cabin, ocean view, or patio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h3><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin-400x267@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-54920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin.jpg\" alt=\"what is a gty cabin\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/what-is-a-gty-cabin-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/h3>\n<h3>Assigned Staterooms<\/h3>\n<p>When you book an assigned stateroom, you choose your cabin from the ship&#8217;s deck plan. You can expect to pay more for this cabin, but for many people, the difference in price is more than worth the conveniences it provides. They can choose the room that is on the side of the ship they prefer, the deck they want, or where they can choose rooms close to those belonging to other members of their family or group.<\/p>\n<p>Assigned staterooms are about personal preference which can include a number of factors. You may want a room near the elevators or you may prefer upper decks to avoid stairs and elevator use as often. Assigned staterooms are the perfect choice for many people because they know they will get the exact room they choose.<\/p>\n<h3>GTY Savings<\/h3>\n<p>When you select a GTY cabin, you know you are getting the lowest fare for the category of room selected. You also know there is a possibility you might get an upgrade, although that is not a good reason to choose this option. The main reason for choosing a GTY room is to save money. It&#8217;s the best value if you don&#8217;t plan to spend much time in your room.<\/p>\n<p>If you intend to spend most of your time onboard enjoying the activities, entertainment, casino, lounges, the deck, swimming pools, restaurants, and shopping, a GTY cabin is your best option for a great room at the lowest price. If you plan to spend as many hours as possible exploring all the ports-of-call and only use your room for sleeping and showering, that&#8217;s another reason to book a GTY cabin.<\/p>\n<p>If you have more questions about guarantee staterooms, please contact one of our experienced travel agents here at CruiseExperts.com. We are more than happy to answer any questions you have. We will help you decide whether booking a traditional cabin or guarantee stateroom is best for you. You can contact us by calling <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> or visit our website, CruiseExperts.com.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Be sure and &#8220;Like&#8221; us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CruiseExperts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>, follow us on Twitter, and join our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/innercircle.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">InnerCircle<\/a>\u00a0to stay informed of upcoming cruise deals and discounts. Our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/resource-center\/resource-center.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resource Center<\/a>\u00a0gives you all the \u201cexpert\u201d knowledge you\u2019ll need for your next cruise or cruise tour!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is a GTY cabin right for you? When planning a cruise, one of the first things you look at is the cruise ship rooms. 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