Fantastic Crew. However Royal should be ashamed to let guest cruise on any ship in this condition. Regardless of their cruise status.
Oasis of the Seas Cruise Review to Europe - Western Mediterranean
7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)
Sail date: September 08, 2019
Ship: Oasis of the Seas
Cabin type: Suite
Cabin number: 12648
Traveled as: Family (older children)
Reviewed: 5 years ago
Review summary
I don't think you really want to know what all I have to say about the ship and it's condition. Disappointed. A let down. WAY overpriced for the condition. Royal Caribbean should be ashamed to let guest travel on a ship that was in need of repairs, cleaning and updating. I would caution anyone who is planning on booking a cruise on any ship that is "about to go into dry dock". Basically we were offered an offensive "discount" on our next cruise. This was Royals way of telling us to just deal with the bathroom flooding. Feedback from other guest on board had similar comments about the ship showing it's age.Embarkation
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
Coastal Kitchen
The venue itself was again showing it's age. I am beginning to sound like a broken record. Seats were torn and broken. Carpet was dirty. Decor was dated. HOWEVER, the service was top notch and crew could of not been more accommodating. Food quality exceeded out expectations. If you can look past the age of the venue, this is recommended! Stunning views!
Chop's Grille
Beautiful restaurant. Again, Food quality was not to far above Coastal Kitchen. Overall for paying a premium. We would of just ate at Coastal for all meals as this was included in our cruise. Steak cuts were below par.
150 Central Park
Beautiful restaurant. Food quality was not to far above Coastal Kitchen. Overall for paying a premium. We would of just ate at Coastal for all meals as this was included in our cruise.
Cups and Scoops
It's Ben and Jerry's. Whats not to like? Except the price. But that is expected right?
Onboard Activities
Guest Services and Explorations!
Crew seemed irritated. And annoyed. Putting myself in their shoes, I would be as well.
Vitality at Sea Spa
Again, not what I was told. The spa was huge. However it was unorganized and not private. Instead of getting a nice "relaxing" massage. I felt like I just completed a tough mudder course.
Casino Royale
Again, this ship showing it's age. The casino looked like a knock off casino from 1960's Reno era. The smoke smell was overwhelming. Yes, we do gamble often and are accustom to the smoke. However this was a little much.
Suite Lounge
Again, it's age. Needs a face lift. The Suite Lounge does not need to remind people of a train station or a "last call" to board the Greyhound bus. Felt cheap and very dated.
A Close Shave
This was not what I expected. The soothing shave I was told was more of a face scrub. Would not recommend.
Entertainment
Theater
Ironically this being the venue on the ship where the most people gather. This venue was in the best condition than the rest of the ship.
Service and Staff
Ship Quality
Cabin / Stateroom
Ship tip
Great Ship. Poor conditions. It has been road hard and put away wet. WAY below par!
Ports of call
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands