Best room combo for single parent with three teenagers

[Ollie5]

Hi I’m looking to book symphony of the seas next year, anyone have recommendations for best value room combo. It’s myself and three teenagers (twins 13 + 14 yo). Is it possible to book interconnecting rooms 2 + 2, and then when I get there have the three girls in one room and me in the other? Does anyone know what room types allow a third bed / pull out sofa, etc? Royal Caribbean helpline weren’t very helpful and just stated we had to have interconnecting as rooms need at least 1 adult…is this correct?
 

very much appreciate anyone’s ideas

many thanks 

[Matt]

Welcome to the message boards!

First and foremost, don't book directly with the cruise line. Instead, book with a good travel agent who specializes in cruises.

Yes, you can book "on paper" yourself and one teen in one room and the other 2 teens in the other connecting room. Then once onboard, arrange yourselves as you see fit.

To find rooms that have a pull down bed (known as Pullman bed) or sofa, you'll need to look at a deck plan.  Look for the symbols that indicate if the room has a pullman or sofa bed.

[Ollie5]

Thanks Matt, much appreciated…and to have my post answered by the man himself! Love the videos, cheers

[Pooch]

Matt is a humble man of the masses!  
I think, cost-wise, it makes more sense to book connecting rooms with 2 in each versus one with 3 and then a solo.  Then once on board you can making whatever sleeping arrangements work for you.  A good TA can find rooms that meet your requirements.

[steverk]

Depending on how close you want to be with your kids, there is an ultra spacious family balcony class 1A with room for 6.  The downside is only 1 bathroom.