twangster Posted January 2, 2023 Report Share Posted January 2, 2023 I recently had an opportunity to sail in the Grand Panoramic Suite on Oasis of the Seas. It is one of the finest suites I have ever sailed in. Cabin 1758 category GP is a fairly unique suite. There are exactly two in the fleet with one on Oasis of the Seas and one on Allure of the Seas. Later Oasis class ships consumed this space and the similar Owner's Panoramic Suite (OP) on the other side of deck 17 for a larger Coastal Kitchen / Suite Lounge space. The Owner's Panoramic Suite is slightly larger. The Grand Panoramic Suite (1758) and Owner's Panoramic Suites (1701) were not originally found on Oasis of the Seas but were added during a dry dock in 2014. The Grand Panoramic Suite was originally the Pinnacle Chapel while the Owner's Panoramic Suite was originally the Pinnacle Lounge. These unique suites were added right around the same time that Royal Caribbean introduced the Royal Suites Program found exclusively on Oasis and Quantum class ships. As part of the Royal Suites program the Grand Panoramic Suite and the Owner's Panoramic Suite are Star Class suites. The Grand Panoramic Suite can accommodate four guests and it features two bathrooms. The primary bedroom consists of a king sized bed that cannot be separated into two twins. The nightstands on either side of the bed are fixed in place. The mattress is a one piece Duxiana mattress making this one of a handful of beds on board that cannot be separated. One of the best features of the Grand Panoramic Suite is the primary bathroom. It is without question one of the largest and nicest guest bathrooms in the fleet! The bathroom features a full sized bathtub. There are two sets of identical sinks. There is also a full size shower with a rainfall showerhead. The shower includes a handheld wand that can be operated independently or at the same time with the overhead rainfall. The toilet area has a frosted glass door to separate it from the rest of the bathroom and includes a bidet. A makeup area with a stool is found on one end of the bathroom. The bathroom contains the closets with ample storage space and a safe for valuables within. Additional closet space is found on the back wall. The secondary bathroom is found near the front entrance to the suite. This bathroom contains a large shower minus the overhead rainfall shower head and no bidet. Additional guests sharing the suite have their own makeup area. This area also contains closet space for additional guests. A large glass table near the entrance is perfect for enjoying all the dining options that come with Star Class such as specialty restaurant room service. The living room features a large sofa with a pull out sofa bed for the third and fourth guests in the suite. One of the great features of this suite is so much space! The wet bar can be stocked as part of the Star Class experience. This is replenished during the cruise. The suite has high ceilings making it feel very spacious. The living room TV includes a soundbar with subwoofer that is bluetooth enabled so you can connect a smartphone to play music from your device independent of the TV. The primary bedroom has a glass door that can be closed for privacy but the space above the door towards the ceiling is open so you will need to mindful of any sounds that might be heard in the living room if you have additional guests with you. The balcony is long but somewhat narrow. The loungers are placed in the only space they can fit. The balcony includes a private hot tub. It takes around 45 minutes to fill the hot tub which you can do yourself or you can request the cabin attendants fill it for you. The hot tub is small and perfect for a couple who don't mind close proximity but I'd be hesitant to try to squeeze four adult guests into the hot tub unless they are well acquainted. The balcony does not offer a lot of privacy and you will see and be seen by guests on deck 15 below. The view from the bedroom with the shades down and curtains open. The view from the balcony. To assist with privacy the bedroom has remotely controlled opaque shades that be raised. The shades will prevent anyone from seeing you in the suite while allowing a lot of natural light into the suite. The shades are seen here partially raised. They can go a little higher but they do not go all the way to the ceiling. There are also both sheer and separate full blackout curtains that be operated independently to control daylight. During the day with all curtains open there are wonderful views from both the living room and the primary bedroom. With the shades down and curtains open you will see the deck 15 pool deck. From the pool deck looking up towards the Grand Panoramic Suite. With the shades down and curtains open guests on the pool deck can see into the bedroom. Knowing the shades provide privacy does allow one to manage privacy quite well. There is no privacy on the balcony so dress accordingly. From off the ship here is where the Grand Panoramic Suite is found: The shades can be seen partially raised providing privacy in the bedroom. The balcony provides partial forward views. While at sea: Combined with the morning Star Class delivery of Starbucks and a mimosa... ...this became a morning ritual. Beyond a lack of privacy on the balcony the only other drawback is that pool deck sounds can be heard in the cabin during daylight hours. You will hear all entertainment sounds coming from the pool deck. During the day you will clearly hear bands performing and during events like the belly flop contest you will hear all the announcements that are made even within the suite with the balcony door closed. From the balcony you will hear guests playing ping pong on deck 14 below. Despite these two drawbacks I'd gladly book this suite again. Mr. Stumpy agrees... ...as do the two that were fighting over the departure instructions on the last sea day begging me not to leave. Neesa, Jax, dr martini and 20 others 7 3 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowen Posted January 2, 2023 Report Share Posted January 2, 2023 This is amazing! Thanks for the wonderful pictures! twangster and WAAAYTOOO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted January 2, 2023 Report Share Posted January 2, 2023 I just wish you had some pictures asquared17, PPPJJ-GCVAB, MTNeedsAVacay and 2 others 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted January 2, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2023 12 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: I just wish you had some pictures Sorry, camera broke. I think it overheated. WAAAYTOOO, FireFishII, smokeybandit and 3 others 2 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetPea Posted January 2, 2023 Report Share Posted January 2, 2023 Thanks! I wish all O class ships had these. We're doing the OP next year so i appreciate your shade tutorial. twangster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asquared17 Posted January 3, 2023 Report Share Posted January 3, 2023 this is great!! thanks for the in depth review and i am so jealous of your towel animals twangster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midwest Cruiser Posted January 3, 2023 Report Share Posted January 3, 2023 Very nicely done! Would love to book this suite if available for our 15 year anniversary coming up in 5 years. We are doing the Ultimate Panoramic 14128 in 2 months for our 10 year. I can give a nice overview if you would like of that one when done with the cruise. Almost should start a sub category under each ship where you could have peoples pictures and titles of rooms/categories! FireFishII and twangster 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted January 3, 2023 Report Share Posted January 3, 2023 We were lucky enough to tour one of the Ultimate Panoramic Suites (starboard side) on OA a few weeks ago. It is much bigger than I thought it would be. I don't think the lack of a balcony would be a problem for me but I certainly don't care for its location. Still, for the right price...... Midwest Cruiser, twangster, Jax and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midwest Cruiser Posted January 3, 2023 Report Share Posted January 3, 2023 22 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said: We were lucky enough to tour one of the Ultimate Panoramic Suites (starboard side) on OA a few weeks ago. It is much bigger than I thought it would be. I don't think the lack of a balcony would be a problem for me but I certainly don't care for its location. Still, for the right price...... We will miss the Balcony for sure for the smells and awesome breeze at night and in the mornings but for the Price we got and only being 1 of 2 in the whole fleet, we couldn't pass up the chance. We will see you guys on the 26th of Feb!! @WAAAYTOOO WAAAYTOOO and twangster 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted January 3, 2023 Report Share Posted January 3, 2023 I love this suite! It is my favourite. It is hard for me to decide between this one and the star loft…. twangster and SweetPea 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScooterScott22 Posted January 4, 2023 Report Share Posted January 4, 2023 Thanks for the great review and pics @twangster. We had that booked but turned it into the Royal Loft Suite and added my parents for a cruise this past fall. Was sort of regretting missing out on a unique cabin but I think we made the right decision. twangster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted January 5, 2023 Report Share Posted January 5, 2023 Beautiful suite! We really liked it. Your review on the lack of privacy in the master bedroom would have been helpful last year; I assumed the bedroom glass was 1 way so it was a shock to learn otherwise from our attendant on day 2 or 3 of the cruise. Needless to say I started using the privacy shades. Lol twangster and Lovetocruise2002 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianB Posted January 5, 2023 Report Share Posted January 5, 2023 Fantastic review…amazing photos. Thanks for taking the time and effort to provide such a compete and honest review! Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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