River Cruise Cabin Guide: Window, French Balcony, or Suite?

Your cabin isn’t just a place to sleep on a river cruise — it’s your private retreat on the river. But with so many stateroom choices, how do you know whether to book a window, balcony, or suite?

In this episode of Europe Unveiled, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about river cruise cabins. From entry-level window staterooms to French balconies, step-out balconies, and full suites that feel like floating hotels, you’ll learn how each category compares — and which one is right for your travel style.

We’ll cover:

• The differences between window, balcony, and suite river cruise cabins (with real sizes).
• What’s included in every stateroom, even the most affordable categories.
• Which cruise lines offer butler service in suites (and which extend it to all cabins).
• Solo traveler staterooms on Riviera, AmaWaterways, Scenic, Emerald, and Avalon.
• Family-friendly cabins on AmaWaterways that fit triples and quads.
• Insider tips about motion, midship cabins, rafting, and which side of the ship is “best.”
• When to splurge vs. when to save.

By the end, you’ll know exactly how to choose the river cruise stateroom that fits your personal travel style — not just what someone on a forum swears is best.

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