How to Get a Bigger Disney Cruise Stateroom Without Spending More

If you’re cruising on Disney ships, there’s a secret most people don’t know. Some staterooms are way bigger than the others in their category but cost the same. And one of the best examples is on the Disney Wish: room 6696.

Disney prices rooms by category, not by the square footage. So, within the same category, you can find oversized rooms created by the ship’s shape, especially near the aft corners. These cabins get extra interior space, bigger verandahs, and better wake views.

Room 6696 is a Category 4E Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah, but it’s noticeably larger than most other 4Es. The aft location gives it a wider footprint, a deeper layout, and an oversized verandah that feels more like a private patio. You’re paying the same rate as smaller rooms in the same category — but getting significantly more space.

If you want more room without paying more money, check the aft corners and the oddly shaped cabins on the deck plans. Disney’s hidden oversized staterooms are one of the best values at sea.