I stayed in a 243-square-feet stateroom on Celebrity Cruise's newest ship and it was more luxurious than a larger apartment — see what it was like

Brittany ChangNov 21, 2021, 20:09 IST

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

I stayed in the Infinite Veranda stateroom on Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, the Celebrity Apex.
The stateroom was only 243 square-feet, but the large wall of windows made the space feel large.

I stayed two nights in the Infinite Veranda stateroom on Celebrity Cruises' latest ship, the Celebrity Apex.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Maybe it's because I was staying alone, or maybe it's because I'm used to cramped New York City apartments …

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

… but Celebrity's Edge class Infinite Veranda stateroom felt so spacious and plush, it made 243 square-feet seem larger than some studio apartments that are at least double the square footage.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

… but Celebrity's Edge class Infinite Veranda stateroom felt so spacious and plush, it made 243 square-feet seem larger than some studio apartments that are at least double the square footage.

Let's take a look around the stateroom.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The Infinite Veranda is currently available on Celebrity's Edge series, which includes the cruise line's Apex and Edge ships.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The cruise line's upcoming Celebrity Beyond, which will debut in 2022, will also have the Infinite Veranda staterooms.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

My stateroom included more than the basic amenities and furnishings: a bathroom, a bed, a living room, and a 42-square-foot veranda.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Let's start with the furthest end of the room and work our way up to the entry door.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Up first, the veranda, which is comprised of floor-to-ceiling windows that provided ample natural light during our sunny days out at sea.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

This focal point wall of windows was the only source of natural light, and kept the stateroom from feeling small and cramped.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

There was also a control pad by the veranda that allows guests to open the windows for some fresh sea breeze.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Its blinds can also be controlled using another touchpad closer to the entrance of the room.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

This second touchpad doubles as the stateroom's control center to adjust features like the lights and temperature, but all of these amenities could have also be changed through the Celebrity Cruises app.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

This second touchpad doubles as the stateroom's control center to adjust features like the lights and temperature, but all of these amenities could have also be changed through the Celebrity Cruises app.

But back to the veranda. Its two lounge chairs and small table created a sanctuary-like space, a peaceful getaway from the ship's crowds. If I didn't have a packed schedule, I would have loved to lounge here in the morning light with a cup of coffee.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

But back to the veranda. Its two lounge chairs and small table created a sanctuary-like space, a peaceful getaway from the ship's crowds. If I didn't have a packed schedule, I would have loved to lounge here in the morning light with a cup of coffee.

In my stateroom, the living room served as a divider between the veranda and bed.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

This leisure space had a couch, a long table, and a desk in front of a full-length mirror.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The long table had a lamp, few drawers, a mini refrigerator, and some premium snacks.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

There was also a charging station with a variety of outlets hidden inside a white box, creating a more organized charging port without any tangled wires.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The desk wasn't giant, but it provided just enough space for a quick work-from-anywhere session.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Next up, the "bedroom," which had a wall-mounted television and a comfortable king-sized bed.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The bed was lined with Celebrity's proprietary "exhale" bedding line, which includes a cashmere mattress and a soft bedding set.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

I often miss my own bed when I'm traveling, but this bed was so comfortable, I forgot about my own plush mattress and stack of pillows at home.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Maybe it was the exhaustion from traveling, but every night, I fell asleep within five minutes of laying my head down on the plush pillows.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The closet was right next to the bed, and separated the living space from the bathroom.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

There wasn't much room between the closet and the edge of the bed, but because I was traveling alone, this wasn't an issue.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Inside, there was an umbrella, a laundry bag, a safe, another full-length mirror, some hangers, and cotton bathrobes.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The closet was small, but definitely provided enough storage space for a short trip.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Now, the bathroom, which was just around the corner.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Honestly, I was expecting a small, cramped bathroom where I could touch both walls without fully extending my arms (I'm looking at you, tiny New York apartments).

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

Instead, I was pleasantly surprised to find a sink that was unnecessarily large, more shelves than I could have filled, and a modern shower.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The refillable shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash containers also quelled some of the eco-anxiety I often feel when I forget my personal products at home and have to rely on the small, disposable toiletries instead.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

The refillable shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash containers also quelled some of the eco-anxiety I often feel when I forget my personal products at home and have to rely on the small, disposable toiletries instead.

The bright bathroom's plain and polished color scheme kept the bathroom from feeling too cramped.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

This sentiment carries over to the rest of the stateroom as well. Overall, it felt pretty large, despite having a small square footage.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

However, the stateroom's decorations were nothing to write home about: mine was simply decorated and accented. The decor neither wowed nor bothered me.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

I did, however, appreciate the nice ambient and accent lighting, which made the bedroom feel cozy at night.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

On the plus side, the lack of eye-catching decor prevented the room from feeling too stuffy. And having housekeeping twice a day still made the stay feel luxurious.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

A stay in this stateroom aboard the Celebrity Apex currently starts at $1,440 for 2022 sailings, a spokesperson told Insider in an email statement. To compare, the most expensive Iconic Suite starts at about $15,000.

The Infinite Veranda stateroom on the Celebrity Apex.Brittany Chang/Insider

A stay in this stateroom aboard the Celebrity Apex currently starts at $1,440 for 2022 sailings, a spokesperson told Insider in an email statement. To compare, the most expensive Iconic Suite starts at about $15,000.

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I stayed in a 243-square-feet stateroom on Celebrity Cruise's newest ship and it was more luxurious than a larger apartment — see what it was like

I stayed two nights in the Infinite Veranda stateroom on Celebrity Cruises' latest ship, the Celebrity Apex.

Maybe it's because I was staying alone, or maybe it's because I'm used to cramped New York City apartments …

… but Celebrity's Edge class Infinite Veranda stateroom felt so spacious and plush, it made 243 square-feet seem larger than some studio apartments that are at least double the square footage.

Let's take a look around the stateroom.

The Infinite Veranda is currently available on Celebrity's Edge series, which includes the cruise line's Apex and Edge ships.

The cruise line's upcoming Celebrity Beyond, which will debut in 2022, will also have the Infinite Veranda staterooms.

My stateroom included more than the basic amenities and furnishings: a bathroom, a bed, a living room, and a 42-square-foot veranda.

Let's start with the furthest end of the room and work our way up to the entry door.

Up first, the veranda, which is comprised of floor-to-ceiling windows that provided ample natural light during our sunny days out at sea.

This focal point wall of windows was the only source of natural light, and kept the stateroom from feeling small and cramped.

There was also a control pad by the veranda that allows guests to open the windows for some fresh sea breeze.

Its blinds can also be controlled using another touchpad closer to the entrance of the room.

This second touchpad doubles as the stateroom's control center to adjust features like the lights and temperature, but all of these amenities could have also be changed through the Celebrity Cruises app.

But back to the veranda. Its two lounge chairs and small table created a sanctuary-like space, a peaceful getaway from the ship's crowds. If I didn't have a packed schedule, I would have loved to lounge here in the morning light with a cup of coffee.

In my stateroom, the living room served as a divider between the veranda and bed.

This leisure space had a couch, a long table, and a desk in front of a full-length mirror.

The long table had a lamp, few drawers, a mini refrigerator, and some premium snacks.

There was also a charging station with a variety of outlets hidden inside a white box, creating a more organized charging port without any tangled wires.

The desk wasn't giant, but it provided just enough space for a quick work-from-anywhere session.

Next up, the "bedroom," which had a wall-mounted television and a comfortable king-sized bed.

The bed was lined with Celebrity's proprietary "exhale" bedding line, which includes a cashmere mattress and a soft bedding set.

I often miss my own bed when I'm traveling, but this bed was so comfortable, I forgot about my own plush mattress and stack of pillows at home.

Maybe it was the exhaustion from traveling, but every night, I fell asleep within five minutes of laying my head down on the plush pillows.

The closet was right next to the bed, and separated the living space from the bathroom.

There wasn't much room between the closet and the edge of the bed, but because I was traveling alone, this wasn't an issue.

Inside, there was an umbrella, a laundry bag, a safe, another full-length mirror, some hangers, and cotton bathrobes.

The closet was small, but definitely provided enough storage space for a short trip.

Now, the bathroom, which was just around the corner.

Honestly, I was expecting a small, cramped bathroom where I could touch both walls without fully extending my arms (I'm looking at you, tiny New York apartments).

Instead, I was pleasantly surprised to find a sink that was unnecessarily large, more shelves than I could have filled, and a modern shower.

The refillable shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash containers also quelled some of the eco-anxiety I often feel when I forget my personal products at home and have to rely on the small, disposable toiletries instead.

The bright bathroom's plain and polished color scheme kept the bathroom from feeling too cramped.

This sentiment carries over to the rest of the stateroom as well. Overall, it felt pretty large, despite having a small square footage.

However, the stateroom's decorations were nothing to write home about: mine was simply decorated and accented. The decor neither wowed nor bothered me.

I did, however, appreciate the nice ambient and accent lighting, which made the bedroom feel cozy at night.

On the plus side, the lack of eye-catching decor prevented the room from feeling too stuffy. And having housekeeping twice a day still made the stay feel luxurious.

A stay in this stateroom aboard the Celebrity Apex currently starts at $1,440 for 2022 sailings, a spokesperson told Insider in an email statement. To compare, the most expensive Iconic Suite starts at about $15,000.