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I upgraded my Amtrak seat to a 23-square-foot roomette for just $110. Here's what my 15-hour train ride was like.

JB BerginApr 23, 2023, 20:53 IST

Amtrak upgraded my coach ticket, so I spent 15 hours in a one of the Lake Shore Limited's roomettes.JB Bergin

  • I upgraded my coach seat to a private roomette on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited for an extra $110.
  • The 23-square-foot space had two seats, an in-room toilet, a foldable sink, and a tray table.
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I upgraded my coach seat to a private roomette before my 15-hour trip on Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited Viewliner.

An attendant found me before boarding and led me to the sleeping car.Getty Images

Amtrak passengers can place bids to upgrade their tickets, and my $110 offer scored me a roomette.

My roomette was in the Lake Shore Limited's sleeping car.iStock / Getty Images Plus
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The level of service in the sleeping car was exceptional.

The hallway leading to my roomette was lined with windows.JB Bergin

The roomette was the perfect size for a solo traveler, as the two seats could fold into a bed.

The accommodation was about 23 square feet.JB Bergin
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Above the door, there was a storage space that was big enough to fit all my luggage.

Keeping my luggage in my locked roomette was one of the best parts of the upgrade.JB Bergin

The in-room toilet area was tiny, and I wouldn't want to use it with another person in the space.

The roomette also had fresh towels, soap, and a large mirror.JB Bergin
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The foldable sink was a good idea, but the design was far from perfect.

The sink made a mass when I didn't close it correctly.JB Bergin

The roomette had controls that allowed me to adjust the airflow, temperature, and intercom volume.

There were also several lighting options inside the roomette.JB Bergin
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All of the controls were pretty simple to use.

The poster had instructions on how to lower the bed and recline my seat.JB Bergin

The dining car had a retro feel, and it was only accessible to passengers staying in the sleeping car.

I had breakfast and lunch in the dining car during my trip.JB Bergin
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My upgraded ticket came with complimentary meals.

The dining car's food, which was included in the rate, was a major perk of staying in this section.JB Bergin

I even had dinner brought to my roomette.

I ate my third meal of the day in my roomette.JB Bergin
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The upgrade was worth the extra $110, but I wouldn't stay in this accommodation with another person.

Amtrak has over 30 routes around the US.Laser1987/Getty Images
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