stateroom

A stateroom is a private passenger cabin on a passenger ship, such as an ocean liner or cruise ship. The term denotes accommodations intended for comfort and privacy, typically marketed as mid- to high-end lodging on the vessel. Staterooms vary in size and include several categories, such as inside staterooms (no external window), oceanview staterooms (with a port or window), balcony or verandah staterooms (with a private outdoor space), and suites, which are larger and include separate living areas and enhanced amenities. On most cruise lines and oceangoing liners, staterooms provide a bed, seating area, private bathroom, storage, a television, and climate control; some include a minibar, safe, and larger bathrooms in higher categories. Housekeeping and turn-down service are standard, with butler service available in some suites.

The term is distinct from palace and government use of similar language. The two-word form "state room" refers to ceremonial reception rooms in palaces and government buildings, whereas "stateroom" on ships is primarily a private cabin for travelers. In railway or land-based contexts, the term is rarely used today, but historically it could describe a private compartment or bedroom on long-distance trains.

In modern passenger ships, all except possibly the most modest accommodations are called staterooms, while the term "suite" denotes the most spacious and luxurious options. The classification and naming conventions can vary by cruise line.