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



The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

I stayed in the Infinite Veranda on Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, the Celebrity Apex.

The room was only 243 square feet, but the large wall of windows made it feel larger.

A stay in the stateroom starts at $1,440 for the year 2022.

I stayed in the Infinite Veranda on Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, the Celebrity Apex.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

I'm used to cramped New York City apartments, so maybe it's because I was staying alone.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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 is on the Celebrity Apex.

Let's look at the room.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

Celebrity's Edge series includes the cruise line's Edge ships and the Infinite Veranda.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

Celebrity Beyond, the cruise line's upcoming cruise, will have the Infinite Veranda staterooms.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The basic amenities and furnishings of my stateroom included a bathroom, a bed, a living room, and a veranda.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

We should start at the furthest end of the room and work our way up to the entry door.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The veranda is made of floor-to-ceiling windows that provided plenty of natural light during our sunny days out at sea.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The only source of light in the room was the focal point wall of windows.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The control pad by the veranda allowed guests to open the windows for the fresh sea breeze.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The blinds can be controlled using a second device closer to the entrance of the room.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The Celebrity Cruises app could have changed all of the amenities on the ship, including the lights and temperature.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

Back to the veranda. A sanctuary-like space was created with two lounge chairs and a small table. I would have liked to lounge in the morning light with a cup of coffee if I had a packed schedule.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The living room was used as a divider between the veranda and bed.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

This space had a couch, table, and desk in front of a mirror.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

There was a charging station with outlets hidden inside a white box, which made it easier to charge up.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The desk was small enough for a quick work-from-anywhere session.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The "bedroom" had a wall-mounted television and a king-sized bed.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The living space was separated from the bathroom by a closet.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

I was traveling alone and there wasn't much room between the closet and the edge of the bed.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The closet was small and had enough space for a short trip.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The bathroom was near the corner.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

I was expecting a small, cramped bathroom where I could touch both walls without extending my arms.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The containers made it easier for me to reuse my personal products at home, and also made me feel less eco-conscious when I have to rely on disposable products.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The bathroom's bright colors kept it from feeling cramped.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The rest of the room carries this sentiment as well. It felt large even though it had a small square footage.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The stateroom's decorations were nothing to write home about. The decor didn't impress me.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The ambient and accent lighting made the bedroom feel cozy at night.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

The lack of eye-catching decor made the room feel more formal. The stay still felt luxurious because of the twice a day housekeeping.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

A stay in this stateroom on the Celebrity Apex starts at $1,440 for sailings in 2022, according to an email statement. The most expensive suite starts at about $15,000.

The Infinite Veranda is on the Celebrity Apex.

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