Master, deluxe, superior, sharing — what the names really mean, and what actually changes your night onboard.
Short answer. Cabin names on a phinisi are marketing, not a standard — "master", "signature" and "deluxe" mean different things on different boats. What's consistent is deck position: main-deck cabins are quietest and most expensive, lower-deck aft cabins sit nearest the engine and are cheapest. Published per-person cabin rates across the fleet run USD 300 to USD 800.
Highest engine noise — the engine room sits directly forward or below. Least pitch, since you're near the centre of the boat's motion. Porthole only.
Moderate engine noise, but the least motion of any cabin on the boat — the best pick if you're prone to seasickness. Porthole.
Lowest engine noise of the lower deck, but the most pitch in swell — the bow moves furthest. Good value in calm months.
Low noise — you're above the machinery. Window, sometimes a private balcony. Sits in the upper price band on most boats.
Lowest engine noise and the best views on the boat, but the most roll — you're highest above the centreline.
| Liveaboard | Cabins & Capacity | Published Per-Person Rates |
|---|---|---|
| Ahsana Liveaboard | 9 cabins · up to 25 guests | Family $300 · Superior $310 · Deluxe $400 · Deluxe Balcony $480 · Signature $510 · Master $560 |
| Magika Liveaboard | 9 cabins · up to 22 guests | Studio $310 · Superior $340 · Family $400 · Deluxe Ocean $460 · Signature Ocean $490 · Master Ocean $520 |
| Sundari | 8 cabins · up to 20 guests | Family Balcony $330 · Deluxe Balcony $370 · Signature Ocean $420 · Master Balcony $480 |
| Naturalia | 8 cabins · up to 24 guests | Tide/Breeze $430 · Aure $470 · Coral $680 · Azure $710 · Sandal $800 |
There is no industry standard. On this fleet a master cabin runs $480–$560 per person and a deluxe $370–$480, but naming differs per boat — judge by deck position and window type instead.
A main-deck cabin as far forward of the engine room as the layout allows. Lower-deck aft cabins sit closest to the machinery and are consistently the cheapest for that reason.
Lower deck, midships. Motion is smallest low down and near the centre of the hull. Upper-deck cabins have the best views and the most roll — a poor trade if you're sensitive.
On the luxury and premium fleet, yes — en suite is standard. On budget open-trip boats it isn't guaranteed, so confirm in writing rather than assuming from photographs.
Usually, but not always — some boats shut the generator down overnight and run fans instead. Ask directly; it's the single most common source of disappointment.
On scheduled shared departures, per person, cabin shared on a twin or double basis. On a whole-boat charter, the cabin allocation is yours and the rate is per night for the vessel.
Couples, children, a solo traveller — we'll point you to the cabins that actually suit, not just the ones that are free.
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