A Look Inside A Secret Porthole Stateroom: Exploring 6506 on the Disney Magic

Round plaque with number 6506, navy background, white text, decorative pattern and fleur-de-lis. Set in a metal and wooden frame.

Did you know you can book an inside stateroom on the Disney Magic or Disney Wonder that features an oceanview porthole? These unique rooms, often called 'secret porthole rooms,' are categorized as inside rooms by Disney, but they actually have a porthole. There are only a few of these staterooms available on each ship, and you need to know their locations to book them!

Disney cruise ships offer four main categories of staterooms: inside, oceanview, verandah, and concierge. The most economical category is the inside stateroom, which are interior rooms without an exterior view. These rooms are ideal for families looking to save money while still enjoying all the amenities and services of a Disney cruise

On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, Disney's first two ships, there is a hidden gem: the secret porthole staterooms. These rooms are actually oceanview staterooms with an obstruction, but they are categorized as 'inside rooms.' This means you pay the price of an inside room while enjoying a porthole view of the ocean. These rooms are very limited and are located forward on decks 5 and 6. You need to know the specific room numbers to book them, as Disney does not have a special category for these rooms.

Cruise cabin with a bed, nautical-themed blanket, and a porthole window showing the sea. Neutral tones, patterned carpet, cozy ambiance.

Room 6506 on the Disney Magic is sold as a 10A Deluxe Inside Stateroom. The obstruction is a platform outside the window used for cleaning the ship, which moves at times when docked. In the picture, you can see there is no obstruction because the platform was raised.

Round porthole with ocean view, seen from inside a room with blue curtains and wooden frame. Part of a bunk bed visible on the right.

In this picture, you can see the obstruction. The platform was down for most of our 5-night cruise, but in my opinion, it was still much better than not having a porthole at all.

View through a round window shows a worker in yellow gear on scaffolding, with a blue sky and industrial buildings in the background.

There was one point during the cruise we did see a worker on the platform, so we closed the curtains. During our 5-day cruise, we only saw a worker on the platform once.

Person in white sweater gazes out a round ship window at blue ocean and sky. Curtains frame the view, evoking a calm, reflective mood.

Is a secret porthole room the right choice for your next Disney cruise? I love that these rooms are located on decks 5 and 6, making it easy to take the stairs to the pool deck, kids club, dining, or theaters if you want to burn off a few ice cream cones. However, these rooms are located all the way forward, so if you struggle with motion sickness, this may not be the best location for you. When booking a Disney cruise, it's always a good idea to contact a travel agent who specializes in Disney cruises. They can help you weigh your options, assist with planning, and keep you informed of booking windows.

Would you like to learn more about a cruise with Disney? I'm Irene, a travel agent with Mouseketrips, an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner and I would love to work with you! My planning services are free, and I price monitor to save you time and money! Request a no obligation quote here or email me Irene@mouseketrips.com with any cruising questions!

Woman smiling on a boat with ocean in the background. She's wearing sunglasses on her head, hair blowing in the wind. Sky is cloudy.