How much is the family bedroom on the Zephyr?


How much is the family bedroom on the Zephyr? I definitely wouldn't book a roomette again for 2 people, but I am willing to try a bigger room. The roomette is about $522 for 2 people (think – transport and lodging for 1 night). The family bedroom is about $1287 and the Superliner Bedroom is $1519. You can read more about the rooms over here.


Which Amtrak has family bedroom?

If the family bedroom suits your needs, they are available on these Amtrak routes:
  • Auto Train (requires vehicle transport)
  • California Zephyr.
  • Capitol Limited.
  • Coast Starlight.
  • Empire Builder.
  • Southwest Chief.
  • Sunset Limited.
  • Texas Eagle.


What is the best side of the California Zephyr?

The views are best from the south side of the California Zephyr. You'll see the absolute best views and gorges during the Colorado section if you are on the south side of the train during this section. If you are facing the north side you'll also see great views, but not the most stunning parts of the canyon.


Can you lock bedroom door on Amtrak?

There are sliding doors that you can close at any time, or leave the door open for easy access to the hallway. You can lock the door when you are inside the roomette, but you cannot lock it from the outside, so avoid leaving valuables in the roomette when you are not there.


What is the difference between a bedroom and family bedroom on Amtrak?

Bedrooms are larger than roomettes and offer a sink and vanity with enclosed toilet and shower facilities. Spanning the width of the train car, Amtrak's family bedrooms are a cozy option for a family of four. Each family bedroom comes with two sets of bunk-style beds, a sofa, and two reclining seats.


How many people can be in a family bedroom on Amtrak?

For customers traveling with kids, Family Bedrooms span the width of the car with ample space for two adults and two children (aged 2-12).


How much do you tip an Amtrak attendant?

General Guidelines: Tipping is NOT required, but is considered correct for the service crew personnel on the train. Recommendations: Snack bar attendant: roughly 10%. Dining car: 15% of menu prices (sleeping car passengers may want to note this when ordering their meals).


Why are Amtrak bedrooms so expensive?

The reasons sleepers are expensive is simple: many more people want to take them than there are spots available.


Is Amtrak cheaper than flying?

While not nearly as expensive, taking an Amtrak train across the US is also largely the domain of rail enthusiasts as it takes multiple days and costs significantly more than flying. In countries like Japan, South Korea and much of Europe, the opposite is true as the train is simply a way to travel larger distances.


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