If you are sailing with little ones, you may be wondering whether Disney Cruise Line provides foot stools in the stateroom bathrooms. The answer is simple: no, they do not. Even though Disney designs their ships with families in mind, there are no built-in step stools in the cabins or public restrooms, and none available on request from housekeeping.
For many families this becomes a daily challenge, especially for younger kids who need help brushing teeth or washing hands. The sinks on Disney ships tend to be a bit higher than what your children may be used to at home, so without a stool, an adult usually ends up needing to lift or assist them multiple times a day.
What should you bring instead?
Most cruise veterans recommend packing a collapsible travel step stool. These are lightweight, fold flat in your suitcase, and make life so much easier in a small bathroom. They are also useful outside the bathroom for reaching the upper bunk or safely stepping into a tall bed if your child is very young.
A few tips:
- Choose a stool that folds flat so it fits in your luggage.
- Make sure it has non-slip feet for wet bathroom floors.
- Label it if you are sailing with extended family so it does not get misplaced.
Why doesn’t Disney provide them?
It comes down to cleaning, storage, and safety. Housekeeping would need to sanitize stools between every sailing, and loose items can become trip hazards in tight stateroom bathrooms. Bringing your own solves all of that and ensures your child can comfortably and safely reach the sink.
Bottom line
If your child cannot comfortably reach a standard bathroom sink at home, they absolutely will not reach one on a Disney ship. Pack a collapsible stool and you will be grateful you did—not just once, but several times a day.
