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Carnival Mardi Gras 8G Balcony Cabins

Cabin category 8G is a standard-size balcony cabin on Carnival Mardi Gras: 170 8G cabins on decks 15 and 16, each 205 sq ft with a 44 sq ft balcony.

170cabins
205 sq ft+ 44 sq ft balcony
Up to 4guests
15 & 16decks
A+ 9 accessible cabins
See balcony faresBalcony cabins on Carnival Mardi Gras from $80 pp/night. We price by cabin type, not by category. Fares as of Oct 10, 2026.
Carnival Mardi Gras Balcony (8G) cabin
// 01 · Floor plan

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G balcony floor plan

Carnival Mardi Gras Balcony (8G) floor plan
Interior205 sq ft
Balcony44 sq ft
Total249 sq ft
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests126 cabins sleep 2 · 24 sleep 3 · 20 sleep 4
Beds
Two twin beds (convert to king)
Bathroom
Full bathroom with shower
Living space
Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirrorAmple closet space
8G's total size vs every category on the shipInterior plus balcony, from the smallest category to the largest.
8G249 sq ft
158 sq ft4B · smallest
1,120 sq ftSV · largest
// 02 · Compare

How Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabins compare

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G balcony cabins are standard size: the same 205 sq ft as 17 other balcony categories, with a 44 sq ft balcony, the smallest among balcony categories; 53% of its cabins connect to a neighbor.

// 03 · Deck plan

Find Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabins on the deck plan

Deck 15 · 110 8G cabins

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8GBalcony110
// 04 · Reviews

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G Cabin Reviews

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1 reviewFrom one 8G cabin
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Stayed in an 8G cabin on Carnival Mardi Gras? Help future cruisers know what to expect.
ZestyPlankton
Jun 23, 2026
Cabin 15312

The room was perfect! No complaints at all except the bathroom could be a little larger! Staff was excellent!!

Deck 15 · Port · Forward
// 05 · Alternatives

Closest alternatives to Carnival Mardi Gras 8G

Only what's different from 8G is shown.

Carnival Mardi Gras Balcony (8C) cabin
Same size
8C
Balcony176 cabins

Same size, on lower decks

Decks 10 & 11Leans aft−21 pts connecting
See 8C
Carnival Mardi Gras Extended Balcony (8K) cabin
Step up
8K
Extended Balcony56 cabins

A bigger balcony

+18 sq ft balconyDecks 12, 14 & 15All midship+11 pts connecting
See 8K
Similar, different spot
7C
Cove Balcony112 cabins

Same size, on lower decks

Deck 5Leans midship−39 pts connecting
See 7C
// 06 · Location

Where 8G balcony cabins sit on Carnival Mardi Gras

Most 8G cabins are forward: 55% of those with a recorded position. 8G cabins are on decks 15 and 16; deck 15 has the most (110).

Forward · Midship · Aft
BOWSTERN
Forward55%94 cabins
Midship13%22 cabins
Aft32%54 cabins
Port · Starboard
Port52%88 cabins
Starboard48%82 cabins
Deck spread
Deck 15
110
Deck 16
60
// 07 · What's inside

What's inside a Carnival Mardi Gras 8G balcony

On Carnival Mardi Gras, Balcony staterooms (category 8G) measure 205 sq ft, plus a 44 sq ft balcony, and sleep up to 4 guests. Private balcony with patio chairs and table. Beds: two twin beds (convert to king). Carnival Mardi Gras has 161 8G cabins, on decks 15 and 16.

Full bathroom with shower. Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror and ample closet space.

Included

  • Dedicated stateroom attendant
  • Soft, cozy linens
  • In-room safe for valuables
  • Plenty of closet and drawer space
  • Television
  • Stateroom climate control
  • Bathrobes upon request
// 08 · Photos

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabin photos

Carnival Mardi Gras Balcony (8G) cabin
Cabin
// 09 · Every cabin

All 170 cabins in category 8G

// 10 · Accessible

Accessible 8G cabins

Accessible cabins9
Size205 sq ft + 44 sq ft balcony
Decks15, 16
BathroomFull bathroom with shower
// 11 · Known issues

Known issues in cabin category 8G

No issues recorded for 8G cabins.

// 12 · Prices

Balcony prices on Carnival Mardi Gras

Prices are by cabin type. We don't price individual categories like 8G; "See balcony fares" opens current balcony fares with our booking partner.

Lowest fare by type · per person / night

Balcony is $4 more per night than an ocean view cabin, and $52 less per night than a suite.

$52
+$24$76
+$4$80
+$52$132
InsideOcean ViewBalconySuite

Fares as of Oct 10, 2026. Prices change daily.

Prices below recent average · now
46%of sailings

46% of upcoming Balcony sailings are currently below their recent average fare.

See balcony fares
// 14 · FAQ

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabin FAQ

How big is a Carnival Mardi Gras 8G balcony cabin?

A Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabin is 205 sq ft inside plus a 44 sq ft balcony: 249 sq ft in total. That is the most common balcony size on Carnival Mardi Gras.

How many Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabins are there, and on which decks?

Carnival Mardi Gras has 170 8G cabins: 110 on deck 15 and 60 on deck 16.

How many people can stay in a Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabin?

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabins sleep up to four. 126 cabins sleep 2, 24 sleep 3 and 20 sleep 4.

What's the difference between cabin category 8G and 8C on Carnival Mardi Gras?

Carnival Mardi Gras 8G and 8C cabins are the same size (205 + 44 sq ft). 8C cabins are on decks 10 and 11; 8G cabins are higher, on decks 15 and 16.

Do Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabins connect?

Yes: 90 of the 170 Carnival Mardi Gras 8G cabins (53%) connect to a neighboring cabin.

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