Stay in the heart of the action and enjoy nonstop fun and theme park perks with an amenity-packed hotel stay at Universal Orlando Resort (Loews Sapphire Falls Resort pictured, Sapphire Falls Resort TM & © 2019 UCF Hotel Venture III. All Rights Reserved).
If you thought racing with raptors was fun, wait until you see the adventures in store at Universal Orlando Resort’s eight official hotels. With options for all tastes and budgets, the thrills don’t have to stop when you head back to your room. Enjoy relaxing amenities, vibrant dining options and awesome theme park perks all within close proximity to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and Universal CityWalk. Ranging from Value to Premier tiers, here is your guide to Universal Orlando Resort’s amazing accommodations.
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Get a head start on your day at Universal Orlando Resort with incredible theme park perks, including complimentary theme park transportation, resort-wide room charging privileges and free merchandise delivery from select in-park stores to your hotel. Plus, guests at all eight Universal Orlando hotels can enjoy Early Park Admission* to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ up to one hour before the parks open (valid theme park admission required).
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It only gets better from there, with Free** Universal Express Unlimited™ passes to skip the regular lines (theme park admission required) and priority seating at select restaurants for guests staying at Premier hotels, including Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Royal Pacific Resort.
*Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins 30 minutes prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal’s Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
**Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Not valid at Universal Volcano Bay. Excludes separately ticketed events. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express. Benefit valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.
Soak up carefree summer vibes all year long at Universal’s first-ever Value hotels, resorts known collectively as Universal’s Endless Summer Resort. These value-packed sister properties offer all the perks of staying at Universal Orlando, with spacious standard rooms and two-bedroom family suites. Enjoy complimentary shuttle transportation to the theme parks along with an excellent location near the International Drive Entertainment District for more convenient fun.
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Universal’s Endless Summer Resort — Dockside Inn and Suites
Inspired by sand, sea and breathtaking sunsets, Universal’s Endless Summer Resort — Dockside Inn and Suites is the larger of the two hotels, with two pools, a children’s splash pad, onsite dining and two laid-back beach bars.
Universal’s Endless Summer Resort — Surfside Inn and Suites
Universal’s Endless Summer Resort — Surfside Inn and Suites has a fun surf theme, with a SoCal-inspired eatery, lake views and a surfboard-shaped pool with poolside bar.
Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Step back in time at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, a colorful vintage getaway inspired by classic Florida beach resorts of the 1950s and ‘60s. Boasting several dining options, retro-styled family suites and complimentary resort transportation, this vibrant resort offers affordable fun for all ages.
Relax, eat and swim at two resort pools, float along a 650-foot-long lazy river, smash some pins at Galaxy Bowl, hit the arcade, or sip on stylish drinks at the Swizzle Lounge. Universal Volcano Bay is right next door, with a convenient walking path exclusively for resort guests. You can even book a Volcano-view room for unforgettable views day and night.
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Universal’s Aventura Hotel
Standing at 17 stories tall, this stylish, tech-forward hotel offers incredible views of all three Universal Orlando Resort theme parks and then some. Drink in the views from your standard hotel room or family suite, then head up to Bar 17 Bistro on the roof for custom-crafted cocktails and unique dishes. Universal’s Aventura Hotel also boasts a relaxing pool, a kids’ splash zone, three breezy bars and diverse dining options to satisfy all palates and price points.
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Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Escape to the tropics at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, an island-inspired getaway complete with lush landscaping, flowing waterfalls, a vintage rum bar and complimentary boat transportation to the theme parks. Choose from four onsite dining options, including two fast-casual concepts, signature Caribbean-inspired dining at Amatista Cookhouse, and tapas-style dining at Strong Water Tavern. Additional amenities include a game room, picturesque jogging and walking paths, and a 16,000-square-foot pool complete with waterslide, fire pits and warm sandy beaches.
Premier Hotels at Universal Orlando Resort ($$$$)
Boasting next-level amenities and enhanced theme park perks, Universal Orlando Resort’s stunning Premier Hotels offer a range of sumptuous rooms and suites, lush walking paths, complimentary water taxi service to the theme parks, priority seating at select restaurants, and Free* Universal Express Unlimited™ passes to skip the regular lines (theme park admission required).
*Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Not valid at Universal Volcano Bay. Excludes separately ticketed events. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express. Benefit valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Available during normal theme park operating hours only. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.
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Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando
Escape to the South Seas at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, where you can unwind by a lagoon-style pool, dip your toes in the sand, sip Mai Tais in the lounge and savor island-inspired flavors from five exotic eateries. Enjoy Pan-Asian cuisine at Islands Dining Room, tropical fare and cocktails at Jake’s American Bar, an authentic Wantilan Luau featuring hula and fire dancers and more at this captivating tropical paradise.
In addition to spacious standard rooms with garden or water views, a variety of sumptuous suites are available at Royal Pacific Resort™, including themed Jurassic World™ Kids’ Suites with gyrosphere beds for the kids and a serene separate bedroom for adults.
Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando
Vacation like rock star royalty at Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando. The sweeping California mission-style resort — inspired by classic rock music — boasts incredible rock memorabilia, a palm-lined swimming pool with underwater sound system, five onsite restaurants and bars, and plenty of ways to live out your rock ‘n’ roll dreams.
Stream celebrity-curated playlists for every mood, play iconic records on a Crosley turntable, or strum your own tunes with 20 different Fender® guitar models available for in-room delivery. It’s all included as part of The Sound of Your Stay® program (a refundable security deposit and lease agreement are required for guitar rental). Plus, party with a rock star and enjoy complimentary cocktails, finger food and live music from legendary artists at monthly Velvet Sessions in the Velvet Bar. You can also enjoy musical memorabilia, amped-up eats and live beats at The Kitchen; savor a multi-sensory six-course experience featuring an expertly curated mix of wine, food and music during regular Wine Riffs dinners; and groove to live acoustic music in the lobby on select dates throughout the year.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
Inspired by the seaside village of Portofino, Italy, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando invites you to enjoy la dolce vita — the sweet life. Relax in a plush standard room or soak up the suite life with deluxe options including a playful two-bedroom Despicable Me Kids’ Suite. Dive into three stunning pools, eight delicious dining concepts, fashionable boutique shopping and a soothing spa, all connected by lush walking paths and anchored by a picturesque harbor.
Take a culinary tour of Italy at elevated eateries like BICE Ristorante (North Italian), Mamma Della’s Ristorante (Tuscany, Naples and Piemonte), and Trattoria del Porto™, or share wine and gelato along the waterfront for a laid-back day date. The harbor comes alive in the evening with twinkling lights and (weather permitting) sunset concerts featuring Musica Della Notte, which blends opera, festive melodies, and a singular mix of opera and pop music dubbed “popera.” Loews Portofino Bay™ offers plenty for wine-lovers, too, including Harbor Nights, a wine, food and live-music event that takes place four times per year under the twinkling lights of the Harbor Piazza.
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