The Official Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Universal Orlando Hotel!
Are you planning a trip to Universal Orlando Resort this year? Get ready because you are in for some epic fun.
There is so much to experience and do at Universal Parks right now, and you don’t want to miss any of the fantastic offerings. Staying at the Universal Orlando Resort is a great way to maximize your time and experience everything it has to offer.
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You may be feeling overwhelmed, and with so many options, where do you start?
Universal has divided travel into three types to help you choose: The Maximizer, The Savvy Vacationer, and The Budget-Conscious Traveler. Let’s find your perfect Universal Orlando hotel!
For the Maximizer: Signature Collection
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You want top-tier everything—think immersive theming, full-service dining, luxe amenities, and the best perk? Universal Express Unlimited at select hotels. You have some great options!
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
A Caribbean-inspired retreat with lush landscaping and lagoon views.
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Highlights:
- Water taxis to theme parks and Universal CityWalk
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Standard rooms
- Club level rooms
- Select themed suites (including Despicable Me Kids’ Suites)
- Quick-service dining
- Full-service dining
- Gelateria
- Room service
- Three pools
- Poolside activities
- Game room
- Fitness center
- Italian harbor-themed waterfront views
- Walking paths
- Musica Della Note (live music performance at sunset)
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
An Italian escape with elegant architecture, dining, and boutiques, and sunset serenades.
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Highlights:
- Water taxis to theme parks and Universal CityWalk
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Standard rooms
- Club level rooms
- Select themed suites (including Despicable Me Kids’ Suites)
- Quick-service dining
- Full-service dining
- Gelateria
- Room service
- Three pools
- Poolside activities
- Game room
- Fitness center
- Italian harbor-themed waterfront views
- Walking paths
- Musica Della Note (live music performance at sunset)
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Tropical paradise vibes with South Seas theming and themed suites.
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Highlights:
- Water taxis to theme parks and Universal CityWalk
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Standard rooms
- Club Level rooms
- Select themed suites (including Jurassic World Kids’ Suites)
- Quick-service dining
- Full-service dining
- Room service
- Lagoon-style pool with splash pad
- Two hot tubs
- Poolside activities and play area
- Fitness center
- Wantilan Luau (ticketed event)
- Game room
- Walking paths
Hard Rock Hotel
Rockstar luxury with VIP treatment and super cool amenities.
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Highlights:
- Water taxis to theme parks and Universal CityWalk
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Standard rooms
- Club Level rooms
- Suites
- Full-service dining
- Quick-service dining
- Room service
- Live music bar
- Large pool with underwater music and waterslide
- Two hot tubs
- Sand beach
- Live music from beachclub on select days
- Fitness center
- Walking paths
- Velvet Sessions
- Sunday Acoustic Brunch
Universal Helios Grand Hotel (NEW!)
The crown jewel at Epic Universe, with its own private park entrance and stellar rooftop views.
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Highlights:
- Dedicated Entrance to Epic Universe, opening 2025 (theme park ticket required)
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Select themed suites (including How to Train Your Dragon Kids’ Suites)
- Standard rooms
- Club Level rooms
- Room service
- 360-view rooftop bar
- Quick-service dining
- Full-service dining
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Game room
- Fitness room
For the Savvy Vacationer: Prime Value Hotels
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Modern, stylish, and amenity-packed—these hotels offer that ideal balance of price and perks.
Universal Aventura Hotel
Chic design, skyline views, and the fun hotel delivery robot Relay!
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Highlights:
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Walking paths, including to Volcano Bay
- Standard rooms
- Kids’ Suites
- Rooftop bar
- Lobby bar
- Quick-service dining
- Full-service dining
- Starbucks
- Pool
- Kids’ splash zone
- Fire pit
- Fitness center
Universal Stella Nova Resort
A stellar new stay near Epic Universe, inspired by celestial spectacles and space-travel-inspired ambiance.
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Highlights:
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Walking path to Epic Universe (opening 2025)
- Standard rooms
- Quick-service dining
- Pizza delivery
- Lobby bar
- Pool
- Kids’ splash pad
- Outdoor games
- Poolside movies (weather permitting)
- Hot tub
- Fire pit
- Game room
- Fitness center
Universal Terra Luna Resort
Sister hotel to Stella Nova with an earthy, terrestrial, and otherworldly vibe.
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Highlights:
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Near Epic Universe
- Standard rooms
- Quick-service dining
- Pizza delivery
- Lobby bar
- Pool
- Outdoor games
- Poolside movies (weather permitting)
- Hot tub
- Fire pit
- Game room
- Fitness center
For the Budget-Conscious Traveler: Value Inns & Suites
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Big value and big fun. Great for families or groups wanting suite-style rooms without sacrificing resort perks.
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Retro cool meets beachy fun! Dive into nostalgia with a lazy river and direct access to Volcano Bay.
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Highlights:
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Exclusive entrance into Volcano Bay
- Standard rooms
- Family suites with kitchenettes
- Quick-service dining
- Full-service dining
- Malt shoppe
- Lobby bar
- Bowling
- Starbucks
- Pizza Delivery
- Two large pools
- Lazy river
- Fire pit
- Poolside activities
- Fitness center
- Arcade with prizes
Endless Summer – Surfside Inn and Suites
California surf spirit and family-friendly suites on a budget.
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Highlights:
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Smaller of the Endless Summer Resort hotels
- Water views of lake
- Standard rooms
- Two-bedroom suites
- Quick-service dining
- Starbucks
- Pizza delivery
- Surboard-shaped pool
- Fitness center
- Game room
Endless Summer – Dockside Inn and Suites
Sister hotel to Surfside Inn and Suites! Casual and spacious, with two pools and beachy vibes all around.
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Highlights:
- Complimentary shuttles to Universal CityWalk
- Early Park Admission
- Larger of the two Endless Summer Resort hotels
- Standard rooms
- Two-bedroom suites
- Two large pools
- Sand beaches
- Quick-service dining
- Lobby bar
- Starbucks
- Pizza delivery
- Fitness center
- Game room
Ready to Book?
No matter your travel style and what you are looking for, Universal Orlando has the perfect hotel for your next vacation.
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