Universal Orlando Hotels
From laid-back family suites to beautiful resort escapes, find your family’s perfect place to stay.
Choosing Your Universal Hotel
Where you stay can make a big difference in how your Universal Orlando vacation feels. Maybe your family wants to be close to the action, with easy access to the parks. Maybe having a little more room to spread out matters most. Or perhaps you’re dreaming of a beautiful resort where coming back after a full park day feels like part of the vacation.
With three hotel collections and plenty of personalities to choose from, there’s more to consider than the room itself. We’ll help you sort through the options, understand which benefits matter most, and find a hotel that fits the way your family likes to vacation.
Universal Hotel Categories at a Glance
Signature Collection
A little more resort atmosphere, a little more indulgence, and plenty of personality make Universal’s Signature Collection a wonderful place to start when the hotel experience matters just as much as the parks. From Italian seaside charm to tropical escapes and modern luxury, these five hotels offer distinct experiences, though their locations, transportation, and included benefits differ.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Hard Rock Hotel
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Universal Helios Grand Hotel
Free Universal Express Unlimited is included at Portofino Bay, Hard Rock, and Royal Pacific (valid theme park admission required).
Prime Value Hotels
Universal’s Prime Value hotels offer a fresh, contemporary feel for families who prefer a simpler home base between park adventures. With modern designs and bus transportation to the parks, these three hotels are worth exploring when you want to focus more of your vacation on the experiences ahead.
Universal Aventura Hotel
Universal Stella Nova Resort
Universal Terra Luna Resort
Value Inns & Suites
Sometimes the best vacation choice is a little extra space and a comfortable place to come home to after a full day of fun. Universal’s Value Inns & Suites offer playful themes and family-friendly accommodations, including suite options that sleep up to six at select hotels.
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites
Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites
Signature Collection Hotels
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
If your idea of a wonderful vacation includes slowing down and enjoying the surroundings, Portofino Bay brings the charm of an Italian seaside village to Universal Orlando. With rooms sleeping up to five, three pools including one with a Roman aqueduct waterslide, and the option to walk or take a water taxi to the parks, it’s a lovely choice for families who want both relaxation and convenience.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 5, depending on room configuration (two queen beds with optional rollaway)
- Pools: Three pools, including a main pool with a Roman aqueduct waterslide and sandy beach area
- Getting to the parks: Water taxi or walking paths to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and CityWalk
- Perk: Free Universal Express Unlimited (valid theme park admission required)
Hard Rock Hotel
For families who love a little energy with their upscale getaway, Hard Rock Hotel brings rock-and-roll personality to the vacation. Rooms sleep up to five, the pool features underwater music and a waterslide, and you can walk to Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 5, depending on room configuration (two queen beds with optional rollaway)
- Pools: Pool with underwater music and a waterslide
- Getting to the parks: Walking paths to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and CityWalk, plus water taxi
- Perk: Free Universal Express Unlimited (valid theme park admission required)
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Royal Pacific has that tropical getaway feeling, with a South Seas theme that makes returning from the parks feel like another part of your vacation. Rooms sleep up to five, and families can enjoy a zero-entry pool with a sandy beach, plus the convenience of walking or taking a water taxi to the parks.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 5, depending on room configuration (two queen beds with optional rollaway)
- Pools: Zero-entry pool with sandy beach areas, a waterslide, and hot tubs
- Getting to the parks: Water taxi or walking paths to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and CityWalk
- Perk: Free Universal Express Unlimited (valid theme park admission required)
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
If you love the idea of a Caribbean-inspired escape without leaving the excitement of Universal Orlando, Sapphire Falls has a wonderful vacation atmosphere. With rooms sleeping up to five, Strong Water Tavern for those who enjoy a rum bar, and water taxi or walking access to the parks, it’s a great option for families who appreciate a relaxed resort setting.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 5, depending on room configuration (two queen beds with optional rollaway)
- Pools: Zero-entry pool with a waterslide, sandy beach areas, and hot tubs
- Getting to the parks: Water taxi or walking paths to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and CityWalk
- Dining highlight: Strong Water Tavern rum bar
Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel
Sleek, modern luxury meets an especially exciting location at Helios Grand, right next to Epic Universe. It’s a natural hotel to consider for families making Epic Universe a priority, with bus transportation to CityWalk when you’re ready to explore Universal’s original parks.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4, depending on room configuration (two queen beds or one king)
- Location: Next to Epic Universe
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk for Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure
Prime Value Hotels
Universal Aventura Hotel
Aventura is a wonderful match for families who appreciate clean lines, modern design, and a more minimalist hotel experience. Rooms sleep up to four, rooftop Bar 17 Bistro adds a distinctive place to spend time, and bus transportation connects you with the parks.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4 (two queen beds or one king)
- Dining highlight: Bar 17 Bistro rooftop bar and restaurant
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure; walking paths to neighboring Universal hotels
Universal Stella Nova Resort
With its space-inspired design, Stella Nova brings a fresh, imaginative feeling to your Universal Orlando stay. Located near Epic Universe, with rooms sleeping up to four and bus transportation to the parks, it’s worth considering for families who want a modern home base close to the newest adventures.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4 (two queen beds)
- Location: Near Epic Universe
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure
Universal Terra Luna Resort
Inspired by planetary exploration, Terra Luna has a contemporary look that feels right at home alongside Universal’s newest park experiences. With rooms sleeping up to four, a location near Epic Universe, and bus transportation to the parks, it’s another appealing choice for families who enjoy a fresh, modern setting.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4 (two queen beds)
- Location: Near Epic Universe
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure
Value Inns & Suites
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Cabana Bay brings a playful, nostalgic feeling to your vacation with its colorful 1950s- and 1960s-inspired beach resort style. Families who appreciate a little extra room will love the Family Suites that sleep up to six and include a kitchenette, while the lazy river and Galaxy Bowl bowling make time back at the hotel part of the fun.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4; Family Suites sleep up to 6 with a separate living area and kitchenette
- Pools: Two large pools, including one with a lazy river
- Fun extra: Galaxy Bowl bowling and restaurant
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure; walking paths to neighboring Universal hotels
Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites
Dockside has an easygoing coastal feel that’s a nice match for families who prefer a relaxed place to recharge between park days. Its Two-Bedroom Suites sleep up to six and include a kitchenette, while two pools give families another way to enjoy time together at the hotel.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4; Two-Bedroom Suites sleep up to 6 with a living area and kitchenette
- Pools: Two large pools
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure
Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites
Bright, cheerful, and inspired by the surf, Surfside brings a laid-back beach feeling to your Universal Orlando vacation. Its Two-Bedroom Suites sleep up to six and include a kitchenette, making it worth a look for larger families who appreciate having separate sleeping spaces and a little added convenience.
- Rooms: Standard rooms sleep up to 4; Two-Bedroom Suites sleep up to 6 with a living area and kitchenette
- Pools: Large pool area
- Getting to the parks: Complimentary bus to CityWalk, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure
Hotel Guest Perks
Every Universal Orlando hotel offers Early Park Admission at select attractions with valid park admission, while three Signature Collection hotels also include Universal Express Unlimited, making it worth understanding exactly which benefits come with your stay.
- Early Park Admission: Available when you stay at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel. Valid theme park admission is required, and it applies to select attractions.
- Free Universal Express Unlimited: Included for guests at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Valid theme park admission is required.
Perks can change, so we always confirm the current benefits for your travel dates.
Universal Hotel FAQ
Which Universal Orlando hotels include Express Unlimited?
Universal Express Unlimited is included for guests staying at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort, with valid park admission required. It’s important to know that not every Signature Collection hotel includes this benefit, so choosing the right hotel can make a difference in how you plan your park days. We’ll help you compare the options based on what matters most to your family.
Which Universal hotels have suites for larger families?
If you’re traveling with a larger family or simply appreciate having a little more room, Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort offers Family Suites that sleep up to six and include a kitchenette. Dockside Inn and Suites and Surfside Inn and Suites also offer Two-Bedroom Suites sleeping up to six, each with a kitchenette. These are wonderful places to start when extra sleeping space is high on your priority list.
Which Universal hotel is best for families with young kids?
That really depends on your family’s ages, routines, and how you like to spend your time away from the parks. Cabana Bay is worth exploring for its Family Suites, lazy river, and playful retro atmosphere, while Portofino Bay and Royal Pacific offer appealing pool experiences and convenient ways to reach the parks. We’ll help you consider room layouts, transportation, and the kind of resort atmosphere that will make your family feel most comfortable.
Is it worth staying at a Universal Orlando hotel?
For many families, staying on-site can make the vacation feel a little easier, especially when you’re spending several days exploring Universal Orlando. The convenience of being close to the parks, along with potential hotel guest benefits, can make a difference in your overall experience. We’ll help you compare the options and determine whether staying on-site makes sense for your family’s plans and budget.
Do you plan Universal Orlando vacations for families nationwide?
Yes. We plan for families all across the country. We also have advisors in New Jersey, South Carolina, and Illinois, and we’re happy to meet with you over Zoom or by email wherever you live.
Ready to Find Your Universal Hotel?
The right hotel does more than give your family a place to sleep. It helps set the tone for your whole vacation, and we’d love to help you find the one that makes it easier to do less and enjoy more.