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Best Universal Orlando Resort hotels
Wondering which Universal Orlando Resort hotel is best? We’ve pulled out our top five for you to pick from.
If you’re heading to Universal Orlando Resort and wondering where to base yourself in Florida, we’ve done the hard work for you. Our pick of the five best Universal Orlando Resort hotels features properties from each of Universal’s three categories: Signature Collection, Prime Value and Value Inn and Suites. Plus, it only includes properties within easy reach of all the big-name theme parks, and each one comes with a host of exclusive theme park benefits. We’ve also factored in essentials like incredible pool scenes and standout dining set-ups, so take a look, take your pick, and let the adventure begin…
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Universal Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites
This place puts you within easy reach of International Drive. There’s a free, regular shuttle to Universal Orlando theme parks and Universal CityWalk, and the drive time is only about 10 minutes. You can also enjoy Early Park Admission* to selected attractions up to one hour before regular guests if you have a valid theme park ticket.
Style-wise, everything’s inspired by the beach – think spacious rooms and suites decked out in coastal-toned decor, and an outdoor pool shaped like a massive surfboard. The latter is the hub of the action here, with a roomy terrace, lots of daytime games and a poolside bar where you can put your feet up after a day at the parks.
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Style-wise, everything’s inspired by the beach – think spacious rooms and suites decked out in coastal-toned decor, and an outdoor pool shaped like a massive surfboard. The latter is the hub of the action here, with a roomy terrace, lots of daytime games and a poolside bar where you can put your feet up after a day at the parks.
Book Universal Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites.
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort puts you right next to Universal Volcano Bay. It’s also close to Universal CityWalk and the other theme parks, and there’s a free shuttle to get you there. At all Universal hotels, including this one, you get Early Park Admission* to select attractions up to one hour before other guests with valid theme park admission.
After its location, the hotel’s main talking point is its retro styling – if you love 1950s Americana, you’re never going to want to leave. From the retro carport outside the lobby all the way to the vintage diner and old-school bowling alley – which you can pay a bit extra to play in – this place takes its theme seriously. Factor in two big pools, one of which has a lazy river, and there’s a long list of reasons to stay here.
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After its location, the hotel’s main talking point is its retro styling – if you love 1950s Americana, you’re never going to want to leave. From the retro carport outside the lobby all the way to the vintage diner and old-school bowling alley – which you can pay a bit extra to play in – this place takes its theme seriously. Factor in two big pools, one of which has a lazy river, and there’s a long list of reasons to stay here.
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Universal Stella Nova Resort
As you might have guessed by the name, Universal Stella Nova Resort is inspired by outer space – and it certainly makes an out-of-this-world first impression. The facade of the building is kitted out in galaxy-themed colours and looks like a giant space shuttle. And because this hotel is the newest of 11 hotels, everything inside feels really fresh.
Location-wise, it’s opposite Universal Epic Universe theme park, which you can get to via the walkway or on the free shuttle. The shuttle will whizz you off to the other Universal Orlando theme parks and Universal CityWalk, too, and as a guest here you get perks like Early Park Admission* to selected attractions up to one hour before other guests, as long as you have a valid ticket.
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Location-wise, it’s opposite Universal Epic Universe theme park, which you can get to via the walkway or on the free shuttle. The shuttle will whizz you off to the other Universal Orlando theme parks and Universal CityWalk, too, and as a guest here you get perks like Early Park Admission* to selected attractions up to one hour before other guests, as long as you have a valid ticket.
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Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando
This hotel takes its style cues from the South Pacific, with tropical scenery, exotic food and even a white-sand beach that fronts a huge, palm-lined lake. Footsteps from that you’ll find a big pool complete with children’s area, hot tubs and cabanas you can pay extra to rent.
When it comes to dining, you can choose from four places to eat here, including a main dining room that serves a Polynesian menu, a sushi bar and an American bar and diner. And as for those all-important theme parks, the hotel runs a free water taxi or shuttle to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and Universal CityWalk and a complimentary shuttle to Universal Epic Universe. What’s more, you get free Universal Express Unlimited tickets as a guest here, to skip the lines at selected attractions.
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When it comes to dining, you can choose from four places to eat here, including a main dining room that serves a Polynesian menu, a sushi bar and an American bar and diner. And as for those all-important theme parks, the hotel runs a free water taxi or shuttle to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay and Universal CityWalk and a complimentary shuttle to Universal Epic Universe. What’s more, you get free Universal Express Unlimited tickets as a guest here, to skip the lines at selected attractions.
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Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Prefer to feel like you’ve been whisked away to the Caribbean? Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando is your place. The huge, landscaped pool here – the biggest of all the Universal hotels’ – is framed by exotic greenery and cascading waterfalls. Indoors, meanwhile, Caribbean cuisine takes centre stage at the Amatista Cookhouse.
This hotel’s got location all sewn up, too, with a free water taxi or shuttle bus to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex. Universal Volcano Bay is only a short walk away, or the shuttle can drop you there – and there’s also a free shuttle to Universal Epic Universe.
Book Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando.
This hotel’s got location all sewn up, too, with a free water taxi or shuttle bus to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex. Universal Volcano Bay is only a short walk away, or the shuttle can drop you there – and there’s also a free shuttle to Universal Epic Universe.
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Universal Volcano Bay is seasonally closed on select dates between October 2025 and February 2026. Additionally, Universal Volcano Bay will be closed for maintenance beginning October 26, 2026, with a current planned reopening on or before March 24, 2027.
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Author: Katie Gregory
Last updated: 03.12.2025
*See the full T&Cs on the Universal destination page.
Ready to go?
Browse all our Universal Orlando Resort holidays.
For more inspiration, take a look at the top things to do in Orlando, read the ultimate guide to Florida and find out how to make the most of Universal Orlando Resort.
Pssst. Head to the Discover homepage for our latest articles.
Author: Katie Gregory
Last updated: 03.12.2025