Universal Orlando Resort has become one of the most highly sought out theme parks in the world. Due to the amazing ride technology, incredible entertainment and imaginative lands, like Wonderful Wizarding World of Harry Potter, guests travel from all over to participate in the magic. With two theme parks, a water park and a bustling shopping megacomplex, there is so much to do! That is why we would suggest staying onsite, at one of Universal Orlando Resort Hotels to maximize the fun!

Universal Orlando Resort offers an array of hotels for any family need. Whether you’re a family looking for budget friendly fun or are looking for a more romantic, upscale getaway, Universal Orlando Resort has you covered. Let’s discuss the best Universal Orlando Hotel just for you.

August 2021: All hotels have resumed operations but is subject to change at any time! Certain restaurants or perks may be suspended due to the current health situation. To stay up to date on hotel reopening’s and safety guidelines, check the Universal Hotels Safety Information website.

Benefits of Staying At Any Universal Orlando Resort

When choosing to stay at any Universal Orlando Resort, perks offered are a huge deciding factor! Luckily, all Universal Orlando Resorts have the same baseline perks, and only premiere resorts offer extra perks.

Universal Orlando Resort Perks

Early Admission – All Universal Orlando Resort guests have the option to enjoy the Wizarding World of Harry Potter one hour before the park opens to regular guests. Early mornings are the best time to ride all of the popular attractions to get the most out of your day!
Resort Transportation – Once you’ve dropped off your bags, check out what free transportation your Universal Orlando Resort offers. Currently there are complimentary shuttle busses, water taxis and walking trails to the theme parks.
Resort-Wide Charging Privileges – If you’re on the go in any area of Universal Orlando Resort, you may use your key card for your hotel room to make charges. Make sure a credit card is assigned to your room at check in and you’re ready to go.
Merchandise Delivery – Bought too much at CityWalk or inside of Universal Studios? Don’t worry, if you’re staying on property, your merchandise can be delivered right to your room!

Universal Orlando Resort Hotels

Premier Resorts

Each premier resort has its own reason for being the best Universal Orlando Hotel. Depending on what your vacation is all about, there are different vibes and offerings from each. We can guarantee that any premiere resort you choose will bring plenty of luxury and relaxation to your Universal Orlando Resort vacation.

The premier resorts consist of Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Royal Pacific Resort. These three resorts make up the highest-prices hotels in all of Universal Orlando Resort, but have the best accommodations and perks.

The premier resorts are considered more elite than preferred because of the amazing perks that come with your stay. The complimentary Universal Unlimited Express Pass for each guest alone make the stay at a premier resort worth it. That is a value of $129 per guest!

Premier hotels also offer priority seating at certain restaurants, more thought out, elegant theming and bigger rooms.

Perks for Premier Hotel Guests

If you choose Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, or Loews Royal Pacific Resort, you get an extra, amazing perks.

Universal Express Unlimited – All guests who stay at a premiere Universal Orlando hotel get Universal Express Unlimited added to their tickets. That means, you get to skip regular lines at participating rides and attractions at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. That’s a value of $129 per person, per day.
Priority seating at select restaurants and first-available seating at others. If there are popular restaurants that are a must-do on your vacation, this perk will help you get in the door and seated.

You must already have purchased tickets to receive Universal Express Unlimited benefit.

Overview of Universal Orlando Premier Resorts

Lowes Royal Pacific Resort

Loews Royal Pacific Resort will be your island getaway resort, with incredible benefits, beautiful Polynesian theming and exciting room options. One of the benefits of staying at Loews Royal Pacific Resort are the amenities. Offering Club Level benefits means that certain rooms come with a ton of perks! Such as, complimentary breakfast, lounge level access, Sweet Happy Hour and even free beer and wine!

If you’re looking for upscale exclusivity at Universal Orlando Resort, this hotel may be for you! Loews Royal Pacific Resort packs just as hard of a punch as any other resort. With the lagoon style pools, breathtaking flower gardens and beautiful rooms it is sure to impress. Royal Pacific Resort is definitely in our top 3 best Universal Studios resorts.

Loews Royal Pacific Resort Pricing

Royal Pacific Resort offers four different types of rooms: Standard, Suite, Club Level and Royal Hospitality Club level. It is one of the Universal Orlando Resorts that offers a special kids themed suite and of course … its Jurassic World!

Standard rooms start at $252 a night, with two different options.
Suites start at $400 and guests have the option to choose the regular king suite or the kid’s Jurassic World themed suite.
Club level rooms start at around $350 a night, and guests have the option between a king or two queens room.
Royal Hospitality Club level rooms start at $900 a night, but have many different options including the Presidential Suite.

Loews Royal Pacific Resort Dining Options

Royal Pacific Resort Recreation

As a premier Universal Orlando Resort, the recreation options don’t disappoint.

Lagoon-Style Swimming Pool amenities.
Complimentary fitness center
Game (Not) Over Arcade
Serene walking and jogging paths throughout the resort
Croquet lawn to play the classic game

The Hard Rock Hotel

The Hard Rock Hotel is the original superstar at Universal Orlando Resort and offers incredible benefits, rousing dining options and more. This resort has over 1 million dollars worth of rock n’ roll memorabilia to peer at, making it the most exciting Universal Orlando Resort to date. The Hard Rock Hotel Orlando is also the closest Universal Orlando Resort to both of the theme parks, Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida.

Hard Rock Hotel Pricing

The Hard Rock Hotel is extreme exclusive, and offers only 650 rooms for guests to book for their Universal Orlando stay. There are a small amount of rooms to choose from, but plenty of exhilarating options.

Standard rooms start at $287 a night, with many different options. There are garden and water view rooms, and even deluxe standard rooms with extra living space.
Suites start at $443 and guests have many different options to choose from:
- Future Rock Star Suites – the perfect suite for families. There are two separate rooms, one kid’s room with two twin beds and an adults room with a queen bed and living area.
- King Suites – sleeps up to four with a king bed and sofa
- Hospitality Suites – 1, 2 and 3 bedroom hospitality suites are offered with a swanky living space, dining room table and huge kitchenette.
- Graceland Suite – Just like the king of rock, you will be living in luxury. This incredible suite has a grand piano inside of it, luxurious bathroom, bedroom with a fireplace and more.
Club level rooms start at around $379 a night, and guests have the option between a king or two queens room. There are complimentary perks like breakfast included and access to the Rock Royalty lounge.

Hard Rock Hotel Dining Options

Hard Rock Hotel Recreation

Staying at a Universal Orlando Resort like Hard Rock Hotel, you have to expect the activities to be just as enthralling as the rock n’ roll attitude!

Velvet Sessions – Offered as a separately ticketed event, Velvet Sessions are concerts showcasing incredible rock n’ roll talent such as Bret Michaels, Joan Jett and more. Cocktails and finger foods are offered with your ticket, giving you a dynamite experience.
A Rockin’ Beach – You can listen to music underwater in the 12,000 sq. foot pool with a real sand beach and volleyball court. There are poolside games offered every day if you’re looking to have fun.
Discover The Sound of Your Stay™ program – Pick from 20 different Fender guitar styles to have delivered to your room to jam our like any rockstar!
Game (Not) Over Arcade
Sound Body bodyrock Fitness Center
Walking and jogging paths

Loews Portofino Bay Resort

Set in the beautiful village of Portofino, Italy, Universal Orlando guests can be transported to a romantic era in this seaside village. The Portofino Bay Resort is all about upscale Italian luxury, with incredible restaurants, glistening pools and everything you’d expect from a AAA 4-Diamond Award winning hotel.

Portofino Bay Resort Pricing

You will relax in comfort and style at the Portofino Bay Resort. The European elegance of each perfectly designed room is worth every penny for peaceful relaxation.

Standard rooms start at $300 a night, with many different options. There are garden and bay view rooms, and even deluxe standard rooms with extra living space.
Suites start at $564 and guests have many different options to choose from:
- Despicable Me Kid’s Suites – the perfect suite for families. There are two separate rooms, one kid’s room with two twin beds and an adults room with a queen bed and living area.
- Portofino Suites – 1 or 2 bedroom suites are offered with an elegant living space.
- Hospitality Suites – 1 and 2 bedroom hospitality suites are offered with a swanky living space, dining room table and huge kitchenette.
- Villa Suites – Very upscale 1 and two bedroom villa suites are offered with soft romantic theming, a dining area and kitchenette.
- Presidente and Governatore Suites – both rooms encompass European lavish theming, with over 2000 sq feet of space, dining rooms, office space, kitchenettes and more.
Club level rooms start at around $400 a night, and guests have the option between a king or two queens room. There are complimentary perks like breakfast included and access to the Portofino Club Lounge.

Loews Portofino Bay Resort Dining

Portofino Bay Recreation

Don’t let the upscale elegance of Portofino Bay fool you. Universal Orlando put in just as much effort into extra activities and recreation to make this a top notch resort on all levels

Pools – Portofino Bay has three different pools for everyones needs. There is the Beach Pool, the Villa Pool and the Hillside pool.
Game (Not) Over Arcade
Breathtaking waterfront views over the bay
Mandara Spa
Walking and jogging paths
Resort Kids Camps
Musica del Notte – complimentary opera music at the Harbor Piazza each night

Preferred Resorts

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort is the hotel in the preferred category. This resort is upscale, with premier-like theming, but no access to the Universal Unlimited Express Pass.

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort is in a category of its own when it comes to pricing and theming. This island themed resort takes on a more targeted approach, with sparkling turquoise waterfalls, relaxing steel drum background music and vibrant lush vegetation. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort is the perfect combo of breezy island vibes with charming scenic views.

Sapphire Falls Resort Room Pricing

Sapphire Falls Resort rooms are modern and bright, with cool, blue water views and plenty of amenities for any party.

Standard rooms start at $181 a night, with an option of either standard, pool or lagoon views.
Suites start at $265 and guests have many different options to choose from:
- Kid’s Suites – the perfect suite for families. There are two separate rooms, one kid’s room with two twin beds and an adults room with a queen bed and living area.
- King Suites – King suites are offered with a peaceful living space.
- Hospitality Suites – Hospitality suites are offered with a modern Caribbean living space, dining room table and huge kitchenette.
- Sapphire Suites – Can sleep up to 5 with a beautiful living space and two bathroom!
- Presidential Suite – this ginormous suite offers upscale amenities like your very own fitness room, conference center, living room, dining room and more!

Loews Sapphire Falls Resort Dining Options

Loews Sapphire Resort Recreation

There is plenty to do in the Caribbean style beach area, with plenty of palm trees to assist with soaking up the sun or enjoying a creative cocktail.

16000 sq foot Pool – with a sand beach, hot tubs, cabanas, a children’s play area and more.
Calypso Game Room
Exclusive Rum Dinner – five-course dinner served with delicious Caribbean rum pairings.
Kalina Health and Fitness Center
Walking and jogging paths

Prime Value Resorts

Prime Value Resorts at Universal Orlando are economically friendly resorts with affordable rates, but exciting theming and amenities. These resorts have their own perks, such as having their own entranceway to Universal Orlando’s waterpark, Volcano Bay.

There are two Prime Value Resorts at Universal Orlando Resort, both offering original, exciting theming. Likewise, Prime Value Resorts are great for families and kids, while also having amazing dining and entertainment for adults. The two resorts are Cabana Bay Beach Resort and Aventura Hotel Resort.

Overview of Universal Orlando Prime Value Resorts

Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a vibrant, exciting resort which was made in mind for family fun, but also affordability! This resort’s theming is unlike any other, with its retro Florida beach vibes from the 1950’s and 60’s. You’re sure to please any family member with the vast food court, various poolside elements and incredible architecture!

Cabana Bay Room Pricing

Cabana Bay’s retro room theming makes it a favorite among all Universal Orlando Resorts. Most of Cabana Bay’s rooms are made to function perfect for families and have unforgettable vintage displays.

Standard rooms start at $132 a night, with an option of either standard, poolside or Volcano Bay rooms.
Suites start at $172 and guests have a few options to choose from:
- Family Suites – choose from four different family suites, which have cozy living areas and convenient kitchenettes.
- Volcano Bay View 2 Bedroom Suites – the most spacious room offers gorgeous views of Volcano Bay!

Cabana Bay Beach Resort Dining Options

Cabana Bay Beach Resort Recreation Options

The best part about Cabana Bay Beach Resort is the massive pool area with aquatic activities for all paces of life. You get a lot of bang for your buck when it comes to recreation at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.

Two different pool courtyards: Cabana Courtyard and Pool & Lazy River Courtyard and Pool
Famous Cabanas
Galaxy Bowl – fun family bowling for all with an exciting restaurant attached.
Jack Lalanne Fitness Studio
Game-O-Rama arcade

Aventura Hotel Resort

Aventura is a newer resort, showing off its high technological theming and sleek and modernistic experiences. These incredible and original features really sets Aventura apart from other Universal Orlando hotels. Many guests feel like you get a Premier experience with a Prime Value price tag.

Aventura Resort Room Pricing

Aventura has the most unique amenities for its room offerings. Unlike any other resort on Universal Orlando property, you can order services and control the room temperature all on a tablet provided in-room. You will feel replenished and relaxed with floor to ceiling windows, sleek designing and chill modern vibes.

Standard rooms start at $132 a night, with an option of either standard two queen, king, deluxe and Skyline view rooms.
Only kids suites are offered, starting at $232, and sleeps up to 5 guests with a separate kids room with two twin beds.

Aventura Resort Dining Options

Aventura Hotel Resort Recreation

Aventura Resort offers a few recreation options that were created with the highest standard for relaxation. You wont be disappointed with the chill, sleek designs in mind for Universal Orlando Resort guests.

A lavish pool with a kids splash zone and fire pit
Fitnes Center
Resort Kids Camps

Value Resorts

Universal Orlando Resort offers two sister Value Resorts with the most inexpensive room rates. Value Resort guests will still receive Universal Resort base benefits, but lose out on some perks of higher priced resorts. The overall theming will still bring you to a beachside fantasy, which you cant beat for the incredible price!

Endless Summer Resort is the name of the overall value resort complex, offering two separate properties: Surfside Inn and Suites and Dockside Inn and Suites. Endless Summer Resort sits alone, across the I-4 interstate about a mile away from the Universal Orlando campus. Free transportation makes the journey to CityWalk, Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure easy, but can be timely and frustrating.

Surfside Inn and Suites

Surfside Inn and Suites is the very first value resort built for Universal Orlando Resort, making it truly original. It is a family oriented, beachside getaway designed specifically for affordability. You can “hang ten” or catchy a salty wave with this surfboard themed resort with plenty of SoCal inspired dining options. There are plenty of rooms

Surfside Inn and Suites Room Pricing

Surfside rooms are bright, beach-y and fun, making affordability feel like a tropical paradise. With plenty of room offerings, Surfside is sure to have the perfect room for any family looking to spend more times in the parks.

Standard rooms start at $88 a night, with an option of either standard or pool view rooms.
2 bedroom suites start at $132 and guests have options of either standard, pool view or water view

Dining Options at Surfside Inn and Suites

Surfside Inn and Suites Recreation

Surfboard shaped pool with plenty of poolside activities for the whole family
Fitness center
Game Room

Dockside Inn and Suites

The Dockside Inn and Suites is the newer of the two Endless Summer resorts, and the largest with 1500 rooms offered! Comparatively, Dockside is inspired by land, sea and beautiful sunsets while still being affordable. You’re going to love the coastal vibe and carefree resort getaway vibe if you choose Dockside!

Dockside Inn and Suites Room Pricing

The rooms are cool, calm and carefree with charming and affordable design in mind. Dockside Inn and Suites has a whopping 1500 rooms, thus nearly any time of the year, there is bound to be a room just for you.

Standard rooms start at $188 a night, with an option of either standard or pool view rooms.
2 bedroom suites start at $132 and guests have options of either standard, pool view or water view

Dining Options at Dockside Inn and Suites

Dockside Inn and Suites Recreation

A perfect pool and splash pad with Hula Hula competitions and sand beaches.
Fitness center
Game Room

So, Which Universal hotel is best for you?

In conclusion, we hope that you found this article helpful while making your choice for your next Universal Orlando vacation. There are so many different components to planning a vacation, the hotel should be the easy part! Therefore, whether you’re a family looking for affordable adventure, or a couple looking for a romantic getaway, we hope you find the best Universal Orlando hotel for you!