Incredible surroundings, stunning themes and amazing service are just the beginning. When you stay at a Universal Orlando Hotel, you have access to exclusive theme park benefits.
HOTEL CATEGORIES Each type of hotel—Premier, Preferred, Prime Value and Value—offers its own special way to take your Universal Orlando Resort stay to the next level.
Universal’s Endless Summer Resort –Surfside Inn and Suites and Universal’s Endless Summer Resort –Dockside Inn and Suites feature extra-affordable rooms and spacious suites, offering families of all sizes a complete Universal vacation.
Escape to the perfect sunset and save with rates that are extra-affordable. You can soak up the scenes of a cool, calm coastal retreat with plenty of standard rooms and two-bedroom suites that sleep six. It’s a carefree escape inspired by sand, sea and breathtaking sunsets.
Theme Park Benefits When You Stay at Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites:
Enjoy Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter up to one hour before the theme parks open (valid theme park admission required, select attractions).
Fun, Free and easy Transportation This Prime Value hotel provides complimentary shuttle buses and walking paths around the resort. So it’s just a quick hop to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk.
Guests who stay at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel get resort-wide charging privileges using their room key card. We’ll deliver purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge.
Price range starting at $105 per night (price subject to change)
Does not include Unlimited Express Pass
Check-in starts at 4 PM
Check-out is 11 AM
$15.00 per day parking fee at this resort
Dining
Address:
Dockside: 7125 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
Step into the surf lifestyle and save with extra-affordable rates. Featuring sunny, beach-themed rooms and spacious, two-bedroom suites that sleep six, it’s the perfect spot for families of any size to base their Universal vacation. The feeling here is relaxed and easy, with a fun surf vibe woven throughout.
Theme Park Benefits When You Stay at Universal's Endless Summer Surfside Inn and Suites:
Enjoy Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter up to one hour before the theme parks open (valid theme park admission required, select attractions).
Fun, Free and easy Transportation This Prime Value hotel provides complimentary shuttle buses and walking paths around the resort. So it’s just a quick hop to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk.
Guests who stay at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel get resort-wide charging privileges using their room key card. We’ll deliver purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge.
Price range starting at $105 per night (price subject to change)
Does not include Unlimited Express Pass
Check-in starts at 4 PM
Check-out is 11 AM
$15.00 per day parking fee at this resort.
Dining
Address:
Surfside: 7000 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
Stay steps away from Universal's Volcano Bay. Enjoy the themed pool areas, lazy river, and bowling alley of Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort or amazing views atop the rooftop bar at the modern and stylish Universal's Aventura Hotel.
Universal's Aventura Hotel, with commanding views of all three Universal Orlando Resort theme parks, is a perfectly priced escape where clean, open spaces and casual comfort meet sleek style.
Theme Park Benefits When You Stay at Universal's Aventura Hotel:
Enjoy Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter up to one hour before the theme parks open (valid theme park admission required, select attractions).
Steps Away From Universal's Volcano Bay.
Walking paths connect Your hotel to this tropical paradise. (Theme park admission required for entry)
Fun, Free and easy Transportation
This Prime Value hotel provides complimentary shuttle buses and walking paths around the resort. So it’s just a quick hop to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk.
Guests who stay at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel get resort-wide charging privileges using their room key card. We’ll deliver purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge.
Price range starting at $289 per night (price subject to change)
Does not include Unlimited Express Pass
The Express Pass can be sold as an add on ticket
Dining
Address:
6725 Adventure Way
Orlando, FL 32819
During a stay at Cabana Bay Beach Resort enjoy vibrant, retro style with rooms and suites brilliantly designed for fun and affordability. Relax with a splash, surrounded by amazing iconic architecture inspired by classic Florida beach resorts of the 1950s and 60s. Every day comes with fun for all ages with two massive pools, a winding lazy river, a bowling alley and more.
Theme Park Benefits When You Stay at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort:
Enjoy Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter up to one hour before the theme parks open (valid theme park admission required, select attractions).
Steps Away From Universal's Volcano Bay. Walking paths connect Your hotel to this tropical paradise. (Theme park admission required for entry)
Fun, Free and easy Transportation This Prime Value hotel provides complimentary shuttle buses and walking paths around the resort. So it’s just a quick hop to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk.
Guests who stay at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel get resort-wide charging privileges using their room key card. We’ll deliver purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge.
Price range starting at $164 per night (price subject to change)
Does not include Unlimited Express Pass
The Express Pass can be sold as an add on ticket
Dining
Address:
6550 Adventure Way
Orlando, FL 32819
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort is a relaxing Caribbean getaway with the perfect balance of impressive amenities and comfortable mid-range rates. Breeze to the parks in one of our complimentary water taxis and get to the fun fast.
Step into paradise in the heart of the tropics. Blue waterfalls cascade over lush grounds and in the distance, calming sounds of steel drums call you to take in the scenic views, ease into island time and let go. Amid the ruins, passageways and pools you'll find numerous Caribbean-themed dining options. This refreshing resort offers an island escape for an unforgettable adventure.
Price range starting at $220 per night (price subject to change)
Does Loews Sapphire Falls include Express Pass?
Loews Sapphire Falls does not include Express Pass even though it is in the “Preferred” tier of hotels, which is one step below Premier. It is the one perk that is not shared between the two tiers, as Sapphire Falls has upgraded transportation and some of the nicest accommodations on property.
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort Dining
Address:
6601 Adventure Way
Orlando, FL 32819
Relax in surroundings inspired by the beauty and charm of the seaside village of Portofino, Italy. Wonderfully appointed rooms and suites, delightful vistas, enticing pools and incredible restaurants offer unforgettable escapes for everyone.
Loews Portofino Bay Resort – Starting at $312 per night (price subject to change)
Includes Express Pass Unlimited
Amenities
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Dining
Address:
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
Experience a luxurious South Seas escape that perfectly combines tropical splendor and exceptional amenities. A sparkling lagoon-style pool surrounded by a white sand beach and swaying palms invites you to escape. Delectably innovative food and drinks delight every palate. Celebrate with a classic luau. Unwind with a one-of-a-kind dining adventure featuring locally brewed beers.
Loews Royal Pacific Resort – Starting at $372 per night (price subject to change)
Includes Express Pass Unlimited
Amenities
Loews Royal Pacific Resort Dining
Address:
6300 Hollywood Way
Orlando, FL 32819
Live like a rock star and savor the perks of rock and roll royalty with impeccable accommodations, luxurious style and show-stopping service. The sweeping California mission-style design welcomes you in to escape into a sensational world of swimming pools featuring underwater music, acclaimed restaurants, incredible rock memorabilia and amped-up recreation featuring live music—including some famous names.
Hard Rock Hotel – Starting at $359 per night (price subject to change)
Includes Express Pass Unlimited
Amenities
Hard Rock Hotel Dining
Address:
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
When you stay at a Premier Hotel, you'll receive free** Universal Express Unlimited to skip the 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. Valid theme park admission required.
Enjoy Early Park Admission* to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ up to one hour before the theme parks open (valid theme park admission required, select attractions).
When you stay here, your're incredibly close to the thrills and relaxation of Universal's water theme park. Walking paths connect their hotel to this tropical paradise. (Theme park admission required for entry)
Waterways, roads and walking paths connect this Premier resort hotel to Universal Studios Florida, Universal CityWalk and Universal's Islands of Adventure. Guests of Premier and Preferred hotels can get around easily with complimentary water taxis and shuttle services. Universal's Volcano Bay is accessible only by complimentary shuttle.
Guests who stay at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel get resort-wide charging privileges using their room key card. (must be 21 or older to consume alcoholic beverages with valid photo ID)
Be carefree and carry-free when shopping at select stores in Universal’s theme parks and CityWalk. We’ll deliver purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge.
The Universal Express Pass is a popular add-on to the standard Universal Orlando Resort theme park tickets. The Universal Express Pass is an extra ticket, or pass, that allows you to bypass the stand by lines and use the Express Lane for certain attractions. The Express Pass can be sold as an add on ticket or free with Universal Premier hotels with Express Pass Unlimited.
What does a Universal Orlando Express Pass include?
The Universal Express Pass is a ticket that allows you to skip the regular lines and have much shorter waits when visiting the parks. There are two different kinds of the Universal Express Pass with slightly different benefits to use:
The Universal Express Pass Unlimited is the free pass given to those staying at a Universal Premier Hotel. That means you can ride participating attractions as many times as you’d like for the days in the park!
What rides are not covered by Universal Express Pass?
The only rides that do not have Express access in either park are Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Pteranodon Flyers at Universal's Islands of Adventure.
How many times can you use the Universal Express Pass?
For Premier hotel guests, your Express Pass room key will be valid for the amount of days you are registered in your hotel. It is important to know that you will still need valid admission into the parks, since the Express pass is just for skipping the lines in the park. You can also use your Express Pass an unlimited amount of times for participating rides for the days you’re in the parks!
The two park Universal Express Unlimited costs $124.99, plus tax per person, per day at Universal Orlando Resort. The regular two park Universal Express pass costs $94.99, per person, per day if you are looking to purchase it outright.
(prices subject to change)
Guests staying at a Universal Studios Premier Hotel will receive the Universal Unlimited Express Pass for every person registered to the room.
Note: Guest that are getting express pass; that it's not always a walk-on experience but it is going to be an expedited wait and Universal can sell out of Express Pass. They'll sell it out for the entire day often in advance during the busy seasons which is how it's effective because not everyone can purchase it even if everyone wanted to.
The Universal Unlimited Express Pass is included with your stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific, and The Hard Rock Hotel. This is a huge added perk for guests looking to book with a Premier Hotel at Universal.
Loews Portofino Bay nestled along the water, and with details like cobblestone streets and towering Italian cypress trees just like the seaside town of Portofino, Italy, you’ll swear you’re actually in Europe.
Universal Express Pass Unlimited
After hours of excitement, come back to explore a lagoon and sandy-white beach. Sip a mai tai in a Orchid Court Lounge and enjoy its shimmering reflection pool—where you can watch the waters dance past carved statues of imperial-style elephants. Or take the time to savor a colorful Balinese umbrellas, called tedung; a symbol of protection that dates back to the 13th century.
Universal Express Pass Unlimited
Music fans of all ages will want to check the Hard Rock off their bucket list as the entire resort is themed to rock-and-roll. Music videos (remember those?) play in the lobby, fountains and chandeliers are themed to musical instruments, and there is memorabilia everywhere. With signed posters, gold records, outfits, instruments and more, musicians from the ’60s and ’70s through today are represented in an impressive collection. Many items come with a description that gives context of when and where the item came from, which makes walking through the hotel like a trip through a rock-and-roll museum. No matter where you go, from the gym – to the business center – to the quick service Emack & Bolio’s Marketplace – you’re going to see tributes to various rock personalities.
Universal Express Pass Unlimited
Unfortunately, not all Universal Orlando hotels are pet-friendly. On the bright side, there are more than enough options for both you and your pet.
Your furry friends are more than welcome at Loews Royal Pacific Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Universal’s Hard Rock Hotel, and Universal’s Loews Sapphire Falls Resort.
Before you go about booking your room, you need to bear in mind that only certain types of rooms are available for your pets at the aforementioned hotels.
For instance, only Garden View and Bay View rooms are pet-friendly rooms at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.
At the Hard Rock Hotel, you can only keep your pets in their Garden View rooms.
Meanwhile, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort only permit pets in their Standard rooms.
Upon checking in, you will be provided with a list of local pet services, groomers, veterinarians, and pet-friendly attractions.
You’ll quickly discover that there’s a pet care facility adjacent to the park and a pet care area on the first floor of the parking structure.
The facilities are all air-conditioned to ensure that your pet doesn’t suffer heat strokes or breathe in harmful pollen, dust, and other allergens.
You can access pet walking and pet sitting services through the hotels’ concierge desks as well.
All the aforementioned hotels also offer the Loews Loves Pets program—a program that provides amenities (for a fee) such as special treats, placemats, water bowls, leashes, collars, specialized bedding, litter boxes, and more.
And, if you feel guilty about having all the fun while your pets stay in, you can even request a gourmet room service menu for both cats and dogs.
The hotels ask you for an up-to-date shot record of your pet (Rabies, Bordetella, and D.H.P.P for dogs and Rabies, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia, and Rhinotracheitis for cats).
You can easily get this document from your local veterinarian.
Regrettably, pets (not even therapy animals) are allowed entry into any of Universal Orlando’s Theme Parks.
This rule has been set in stone for safety reasons and for the enjoyment of all guests.
However, working service dogs are permitted provided they have identification and are equipped with a vest.
City Walk is an entertainment district within walking distance of Universal Orlando.
This district is filled with restaurants, shops, and clubs and is a high-traffic area considered dangerous to pets.
Therefore, City Walk forbids animals inside its area. However, an exception is made for service animals who wear a service animal vest and have identification.
If you want your pets to socialize while you’re at the theme parks, you can consider taking them to one of the many kennels located on the property.
These kennels charge $15 per pet, per day and operate on a first-come, first-serve basis.
You’re allowed to leave comforting toys, objects, and blankets at the kennel to help your pet adjust to its new surroundings.
Additionally, you must return once during the day to take your pet for a walk; keep in mind that this is a strict policy you have to oblige.
The kennels, like the hotels, require your pet’s proof of vaccinations. Know that the shots must be listed along with expiration dates.
Finally, keep in mind that the kennels don’t accommodate exotic pets.
The last I checked, the kennels were not operational. However, they are guaranteed to resume services once the dust (Covid) settles.
You will be asked to pay a fine of $10 per hour if your pet is left unattended and needs to be removed from the guest room due to excessive barking.
The hotel will try to reach you at first, but if you’re unavailable and unable to hurry back in a reasonable amount of time, your dog will be placed under the care of the hotel’s pet-sitting services.
In hindsight, the fine you’d be paying would be a fee for the pet-sitting service.
Thankfully, it is possible for you to take your pet along with you on your trip to Universal Orlando.
The resort has enough pet-friendly hotels that are ready, eager, and willing to offer the best services for your furry friends.
With your pet by your side, you’ll be able to enjoy the best Universal has to offer!
Guests staying at select Universal Orlando Resort Hotels can access the pools or use poolside amenities at some nearby resort hotels. Please note the following:
· The pool at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel is reserved exclusively for guests staying at Helios Grand Hotel.
· The pools at the Universal Endless Summer Resort are reserved exclusively for guests staying at Dockside Inn and Suites or Surfside Inn and Suites.
· The pools at Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort are reserved exclusively for guests staying at Stella Nova or Terra Luna.
· Guests staying at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort and Universal Aventura Hotel may pool hop to the pools within this group. They may not use the pools at Helios Grand Hotel, Universal Stella Nova Resort, Universal Terra Luna Resort or Universal Endless Summer Resort.
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