Universal Hotel Guide

Portofino Bay Hotel

• Theme: Inspired by the Italian seaside village of Portofino, complete with cobblestone streets, waterfront views, and authentic Italian dining.


• Accommodation: 750 rooms, including 45 suites, featuring elegant Italian furnishings.


• Transporation: Water Taxi


• Amenities: Three pools, multiple fine dining options such as:
  • Bice Ristorante
  • Mama Della's Ristorante
  
  
• Priority seating for dinner reservations at CityWalk with concierge desk


• Universal Express Unlimited Passes (skip regular lines at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure


• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Hard Rock Hotel

• Theme: A rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle experience, designed in California mission-style architecture, featuring music memorabilia throughout the hotel.


• Accommodation: 650 rooms, including 29 suites, with music-inspired decor.


• Transporation: Water Taxi, Short Walk to Universal Studios
• Amenities: Beach-style pool with underwater music, and dining options including:
  • The Palm
  • The Kitchen
  
  
• Priority seating for dinner reservations at CityWalk with concierge desk


• Universal Express Unlimited Passes (skip regular lines at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure


• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Royal Pacific Resort

• Theme: Inspired by the enchanted islands of the South Pacific, featuring lush tropical landscapes.


• Accommodation: 1,000 rooms, including 51 suites, with island-themed decor.


• Transporation: Water Taxi, Designated Walking path to Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios
• Amenities: Lagoon-style pool and dining options including:
  • Jake's American Bar
  • Island's Dining Room
  
  
• Priority seating for dinner reservations at CityWalk with concierge desk


• Universal Express Unlimited Passes (skip regular lines at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure


• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Sapphire Falls Resort

• Theme: Caribbean-inspired escape with cascading waterfalls, vibrant island colors, and tropical charm.


• Accommodation:1,000 rooms, including 83 suites.


• Transporation: Water Taxi
• Amenities: Resort-style pool with a water slide and dining options including:
  • Amatista Cookhouse
  • Strong Water Tavern
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Helios Grand Hotel

Coming Soong with Epic Universe May 22, 2025

• Theme: A Mediterranean-inspired luxury resort adjacent to Universal's upcoming Epic Universe theme park.


• Accommodation:500 rooms, including suites designed for families and kids.


• Transporation: Direct Entrance from Hotel into Epic Universe, Bus Transporation to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and CityWalk.
• Amenities: Zero-entry pool with underwater speakers and dining options including:
  • Flora Taverna
  • A rooftop bar with park views
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Aventura Hotel

• Theme: Features a sleek, modern aesthetic with a focus on contemporary design.


• Accommodation:600 rooms, including standard rooms and deluxe rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic views.


• Transporation: Bus Shuttle or take a short walk to Sapphire Falls Resort for the Water Taxi
• Amenities: Resort-style pool with a kids splash zone and dining options including:
  • Rooftop Bar 17 offering panoramic views of the resort
  • Urban Pantry Quick-Service Options
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Stella Nova Resort Now Open

• Theme: Inspired by the infinite universe, featuring space-themed decor and design elements.


• Accommodation:750 rooms with modern amenities and cosmic-inspired interiors.


• Transporation: Bus Shuttle to theme parks and CityWalk, Designated Walking Path to Epic Universe.
• Amenities:Heated lagoon-style pool and dining options including:
  • Cosmos Cafe and Market
  • Galaxy Bar and Galaxy Grill
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Terra Luna Resort Opening End of March 2025

• Theme: Centers around terrestrial exploration, blending natural elements with modern design.


• Accommodation:750 rooms designed with earthy tones and contemporary furnishings.


• Transporation: Bus Shuttle to theme parks and CityWalk.
• Amenities:Expansive pool area and dining options including:
  • Omega Cafe and Market
  • Moonrise Bar and Moonrise Grill
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise

Cabana Bay Beach Resort

• Theme:1950s and 1960s retro beach resort theme with bright colors, vintage aesthetics, and mid-century modern decor.


• Accommodation:


• Standard Rooms: (300 sq. ft.): Sleeps up to 4 guests with two queen beds.
• Family Suites: (430 sq. ft.): Sleeps up to 6 guests with two queen beds, a pull-out sofa, a kitchenette, and a partitioned living area.
• Volcano Bay View Rooms: Premium rooms with views of Universal’s Volcano Bay.


• Transporation: Bus Shuttle and Designated Walking Path to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and CityWalk.
• Amenities:Two pool areas, lazy river, a bowling alley and dining options including:
  • Bayline Cafeteria
  • Swizzle Lounge Bar
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise
• Walking distance to Volcano Bay Entrace

Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites

• Theme: Laid-back surf lifestyle with a relaxed, beachy vibe.


• Accommodation:


• Standard Rooms: (313 sq. ft.): Sleeps up to 4 guests with two queen beds.
• Two Bedroom Suites: (440 sq. ft.): Sleeps up to 6 guests with three queen beds, a separate bedroom, a kitchenette, and a dining area.


• Transporation: Bus Shuttle.
• Amenities:Surfboard-shaped resort pool and dining options including:
  • Beach Break Cafe
  • Sand Bar
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise
• Walking distance to Volcano Bay Entrace

Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites

• Theme: Tranquil coastal retreat with soft beach tones and a rustic seaside feel. More earthy tones and natural wood accents compared to Surfside Inn.


• Accommodation:


• Standard Rooms: (313 sq. ft.): Sleeps up to 4 guests with two queen beds.
• Two Bedroom Suites: (440 sq. ft.): Sleeps up to 6 guests with three queen beds, a separate bedroom, a kitchenette, and a dining area.


• Transporation: Bus Shuttle.
• Amenities:Two large resort-style pools and dining options including:
  • Pier 8 Market
  • Sunset Lounge Bar
  
  
• Early Park Admission to select attractions


• Resort-wide Charging Privileges - use your room key for purchases throughout the resort


• Package Delivery directly to your hotel for merchandise
• Walking distance to Volcano Bay Entrace

Breakdown at Each Resort

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