This episode of the UOFanatic Podcast is a discussion to help you decide which of the current Universal Orlando resorts will fit your vibe, your budget, or your vacation goals.
Podcast summary:
Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites
If the budget is tight, this is a great choice to pick up better transportation and early entry to a theme park or Volcano Bay as compared to hotel offerings out on International Drive. There is a cult following for their Pier 8 food court, more specifically their chicken and waffles.
Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites
My personal low budget choice for the reasons above, but also because it’s a smaller resort. Less likely to come across teen groups like sports teams and cheerleaders. Easier to move about the lobby and elevator access.
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Super fun, family resort. Diverse offerings such as bowling and a lazy river. Didn’t mention the lobby bar, the Swizzle lounge, a fan favorite. Really affordable family suites for bigger families, or just some extra room. Meticulously themed resort to the 50’s and 60’s beach resorts of Americana.
Universal Aventura Hotel
Affordable accommodations in a more adult setting with a great view from the rooftop bar. The easiest hotel to navigate and a close walk to Sapphire Falls, its amenities and boat transportation.
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
Gorgeous, comfortable property. Great central location and the best bar and pool on property. Mid-price range, very comfortable resort for the cost.
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Unlimited Express Pass benefit, great restaurants and a great location. Disney fans will appreciate the Polynesian like feel of the resort. The resort just feels like vacation. If you love frogs, you’ll love the Royal Pacific resort.
Hard Rock Hotel
Party time, Rock star classy. Great bars and all hallways have loads of rock and roll memorabilia. You could make an entire day of hunting down rock and roll artifacts. Conveniently located and of course Unlimited Express pass benefit.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Beautiful spacious seaside Italian resort. Relaxation, rejuvenation and therapeutic in nature. Largest standard rooms on property. The best resort reveal when arriving by boat and of course the Unlimited Express Pass benefit.