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Rooftop restaurant with a pool in the middle offers amazing city and fireworks views. Atmosphere stays chill and lively, enhanced by live belly dancing and great music. Guests enjoy halal food and expertly crafted cocktails in a vibrant setting.

City skyline and Disney fireworks create a magical rooftop view. The spot offers an upscale experience with amazing vistas and a lively atmosphere.

Offers an upscale rooftop experience with amazing views of the city and fireworks. The spot combines a wonderful rooftop vibe with clear sightlines that stand out in the area.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and beautifully presented."

"The city views from the rooftop are spectacular."

"The rooftop views of the city are spectacular, especially at sunset."

Good to know

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Reservations are needed to secure a spot on the patio.

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm with half-price drinks.

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The restaurant hosts birthday celebrations, weddings, and receptions.

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Hotel offers futuristic rooms with robotic service and modern decor controlled by tablets. Atmosphere stays quiet and relaxed, especially by the pool and rooftop bar with stunning city views. Guests enjoy convenient amenities like a Starbucks lobby and shuttle service to nearby attractions.

People are saying

"I found the hotel rooms to be modern and very clean."

"The park view from my 16th floor room was amazing."

"The park view from my room was amazing day and night."

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The hotel provides a shuttle service to Universal Studios and CityWalk, eliminating the need to worry about parking.

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The hotel's location is a 5-minute walk to the boat that takes guests directly to CityWalk.

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The shuttle service to Universal Studios takes about 5 minutes, and to Epic Universe about 10 minutes.

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Rooftop pool and bar offer spectacular views and a luxurious atmosphere with a quiet, welcoming vibe. Rooms feel spacious and cozy, maintained with care for a pleasant stay. Indian cuisine stands out as a distinctive dining option on site.

Rooms offer great views. The 6th floor pool and rooftop lounge provide beautiful cityscapes. The rooftop restaurant overlooks Orlando clearly.

Rooms offer great views. The 6th floor pool and rooftop lounge provide beautiful cityscapes. The rooftop restaurant overlooks Orlando clearly.

People are saying

"The hotel staff were all very friendly and polite."

"The rooftop has great views and a nice pool."

"You get a nice view of the roller coasters and go-karts from the room."

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Parking is inadequate, with frequent towing of improperly parked cars.

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The hotel is only a 5-minute drive from Universal parks.

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The rooftop lounge hosts events, allowing non-guests to access the area.

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Pizza restaurant combines Brooklyn-style decor with an outdoor poolside patio featuring a DJ and hookah. Atmosphere stays upbeat and lively even in the morning, with a mix of indoor and outdoor seating. Amenities include a basketball court and pond, creating a relaxed yet energetic vibe.

Outside areas offer beautiful views with many turtles and fish swimming nearby. The poolside setting creates a chill vibe with great views and good music.

Outdoor seating offers a poolside view with many turtles and fish swimming nearby. The back patio combines scenic water views with good music for a chill vibe.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and always 10/10."

"The pizzas here are delicious, especially the cheese."

"The deep dish pizza was delicious and cooked to perfection."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 12 to 3pm with unlimited pizza and drinks.

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Karaoke nights are held on Mondays and Tuesdays for guests to enjoy.

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The restaurant hosts Sunday Football games for sports fans.

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Theme park

Colorful, twisted buildings and bent palm trees create a playful chaos that brings Dr. Seuss's world to life. Gentle rides and interactive play areas offer a fun, whimsical atmosphere perfect for young children and families. Details like rhyming signposts and Seussian lampposts make the environment immersive and entertaining for all ages.

The trolley ride offers panoramic views from 15 feet above the park. It combines beautiful scenery with entertaining narration for a unique perspective.

The ride offers a panoramic view of the park from about 15 feet up. It combines beautiful scenery with entertaining narration for a unique perspective.

People are saying

"It's a colorful, whimsical escape that's great for kids."

"You can meet and greet all the characters and get hugs and kisses."

"The characters gave me hugs, kisses, and pictures."

Good to know

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Seuss Landing is designed mainly for toddlers with gentle rides and cute themes.

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There are opportunities to meet and take pictures with Dr. Seuss characters.

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The rides at Seuss Landing often have long lines, so plan accordingly.

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Rooftop bar offers spectacular city views and a lively atmosphere with live music and DJ sets. The space feels relaxed yet energetic, attracting groups looking to enjoy drinks and dancing. Fireworks and sunset vistas add to the unique visual experience.

Rooftop seating offers breathtaking views of Volcano Bay and surrounding areas. Fireworks and sunsets add to the spectacular atmosphere while live music plays in the background.

Rooftop seating offers breathtaking views of Volcano Bay and surrounding fireworks. The setting shines especially at sunset, with a spectacular atmosphere enhanced by live music.

People are saying

"The view from the 17th floor is simply spectacular."

"I found the food here to be amazing."

"The scenic views of Orlando and the parks from the rooftop are beautiful."

Good to know

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Reservations are not accepted, and weekends can get very busy.

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Parking costs $48 at the hotel, which adds to the overall expense.

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An 18% service charge applies for parties of six or more.

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Bar offers relaxing views of a wave pool and volcano from a shaded seating area. Atmosphere stays calm, inviting guests to enjoy drinks like delicious cocktails and specialty shots. Patrons often bring food from nearby spots, making it a casual place to unwind.

Views from the bar include a wave pool and a volcano. The setting offers a relaxing vibe to enjoy the scenery.

Great views overlook the wave pool and volcano, creating a relaxing vibe. The bar offers an amazing spot to enjoy the scenery.

People are saying

"The bar staff here make awesome drinks and hold great conversation."

"I found the cocktails at these parks to be pretty standard."

"The scenic views from the bar are amazing."

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The 20-ounce draft beer costs $12.

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Cocktails range from $15 to $18, standard for Orlando theme parks.

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The glass is reusable at the bar for about a $3 discount on the next drink.

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Hotel Landy Orlando Universal Blvd., a Tribute Portfolioโ„ข Hotel image 1

Hotel offers modern luxe design with spacious, bright rooms and gorgeous outdoor areas. Pool area features family-friendly games and a lively bar serving standout cocktails. Atmosphere feels cozy and fun, attracting guests looking for comfort and unique vibes.

Rooms offer stunning skyline views and overlook a baseball field or Universal. Floors range from 11th to 14th with clear sights of I Drive and nearby attractions.

Rooms offer stunning skyline views and overlook a baseball field or Universal. Floors from 11th to 14th provide great vantage points of the surroundings.

People are saying

"The hotel staff was so friendly and welcoming."

"The rooms have amazing views of I Drive."

"The rooms offer amazing views of the Orlando skyline."

Good to know

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The hotel charges $35 per night for parking fees.

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A daily destination fee of $15 is charged without prior notice.

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Air conditioning issues have been reported by multiple guests.

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Roller coaster offers gentle twists and drops with a storybook setting beside Hogwarts Castle. Atmosphere blends magical theming featuring Hagrid's hut and Buckbeak animatronic, creating an immersive experience. It attracts families and young children seeking an approachable, family-friendly ride.

Views from the ride highlight Hogwarts Castle and Hogsmeade village. The top of the hill offers a beautiful vantage point before the drop.

Views from the ride include Hogwarts Castle and Hogsmeade village, offering a magical and storybook-like scenery. The ride pauses at the top, providing a clear vantage point to enjoy the surroundings.

People are saying

"This ride is a great Kid Friendly option, not too tall or fast."

"I loved the nice view of Hogwarts Castle from the ride."

"The scenic views of the castle from the track are magical."

Good to know

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Expect wait times of around 30-100 minutes for this ride.

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The ride is suitable for kids 10 and under.

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The queue lacks shade, so prepare for sun exposure.

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Hotel offers spacious rooms with spectacular city views from upper floors and a quiet, comfortable atmosphere. Guests enjoy a large pool area with a bar and shuttle service to nearby theme parks. Lobby and hallways feel cramped and dated, contrasting with clean, pleasant rooms.

Rooms on higher floors offer large windows with great views of the city. The location enhances the amazing scenery visible from above the 6th floor.

Rooms on higher floors offer large windows with great views of the city. The location enhances the overall amazing views from above the 6th floor.

People are saying

"This hotel's location is perfect for visiting Universal Studios."

"The city views from the room were amazing."

"I loved the amazing city views from my room."

Good to know

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Guests must pay $15 per night for parking on the property.

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The property offers complimentary shuttles to Universal, running four times in the morning.

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Buffet breakfast is sometimes available before 11 am.

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Miniature golf course

Miniature golf course features live alligators integrated throughout imaginative holes with some set in shaded outbuildings. Atmosphere blends relaxing and exhilarating vibes with a fun, retro feel and unique photo opportunities. Visitors engage in activities like feeding and holding alligators, adding an adventurous layer to the experience.

Views include alligators, tortoises, and water features around the golf course. Interesting holes offer chances to spot wildlife while playing.

Golf holes feature interesting layouts with alligators nearby, adding a unique touch. The park offers great scenery ideal for photo taking.

People are saying

"It's so fun playing mini golf with live gators all around!"

"You can get amazing scenic views of gators while playing golf."

"Playing mini-golf with a nice view of live alligators was so cool."

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Feeding Frenzy meet and greet with the alligators occurs daily at 2pm.

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Kids can feed the alligators during the Feeding Frenzy event.

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The adventure pass includes feeding gators, taking pictures, and playing mini golf.

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Extended stay hotel

Spacious, modern apartments offer natural light and separate living areas with comfortable beds and fully equipped kitchenettes. The atmosphere stays quiet and peaceful, with pleasant pool views and a relaxing outdoor pool area. The layout resembles a luxury apartment building, providing a sense of privacy and comfort.

Rooms offer incredible views including sights of Universal's Islands of Adventure and fireworks over Universal Studios. Balconies provide a nice pool view and add to the overall scenic experience.

Rooms offer incredible views including sights of Universal's Islands of Adventure. Balconies provide a nice pool view and add to the overall experience.

People are saying

"Yashika at the hotel front desk made our stay easier and more pleasurable."

"It's so quiet and clean here."

"The location is perfect, minutes from everything and walkable."

Good to know

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Parking costs $15 per night, but it's free with a direct booking.

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The hotel is centrally located, providing easy access to parks and attractions.

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Rooms are spacious and clean, suitable for families.

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Resort hotel offers spacious, beautifully remodeled rooms with breathtaking views of Universal parks and a large lake. The atmosphere is quiet and laid-back, with a heated pool and hot tub surrounded by well-maintained outdoor courts and playgrounds. Secure key card access and an open-door bar by the pool add to the relaxed, safe environment.

Views from high floors offer breathtaking cityscapes and lake vistas. The setting includes a BBQ service that complements the scenery.

Views from the hotel include lake scenes and a cityscape that feels magical. The 18th floor offers a breathtaking perspective over Universal's Hogwarts and beyond.

People are saying

"This hotel's location is excellent, super close to Universal parks."

"The view from my room was absolutely breathtaking."

"The views from the hotel were absolutely breathtaking."

Good to know

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Expect a $72.44 resort fee for parking and internet, not disclosed at check-in.

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Wifi is unreliable, especially on the 11th floor.

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The hot water in the bathroom is more warm than hot.

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Hotel offers spacious rooms with quiet atmosphere and beautiful lake views. Amenities include large pool, two hot tubs, gym, and on-site restaurant. Location provides easy access to nearby theme parks and convention center.

Rooms on the 6th and 8th floors offer incredible lake views. Water view king bed rooms are nicely sized and provide beautiful scenery.

Rooms on the 6th and 8th floors offer incredible lake views. Water view king bed rooms provide a nicely sized space with awesome scenery.

People are saying

"The hotel staff, especially Ivo, was so friendly and helpful."

"The room had an amazing, priceless view."

"The room had an amazing, priceless view."

Good to know

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The hotel offers happy hour at its on-site restaurant.

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Children aged 15 and 13 stay free at the hotel.

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The hotel is close to Universal Studios and the Orange County Convention Center.

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High-speed roller coaster features sharp turns, sudden drops, and dinosaur animatronics that create a thrilling atmosphere. The queue includes detailed theming with videos and realistic raptors that build tension before the ride. The ride offers a breathtaking view from the top hat and a unique blend of excitement and immersive Jurassic Park elements.

The view from the top hat offers a breathtaking panorama. The VelociCoaster provides amazing views of the park and lake, combining speed with scenic sights.

Views from the top hat offer a breathtaking panorama of the park and lake. The ride features amazing scenery along the queue and delivers a mix of speed and twists with mostly blurred but nice views.

People are saying

"The VelociCoaster is the best ride in these parks."

"This ride is so fun and thrilling, I recommend it."

"The ride's speed and inversions offer a nice view, though it's mostly a blur."

Good to know

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Staying at a Universal hotel gives early park access and shorter wait times.

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Expect long wait times; the VelociCoaster can have waits over 50 minutes.

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The single-rider line is about twice as fast as the normal line.

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Spacious resort with tropical landscaping and a large open lobby creates a relaxing atmosphere. Heated pool with slide and hot tub offers a standout amenity, complemented by frequent boat and shuttle access to nearby parks. Quiet surroundings and detailed design provide a true getaway vibe.

People are saying

"The hotel staff's service was attentive and welcoming."

"The staff's warm, attentive care made for a truly nice view of the experience."

"The staff's warm, attentive care made the scenic views feel even more special."

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Parking costs $54 per day with no hourly parking available.

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The hotel hosts special events during the holidays.

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Karaoke moments happen at the pool bar during the evenings.

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Park offers lake views and green grass with facilities like playground, basketball court, and fishing piers. Atmosphere stays quiet and peaceful, with people mostly keeping to themselves. It suits families and those looking to relax or enjoy outdoor activities.

Water views stand out with great vistas that feel open and calming. The scenery offers a pretty outlook that draws attention.

Water views stand out with great vistas that feel open and calming. The scenery offers a pretty outlook that draws attention.

People are saying

"I found the parks here to be nice, clean, and quiet."

"I loved the great water view here."

"I loved the great water view here."

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George Barker Park has benches, grills, a playground, and two piers for fishing.

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The park has easy access and good parking available.

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The bathroom facilities are surprisingly clean for a public park.

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Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites image 1

Hotel offers spacious, clean rooms with beautiful theming and quiet atmosphere. Amenities include a large outdoor pool with walk-up bar, Starbucks, and a mini-market. Shuttle service and early park entry support easy access to nearby attractions.

Rooms offer great views of the parks. Some guests receive upgraded views for special occasions like birthdays.

Rooms offer great views of the parks. Some guests receive free upgrades to even better views during special occasions.

People are saying

"I found the hotel to be great and budget-friendly."

"I enjoyed the beautiful view of the lake from my room."

"The scenic views from my room overlooking the pool were beautiful."

Good to know

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Parking costs $26 per day, so budget accordingly.

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The resort offers free shuttle buses to Universal parks.

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Guests enjoy early admission to Universal Studios before general opening hours.

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Amusement park ride

Suspended ride offers gentle gliding through prehistoric scenery with beautiful aerial views of Jurassic Park. It feels peaceful and breezy, designed specifically for children under 9 accompanied by adults. Long waits occur due to limited seating and short ride duration.

Gliding high above offers beautiful aerial views of Jurassic Park. These views are unique and not found elsewhere in the park.

Gliding high above offers beautiful aerial views of Jurassic Park. These views are unique and not found elsewhere in the park.

People are saying

"This ride is a gentle, kid-friendly glide with amazing aerial views."

"It's a unique, gentle ride that feels like flying with beautiful aerial views."

"It's a gentle yet exciting ride, perfect for younger guests."

Good to know

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Children under 9 years old must be accompanied by an adult on the ride.

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Kids under 36 inches must ride with an adult, who sits behind them.

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The ride lasts about a minute and a half to two minutes.

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Rosen Inn Closest to Universal image 1

Older hotel with spacious rooms and motel-style exterior doors offers a quiet, safe atmosphere despite proximity to a busy road. Free shuttle service to Universal Studios and gated 24-hour security support convenience and peace of mind. On-site dining includes a hibachi and sushi restaurant, adding variety to the experience.

Rooms offer spectacular views of the Volcano Bay volcano and the pool area. Location provides a great vantage point right in the heart of local tourism.

Rooms on higher floors offer a spectacular view of the Volcano Bay volcano and the pool area. Location sits right in the heart of things, providing a great view of local tourism from the room.

People are saying

"The hotel rooms were consistently clean and well-organized."

"It's surprisingly quiet, even next to the elevator."

"I loved the excellent, beautiful sunrise view from my clean room."

Good to know

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Free shuttle service to Universal Studios and Epic Universe is available.

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The hotel charges $10 per day for parking.

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There are no resort fees at this hotel.

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Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando image 1

Resort offers a tropical paradise atmosphere with Polynesian charm and beautiful grounds featuring a large pool and water taxi access. The vibe is calm and peaceful, with quiet nature walks and inviting, well-themed spaces. Guests enjoy express passes and early park entry, making it a popular choice for families and theme park visitors.

Rooms offer pool and theme park views, including rides like Hulk and Velocicoaster. The walkway to the lobby features an amazing water feature that sets a relaxing tone. Taking the boat to the parks provides a nice way to enjoy the scenery.

Rooms offer pool and theme park views, including rides like Hulk and Velocicoaster. The walkway to the lobby features an amazing water feature that creates a strong first impression. Taking a boat to the parks provides a nice way to enjoy the scenery.

People are saying

"The Hotel staff's hospitality and responsiveness were truly impressive."

"It's a short walk to the parks and CityWalk."

"It's a gorgeous walk to the parks and CityWalk."

Good to know

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The Saturday night luau features fantastic food and an unforgettable show.

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Self parking costs $35 per day.

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The resort offers express unlimited passes for every guest, saving money on park entry.

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Hotel offers spacious, modern rooms with quiet, clean surroundings despite proximity to a busy road. Amenities include a heated pool, well-equipped gym, and convenient parking. The atmosphere feels comfortable and cared-for, suitable for families and travelers seeking a peaceful stay near major attractions.

Rooms offer great views of the park and surrounding area. Watching rollercoasters at night adds a lively touch to the peaceful, spotless rooms.

Rooms offer great views of the park and surrounding area. Watching rollercoasters at night adds a greenish glow from the parks staying open late.

People are saying

"The Hotel staff here are fantastic and attentive."

"The rooms felt clean and modern."

"It's a short walk to Universal Studios and other shopping."

Good to know

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The hotel charges $3 for parking at checkout.

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Breakfast is served ร  la carte from 6 AM to 12 PM.

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The hotel is steps away from Universal Studios.

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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Orlando Resort & Suites Intl Drive image 1

Large hotel offers lake views and a quiet atmosphere with secure access. Spacious rooms include compact kitchens and some have exterior doors like a motel. Amenities feature heated pools, hot tubs, and a rooftop bar with city views.

Rooms offer stunning lake views through floor-to-ceiling windows. The executive club on the top floor features a private pool and hot tub with a great panoramic view of the lake.

Rooms offer stunning lake views through floor-to-ceiling windows. The executive club on top features a private pool and hot tub with a great view.

People are saying

"The lake view from the room was stunning."

"The breakfast included bread for toast and a pancake machine."

"The lake view from the room was stunning and spectacular."

Good to know

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Breakfast is served daily at 6:30 a.m., best to arrive by 7 a.m.

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The hotel offers a VIP area with special snacks every day at 5 p.m.

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Parking is available, but the lot is small and can be unhelpful at night.

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