Universal CityWalk0.0 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
Universal CityWalk is a 30-acre open-air district of dining, shopping and entertainment at the heart of Universal Orlando Resort. You can walk in without a theme park ticket, so it suits park guests looking for dinner as well as locals and visitors out for a night of food, mini-golf, a movie or live music.
Universal Islands of Adventure is a theme park in Orlando, part of Universal Orlando Resort, split into eight themed islands built mostly around film, TV, comic and book properties. It suits thrill seekers and fans who want to step into favorite stories, and it also has a long list of family-friendly attractions.
Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a hotel inside the Universal Orlando area, within walking distance of the theme parks and CityWalk. With family suites that sleep up to six, two big pools and a bowling alley in the lobby, it suits families and groups planning a few days at the parks.
0.1 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
Hollywood Drive-In Golf is a miniature golf venue inside Universal CityWalk Orlando with two 18-hole courses themed to 1950s horror and science fiction films. The courses are family friendly and built to be silly, so it suits players of all ages looking for an easy hour or two of fun.
Universal's Great Movie Escape is a pair of escape-room style adventures at Universal CityWalk, themed on Jurassic World and Back to the Future. One guide recommends it as a date-night outing for couples, and difficulty and group size can be adjusted to fit your party.
Fun Spot America Orlando is a family-run amusement park on the north end of International Drive, with roller coasters, go-karts, family rides, arcades and a reptile exhibit. It suits families looking for a flexible day out, from small kids on the splash pad to thrill-seekers on the SkyCoaster.
Congo River Golf on International Drive is an 18-hole miniature golf course with an African jungle theme, a few minutes' drive from Universal Orlando. It suits families, couples and visitors of all ages looking for an easy hour or so of play, day or night.
0.5 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
Hyatt House across from Universal Orlando is an extended-stay hotel and Universal Partner Hotel on Caravan Court, with suites that mostly include a full kitchen and separate living room. It suits families and travelers spending their days at Universal's parks who want space to spread out and a free shuttle to the gates.
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is a bayfront resort on Universal's grounds, built to look like the Italian seaside town of Portofino. It's family-friendly and also suits business and leisure travellers who want to stay close to the parks.
Hard Rock Hotel0.3 mi from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
Hard Rock Hotel is one of Universal Orlando Resort's on-property hotels, run by Loews and styled after California missions with rock-music memorabilia throughout. It's an upscale, family-friendly base within walking distance of both Universal parks and CityWalk. Theme park benefits make it a strong pick for people who plan to spend their days riding.
Universal Aventura Hotel is a 600-room hotel inside Universal Orlando Resort, with a glass tower and a sleek, minimal look that sets it apart from the more heavily themed Universal hotels. Universal's own guide says it suits families, couples and budget-minded groups who want a stylish place to relax between park days.
Hyatt Place Orlando/Universal is a hotel of about 150 rooms on Caravan Court, roughly a 15-minute walk or 3-minute drive from the Universal Orlando Resort entrance. It suits families heading to the Universal parks who want breakfast included, a pool for downtime and room layouts with space for everyone.
This Holiday Inn & Suites is an IHG hotel on International Drive, directly across the road from Universal Studios Florida, and is listed as a Universal partner hotel. It positions itself as a family-friendly base, with two-bedroom suites, kids' pool facilities and a free scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Aquatica.
Orlando International Drive North Hotel is a 192-room, family-friendly hotel on International Drive North, a short drive from Universal Studios and Universal CityWalk. It suits families and theme park visitors who want a year-round pool, included breakfast and a shuttle to the parks.
Doubletree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal is a large, family-friendly hotel on Major Blvd. in Orlando, an Official Universal Orlando Partner Hotel within walking distance of the Universal parks and CityWalk. It suits families and anyone planning a theme park trip who wants easy park access and a pool to come back to.
Clarion Inn & Suites sits in Orlando's Florida Center neighborhood, within walking distance of Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure. It suits families planning theme park days and groups traveling together, with suites that sleep up to six.
Residence Inn Near Universal Orlando is an all-suite hotel about 0.7 miles from Universal Orlando, in the International Drive area. With full kitchens, separate lounge areas and free breakfast, it suits families or anyone staying more than a night or two.
An all-suite hotel near Universal and International Drive in Orlando, where standard suites come with a kitchen and free breakfast is included. It suits families, longer stays and anyone who wants room to cook and spread out between park days.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Universal Orlando is a family-friendly hotel on Vineland Road, about a five-minute drive from Universal Orlando Resort. It suits theme park visitors who want included breakfast, free parking and a free shuttle to the parks.
Wingate by Wyndham on Windhover Drive is a mid-sized hotel beside Interstate 4 in Orlando's International Drive area, about half a mile from Universal's theme parks and CityWalk. It suits families and groups heading to the parks, as well as convention-goers who want daily breakfast, a pool and a 24-hour business center.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Uni is an 11-story, all non-smoking hotel about a mile from Universal Studios Florida, with a free scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld. It suits theme park visitors and families who want an easy base with hot breakfast included and a heated pool for downtime.
TownePlace Suites Orlando Southwest Near is an extended-stay, all-suite hotel near International Drive, just southwest of Interstate 4. Full kitchens, on-site laundry and easy access to SeaWorld, Universal and the Premium Outlets make it a practical base for families, longer trips and anyone who wants room to spread out.
Extended Stay America-Orlando Theme Park is an all-suite extended-stay hotel in Orlando's International Drive area. With kitchens in the studio suites, on-site laundry and pet-friendly rooms, it suits anyone staying for weeks rather than a night or two.
Extended Stay Deluxe Universal is a hotel on Vineland Road in Orlando, close to Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld, Walt Disney World and the Orange County Convention Center. Rooms come with full kitchens, so it suits families and anyone who wants to cook for themselves between park days or conference sessions.