In Universal Orlando® Resort;
In a nutshell
Take a Vacation from the Ordinary and stay on site at the luxurious Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, the exciting Hard Rock Hotel, or the exotic Loews Royal Pacific Resort.
Non drivers
Take our convenient FREE transfer coach from the airport to any Universal Orlando Resort hotel. If you still require your car, Dollar will pick you up the next morning at a time convenient to you, and take you to the nearest depot to pick up your included car.
All Universal Orlando Resort hotels are within walking distance of the Universal theme parks and serviced by COMPLIMENTARY shuttle or water taxi. To explore further, a short walk from the hotel will take you to the local I-Ride trolley bus stop. Alternatively, see a member of our resort team in Orlando and they can arrange any number of great value transfer vouchers to take you between your hotel and all the attractions you want to visit.
Or opt to arrive in style
From as little as £160
Particularly apt if you are staying at the Hard Rock Hotel - our limo transfers are hugely popular. Stretch out in one of these amazing vehicles and arrive at your hotel in film-star style. Go on, you're worth it!
All limo prices are per round trip for a min of 2 people. Limos take a max of 8 people excluding luggage. The boot fits 4 large suitcases and 2 pieces of hand luggage. If your party has more luggage, you will need to book an additional taxi.
Getting there
Flight Details - You fly direct non-stop to Orlando international airport from Gatwick, Manchester or Glasgow with award-winning Virgin Atlantic. Easily the best way to get here!
Flight Time - Approx 9 hours
Time Difference - GMT -5 hours
Distance - Approx 15 miles from Orlando International airport.
Driving Time - 20-min drive from airport.
*On-site hotel privileges are only available to hotel guests, as indicated on the room key card. Paid theme park admission required. Some attractions excluded. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Additional restrictions may apply. Subject to change and may operate seasonally.
Handy stuff
Did you know?
You can beat the crowds at the theme parks, by walking around them in an anticlockwise direction? It sounds mad, but trust us, it's everyone's natural instinct to go the other way!
Additional info
Family Fun
There are so many on-site facilities at all the hotels to keep the kids entertained after a day in the park! Each hotel has its own kids' club with a full range of daily activities (local charge). Even better, they provide an evening service, too!
Spa and Golf
After a day at the parks, The Mandara Spa at Portofino Bay Hotel is a sanctuary where you can rejuvenate (local charge). Guests can also enjoy COMPLIMENTARY transportation and exclusive offers at some of the area's finest golf courses.
Eats and Drinks
Our particular favourites are Mama Della's Ristorante at the Portofino Bay Hotel or the Kitchen at the Hard Rock Hotel, where the bartender mixes a mean cocktail!
Universal Express Ride Access
Guests staying at Universal hotels enjoy UNIVERSAL EXPRESS ride access. Enjoy theme park rides and attractions without having to wait in the normal queues. Once inside the park, present your room key card at each attraction*.