Universal Endless Summer Resort-Surfside Inn and Suites

Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando

Virgin rating

The hotel

With a chilled beach vibe and a lakefront setting, Universal's Surfside Inn and Suites boasts rates for even the most budget-conscious guests. Your room will have a relaxed feel, and there's even larger suites to sleep all the family. You'll enjoy exclusive benefits like Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal's Volcano Bay (select attractions, valid theme park admission required), and complimentary transportation to and from all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk.

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Universal Orlando Resort

Where is it

Just a quick, complimentary shuttle bus ride away from all three Universal Orlando theme parks. Transfer time from airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

750 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, 43" flat-screen TV, telephone, alarm clock, mini-fridge, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and complimentary WiFi access. 

Standard Rooms feature 2 queen-size beds sleeping maximum 4 persons.

Pool View rooms have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 persons. 

2-Bedroom Suites feature a kitchenette with microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker and picnic-style dining table. The first bedroom has 2 queen-sized beds, and the second has 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 6 persons.

  • Book 7 nights or more for travel before 31 Dec '25 and receive up to 30% off your accommodation rates. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

Complimentary transportation to all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Self-parking $19 plus tax, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

Beach Break Cafe (food Court offering a selection of cuisine styles). Sand Bar (poolside bar)^. Starbucks®. Surfside pizza delivery service (available during select hours). 

Poolside family activities. 

Swimming pool with kids' splash area. Fitness centre. Games room*.

Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal's Volcano Bay (select attractions, ticket required). Resort-wide charging privileges with your room key. Complimentary merchandise delivery to your hotel from shops across Universal. Universal Vacation Planning Centre. Complimentary WiFi. Wake-up calls from one of your favourite Universal Orlando characters. Universal Studios store. Laundry service*. 

WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s23)

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: One person must be 21 years or over in the room to check in.

^ Must be 21+ with a valid photo ID to consume alcoholic beverages.

†Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal’s Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

© 2023 Starbucks Coffee Company. All rights reserved.

© 2023 UCF Hotel Venture V. UNIVERSAL TM & © Universal Studios. ENDLESS SUMMER registered trademarks, Bruce Brown Films, LLC. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2023 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unfriendly to solo travelers

Nov 20, 2024 Jill H

The good: They let me checkin early, rooms are spacious, facilities are good. The bad: USB chargers don’t work in the room, a light didn’t work, extractor fan didn’t work, bathroom door lock didn’t work, it takes great strength to turn the handle to work the shower. The worse: the guy on the ticket desk made snide remarks about solo travelers. I… Read more
The good: They let me checkin early, rooms are spacious, facilities are good. The bad: USB chargers don’t work in the room, a light didn’t work, extractor fan didn’t work, bathroom door lock didn’t work, it takes great strength to turn the handle to work the shower. The worse: the guy on the ticket desk made snide remarks about solo travelers. I went to the sand bar, the barman was friendly and got me a stool but as soon as I sat down the girl near me dragged her stool away obviously not wanting to talk to me which is fine but she made me uncomfortable for no reason. The bar man continued to chat to her, it would’ve been kinder to talk to me and make me feel welcome after seeing that interaction, I felt intimidated drank my beer quickly and left. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good budget hotel

Nov 17, 2024 SheilaM964 Liverpool, United Kingdom

Stayed in several hotels in Orlando but I would go back to this one. Convenient for shops and places to eat breakfast. We did eat a couple of times in the hotel and it was reasonably priced with a few vegetarian options. The rooms were adequate and comfortable. We were a family of 4 with 2 grown up children.Beds were comfortable. I didn't have… Read more
Stayed in several hotels in Orlando but I would go back to this one. Convenient for shops and places to eat breakfast. We did eat a couple of times in the hotel and it was reasonably priced with a few vegetarian options. The rooms were adequate and comfortable. We were a family of 4 with 2 grown up children.Beds were comfortable. I didn't have problem with bedding as it was 35c so didn't really require blankets. I noticed Walgreens across the road sold fleece throws for a couple of dollars. I bought cereal to have breakfast some mornings but as other people have said the plastic dishes and spoons are rubbish but this is common in America they don't seem to care about plastic waste ☹️ The area was fine not my favourite part of the I Drive but the I Trolley stopped outside and we went to Icon park most evenings. The trolley stops outside the carpark and you can take a shortcut through there to get to the hotel if the little gate is shut . Drinks at the bar were very expensive. Altogether this is a good hotel well placed for visiting universal. Amenities are good and everywhere was clean. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The perfect hotel for Universal and Orlando Vacation

Nov 15, 2024 Tim P

Great Orlando Hotel. Clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, Starbucks in the lobby, free shuttles to universal studios, huge pool, great game room and activities. On top of all that a great value and competitive price. We had an excellent stay here and can't wait to come back!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating We had an awesome time

Oct 31, 2024 Andrewhu1966 Manchester, United Kingdom

Second time we have stayed at this hotel and it has everything that you will need for your stay in Orlando. The facilities are great, the pool is great, there is a shop, bar, Gym and a Starbucks on site. There isn't a fancy restaurant but there is an area where you can order food both for Breakfast, Dinner and Tea and sit down and eat what you… Read more
Second time we have stayed at this hotel and it has everything that you will need for your stay in Orlando. The facilities are great, the pool is great, there is a shop, bar, Gym and a Starbucks on site. There isn't a fancy restaurant but there is an area where you can order food both for Breakfast, Dinner and Tea and sit down and eat what you ordered, eat outside or take it back to you room. The choice is not bad and does change daily. However you are not far from fast food outlets and some restaurants which you can walk too. Last time we booked adjoining rooms which was great, this time we thought we would upgrade to a suite ... not really worth it. The room was bigger and had 3 double beds with one in a separate room within the suite. But there was only one small single wardrobe and one toilet and shower, so for 5 adults and one 16 year old, there was often a queue to use them. And without enough wardrobes we found ourselves living out of our suitcases. That aside, we had a good time and the free transport to the universal parks was a blessing. This is our 7th time holidaying in Florida and i am going to do a separate review with my top 10 tips for getting the best from this holiday ... keep a look out on Trip Advisor ... coming soon Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Surprised!

Oct 23, 2024 travelwithkels

I stayed in at Universal's Endless Summer Resort last weekend. It was a last minute decision and was at the lower end of the price options for parks so I gave it a whirl. I was so so surprised by how awesome it was. We had a 2 bedroom suite and ate in the little dining hall area. Food was great, stay was comfy, it was clean, and the staff was… Read more
I stayed in at Universal's Endless Summer Resort last weekend. It was a last minute decision and was at the lower end of the price options for parks so I gave it a whirl. I was so so surprised by how awesome it was. We had a 2 bedroom suite and ate in the little dining hall area. Food was great, stay was comfy, it was clean, and the staff was helpful. Would recommend others stay there! Read less