Enjoy vibrant, retro-style with rooms and suites brilliantly designed for family-sized fun and affordability. Relax and play, surrounded by amazing iconic architecture inspired by classic Florida beach resorts of the 1950s and 60s. Two towers offer the best views of Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park. You’ll enjoy endless family fun with two massive pools including a water slide and a lazy river, 10-lane bowling alley*, and Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal’s Volcano Bay up to one hour before the theme parks open (select attractions, valid theme park admission required). The whole family can stay comfortably in family suites that sleep up to six, complete with a kitchenette, or relax in one of the hotel’s standard rooms that sleep up to four. You're just a short walk to Universal's Volcano Bay and a quick, free shuttle ride to Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure, as well as Universal CityWalk entertainment complex.
Amenities
Wheelchair access
Families
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Games Room
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Close to Universal Orlando Resort
Where is it
Just a short walk to Universal's Volcano Bay water theme park, and Universal's Citywalk via a guided path, or a short hop on the shuttle to all Universal parks. Transfer time from airport: 20 minutes.
Hotel information
2,200 total rooms. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi, HDTV, mini-fridge, hairdryer, coffee machine, safe, and iron and ironing board.
Standard Rooms are 300 sq ft and have views of the courtyard and pool, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Volcano Bay View Standard Rooms have amazing views of Universal's Volcano Bay, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Poolside Standard Rooms have views of the courtyard and pool, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Family Suite - Exterior Entry are 430 sq ft and have a living area separated by sliding partition, a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave and sink, outdoor access with your own exterior entry, and 2 queen-size beds plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 6 people.
Family Suite - Interior Entry are as above, but with access from the interior hallway only.
Poolside Family Suite - Exterior Entry are 430 sq ft and have an exterior entrance, pool views, living area separated by sliding partition, a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave and sink, and 2 queen-size beds plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 6 people.
Poolside Family Suite - Interior Entry are as above, but with an interior entrance only.
Volcano Bay View 2-Bedroom Suites are 772 sq ft and have amazing views of Universal's Volcano Bay, living area separated by sliding partition, a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave and sink, 2 bedrooms; one with 1 queen-size bed and one with 2 double beds, plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 8 people.
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.
Exclusive Virgin Benefit - Travel until 31st Dec 2024 and receive - Complimentary
self-parking (saving $18 per day) - Guaranteed late check-out available until
1.00pm - Float away with two complimentary inflatable rubber rings per room,
for use on the lazy river - Complimentary welcome drink (for guests age 21 or
older, valid photo ID may be required. Guests under 21 years will receive a
non-alcoholic drink voucher). Any applicable offers have been calculated into
the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable
Complimentary transportation by shuttle buses or you can walk along guided paths to all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Self-parking $23 per night plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).
Bayliner Diner (food court with 4 unique food stations including grab ‘n go items). Galaxy Bowl Restaurant (casual table service in an old-school bowling alley). The Hideaway Bar & Grille and Atomic Tonic (poolside bars serving snacks and drinks^). Swizzle Lounge (lobby bar). Shakes Malt Shoppe (serving smoothies, sundaes and more). Starbucks®. Limited pizza delivery*.
2 swimming pools, including a fun, interactive water play area for the kids, lazy river. poolside cabanas*, and waterslide. 10-lane bowling alley*. Fitness centre. Game room*. Poolside games and activities.
Resort-wide charging privileges with your room key. Complimentary merchandise delivery to your hotel from shops across Universal. Universal Studios Store. Universal Vacation Planning Centre. Complimentary WiFi. Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal's Volcano Bay (select attractions, ticket required). Laundry service*.
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.
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.
We spent 7 nights in the two bedroom Volcano bay suite at Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort and would happily stay here again. The room was spacious and comfortable, though the furniture was showing some ware and tear.
The staff were friendly, the food at Bayliner Diner had great options (including HEALTHY ones like make-your-own fruit bowls and…
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We spent 7 nights in the two bedroom Volcano bay suite at Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort and would happily stay here again. The room was spacious and comfortable, though the furniture was showing some ware and tear.
The staff were friendly, the food at Bayliner Diner had great options (including HEALTHY ones like make-your-own fruit bowls and salads), and the amenities like multiple swimming pools, hot tubs, lazy rivers were fantastic. There were often characters wandering around the lobby available for photos (like Scooby Doo and King Julien.)
The bus transportation was frequent and comfortable. You do get early access to the Park by staying here.
Overall, fantastic value for money! I reccomend.
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Can't wait to come back
Nov 18, 2024Sian P
We love this hotel. We've stayed twice and would always come back to this hotel.
The rooms are spacious with everything you could need.
The best bit is having Volcano Bay as your back garden and the early entry to all 3 parks.
My one small issue is the Starbucks within the hotel, the staff were rude and several times got our order wrong. I know…
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We love this hotel. We've stayed twice and would always come back to this hotel.
The rooms are spacious with everything you could need.
The best bit is having Volcano Bay as your back garden and the early entry to all 3 parks.
My one small issue is the Starbucks within the hotel, the staff were rude and several times got our order wrong. I know this isn't the fault of the hotel but it's within the hotel
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Excellent stay!
Nov 17, 2024Amanda DMacedonia, Ohio
My husband and I both work remotely and thought it would be fun to skip out on another gray week up North and spend it within the glow of Universal Studios Orlando. We love Cabana Bay and stay here at least once a year. The location is great, easy access to US & IoA,along with Volcano Bay. Rooms are clean,and have great amenities. Staff is beyond…
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My husband and I both work remotely and thought it would be fun to skip out on another gray week up North and spend it within the glow of Universal Studios Orlando. We love Cabana Bay and stay here at least once a year. The location is great, easy access to US & IoA,along with Volcano Bay. Rooms are clean,and have great amenities. Staff is beyond friendly and helpful
From check in on, you feel welcomed.
We hose a family suite since we'd both be setting up our remote office, and we had plenty of space. Wifi was fine when the hotel was less busy, but near the weekend,it got a little slow and we had to use hit spots.
But what better way to wrap a work day than to stroll along a path and spend your evening riding roller coasters and eating brookies?
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Highly recommend, great hotel
Nov 16, 2024Paradise54726676399Carver, Massachusetts
This resort is wonderful, we’ve stayed here a total of 3 times and have enjoyed every experience.
The staff is very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere is great, it has the luxury hotel feel at a moderate price.
Both pools are great, we did enjoy the side with the lazy river much more, some days they had employees there running children’s…
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This resort is wonderful, we’ve stayed here a total of 3 times and have enjoyed every experience.
The staff is very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere is great, it has the luxury hotel feel at a moderate price.
Both pools are great, we did enjoy the side with the lazy river much more, some days they had employees there running children’s games in the pool area, which was great for our child, they were very entertained the whole time, as well as won some prizes.
I woud and have recommended this resort to anyone I know that is headed to the universal area.
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Great location, pool was lovely but a little outdated.
Nov 16, 2024KateNed11Isle of Man, United Kingdom
This hotel is in a great location for the parks. Plenty of shuttle buses to take you to the park or you could take a 20 minute walk. The hotel itself fells a little run down though our room was good but the shower was none existent. Our view from the room was awesome of the pool and Volcano Bay. There are two pools. We were in the Americana block…
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This hotel is in a great location for the parks. Plenty of shuttle buses to take you to the park or you could take a 20 minute walk. The hotel itself fells a little run down though our room was good but the shower was none existent. Our view from the room was awesome of the pool and Volcano Bay. There are two pools. We were in the Americana block just by the lazy river. This pool was the better of the two but it does depend on which room you book. The hour early admission is only for Island of Adventures and not for Universal Studios but to be fair, it was so quiet at both parks, we were done by mid day - mid afternoon. The food options were rubbish (my opinion) as it wasn’t a restaurant, it was just a massive room with table and chairs and you pick what you want. Not my type of dinning so only ate there once.
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Amazing value - would return!
