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Hotel Overview

5800 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32819

Universal's Hard Rock Hotel offers guests exclusive theme park benefits and rock-and-roll-inspired accommodations in Orlando. This 4-star hotel features a resort-style swimming pool, multiple on-site dining options, and a lively atmosphere perfect for families and music lovers. Guests enjoy free Universal Express Unlimited access to skip lines at theme parks.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Universal's Hard Rock Hotel are equipped with modern amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen HDTVs, and Nespresso coffee machines. Family accommodations such as the Future Rock Star Suite feature a separate area for kids and themed decor. Select rooms offer garden or pool views.

Dining & Events

Dining options include The Kitchen, which serves New American cuisine; Palm Restaurant, known for its prime beef and lobster; and the casual Beachclub poolside bar & grill. The hotel also features the Velvet Bar for cocktails and Emack & Bolio's Marketplace for quick grab-and-go items. Events like Wine Riffs present curated pairings of food, wine, and music.

Recreation & Leisure

The resort features a palm-lined swimming pool with underwater music, two hot tubs, and a children's splash area, promoting leisure and recreation. Guests can also rent exclusive cabanas equipped with modern amenities for a relaxing day by the pool. The Body Rock Fitness Center is available for workouts.

Business Services & Transportation

Universal's Hard Rock Hotel provides extensive meeting spaces with over 6000 square feet of flexible function areas, ideal for corporate events and celebrations. The full-service Business Center and concierge services ensure all business needs are met. Free shuttle transportation connects guests to nearby attractions.

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Rooms for singles, families, or groups—many with breakfast, free cancellation, and exclusive airport packages
Standard View Room Includes ^ Universal Express Unlimited
Max:
4 persons
380 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Coffee machine
Heating
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Pool view room Includes ^ Universal Express Unlimited
Max:
4 persons
380 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Pool view
Coffee machine
Heating
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Garden View Room Includes ^ Universal Express Unlimited
Max:
4 persons
380 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Garden view
Coffee machine
Heating
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How to Navigate the City

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City Centre
Orlando 6.3 mi
Airports
Orlando Executive (ORL) 12.1 mi
Orlando International (MCO) 13.7 mi
Train
Church Street Station 6.7 mi
Woodsmere Sub-Station 7.0 mi

Facilities

Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Services to Enhance Your Layover

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Water slides
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location & Directions

5800 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32819
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5800 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32819
Nearby
6000 Universal Blvd
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
1600 ft
Parking area
Universal Studios Orlando Parking Garage
1700 ft
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Universal Globe
1300 ft
6000 Universal Blvd
The Simpsons Ride
1300 ft
Curious George Play Area
700 ft
Orlando
Animal Actors
1100 ft
Orlando
Kang & Kodos' Twirl 'n' Hurl
1400 ft
42 Plaza of the Stars
Shrek 4-D
1400 ft
6000 Universal Blvd
Men in Black Alien Attack
1600 ft
Orlando
Fast & Furious Supercharged
1700 ft
Orlando
The Knight Bus
1700 ft
Restaurants
The Kitchen
200 ft
5800 Universal Blvd Hard Rock Hotel
Beach Club
4400 ft
5800 Universal Blvd
Bar American
1300 ft
5601 Universal Blvd
Hard Rock Cafe
5200 ft
6050 Universal Blvd Suite 99
Cafe La Bamba
1300 ft
1000 Universal Studios Plz Universal Studios Florida
Krusty Burger
900 ft
Universal Studios Florida Universal Studios
Kohola Reef Restaurant and Social Club
2900 ft
6000 Universal Blvd
Chez Alcatraz
2900 ft
6000 Universal Blvd Universal Studios
Today Cafe
4200 ft
7025 Rodeo Dr Universal Studios
Fusion Bistro Sushi and Sake Bar
4300 ft
6000 Universal Blvd

Real Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Previous Guests Had to Say
92%
enjoyed their stay and would return
9.2/10
Perfect
Rooms
8.8
Location
10.0
Service
9.8
Dining
7.5
Guest reviews
9.2/10
based on 5 reviews
4.5/5 based on 10091 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 2351 reviews
#47 of 348 hotels in Orlando based on Tripadvisor
Matthew
United States, September  2024
9.0/10

This hotel was a fantastic choice for our family vacation. The location is perfect for Universal, and the staff made our stay so enjoyable.

Rooms
9.0
Our room was clean and comfortable, although the beds are so comfortable I can see why they sell the sheets in the gift shop
Service
10.0
The staff were amazing. They were always friendly, helpful, and eager to assist us with anything we needed.
Location
10.0
The hotel's proximity to Universal Studios and CityWalk was very nice. The walking path the most though, the landscaping along the way is SO beautiful.
Dining
7.0
We ate mostly at CityWalk, but the hotel's food options were adequate. Breakfast was roughly $ 23 each at the time so when you added in tip you were looking at $ 55 for a couple hence why we did n't do this all the time as it really adds up
Facilities
9.0
The pool was great, especially after a long day at the parks, and the express passes were a huge bonus.
Frank
United States, September  2024
10.0/10

Awesome location, great for families, and the express passes were worth every penny! I would totally go back.

Rooms
10.0
Rooms were very clean and lots of space, beds were comfortable.
Service
10.0
The staff were amazing, so helpful and friendly, even with our last-minute dog situation.
Location
10.0
Unbeatable location, very close to the park, and so convenient to CityWalk.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was good, and the poolside food was decent.
Facilities
10.0
The pool was fantastic! Plenty of space, great for families, and fun activities.
Sarah
United States, June  2024
10.0/10

Our honeymoon was perfect thanks to this hotel! The attention to detail was amazing. The express passes saved us so much time!

Rooms
10.0
Our room was fine, beautifully decorated, and incredibly comfortable. The bathroom was bigger than my master bedroom at home.
Service
10.0
The staff went above and beyond to make our anniversary special. They were attentive and helpful throughout our stay.
Location
10.0
The location was ideal, a short walk to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.
Dining
9.0
The breakfast was delicious, and the poolside bar had wonderful food for snacks, highly recommend the taco nachos.
Facilities
10.0
The pool was amazing, and the express passes were an very nice perk.
Susan
United States, May  2024
9.0/10

My family and I had a fantastic time! The staff were incredibly helpful, the location was perfect for Universal, and the express passes were a lifesaver.

Rooms
8.0
Our room was clean and spacious enough for our family. The closet was adequate with many hangers, a hair dryer, and robes.
Service
10.0
Everyone we encountered, from check-in to the pool staff, were so friendly and helpful. Check-out was a breeze!
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect for going to Universal. Easy to walk to-and-from park or by water taxi.
Dining
5.0
We didn't eat at the hotel restaurants, but the quick grab and go options looked good.
Facilities
9.0
The pool was great and the express passes that come with the hotel the express pass which absolutely made our trip as enjoyable as it was
Richard
United States, February  2024
8.0/10

A great hotel for Universal access; the express passes are a game changer. Some minor issues, but overall a positive experience.

Rooms
7.0
Our room was fine, clean and comfortable. Rooms adequate for a family of five, stains on the carpet
Service
9.0
Check-in was quick and efficient, staff were friendly, and they helped us with our park tickets.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is unbeatable, perfect for Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.
Dining
6.0
We ate at CityWalk, but the hotel breakfast is light continental but adequate and warm hors d'oeuvres in early evening with alcohol
Facilities
9.0
The pool is great, and having access to the Express Pass is a huge plus.
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