Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Orlando International Premium Outlets

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Lobby
Cafe
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

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5829 Grand National Dr., Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Fun Spot America
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (2 Queen beds with 2 Person Sofa bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Orlando

At Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Orlando International Premium Outlets and Fun Spot America. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The café, Roast Cafe, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of a free theme park shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Florida Center hotel include Universal Studios Florida and Aquatica.

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fun Spot America - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 13 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 21 min drive
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Ale House - Orlando Kirkman - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bahama Breeze - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Orlando International Premium Outlets
Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Orlando hotel is smoke free.

  • 192 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1978
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort offers 192 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Orlando hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Roast Cafe
  • Tabla Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room safe fee: USD 3.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Days Inn Maingate
Days Inn Maingate Hotel
Days Inn Maingate Hotel Orlando Universal
Days Inn Orlando Universal
Clarion Inn Across Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando Universal Maingate
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Clarion Inn Orlando
Clarion Inn
Clarion Orlando
Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista Hotel Orlando
Clarion Across Universal Orlando
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Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

As of 5 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort on 11 Mar 2025 start from NZ$168.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

Yep, Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort has a free self car park.

Does Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort have a pool?

Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort.

Is Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

No, Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 831 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 464 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 275 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 1851 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 147 out of 1851 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

BECERRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
well place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with group
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kendall

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a No for Me
We checked in on 11/29 and checked out on 12/1. The pictures posted on Hotels.com was barely anything like the hotel. The lobby looked most like the pictures, however, there were still some differences. Seemed to be no well lighting in the hotel along with scuff marks and other marks on the walls. When we arrived in our room, the first things we noticed was the trash had not been taken out and there seemed to still be dirt on the floor. In addition, there were also fuzzies/strings on the sheets of the beds and the light switch by the door did not work. The door also seemed to have a hard time closing and you could even see light coming through some. The shower had brown marks on the wall; looked like scuff marks perhaps? In addition, most each night we got the strong whiff of “skunk” smell (if you know what I’m talking about”. On the third night of our stay our key quit working to the door for some reason. I called the front and they informed us we would have to go all the way to the lobby to get a new key. Normally I wouldn’t mind this, but we were at the back side of the hotel on the second floor (no elevators) standing in the cold. Having to truck to the front was exhausting after a day at the parks. We also had a lot of times where we just did not feel safe staying there Overall, the employees were nice and checkout was easy (leave the key in the box at the front desk) but everything else was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean, great location!
Stay was good. The bath tub leaked so if you are prone to hearing noises keep the fan on so u don’t hear it. Room was nice clean and no smell so that was good :) bed hard. Didn’t sleep well but I like softer beds so no neg towards that. Pillows really fluffy! Don’t hear much from outside or other rooms. 2nd floor is nice. Parking was good but got packed by 11pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tenille

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

sehnaz sule

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant experience . The room was quiet and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. Overall, a great choice for a comfortable and hassle-free stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew, Naples

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location. On a busy road and easy to miss. Had a bath, which is a rare luxury these days.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Briley

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roanoke Rapids High

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe! Quiet and Clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay somewhere else!!! Very poor quality!
The room hard to find. Hidden in far off corner and not in good quiet way! It was closest to noisy highway and hotel was not even close to half full! Loud people, skateboarding or something thru the parking kept us up. Room was old and outdated. Hard to believe rated very good! For the money, no breakfast and very low quality. Couldn’t relax in entry lounge when first got there-kids running around and laying all over the furniture!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

This was an average hotel in walking distance to universal. The shower fixtures were a little janky and not caulked on. There is no breakfast included and the cafe on site was sub par. There was a large parking lot party the weekend we were there that was pretty rowdy. Overall we were only at the hotel to sleep and took the shuttle to the park. The shuttle doesn’t run late so we had to uber back each evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The the room was smaller than it appeared in the advertising pictures. I was assigned to a room that had a connecting room next to it the walls were very thin as far as sound barrier goes! I have never had such an experience, as the conversation from the guest in the next room were as loud as if they were talking right beside me! I spoke to the front desk about getting me assigned to one of the few rooms I noticed that didn't have a connecting room. I was told that they didn't have any available at the time. That was the big negative about the experience of my two night stay there. Needless to say I will not be staying at this hotel again!! 1
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Langston

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the cost and the closeness to Universal Studios (with the offering of a free shuttle) it worked out great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not sure how it's 3 star
Not sure how this is a 3 star hotel. Felt more like a cheap motel. The reception area and little cafe were cute, and the landscaping was nice, but the rooms were not very clean. There was a weird smell, discoloration all over the bathroom sink, and exposed wires in the bathroom. Their idea of "updating" was spray painting the lamps and poorly repainting the walls in what looked like endless layers. One of the rooms keys they gave us didn't work. Should be a 2-star motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Pedro

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is showing its age, but the staff and are great. The location is also really good with many Orlando attractions close by. I was able to rent an e-scooter to get to most places I wanted to, or just walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indian food inside hotel was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were large, and kept very clean. Walkable distance to universal, but there was also a shuttle bus option if need be. Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yaxin

It is very convenient to go to Universal studios, microwave in downstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024