4 Most Luxurious Hotels at Universal Orlando Resort

Below are my picks for best hotels while you're vacationing at Universal Orlando Resort!

1. Portofino Bay Hotel. Enjoy a relaxing and romantic Italian paradise at this exclusive five star hotel on property, just walking distance (or a fun boat ride) to the parks! The very first hotel located at Universal Orlando makes this a unique and special experience during your stay, with five restaurants, a gelato shop, bakery, and Starbucks, along with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean lagoon, this hotel is notably a favorite among the guests who visit. Express pass is also included in your stay if you're traveling to both theme parks, only offered after 4pm but an incredible opportunity to hop on those busy rides with little to no wait!

2. Royal Pacific Resort. A beautiful island in the sun, this resort is themed to the tropical atmosphere of the Pacific, with a gorgeous lobby, a tranquil pool, spacious rooms, delicious restaurants, and casual shopping, this resort is truly one of a kind. Express pass to the parks is also available to all resort guests after 4pm, and don't miss the relaxing pool and fun tropical cocktail drinks to pair!

3. Hard Rock Hotel. Get ready to rock on at the famous Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando! With colorful rock music memorabilia lining the walls, energetic tunes that blast through the lobby, and amazing restaurants to choose from, this resort surely won't disappoint. Walking distance to both theme parks, as well as CityWalk allows guests to feel extraordinarily convenient to the area, as access to the parks is only a 10 minute walk or a relaxing 5 minute boat ride across the lagoon! Express pass for this hotel is available to all guests during their stay, so enjoy as many rides as possible with no wait!

4. Sapphire Falls Resort. Get ready to be transported into a picture perfect island paradise with waterfalls, sunshine, and endless adventure! This resort has been at the top of my list for years ever since my first stay here, because it is unlike any other resort on property. Not only does it have the best pool and pool bar, largest selection of cocktails and drinks, delicious bites and delights, several uniquely themed dining options, and a luxurious, tropical atmosphere, but your vacation here allows you to completely escape reality. Boat rides from this resort to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure are offered, so have fun at the parks knowing you can come back to your room and relax in a tropical paradise.