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Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (The King Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^) | Living area
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Lobby lounge, pool views, open daily
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Room service

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5800 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Universal Studios Florida
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Non Smoking (Future Rock Star Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Suite, Non Smoking (Future Rock Star Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Suite, Non Smoking (Future Rock Star Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Hard Rock Club) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Hard Rock Club) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hard Rock Club) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hard Rock Club) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (The King Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (The King Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (The King Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Mobility) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Mobility) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Mobility, Roll-In Shower) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View (Mobility, Roll-In Shower) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Orlando

With a stay at Universal's Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando (Florida Center), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal CityWalk. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Universal Studios Florida and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 2 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 11 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 18 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mel's Drive-In - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Moe's Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • Richter's Burger Co.
  • ‪Today Cafe At Universal Studios - ‬13 min walk
  • Chez Alcatraz

About this property

Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 3 restaurants and a fitness center
Universal's Hard Rock Hotel offers 650 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Orlando hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and in-room massages can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a waterslide, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 650 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a waterslide, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the complimentary shuttle, and enjoy early theme park entry and express theme park tickets while you're there.
Enjoy American cuisine at The Kitchen, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Orlando? This hotel has 5995 square feet (557 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Kitchen - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
The Palm - This steakhouse specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Velvet Bar - Overlooking the pool, this lobby lounge specializes in Regional cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Beachclub - This poolside restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Emack and Bolios - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Parking on site (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 40 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • beachclub
  • Emack and Bolios
  • The Kitchen
  • The Palm
  • Velvet Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,995 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
HARRY POTTER and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. *Universal Orlando hotel guests must present hotel key card and valid theme park admission; all other guests must show theme park ticket stating Early Park Admission benefit. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to: (a) Universal Studios Florida and/or Universal Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando; (b) Universal Volcano Bay (weather permitting); and/or (c) Universal Epic Universe (Early Park Admission at Epic Universe to begin 5/23/25). Valid at select attractions at each park. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express. Benefit is non-transferable. Parks, attractions, operational times, and offerings for the Early Park Admission benefit may vary and are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions may apply. Hard Rock Hotel ® Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2025 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.
^Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, during normal theme park operating hours. Not valid at Universal Volcano Bay or at Universal Epic Universe. Excludes separately ticketed events. Benefit is non-transferable and valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Express ride access is a separate line with a shorter wait time at participating rides and attractions. Present valid room key card to the attendant upon entering the queue for a participating ride and attraction. Parks, attractions, operational times, and benefits are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions may apply.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 40 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 36 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hard Rock Hotel Orlando
Hard Rock Hotel Universal Orlando
Hard Rock Hotel Universal Orlando Orlando
Hard Rock Orlando
Hard Rock Orlando Universal
Hard Rock Universal Orlando
Hard Rock Universal Orlando Orlando
Hotel Hard Rock Universal Orlando
Universal Hard
Universal Hard Rock Orlando
Universal's Hard Rock Hotel ®
Universal's Hard Rock ®

Universal's Hard Rock Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1009 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay .. lovely big rooms in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pierre

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay but it could have been better considering the price, the rooms are big but basic not much decoration or personalization that you could expect for a theme park -1 star for the value for money. At arrival after a 10 hours drive you could expect a nice restaurant, it’s 9:30pm the restaurant “the palm” close at 10pm…. Good timing…. Not, personnel unhappy to see us arriving a bit late, telling us “only reservation after 9:30pm…. You could smell BS and Low customer care for a mile on their faces: - 1 star. Ordered room service the other night, carrots are here just for decoration…. They are old, left on a shelf for days and even black, don’t give you much confidence for the oily saggy food, seriously at this price…. : - 1 star. Last day, check out super easy, the pool is super family friendly and Kristen at our service was just perfect : + 1 star. Total 3 star, we will go back in Universal studio but not sure we choose Hard Rick Hotel next time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Aaron, Columbus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and can’t beat the perks of the included Express Unlimited pass. Front desk was very helpful and got us distilled water for our CPAP machines so we didn’t have to leave the hotel to find a store. The club was very nice to grab a quick snack, although it wasn’t worth the added cost of $200/night. Plenty of food for breakfast and dinner, but very slim pickings for lunch (just chips and cookies).
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hard Rock Hotel recently went through a Renovation. Doesn’t change the fact that it is a 24 year old structure. All of the common areas were very nice. Updated rooms still had some issues. A/C unit in room did not keep the room cool at all. In my Queen / Queen room I had a Queen / Double bed. For $1,300 per night…. I don’t think so…. 7th floor Club Floor Lounge, the service was excellent, the food options were not so good. I’m not likely to stay here again, if I do, it will not be on the club level. Hotel Management was very nice and helpful. The Rooms are just old, been tho the renovation make things better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Deysi

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Where can I start??? This hotel was the best of al the other Hard Rocks Iva stayed at. The rate was a little high but so worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I believe, like many hotels, this wonderful place looks like it needs refresh. It seems rundown after the pandemic. I was there in 2017, and it was a lot nicer. Still had a nice time in 2025, but this place feels tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's location within the Universal Orlando Resort provides easy access to the theme parks through shuttles, water taxis, or walking.The hotel caters to families, offering spacious rooms, and a range of activities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allesia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was faboulous. Close to the parks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome hotel Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. We booked to take advantage of the free express passes for the universal parks, so was a holiday within a holiday. We requested adjoining rooms, which was done. Large, comfortable rooms. Perfect for a short stay. We had a problem with the electric sockets/lights along one side of the room but didn't notice until bedtime. When I mentioned it at checkout (so it could be fixed for the next stay), they were very apolgetic & gave us vouchers for the starbucks. I am sure they would have sorted it the previous night if they had known. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel, Conroe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Agnes

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the perks with Universal Studios and closeby. Beautiful walk. Staff super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Nichola

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025