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Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

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A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by hotel buildings with arched windows and a central dome structure.
A hotel with a white facade, multiple balconies, and palm trees.
A large, white building with multiple domes and a fountain in the center, surrounded by palm trees and well-lit pathways.
A restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and large windows. There are booths and tables with chairs.
A spacious lobby with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $483
$429 nightly
$483 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22

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5800 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Place, Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Universal CityWalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Universal Studios Florida
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 542 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Includes Universal Express Unlimited^)

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 429 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a starry ceiling, a large bed with a colorful striped blanket, a flat-screen TV, and a cityscape view through the window.

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

  • 800 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

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

  • 640 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 5

Room

  • Sleeps 5

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Richter's Burger Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪NBC Sports Grill & Brew - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mel's Drive-In - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Today Cafe At Universal Studios - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

Universal's Hard Rock Hotel offers 650 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 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 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.

Stay in one of 650 guestrooms featuring 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. Open daily.
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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Self 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,995 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • 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 movies

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. 805 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1094 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaiden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edsel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and facilities, Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Lovely room, shower and food and great location to the parks with the benefit of fast track park tickets
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Clean large rooms, express passes are the biggest bonus along with being so close to parks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, property is gorgeous, staff are happy and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay, the Universal Express pass is a great extra.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, fantastic Location for the parks and your key being your fast pass is excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a family or adult getaway. The resort is 5 minutes to walk to universal studios which was the easiest experience for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location close walk to universal and city walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Had an amazing time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel and location is amazing, my favourite hotel in Orlando universal area
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay over but is over price.was a good overall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Easy access to park!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sumeet Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleqn rooms and great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and well taken care of property at universal resort properties.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Reaĺly great proximity to Universal. Just a short walk or water taxi ride.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top class hotel in all aspects
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and helpful. Properly is in the perfect location within walking distance to the parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great, spcaious enough for the whole family, comfortable beds, clean rooms. Convenience for the Universal Parks. We love the Hard Rock. The amenities are great too. and the staff has always been helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, fabulous pool area with great food. Staff is top notch. Only negative is bathroom showers need a major upgrade; zero water pressure and unable to maneuver spout.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in. Stayed here numerous times as close to the theme parks and a great hotel. Velvet bar also has good vibes and staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay and hotel was clean. We had fun.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026