Hotel Overview
Livin' our dream
It was a very clean and nice hotel. Over priced for what you had. The sign states $8 a night to...
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want to retire
- Feb 5, 2012
Location
Great Location within walking distance to the Universal Theme Parks. Save the parking fees at the...
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Sparky92
- Oct 2, 2011
Free scheduled shuttle service from classy hotel to major theme parks
The Doubletree Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando hotel may be across from the entrance to Universal Orlando, but it stands on its own when it comes to style. Instead of theme park kitsch, expect classy rooms with lake or park views and high-end amenities like plush-top beds and flat-screen TVs. Chef-driven restaurants like Carnivale and Pompanos Restaurant attract foodies while keeping room for familiar chains like Starbucks and Krispy Kreme. An arcade and heated pool heighten its appeal.
Highlights
- Across from the entrance of Universal Orlando
- Free scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Discovery Cove and Wet N' Wild
- Multiple restaurants, including festival-inspired Carnivale and Palm Court Deli
- Arcade, heated pool and fitness center
- Contemporary rooms and suites with lake views
Rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase one of the hotel's best attributes: proximity to Universal Orlando. Rooms leave theme park kitsch to the theme parks, however, favoring grown-up furniture, bold contemporary prints in neutral tones of blue of beige, and sleek work desks and media cabinets. Guests unwind in luxury. Rooms boast Sweet Dreams plush-top king or queen beds, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and Neutrogena bath products. Doubletree Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando hotel guests also access Wi-Fi for a fee.
Dining
Even with a packed itinerary, guests at the Doubletree Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando hotel always make room in their schedule for Starbucks (on-site) and the other restaurants for breakfast, lunch a dinner. For true local flavor, try Floribean-inspired dishes at Rio-themed Carnivale (think raw bar and succulent grilled dishes). And the Pizza Hut and Krispy Kreme in the Palm Court Deli cannot be denied.
Recreation
Universal Orlando is within walking distance to the hotel, but just in case guests want to try other theme parks, free scheduled shuttles operate to SeaWorld, Discovery Cove and Wet N' Wild. Back at the Doubletree Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando hotel, a heated pool and Jacuzzi beckons on warm days, which in Orlando, are a pretty sure bet.
Transportation
- Orlando International Airport (9.6 mi./15.5 km)
- Attractions
- Walt Disney World (6.7 mi./10.8 km)
- Universal's Islands of Adventure (0.5 mi./0.9 km)
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (0.5 mi./0.9 km)
- Wet N' Wild (1.4 mi./2.2 km)
- Orange County Convention Center (3.4 mi./5.5 km)
- The Florida Mall (4.8 mi./7.8 km)
- Aquatica (4.9 mi./7.9 km)
- SeaWorld Adventure Park (5 mi./8.1 km)
- Downtown Disney (8.4 mi./13.5 km)
- Epcot (9.1 mi./14.6 km)
- Animal Kingdom (12.3 mi./9.8 km)
Business
- 60,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space
- Catering
- Business center
- High-speed Internet (fees apply)
- Notary public
- Office rental
DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando Rooms
- Standard
- Standard Room
- Deluxe
- Deluxe Room
Hotel Map
5780 Major Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
- Nearby airports
- Orlando Intl Airport, (MCO), 18.00, SE, Mile; Sanford Municipal Airport, (SFM), 32.00, NE, Mile
- Area description
- Resort
Amenities
- 24 Hour Security
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Business center
- Car Rental Desk
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge Desk
- Conference Facilities
- Data port Available
- Desk with Lamp
- Electronic Door Locks
- Express Checkout
- Hairdryer in Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Heated Guest Rooms
- Heated Pool
- High-speed Internet
- In Room Movies
- Internet Access
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Jacuzzi
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Modem in Room
- News Stand
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Outlet Adapters
- Parking
- Phone with speaker
- Pool
- Public Address System
- Safe
- Smoke Detectors
- Sprinklers In Rooms
- Television with Cable
- Temperature Control
- Valet Parking
Dining
- Pompanos Restaurant
- Service breakfast and lunch daily featuring a full American Breakfast Buffet or menu service. Lunch service features salads sandwiches and local seafood specials.
- Carnivale Bar - Restaurant
- A full service bar and restaurant with an exciting festival vibe featuring a menu of culinary delights sure to tempt your taste buds. Experience the excitement. Located in the main lobby.
- Palm Court Deli
- Perfect for quick bites when you are on the go. Enjoy favorites such as Uno Express pizza sandwiches cool refreshments ice cream snacks and more.
- Starbucks
- Starbucks Cafe located in the lobby of our hotel features speciality coffes with a wide variety of fresh pastry*s to choose from daily.
- Spritz Quiet Bar
- Understated yet upscale. Relax with a classic cocktail in our sleek new Quiet Bar. Don*t miss out on current events - there are multiple wall mounted plasma screen televisions to keep you entertained and informed. Sophisticated spirits attentive servic
- In Room Dining
- Serving a variety of salads sandwiches and pasta for lunch and dinner.
- Lakeside Pool Bar
- Enjoy poolside frozen specialty drinks and light fare at the Lakeside Pool Bar Operating seasonally from March 1 to October 1
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 4:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (89)
Ratings and reviews for DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
- All travelers (89) 3.8 / 5
- Business (13) 3.2 / 5
- Couples (33) 3.8 / 5
- Families (29) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (12) 3.9 / 5
- Singles (2) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 4.2
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 3.9
83%
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Livin' our dream
It was a very clean and nice hotel. Over priced for what you had. The sign states $8 a night to park your car,the front desk said it was $9 a night but on the bill it was $12 per night. For what you pay for a night stay you should be able to park for free. The staff was very nice and helpful. Nice court area with a small cafe' to get sandwiches, pizza, chips, drinks.... They were very nice and you got a really good sub for the money. The pool and hot tub were hugh but didn't use them.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Wouldn't stay at that hotel again
Staff are good but there are a lot of things that I just wasn't happy with this stay. Outlets are wearing out that its hard to keep your electronics charged. Have to pay $12/night for parking and not just that, their parking system isn't working properly. All their machines wouldn't read the room key so its not very convenient.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Hidden charges
It is a good hotel but you pay more than the listed price. Parking is $12 per day minimum (more with valet); internet is about $10 per day and they even charge $1.50 for local calls. Our $107 per night room came to more than $150 with charges and taxes. It was nice but cost much more than we bargained for. I would not stay at this or any other Doubletree again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Location
Great Location within walking distance to the Universal Theme Parks. Save the parking fees at the Park walk or take the hotel shuttle.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Memorable vacation!
It was very peaceful, being such a large hotel I was amazed on the tranquilty of the Hotel. The pool area had plenty of towels, it was clean. one night at came to my room and the maid had decorated the bed with my childrens stuff animals it was so touching, the maid took that extra step to put a smile on us when we came to the room, I wish I knew who it was to them personally. I will stay at this hotel again and recommend it to family and friends.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
can not think of any tip, everything was on schedule ,puntual as far as the shuttle bus to the attractions.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great Value!!
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Double Tree Universal Orlando. The room was very clean and the bed extra comfortable. We had a great view of the park from our room and could see both Universal and Islands of Adventure. The staff was very helpful and always generous when asked for the free, award winning cookies!! (my kids loved the fact that they could ask for a freshed baked cookie anytime of the day, even for the road trip home)! The hotel offers a free shuttle to take you to and from the parks, but they only run first thing in the morning and late afternoon, hours before the park closed. It would be nice if the hotel offered a shuttle at the time the parks close. Though it's only a 15 minute walk to the parks or $5 by cab (for late at night). Overall, a very good value for the money. Can't say enough about the free, warm cookies!!!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
In Hotel
Be sure to ask the front desk for free bus passes for the morning shuttle to the parks. They also have lots of great coupons for dinning at City Walk.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
great way to get knocked in the head!
Cheap to stay but then you got to pay $12 to park a day then breakfest is $20 per person. Theres a $30 fee I got to sort out they charged. Just stay at the hyat around the corner much better deal for the $. There you get a couch in your room and free breakfest and no b.s. parking fees. And you wont need to walk a half mile to get to your room. Last to say bad thermostate in the room had it set to 64 degrees and sweating. Whats wrong there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Wall Greens down the road from the highway on the right.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Room was nice- bed very comfortable!
Very disappointed to find they cancelled room service 6 months ago! The choice of restaurant which is available for breakfast is Pompanos which was ok but pricey for what you got. Your other choice is Starbucks but they are only open till 3 pm. The morale of the staff is totally lacking! You get the impression that they are just putting in their day and not too happily. I picked this hotel as it was close to Unuversal Orlando but I fact it's about a $5 cab ride. You can walk to it but save your energy as you will need it when you go to Universal. If I can recommend , stay at a hotel which offers room service or has restaurants that serve half decent food.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 2
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Orlando Premium Outlet Mall- has over 180 brand name stores like Guess, Coach, juicy couture, Nike, Adidas, Bcbg, Ugg, True Religion jeans, Ed Hardy etc.Excellent deals! Only place worth shopping!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Convenient location
Very polite staff. Everyone of them was passed asked us how our day was. Decent rooms (could use a microwave for expensive dinner leftovers) well kept.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Orlando Studios is a short walk (even shorter drive) from the hotel. Great for visiting the Parks without spending the money on any resort hotels!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Entrace to Universal
No complaints
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
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