Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
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Monumental Movieland Hotel Orlando
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The best part is the location. Right around the corner from Universal Studios. The staff was ok, sometimes difficult to understand and make them understand me as most of them were primarily Spanish speaking. Rooms are mediocre. Beds are terrible. The room telephone was not working. The bathrooms are old and the hot water takes forever to warm up. Had to call maintenance the first night because the shower pull was stuck in the up position and unable to draw a bath. They were able to fix the shower pull so a bath could be taken. Had a hard time getting towels for the room. Apparently the housekeepers only clean the room, but do not provide clean towels. That is done from someone else. They do not keep pool towels stocked. It really needs good renovation. It was full so I think the location helps keep it booked, but they could stand to do some upgrades. I think if the beds were comfortable and the hot water was better, I could overlook all the other little things. I think I may try another hotel next time. I looked at some nearby hotels, and they looked much nicer from the outside.
This is a good budget hotel right in the middle of the action. It is literally a short walk from this hotel to all of the fun of International Drive and Universal Boulevard.
The hotel definitely needs some updates... the linens are an older style, the trim/ baseboards needed some work, carpets are stained. The room had a musty/ cleaning product smell. It was bareable though. They have a free shuttle to Sea World, Disney and Universal. This is one of the first stops at pick up and Disney is the last drop off, so if you are doing this plan to be in the shuttle for at least an hour. The shuttle home was shorter, maybe 30-40 minutes. The location on International Drive was great, we were able to walk to The Orlando Eye, Sea Life and Maddame Museum (about 1.5-2 miles). A lot of restaurant choices and stores nearby one walking distance!
Room was ok great location to restaurant, hotel a little noise but for the price I will stay there again.
Carpets were old and discolored needed cleaning and replaced. Bed linens were old and out dated along with furnishings. There was a smell throughout motel. Non-functioning outlets. It was definitely not a 3 star motel.
Less than stellar experience. Low frills basic and fair to poor service in any aspect.
No printer to print your boarding pass's. Never been to a hotel that could not help with that.
Walked out as soon as we walked into our room! Terribly dirty and smelled of mold
I would never go back to this hotel! The staff was nice but no one looked like they wanted to be their. Our room dresser was broke so we couldn't open one of the draws. The vending machines were empty and didn't work. AND We saw a cockroach near one of the elevators!
Some issues with phone system, and getting clean towels. The hotel room had clean enough beds and carpet. Nothing special but cheaper than the other locations around.
This is a basic hotel that gets the job done. Never have had a bad experience here (3 stays total). It's great for the price. Room is clean. Bathroom is decent and the decor is fun (movie posters everywhere in their hallways). For a weekend getaway, it's perfect for my family. We are Annual Pass holders with Universal and frequent this hotel for its closeness to the park.
This is my second time staying here and it has gone done greatly. The carpet was stained, the phone worked off and on, we asked for face towels and never got them but they would come to the room every morning for the towels, there was a pee pad on the bed and to top it all there was a gas smell every morning. Yes I told them about the gas smell and other issue there reply about the gas smell was that normal. I won't send my enemy to this hotel.
The building is in need of repair, our first room was inaccessible (room keys didn't work & the staff was unable to correct it. The second room (301)had small beds, a terrible view, had a portable (& loud) dehumidifier, and on the coldest night, we found the heater didn't work. Maintenance couldn't fix the problem & we declined another move as the room was cleaner than any other area of the hotel. You get what you pay for, so this was my own fault for trying to save a buck.
The overall atmosphere was dull. Change the bedsheets to a brighter color
There were many roaches in my room. The first night i killed like 14 and i can't sleep, and then i changed to other room and there where 3 more. The three nights i had to sleep with the light on. I never experienced horribles moments like that.
Everything in this hotel is Outdated feels like a prison. A few bugs here and there. Housekeeper does not clean just makes the bed and refills towels pool is a little dirty and no where to sit on. Washer and driers always broken. The only good thing is close to some attractions. Please choose better hotels and not just go for cheaper prices.
The bed framed are nothing more then plywood with 2x4 legs and the most uncomfortable mattresses ever msde. I'm 53 years old and opted to take the blankets off the bed and sleep on the floor. It was much more comfortable. Pillows are also awful. One perfectly flat and the other to thick to sleep on. The staff and the pool were nice.
Hotel close to Universal Studios Orlando. Hotel is clean and very safe. Breakfast-Buffet for $5 should include coffee. $100 deposit is too much $ in holding for 3 days.
This was a terrible hotel! It's hard to find a way to start telling the problems with this place. The housekeeping was bad. The only thing that was done to our room daily was that they made the bed. Nothing was cleaned including the floor. Twice we had to ask for clean towels and they weren't brought until after 10 pm. The tv had green lines running through it, the pool had weeds all around the enclosure, the benches had cracks in them. And the staff at the front desk was not at all friendly. Then they have the nerve to ask for a $100.00 deposit??? What a joke! I wouldn't refer this hotel to anybody!
The hotel was a decent price, in a perfect location. Upon getting there we were told we could not check in early, and to come back in 3 hours at 4pm, which was fine. We came back and were met by a line, 12 people long. The clerk checking everyone in was either handicapped, or deliberately taking as long as possible to check people in. I've never seen anyone move so slow. It took over an hour of waiting in line to check into the hotel. When we got to the room, the door wouldn't open. Luckily there was a cleaning staff member near by, and told us the trick. Apparently, you have to giggle the handle, while putting the card in, and kicking the lower right corner of the door to get it to open... who knew? Other than being in need of repair, and competent check-in staff, the stay was rather ok. The bed and pillows were rather uncomfortable, but everything was clean, and cleaned great during the trip. The location was within walking distance of everything we wanted. I would be hard pressed to find a better spot for a hotel. Whether or not I would return would depend on what other hotels and prices were right near here. Right now, I'm inclined to say yes, but would not be excited to do so.
Hotel highlights
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Free parking
- Onsite dining
- Outdoor pool
Located in Sand Lake, Monumental Movieland Hotel Orlando is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as Universal’s Islands of Adventure™ and I-Drive 360. This 261-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking. It's also close to Universal Studios Florida™ and Orange County Convention Center.
Dining
Sit down for a leisurely bite to eat at the onsite steakhouse, or enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
All 261 air-conditioned rooms provide microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee makers. 27-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Free local calls, safes, and ironing boards are also standard.
Property features
At Monumental Movieland Hotel Orlando, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with limo/town car service. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a meeting room, a 24-hour business center, and an arcade/game room.
Guest reviews for Monumental Movieland Hotel Orlando
disappointing stay but close to universal studios
Everyone
The best part is the location. Right around the corner from Universal Studios. The staff was ok, sometimes difficult to understand and make them understand me as most of them were primarily Spanish speaking. Rooms are mediocre. Beds are terrible. The room telephone was not working. The bathrooms are old and the hot water takes forever to warm up. Had to call maintenance the first night because the shower pull was stuck in the up position and unable to draw a bath. They were able to fix the shower pull so a bath could be taken. Had a hard time getting towels for the room. Apparently the housekeepers only clean the room, but do not provide clean towels. That is done from someone else. They do not keep pool towels stocked. It really needs good renovation. It was full so I think the location helps keep it booked, but they could stand to do some upgrades. I think if the beds were comfortable and the hot water was better, I could overlook all the other little things. I think I may try another hotel next time. I looked at some nearby hotels, and they looked much nicer from the outside.
good price for the location
Everyone
This is a good budget hotel right in the middle of the action. It is literally a short walk from this hotel to all of the fun of International Drive and Universal Boulevard.
price was nice, overall good experience.
Everyone
The hotel definitely needs some updates... the linens are an older style, the trim/ baseboards needed some work, carpets are stained. The room had a musty/ cleaning product smell. It was bareable though. They have a free shuttle to Sea World, Disney and Universal. This is one of the first stops at pick up and Disney is the last drop off, so if you are doing this plan to be in the shuttle for at least an hour. The shuttle home was shorter, maybe 30-40 minutes. The location on International Drive was great, we were able to walk to The Orlando Eye, Sea Life and Maddame Museum (about 1.5-2 miles). A lot of restaurant choices and stores nearby one walking distance!
great location
Everyone
Room was ok great location to restaurant, hotel a little noise but for the price I will stay there again.
disappointing
Everyone
Carpets were old and discolored needed cleaning and replaced. Bed linens were old and out dated along with furnishings. There was a smell throughout motel. Non-functioning outlets. It was definitely not a 3 star motel.
poor
Everyone
Less than stellar experience. Low frills basic and fair to poor service in any aspect.
Everyone
No printer to print your boarding pass's. Never been to a hotel that could not help with that.
Everyone
Walked out as soon as we walked into our room! Terribly dirty and smelled of mold
pictures are deceiving
Everyone
I would never go back to this hotel! The staff was nice but no one looked like they wanted to be their. Our room dresser was broke so we couldn't open one of the draws. The vending machines were empty and didn't work. AND We saw a cockroach near one of the elevators!
ok for a stay
Everyone
Some issues with phone system, and getting clean towels. The hotel room had clean enough beds and carpet. Nothing special but cheaper than the other locations around.
