Clarion Hotel Universal A 3 star hotel in Orlando

Located on Universal Boulevard, across from Wet ‘N Wild, this hotel offers easy access to the best of Orlando. All guestrooms are equipped with coffeemakers, hair dryers, safes, and complimentary high-speed Internet access. The hotel offers complimentary, scheduled transportation to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Sea World. Transportation to Walt Disney World® Resort theme parks is available for a surcharge.

Hotel prices and availability

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Dining at the Clarion Hotel Universal

Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grille - American favorites with Caribbean accents; casual setting. Breakfast buffet each morning is free for children 9 and under when accompanied by adult (one child per paying adult). Dinner selections include shrimp, burgers, salads, and sandwiches. Full bar open nightly. Closed for lunch. Located off the lobby.

Shades Deli - Sandwiches, salads, pizza, box lunches, snacks, coffee, and pastries. Open from early morning until late evening.

Poolside Cabana Bar - Snacks, beer, soft drinks, and frozen cocktails by the pool. Open seasonally from late morning until early evening.

Attractions near this hotel

Getting around: This hotel is across the street from Wet ’n Wild. Complimentary scheduled shuttle service is provided to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and SeaWorld. The I-Drive Trolley travels along International Drive, just around the corner, transporting guests to restaurants, attractions, and shopping. Single fare is $0.75 one way. For other destinations, rental cars, available online, offer the most convenience and flexibility.

All prices subject to change.

Orlando International Airport (MCO): Approximate driving time to the Clarion Hotel Universal is 22 minutes and distance is 13 miles.
Wet ’n Wild - across the street
Universal Studios - 1 mile
Islands of Adventure - 1 mile
City Walk - 1 mile
Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf - 2 miles
Shingle Creek Golf Club - 3 miles
Orange County Convention Center - 3 miles
SeaWorld - 4 miles
Orlando Watersports Complex - 7 miles
Downtown Disney - 8 miles
Gatorland - 12.5 miles
Magic Kingdom Theme Park - 15 miles
Getting there: Taxis or shuttles are the best options for getting from the airport to the hotel. Shuttles are $16-$25 one way; taxis are more than $36 one way.
Driving directions from MCO:
  • Take the north airport exit to Bee Line Expressway (SR 528) West.
  • Continue on Bee Line Expressway and exit onto I-4 East.
  • Take I-4 East to exit 30A and turn right onto Universal Boulevard.
  • Continue for approximately one mile on Universal Boulevard, crossing International Drive.
  • The hotel is on the left.

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