Universal's Hard Rock Hotel A 4 star hotel in Orlando

Super-cool resort lets the good times roll Just a short walk or water-taxi ride from Universal theme parks and CityWalk®, this seven-story hotel revolves around rock and roll. Sophisticated guestrooms in cream and black contain art from the Hard Rock® archives and stereo systems complete with CDs. At the hotel, a sand-beach pool rocks with underwater music. In the parks, the room keys rock with speedier access to rides.

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Map showing Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

Dining at the Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

The Kitchen - Neon lights set the tone in this restaurant with an open kitchen that frequently welcomes celebrity chefs. Universal characters join guestss on Wednesday evenings. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Palm Restaurant - Specializing in New York steaks, prime cuts of beef, and jumbo lobster. Caricatures of celebrities are featured on the walls. Dinner only. Bar.

Velvet Bar - On the lobby level, this 1960s-style bar with indoor and outdoor poolside seating is a popular gathering place to grab a martini at the end of the day. Open late afternoon to late evening.

The Beach Club - This poolside bar and grill serves specialty drinks and light fare such as hot dogs, chicken, and hamburgers. Open mid-morning to late evening (weather permitting).

Emack & Bolios - Ice cream, soft drinks, and light snacks are offered poolside on the lower level.

Starbucks - This popular coffee-and-pastry spot is open early morning to late evening.

Attractions near this hotel

Getting around: Within Universal Orlando, complimentary water taxis and shuttles operate frequently from early morning till past midnight. Complimentary transportation is also provided daily to Wet ‘n Wild Waterpark and SeaWorld. For travel to other destinations outside Universal Orlando, a rental car is the best option.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) Approximate driving time to Universal''s Hard Rock Hotel is 25 minutes and distance is 15 miles.
Universal Studios – on site
Islands of Adventure – on site
CityWalk – on site
Wet ‘n Wild Water Park - 0.5 miles
International Drive – 2 miles
Pointe Orlando Shops – 2 miles
Walt Disney World Resort – 9 miles
SeaWorld Orlando – 6.5 miles
Driving directions from Orlando International Airport:
  • Heading north out of the airport, take SR 528 W/Bee Line Expwy (toll) to I-4 E.
  • From I-4 E, take Exit #75A/Universal.
  • Turn left onto Universal Blvd.
  • Hotel is 2 miles ahead on the left.
    • Getting there: One-way taxi from the airport is $16-$25; one-way shuttle service per person is $16-$25; and one-way Town Car is more than $36. The best option is a rental car. Car rentals are available online. All prices are subject to change.

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