Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites

Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando

Virgin rating

Standard Room
Standard Room
Pier 8
2-Bedroom Suite
2-Bedroom Suite
Oasis Beach Bar
Pier 8
Standard Room
Standard Room
Lobby
Lobby
2 Bedroom Suite
Standard Room
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Standard Room
Standard Room
Pier 8
2-Bedroom Suite
2-Bedroom Suite
Oasis Beach Bar
Pier 8
Standard Room
Standard Room
Lobby
Lobby
2 Bedroom Suite
Standard Room

The hotel

A sister hotel to Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites, this hotel is a perfect blend of coastal retreat vibe with the fun and adrenaline fueled theme parks conveniently close by. Of course there are the exclusive added benefits of staying at a Universal hotel, including Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal’s Volcano Bay up to one hour before the theme parks open (select attractions, valid theme park admission required), plus complimentary transport to and from all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. 2-bedroom suites sleep six, and are a great base for larger families to unwind after all the thrills of the day.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Universal Orlando Resort

Where is it

Just a short shuttle bus ride to all three Universal Orlando theme parks and the entertainment of Universal CityWalk. Transfer time from Orlando International Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

2050 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, 43" flat-screen TV with pay-per-view movies, telephone, alarm clock, mini-fridge, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, bathroom amenities, and complimentary WiFi access. 

Standard Rooms are 313 sq ft in size, and feature 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Pool View rooms have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 persons. 

2-Bedroom Suites feature a kitchenette with a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee-maker, and picnic style dining table, as well as a TV in each bedroom. They have one bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, and another with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 6 persons.

2-Bedroom Pool View Suites are the same as above, with views of the pool.

  • Book 7 nights or more for travel before 31 Dec '25 and receive up to 30% off your accommodation rates. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

Complimentary transportation to all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Self-parking $19 per night plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).

Pier 8 Market (food court offering a selection of cuisine styles for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with plenty of grab-and-go options). The Wave Maker's Pool Bar^. The Oasis Beach Bar ^. Sunset Lounge (lobby bar)^. Starbucks®. Pizza delivery*.

Family poolside activities.

2 resort style swimming pools with kids' splash area. Fitness centre. Games room*. 

Resort-wide charging privileges with your room key. Complimentary merchandise delivery to your hotel from shops across Universal. Universal Vacation Planning Centre. Complimentary WiFi. Wake-up calls from one of your favourite Universal Orlando characters. Universal Studios store. Laundry service*. Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal’s Volcano Bay up to one hour before the theme parks open (select attractions, valid theme park admission required)

HARRY POTTER WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s23).

* Denotes local charge.

^ Must be 21+ with a valid photo ID to consume alcoholic beverages.

Please note: One person must be 21 years or over in the room to check in.

†Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins one (1) hour prior to regularly scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando and at Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

© 2023 UCF Hotel Venture V. UNIVERSAL TM & © Universal Studios. ENDLESS SUMMER registered trademarks, Bruce Brown Films, LLC. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2023 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

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Dec 24, 2024 Jill L

Room was fine and clean. Friendly staff. They do not offer a king size bed which I would have preferred. Walls were paper thin with loud banging randomly. Pool is nice but not deeper than 1 meter. Food court/cafeteria was somewhat overpriced even for hotel food in tourist area.
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Dec 22, 2024 Ilia O Puerto Rico

This hotel is a great option for those visiting Universal Studios Orlando. Located just across the street, it’s a quick 5-7 minutes away using their complimentary shuttle service. The slightly longer time is due to passing some traffic lights, but the location is incredibly convenient. The staff is friendly and welcoming, ensuring a pleasant… Read more
This hotel is a great option for those visiting Universal Studios Orlando. Located just across the street, it’s a quick 5-7 minutes away using their complimentary shuttle service. The slightly longer time is due to passing some traffic lights, but the location is incredibly convenient. The staff is friendly and welcoming, ensuring a pleasant experience. The room is categorized as a suite, featuring three queen beds—two in the living area and one in a separate bedroom with a door. The beds are soft, which may not be ideal for those with back pain, but they are comfortable after a long day. The food court offers reasonably priced options for a hotel near Universal, with the cheesecake standing out as a must-try treat. The hotel is also surrounded by restaurants, making dining easy. However, I’m giving this hotel 4 stars because the noise from adjacent rooms and upstairs can be heard clearly. The walls seem paper-thin, which might disturb light sleepers. Despite the noise issue, it’s a convenient and comfortable spot for resting and recharging after a busy day at the parks. Read less
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Dec 19, 2024 Sireen C

Our stay at this hotel from December 17 to December 20 was convenient in terms of location, but the service left much to be desired. On December 19, we returned to our room at 7 PM, only to find that it had not been cleaned. The floors were still dirty, and the bed had not been made. I contacted the front desk, where the supervisor, Cynthia,… Read more
Our stay at this hotel from December 17 to December 20 was convenient in terms of location, but the service left much to be desired. On December 19, we returned to our room at 7 PM, only to find that it had not been cleaned. The floors were still dirty, and the bed had not been made. I contacted the front desk, where the supervisor, Cynthia, informed me of the hotel’s "light service" protocol, which apparently does not include making the bed or cleaning the floors. Shockingly, she said they could not send anyone to address the issue until the following morning. I requested the housekeeping manager's contact information for follow-up, and the hotel manager, Juliana, eventually got involved. Juliana confirmed that the bed should have been made and asked if we had declined service, which we absolutely had not. In fact, it was clear that a housekeeping attendant had entered the room to replace towels and empty the garbage. Juliana also questioned whether we might have left something on the bed that prevented the housekeeping team from making it, which we assured her we had not. When we asked Juliana if we could be moved to another room, she refused, stating that our situation did not meet the requirements for a room change. Juliana then explained that this hotel, as part of the Universal Studio Resorts, is classified as a "value hotel," and the light service policy applies unless guests specifically request additional cleaning in advance. However, we were not informed about this policy at check-in, and it is not documented anywhere in the hotel. Despite the inconvenience caused by their lack of service, the hotel could only offer us fresh linen to make the bed ourselves, claiming that housekeeping staff are only available for emergencies—which this apparently did not qualify as. I am incredibly disappointed by this experience and the poor handling of the situation. I hope the Orlando Resort management will address these service gaps to ensure future guests are not met with the same level of disregard. Read less
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Dec 9, 2024 Thomas C Toronto, Canada

We originally booked and stayed two nights at a Hilton branded hotel which turned out to be fairly horrendous so we decided to just go ahead and book the last three nights of our family trip at this Universal Hotel. We were very glad we did. This hotel was excellent. Clean, spacious rooms and our view of the beautiful pool was a beautiful… Read more
We originally booked and stayed two nights at a Hilton branded hotel which turned out to be fairly horrendous so we decided to just go ahead and book the last three nights of our family trip at this Universal Hotel. We were very glad we did. This hotel was excellent. Clean, spacious rooms and our view of the beautiful pool was a beautiful reminder daily of our fun in the sun vacation while our home was covered in snow! Check in was easy, the Starbucks in the lobby though always busy, was great and the breakfast in the lobby restaurant Pier 8 was reasonably priced and delicious. Shuttle service to the Universal parks was quick and efficient and everyone working here seem to enjoy their jobs.. Highly recommended and we’ll be back! Read less
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Nov 30, 2024 Kevin W Longford, Ireland

It is exactly what it is Somewhere to sleep after your hectic park days Was comfortable beds very small Had all amenities such as good sized fridge microwave Coffee machine room safe hair dryer tvs Large supervised pool a gym laundry facilities ice machine Starbucks on site Food in the accommodation very highly priced and $6 for a red bull… Read more
It is exactly what it is Somewhere to sleep after your hectic park days Was comfortable beds very small Had all amenities such as good sized fridge microwave Coffee machine room safe hair dryer tvs Large supervised pool a gym laundry facilities ice machine Starbucks on site Food in the accommodation very highly priced and $6 for a red bull Would stay here again as it’s accessible to International drive not far from the outlets Serviced by the itrolly Staff were polite and knowledgeable Shuttle service to universal parks very good Priced very fairly And clean Good for the kids and a relaxing day but expensive to eat and drink in Read less