Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites
Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando
Star rating
Based on 3131 reviews
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.
Guests staying less than seven nights will receive a light housekeeping refresh daily. For those staying longer than seven nights, a full-service cleaning will be provided on the seventh day, with a light housekeeping refresh offered on all other days as mentioned above.
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.
Complimentary transportation to all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Self-parking $26 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)
^ 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.
We came to the resort as a meeting place for relatives flying in and to enjoy the park the next day. We were blown away but the staff friendliness before we ever made it to the room. The room was truly exceptional. We had a suite with three queen beds and an amazing view. Transportation to the park was so convenient and we never had to wait…
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We came to the resort as a meeting place for relatives flying in and to enjoy the park the next day. We were blown away but the staff friendliness before we ever made it to the room. The room was truly exceptional. We had a suite with three queen beds and an amazing view. Transportation to the park was so convenient and we never had to wait long. The pool was truly exceptional and heated. We will definitely return to this resort.
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3 star*** hotel should be 4 star ****
May 15, 2025Danny L
I can't say enough about this hole this is our 7 visit friendly clean, so close to universal you could be in the park itsself,transport every few minutes ,handy for meals and refreshments staff are second to none polite helpful great place for kids too.
Great stay!
May 10, 2025LorKDCardiff, United Kingdom
What a fabulous stay!
Simple check-in, great hotel - we stayed in tower 1, floor 1.
Our standard room was clean and spacious, for 2 adults 2 teens. Housekeeping every day!
Great location with just a short walk to international drive.
Shuttles regular to Universal. And we ordered ubers/lyft to Disney.
Lovely cocktails at the pool bar.
Worst hotel ever
May 10, 2025ronniesE2475KL
Worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at. We have a cheap franchise back home called Travel Logde and I’ve had better stays there. Woke up in morning by all your neighbours as walls are paper thin and we are practically sharing a room with family we don’t know because of adjoining doors!! You can hear everything! Room is very cheap too. One pillow each…
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Worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at. We have a cheap franchise back home called Travel Logde and I’ve had better stays there. Woke up in morning by all your neighbours as walls are paper thin and we are practically sharing a room with family we don’t know because of adjoining doors!! You can hear everything! Room is very cheap too. One pillow each (just stayed at Disney budget hotel Pop Century and they are 100x better) two pillows each at Disney. Only one actual inter-grated lights at front door the rest is diy lamps you have to get out of your bed to turn off. The walls shake when anyone in rooms next to you close doors . And as a British person raging they had no Tea in rooms. And also no bedside tables we had to slide other things around room so we had bedside tables for water and phone at night. Slept like a baby at Disney and hardy slept a wink at Universal!!!! Save your money and go budget Disney Pop Century.
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Not relaxing in the slightest.
May 5, 2025Oliver S
If you value sleep and relaxation of any kind then this isn’t the hotel for you. This hotel has bus loads of people 50 to 60 people deep checking in at all hours of the day and even into the early hours. The walls are paper thin and you can hear those in the room next to you very easily. The food at the hotel is not good, it’s a “grab and go”…
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If you value sleep and relaxation of any kind then this isn’t the hotel for you. This hotel has bus loads of people 50 to 60 people deep checking in at all hours of the day and even into the early hours. The walls are paper thin and you can hear those in the room next to you very easily. The food at the hotel is not good, it’s a “grab and go” designed to get people in and out as quickly as possible. My room often didn’t get cleaned. The location is great for universal parks but a bit far out for the Disney parks.
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What a great way to experience Universal
