Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites

Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando

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Standard Room
Standard Room
Pier 8
2-Bedroom Suite
2-Bedroom Suite
Oasis Beach Bar
Pier 8
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Standard Room
Lobby
Lobby
2 Bedroom Suite
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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 4 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

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free transport to theme parks
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Universal Orlando Resort

Where is it

Just a short shuttle bus ride to all four 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.


Please note: 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 4 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).

HARRY POTTER WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s25).

* 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.

© 2025 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 & © 2025 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic family holiday

Jul 21, 2025 cke0gh20 Dublin, Ireland

We stayed for 12 nights in June 2025 and cannot say anything negative about the stay. The suite was perfect and the pool view was stunning. The room was cleaned every day. The kitchen facilities of the fridge and microwave were brilliant. The staff replenished the utensils and paper plates cups and bowls when asked. The hotel is huge we stayed in… Read more
We stayed for 12 nights in June 2025 and cannot say anything negative about the stay. The suite was perfect and the pool view was stunning. The room was cleaned every day. The kitchen facilities of the fridge and microwave were brilliant. The staff replenished the utensils and paper plates cups and bowls when asked. The hotel is huge we stayed in Tower 1 on the 4th floor and had no issues with noise that was unacceptable. It is a very busy place but there was always sun beds available for the pool and the towels were plentiful. Accessibility to Universal was brilliant never waited more than 2/3 minutes for the shuttle bus. Walgreens was very handy for room essentials and Walmart was an Uber ride away which was handy. Accessibility to the I-ride trolley was very handy a short walk for the red line and green line is just outside the hotel. Overall it is definitely a hotel I would stay in again. A truly fantastic holiday Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Pleasantly surprised

Jul 20, 2025 kim23 Glasgow, United Kingdom

We were slightly worried after joining Facebook page and seeing a lot of posts about paper thin walls and noise etc but overall we had a great stay at dockside and would recommend. We arrived at 8pm and check in was a nightmare queues were enormous and took so long after a 9 HR flight we were done. The check in staff weren't overly friendly and… Read more
We were slightly worried after joining Facebook page and seeing a lot of posts about paper thin walls and noise etc but overall we had a great stay at dockside and would recommend. We arrived at 8pm and check in was a nightmare queues were enormous and took so long after a 9 HR flight we were done. The check in staff weren't overly friendly and initial opinion of hotel was oh no this is going to be a nightmare. Then we had to queue for a lift as we had floor 11 tower 1 for our room. Room was standard room and was ideal. Fridge does what U need and you are hardly in it. Cleaners come at random times of day and if your in they won't clean room and you miss your turn for day . There is a toaster and micro at football you can use. You get shampoo and conditioner in rooms. There is also coffee machine and hairdryer. Walls are paper thin and you can hear your neighbours thankfully we had no noisy ones and high floor helped at end of corridor. I would hate to be on lower floors. We had no real view though. We could see the buses leaving for park. Pool view would have been nice Pool are well kept and life guards are on the ball. Towels are provided . Short walk from hotel is I hop, seven eleven, Denny's and subway for some cheaper food options. Shuffle buses are so regular we had no problems at all. Check out was same long wait. So that's why hotel lost a point. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Discrimination against wheelchairs

Jul 16, 2025 Maureen W Glasgow, United Kingdom

Wheelchair accessible rooms are not accessible. I wouldn’t bother complaining after you leave as they do not care. Their attitude is get them in and out and they don’t care.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great!

Jul 6, 2025 Vicki H

What a fantastic stay we had at dockside!! Hotel is nicer than some ‘5 stars’ I have stayed in. Very clean, smells fresh, looks modern. Daily housekeeping. Checked in and out with ease. Food at hotel always great and reasonable price. Restaurant open until late to accommodate coming back from parks late. Starbucks onsite. Pool great. Honestly… Read more
What a fantastic stay we had at dockside!! Hotel is nicer than some ‘5 stars’ I have stayed in. Very clean, smells fresh, looks modern. Daily housekeeping. Checked in and out with ease. Food at hotel always great and reasonable price. Restaurant open until late to accommodate coming back from parks late. Starbucks onsite. Pool great. Honestly cannot pick fault with this hotel. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good stay in the 2-Bedroom suite at Dockside!

Jun 30, 2025 deakoripp New Jersey

Really liked the 2 bedroom suite option at Dockside Inn & Suites. Ample space for 4 of us, and nice to have the sink area separate from the shower/toilet area. Cute eating area in the suite, also. Pool was good, but limited seats in the shade. Restaurant was not very good, but handy in a pinch. Great to have a Starbuck's in the lobby, though!… Read more
Really liked the 2 bedroom suite option at Dockside Inn & Suites. Ample space for 4 of us, and nice to have the sink area separate from the shower/toilet area. Cute eating area in the suite, also. Pool was good, but limited seats in the shade. Restaurant was not very good, but handy in a pinch. Great to have a Starbuck's in the lobby, though! Shuttle service was readily available to/from the parks. Would stay again. Read less