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Hotel overview
Enjoy vibrant, retro-style with rooms and suites brilliantly designed for family-sized fun. Relax and play, surrounded by amazing iconic architecture inspired by classic Florida beach resorts of the 1950s and 60s. Savor your choice of scrumptious selections in the incredible food court. Every day comes with fun for all ages with two massive pools, a winding lazy river, a bowling alley and more. Plus guests enjoy exclusive theme park benefits.
EXCLUSIVE THEME PARK BENEFITS:
- EARLY PARK ADMISSION* to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ or Universal’s Volcano Bay™ (valid theme
park admission required).
- FREE SHUTTLES so it’s always a quick hop between your hotel and the parks.
OTHER EXCITING BENEFITS:
- RESORT-WIDE CHARGING PRIVILEGES with your room key.
- COMPLIMENTARY MERCHANDISE DELIVERY to your hotel from shops across Universal.
- COMPLIMENTARY CITYWALK™ ACCESS^ to select venues for the length of your stay.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ Legal: HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18)
Early Park Admission Legal: *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 Universal’s Volcano Bay™. Valid at selectattractions at each park. Additional restrictions may apply.
Universal CityWalk™ Complimentary Access Legal: ˆValid for registered on-site hotel guests for the length of stay. Not valid for separately ticketed concerts and special events. Some venues require ages 21 or older and a cover charge for admission. Valid Photo ID required. Does not include admission to AMC® Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX®, the Blue Man Group show or Hollywood Drive-in Golf™. Subject to availability. Restrictions apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.
Hotel & Universal Orlando Resort™ Legal: Cabana Bay Beach Resort TM & © 2018 UCF Hotel Venture II. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2018 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.
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General policies & fine print
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
- No Show Penalty: 1 Night Applies: Sunday - Saturday 20Feb15 - 31Dec50
Ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor traveler rating
24738 reviews
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Dec 18, 2024Great hotel
I just got back from staying at Cabana Bay in Orlando on the Starlight side, and it was awesome! The vibe is super retro, like you're in a 60s/70s time machine. The pool is definitely the highlight – the lazy river is perfect for kicking back after a day at the parks. The whole place has a fun, laid-back feel that makes it easy to relax. Rooms were comfy, too. Honestly, I had a blast and would totally stay here again!
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Dec 10, 2024We made the best of it and stayed at the hotel, even though it wasn’t exactly what we’d expected, considering the cost.
This hotel wasn’t modernized. Parking was difficult in getting a spot near your room. The staff were helpful. I enjoyed eating out at the restaurant that was located on site. The food was very tasty and priced reasonably. There was easy access to the pool area. Also there was a path to walk through to get to the water park. My family really enjoyed the water park.
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Dec 10, 2024
Cabana Bay Hotel
The hotel’s rooms decor was not one that’s inviting. The color of the rooms seemed dated and the bedding and the beds were old looking. However, the beds were comfortable enough to accommodate three people. (1adult and 2 children) If you need a scooter, you can pick it up easily from the front desk. Having breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant was a very short walk from your room and the food was reasonably priced and delicious! The water park was easy to access from the hotel. The water park was the Bomb!!! It was a great experience for our children. The shuttle bus ride from the hotel made it so easy to travel back and forth from the Universal Studios. There was a cost of $35.00 a day for parking at the hotel. The staff members were professional at making our stay a memorable experience.
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Dec 09, 2024
Review of a family week at Cabana Bay
We just got back yesterday after spending a week at Cabana Bay, from Sunday to Sunday. We stayed in a family suite for six people, located in the Continental Building, room 4665 (6th floor, with a side view of the parking lot and a partial view of Volcano Bay). Our park tickets included 5 days, 3 parks, and park-to-park access. Hotel The theme of the hotel is great! It’s quite large, so be prepared to walk a bit to get to the restaurant, lobby, and other buildings. There are two main sections of buildings, each with its own pool. To move between pools, you need to pass through the lobby, which can be inconvenient but seems intentional to manage access. The Continental pool features a lazy river, which doesn’t require a tube but is easier to enjoy with one. Sometimes you can find leftover tubes to use, or you can bring your own or purchase one there. The pool area also has a restaurant and a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine for those with refillable cups. Towels are provided and can be taken to Volcano Bay without any issue. Food We had breakfast several times and lunch twice at the hotel. The main dining area offers various options with a simple system: grab your food and pay at the registers. There are also Freestyle machines for refillable cups, microwaves, coffee stations, and utensils. Meals range from $10 to $18, with food quality rated as decent to good. Portions are generous, and there’s a variety of options, including pizza, sandwiches, meat, chicken, waffles, eggs, and more. At the pool areas, there are quick-service food options and Freestyle machines as well. Room The room was nice, and the beds were comfortable, including the sofa bed, which some reviews say is hard—but I personally found it fine and slept well. The shower is over a tub, and the pipes make some noise when running hot water, which was a bit odd but not a big issue. The room was clean, and housekeeping came every other day without fail. The fridge and microwave worked perfectly, and the room included plates and utensils. Lobby, Check-In, and Check-Out The check-in and check-out processes were quick and hassle-free. I did the check-out via email. I also received five Amazon packages during my stay and picked them up with no extra fees. Transportation to the Parks Getting to the parks is straightforward, with multiple options: Walking: About a 25-minute walk along a designated path. You can also cut through the Sapphire Falls hotel next door to take the water taxi. Shuttle Buses: These depart from the hotel’s main entrance. They’re fast, frequent, and a convenient way to avoid the tiring walk back after a long park day. Water Taxi: This option saves you from going through the main security checkpoint before CityWalk. The security screening is done before boarding the boat, and you’ll arrive near Islands of Adventure at the Margaritaville entrance.
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Dec 07, 2024
Not amazing but not terrible.
Honestly the staff at this hotel were great! Even Starbucks I seen someone write they were rude. We went everyday and they were all super nice. We had one grumpy bartender at the lobby bar she was not very pleasant but the rest of the bartenders were sooo nice and amazing! Now the hotel itself. The lobby and outside is very well maintained and looks super nice. However the rooms were very disappointing. They were dated and definitely worn down I wish I would have booked one of the neighbouring hotels like I originally was going to they looked a little nicer. We had a volcano bay view which was neat but the room was small and there was a lot worn down. I would say if the price is right then book here. I will say our room was clean and I had a good sleep on the beds but for a hotel not being very old it needs some repairs in its rooms. The pizza was good we didn’t try anything else because there was better food elsewhere. Shuttle service was very good. We really enjoyed the pool and lazy river!! I would stay here again but not for the price we stayed.