Cabana Bay Beach Resort is Universal Orlando's retro-themed hotel, styled after the classic Florida beach resorts of the 1950s and 60s. The mid-century look runs throughout — from the architecture to the lobby Starbucks — and it works. Family suites sleep up to six, include a kitchenette and a compartmentalised bathroom (handy when everyone needs to get ready at once), while standard rooms offer a solid, affordable base. You're also within walking distance of Universal Volcano Bay, which is a genuine perk. On-site, there are two pools, a lazy river, a bowling alley and a solid spread of dining options from a food court to poolside bars. Guests get early park admission and complimentary shuttle buses to the Universal parks. It's a strong pick for families who want good value without sacrificing the on-resort experience.
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Cabana Bay has some of the biggest bedrooms of any 'value' resort
Cabana Bay Beach Resort is one of Universal Orlando's most popular hotels, for plenty of reasons - though its remarkably affordable room options are certainly among them. When it opened in 2014, Cabana Bay set a new standard for what a lower-priced theme park hotel can be. Since then, Universal has further strengthened its offering in and around the price point with the addition of the Endless Summer Surfside and Dockside, in 2020, this year with Stella Nova and Terra Luna near Epic Universe.
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Easy transport to the parks is the obvious and most popular perk when booking a stay at one of the Universal hotels in Orlando. Whether you’re going to Universal Islands of Adventure or the Universal Studios Florida park - or later in 2025, the brand new Epic Universe park - the Cabana Bay Beach Resort makes getting to and from the parks very straightforward.
Read more →Where to eat at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Guests staying at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort won’t go hungry or short of refreshments. The mid-range Universal hotel in Orlando has a good range of dining with diverse dining options to suit most tastes and budgets - considering the size and price point, Cabana Bay has a stacked food offering.
Read more →What’s to do at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Besides being a popular hub for the Universal theme parks, there plenty more to Cabana Bay Beach Resort. With pools, arcade and even its own bowling alley, and a special attrance to the Volcano Bay water park next door, Cabana Bay has lots to keep guests entertained.
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Planning your travel day to Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort? Well, getting there is pretty much a breeze, with multiple convenient options for couples, families, and groups.
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Key facts
Cabana Bay Beach Resort
How is Cabana Bay Beach Resort themed?
Cabana Bay Beach Resort is presented as a mid-century, retro‑themed on‑resort experience positioned as a strong pick for families seeking good value without sacrificing on‑site amenities.
Does Cabana Bay Beach Resort provide complimentary shuttle buses to the Universal parks?
Cabana Bay Beach Resort provides complimentary shuttle buses to the Universal parks.
What benefit do guests at Cabana Bay Beach Resort receive?
Guests at Cabana Bay Beach Resort receive Early Park Admission.
Is there a Starbucks in the lobby of Cabana Bay Beach Resort?
Cabana Bay Beach Resort has a Starbucks located in the lobby.
What is Cabana Bay Beach Resort's official website?
Cabana Bay Beach Resort's official website is https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/places-to-stay/universals-cabana-bay-beach-resort.
How many people do family suites at Cabana Bay Beach Resort sleep?
Family suites at Cabana Bay Beach Resort sleep up to six people.
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