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Dockside Inn and Suites

Name: Dockside Inn and Suites
Price range: $$$

The sunset-themed Dockside Inn and Suites is one of Universal Orlando's most affordable on-site options, sitting within the Endless Summer Resort complex alongside its sister property, Surfside Inn and Suites. Rooms have a breezy, beach-inspired feel, and the two-bedroom suites — which sleep up to six and include a kitchenette — make this a practical pick for larger families watching their budget. Two pools, a splash pad, sand beaches, poolside games and a game room give kids plenty to do between park days. Staying on-site unlocks Early Park Admission, complimentary shuttle buses to the parks, and in-park purchase delivery back to your room. Dining is covered by Pier 8 Market, a Starbucks in the lobby, two pool bars and room pizza delivery.

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Rating

3,239 reviews

Location 4.6

Sleep Quality 4.1

Rooms 4.2

Service 4.3

Value 4.3

Cleanliness 4.4

charlthomxsNorth Wales, Wales

Would stay again :)

Stayed here for a fortnight and have little to no complaints! Room was spacious and clean, fresh towels and beds made daily - think on the first Sunday all fresh bedding which was nice although we didn’t ask! Bathroom was small but did the job as we weren’t really in the room except to sleep and shower. We stayed during spring break so hotel was very busy but you didn’t really see or feel the crowds unless you left through the lobby first thing in the morning. Atmosphere was really nice throughout the hotel. Onsite restaurant was handy on late nights but we usually just ordered in as hotel allows this. Free and frequent shuttle service to CityWalk and epic universe never waited very long both to and from parks and really easy to get an uber from right outside. Walgreens down the road and about a 15 minute uber to and from Walmart for essentials. Only downside was toward the end of the two weeks we had a very noisy upstairs neighbour but this was rectified quickly when mentioned to staff at the front desk :) Will absolutely stay again, great value for money in a good place for parks and food.

suzannedJ7544OD

Amazing experience

Amazing site, comfortable and really clean rooms. 2 bed family suite is really great value, shuttle buses are amazing. Pool area is fab

JesseandCrystalNashville, Davidson County, Tennessee

Pleasantly surprised

I stayed here as a chaperone on a school trip and liked this hotel more than I thought I would. I’ve stayed in the Disney All-Star and Moderate resorts, so I expected Dockside to be more like the All-Stars but think it was nicer. The room was very clean with daily housekeeping. The food court/market area was great with the food options and very friendly staff. I liked how they were open until 11 p.m. so the kids could get a quick bite to eat as most were too busy to eat a good meal in the park. The busses seemed faster than the resorts at Disney and I don’t know if we just came at a magical/less-busy time or they just manage that better. The pool looked awesome (tower 2) but we had no time to enjoy it. My only complaint is that the walls aren’t thick so sounds carry and I didn’t care for the shampoo/conditioner that’s provided. I would definitely come back here with my family.

im2tlkativDublin, Tri-Valley, California

False advertisement for a 2 bedroom room

I stayed with my daughter and 2 granddaughters at this locations for 4 nights. While the shuttle service to and from the amusement parks are very well organized, the hotel is very deceitful in how they advertise their rooms! We booked a 2 bedroom and it was NOT a 2 bedroom. It was like a half studio apartment with 2 beds and a small picnic table and a countertop with a microwave when you walk in the door. Then there is one bedroom with a door. How do they get away with calling that a 2 bedroom? No place to sit and watch tv, only beds. Then I tried to use the luggage storage service and stood in line with only 2 people in front of me for over 30 minutes. They only had one employee working that desk and he was a very grumpy and grouchy older man that was very rude so I walked away and I kept my luggage. When I left the line was at least 10 families and I felt so bad that they would have to wait for a long time before they could enjoy time with their family. Lastly, the walls are paper thin! I could hear people talking in the rooms on either side of ours and could hear every step anyone took in the room above us. I get this is one of Universal's budget hotels, but it's not worth the money.

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