Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGatevsHard Rock Hotel Orlando
Both properties are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando is preferred by most reviewers compared to Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate. Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando comes in at 82 with positive reviews from 9 sources like Zagat, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
1500 Masters Boulevard, Davenport, FL 33896
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"One of the newer luxury resorts to spring up just south of the Disney district in ChampionsGate, the Omni offers a comprehensive array of leisure facilities." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Located 10 miles south of Disney World, the Omni is an excellent destination resort with attentive service." Full review
Zagat
4.0
"Though trekking to Disney is "fast and easy", fans of this "beautiful" ChampionsGate resort have "no need for the parks" thanks to an array of "first-class" facilities."
Fodor's
"There's family appeal, too, thanks to a lazy-river-style pool and excellent children's programs." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This spa is nestled away from the hubbub of Orlando on a 15-acre resort property that features two 18-hole championship golf courses and a lighted 9-hole course." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Home to the Leadbetter Golf Academy World Headquarters with 36 holes of championship greens, and the pool area has a lazy river, waterfalls, and plenty of “nooks and crannies to settle into”." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Omni Orlando is tucked away from the hustle and bustle, set among extensive grounds with world-class golf, great dining and an exclusive feel." Full review
Time Out
"The Omni at ChampionsGate has been an Orlando staple since 2004, but 2017 marked a new era for this laidback but refined haunt. Omni debuted Orlando’s only wave pool in May of that year..." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Fairly isolated, though buffered from noise and congestion by two golf courses, wetlands and plenty of green space." Full review
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando Show All Reviews
5800 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
From $247/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness
"Mission-style architecture, an impressive collection of musical memorabilia, and an underwater sound system built into the impressive pool make this the hippest of Universal’s luxury resorts."
Rough Guide
"Stuffed with rock memorabilia, and with familiar tunes blaring out at poolside, this is the least tranquil of the park’s resorts – and the most popular with the younger generation."
Star Service
"Overlooking Universal Studios from its privileged locale inside the park, this hotel is situated on a waterway that connects it to its equally impressive siblings." Full review
Zagat
3.7
"Guests "have a blast" at this "lively", "upbeat" Orlando resort that's set in a "terrific" location within "walking distance of Universal's parks"."
Gayot
"California mission-style architecture, thoughtfully chosen music programming, an on-site concert venue and authentic rock-n-roll memorabilia make this resort an attraction all by itself."
Afar Magazine
"I walked into my hotel room and there on the bed was my personal invitation to rock." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This ultra-hip deluxe hotel is themed as a rock star’s mansion and Universal Orlando Resort treats every guest like a VIP." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With “thoughtfully designed” rooms and the “absolute best suites ever,” the Hard Rock Hotel will make you feel like rock and roll royalty." Full review
Fodor's
"The Hard Rock is perfect for large multigeneration family trips and for smaller families looking to keep children entertained." Full review
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Rooms have black-and-white photos of pop icons and 32-inch flat-panel TVs.
2010 Fodor's 100 Hotel Award Winner
Electricity and water are a dangerous combination, but this is a fact the Hard Rock chooses to ignore (and we're glad they do!
Travel + Leisure
"Ever wondered what it feels like to live like a rock star? Find out at this upscale resort, which features 650 guest rooms, including the 2,375-square-foot Graceland suite" Full review