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Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorldvsHard Rock Hotel Orlando
Both Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando ranks slightly better than Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando is ranked #16 in Orlando with accolades from 12 reviewers like Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
6677 Sea Harbor Dr, Orlando, FL 32821-8092
From $96/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "What appears to be a rather simple-looking hotel from the exterior gives way to an inviting and modern interior, with trendy touches throughout." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Recent renovations have made this upscale resort even more impressive than before."
Rough Guide "An upmarket hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms, a bright and airy atrium, an onsite spa, and a good location directly opposite SeaWorld Orlando. $249."
Michelin Guide "The exterior of the ten floor hotel... situated close to Sea World and other area attractions, is architecturally uninspiring, but its interior reveals a cavernous sunlit atrium."
Star Service "Located across the road from Sea World, this Shamu-sized hotel continues to prove one of the best hotels outside of the park." Full review
Gayot "Across from SeaWorld Orlando, this hotel is among the finest off harried International Drive."
Zagat3.5
"Whether "for business or pleasure", this "beautiful" Orlando resort, "right across from SeaWorld", offers an "air of luxury"."
Fodor's "With a vast and airy 10-story atrium full of ponds, palm trees, and, ironically, a sushi bar, this SeaWorld neighbor underwent a substantial renovation in 2013." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The four-pearl Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld is built to impress, with a spectacular, 10-story atrium that features a cascading waterfall." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Within steps of SeaWorld theme park, Aquatica, International Drive, and attractions, the hotel offers a spa, pool, onsite water park with water slides, and a toddler play area as well as several dining venues"
Orlando Travel Guide
July 6, 2021
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Star Service Zagat Gayot
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Fodor's Travel + Leisure 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
Zagat3.7
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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
