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Sonder WellbornvsHard Rock Hotel Orlando
Both The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando scores slightly higher than The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne. Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando scores 86 with endorsements from 12 reviews such as Star Service, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
Sonder Wellborn
Concierge
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
Frommer's
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
211 N. Lucerne Circle E., Orlando, FL 32801
From $73/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Concierge "Tucked away on a quiet pond in the midst of downtown's skyscrapers, the compound is popular with honeymooners."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This lovely historic inn, with enchanting gardens and genteel breakfast, has roomy art-deco suites and handsome antiques throughout." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Four historic homes, including the oldest in Orlando, are meticulously maintained."
Rough Guide Star
"A lush flower garden and four separate buildings, one of which is the oldest house in Orlando, comprise this peaceful oasis of grace and hospitality nestled right in the busy downtown area."
Michelin Guide "Arranged around a tropical courtyard, thls complex of four historic residences (1893-1940) overlooks downtown's Lake Lucerne."
Gayot "This B&B hideaway consists of an eclectic and beautiful quartet of historic buildings surrounding a garden and brick courtyard."
Frommer's "You might feel the sting of Cupid's arrows in this downtown hideaway, where each of the buildings is historic." Full review
Fodor's "Four beautifully restored Victorian houses surround a palm-lined courtyard within blocks of the Amway Center and the Dr. Philips Center for the Performing Arts." Full review
Afar Magazine "Downtown Orlando is full of charm and quaintness offering a neighborhood feel, unlike most cities." Full review
Travel + Leisure "About eight miles from Winter Park, Sonder Wellborn is located in the oldest house in the Orlando area. Suites are well priced and spacious, plus the property includes a Victorian garden."
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
