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Rosen Shingle CreekvsLoews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, Rosen Shingle Creek scores significantly higher than Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando. Rosen Shingle Creek comes in at 85 with approval from 7 reviewers including The Telegraph, Gayot and Fodor's.
Rosen Shingle Creek
Frommer's
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
9939 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819
From $161/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "This magnificent Mediterranean-inspired resort evokes thoughts of a bygone era when Florida's legendary grand hotels were bastions of high style." Full review
Star Service "A colossus among the cypress trees, this strapping resort is one of the largest properties in central Florida, a vast unabashed convention hotel with its eye on large groups." Full review
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With 445,000 sq ft of indoor space, groups have a wide variety to choose from.
Gayot "Guests can enjoy eco-adventures by hiking nature trails, birding in the woods or fishing in her waters, reservations required."
Zagat4.0
""Close to Orlando's attractions but away from the hustle and bustle", this "huge", "beautiful" Mediterranean-inspired conference resort is "ideal if you are traveling on business"."
Fodor's "It may cater to the convention crowd, but make no mistake: this place offers plenty to those seeking fun and relaxation." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The resort has a championship golf course, tennis courts, and four swimming pools... numerous upscale amenities draws couples and families." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Undeniably luxurious, Rosen Shingle Creek avoids the 'pretentious' trap with a casual-elegant ambiance that encourages visitors to be as swanky or as touristy as they like." Full review
Independent "An expansive realm of Spanish Revival architecture and old-fashioned charm, all wrapped up in a colossal exterior encompassing 1,501 rooms and a multitude of dining choices."
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Travel + Leisure The Telegraph Gayot Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Lonely Planet
6601 Adventure Way, Orlando, FL 32819
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure "Universal's newest Orlando property has 1,000 rooms centered around a tropical lagoon with a huge, snaking pool area complete with waterfalls, slides, and two white-sand beaches." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Close to the theme parks but still provides a serene Caribbean-style getaway, set around a lagoon and waterfalls, with tempting dining and a unique rum bar." Full review
Gayot "Resort amenities and theme park perks draw families to this massive property."
OysterUpscale
"This massive 1000-room upscale resort is set within the Universal Orlando complex and comes with an array of theme park perks, including free water taxis and early admission to some parks." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The pool is the gem of this Caribbean-inspired resort, with a sand beach, water slide, fire pit, and rentable cabanas." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hotel offers 1,000 guest rooms including 83 suites, four scenic restaurants and lounges with water views, and resort-style pool with a white sand beach and water slide"
Orlando Travel Guide
July 6, 2021
Frommer's "Opened in July 2016, the Modern Caribbean-inspired Sapphire Falls is clean and understated." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Inspired by the Caribbean, it has a tropical vibe and a melange of eras, from colonial to the 1950s. The property's water features include lovely rivers and waterfalls." Full review
