Disney Hotel? Universal Orlando Resort? Where Should You Stay?

A Disney hotel is perfect if you're going to spend much of your vacation at Disneyworld.

The only problem is which hotel or Walt Disney resort to choose!

Each Disney resort has its own individual Disney theme and offers the ultimate in rest, relaxation and entertainment.

You'll love the early-hour entrance into the parks (beat the crowds!) and enjoy the highest quality cuisine, service and facilities. With a range of prices, you'll be able to find a Disney hotel or Walt Disney resort to suit almost any budget.

Get a free ride!

Complimentary transport is just steps away from your Disney hotel room. You can travel for free on Disney's buses, boats and monorails. You'll love the luxury of being able to go back to the hotel to enjoy a midday dip in the pool or just to take a break. Return in the evening to take in those fantastic fireworks displays at the park of your choice.

The Magic begins at the airport

Disney now offers a complimentary 'Magical Express' from Orlando MCO airport. Once you've cleared customs and immigration, step onto a luxurious air-conditioned bus. You'll be taken straight to your Disney hotel where your luggage will await you.

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There are so many Disney hotel and resort options, we simply can't visit them all. To help you get the best accommodations for your money, we'll hand you over to the experts who've thoroughly researched all aspects of these fantastic hotels.

Don't worry. We'll be here when you return. Just press the orange 'X' when you're finished and-like magic-you'll be back. Then join us on a tour through the superb Universal Orlando resort hotels-another option for accommodation on your Florida vacation.

With that in mind, we recommend this helpful site for choosing your Disney hotel.

Fantastic Universal Resorts

Stay close to the action! Universal Studios is an incredible adventure. Why not stay all night?

Jump into your favorite movie with the hilarious Shrek 4D Show. Ride the incredible Spiderman ride at the fun-filled Universal Island of Adventure.

Dance the night away at City Walk. At the end of the day, won't it be great to know you're only steps from your hotel?

• Bypass those long lines (queues). Take the Universal Express by showing your key card at the ride entrance.

• Get around for free. Complimentary transport is provided by water taxi and bus between the theme parks and City Walk.

• Lighten your load. Complimentary package delivery lets you send items purchased within the park straight to your hotel room.

• Have a seat. You'll be given priority seating at select Universal Orlando restaurants.

• Charge! Resort ID cards allow you to charge your purchases at most merchandise, dining and entertainment outlets throughout Universal Orlando.

Here's a brief description of the three resort hotels situated in Universal Orlando. You'll also find our recommended website for more specific information to help you make an informed choice.

Portofino Hotel: Italy in the heart of Florida! The Portofino Hotel is a carbon copy of the beautiful Italian fishing village of Portofino.

Just a short walk from Universal's attractions, the resort hotel features quaint cobblestone streets and relaxed sidewalk cafes.

You'll swear you're in a real Italian seaside resort village.

There are 750 rooms, 45 suites and many amenities for the whole family to enjoy. Take a break from the heat and hit the pools. The Beach pool, Villa Pool and Hillside pool provide hours of fun in the sun for the kids and yourselves.

Royal Pacific Resort:

You may think you're in the paradise of the South Pacific rather than in the middle of a Universal Orlando resort when you stay here!

There are 1000 rooms. Each has a king-size bed or two queens. (Heh, just think big beds.)

All rooms are air-conditioned with standard TV and telephone, minibar, bath, shower, iron boards and in-room safe.

You'll have a choice of two restaurants and three bars (yummy), a fantastic swimming pool area, fitness studio and car park (local charges - check first). Another great thing about this place is the supervised children's program. You parents can chill out and top up that tan while the kids have their own fun.

Hard Rock Hotel:

Set within the Universal Orlando resort and just a few minutes walk from the main gate at Universal studios, this place embodies the spirit of 'Rock and Roll'.

It's perfect if you want to stay close to the theme parks, bars, restaurants and busy nightlife of City Walk.

All 650 rooms have air-conditioning and queen-size beds as well as TVs, bath, showers, fridges, garden views, telephones and room safes.

You'll also find a cool swimming pool with underwater sound system, four styles of restaurants and bars, gift shops and supervised children's programs.

The Voice of Experience

Our family has been to all three Universal Orlando hotels, not to stay but just for the experience. From what we have seen we highly recommend all of them.

But we're not the experts! To give you the best information, we've researched a few sites. We find the following website very professional and informative regarding all of Universal Orlando's resorts.

Do you have your heart set on a Disney hotel or Universal Orlando resort hotel? If not, there are other options. Please take a look at other types of accommodation below in the Sunshine state:

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