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Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn & Suites
Bright and breezy
Although this is one of Universal Orlando’s more affordable hotels, some design features help make it feel special, with high ceilings and chic décor.
The Dockside Inn & Suites forms over half of the Universal Endless Summer Resort, complementing the Surfside Inn & Suites. If you’re trying to decide between the two, it’s helpful to know that Dockside is larger and has two pools and a splash zone. There are subtle differences in the theme, and some might prefer an oh-so-slightly quieter ambience at Surfside. Either way, they both offer the same coveted two-bedroom suites, which are great for families who want to share a single space rather than book interconnecting rooms.
Why we love Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn & Suites
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Around half of the 2,000 or so rooms are two-bedroom suites that sleep up to six thanks to a sofa bed in one of the rooms. We also love them for families of four, with parents in one room and the kids in another. It just gives everyone a little bit more space.
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The rooms, while simple, are well-designed and feel soothing, thanks to a duck egg colour palette, surf-chic styling, and sunset prints. Their unusually high ceilings also make them feel bigger and brighter.
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This is an official Universal Orlando hotel, so you’ll enjoy some great perks, including early access to the theme parks and the handy ability to charge food and merchandise purchased in the park to your room. Complimentary buses will shuttle you to and from the theme parks.
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There are two swimming pools here and a splash pad that’s perfect for smaller children. Look out for poolside games and activities – a schedule is available at the front desk.
Rooms
Although the rooms are simple, they’re still stylish, with a beachy feel and soothing colour palette. The beds are comfy, and the bathrooms feel bright and modern. All rooms benefit from higher-than-average ceilings, helping to create a greater sense of space. Families of four can be accommodated in the standard rooms but consider upgrading to a suite to get a handy kitchenette and a separate bedroom for the kids.
Light-filled, beachy themed rooms.
- air-conditioning
- two double beds
- flat-screen television
- mini-fridge
- Wi-Fi
Sleeping up to six people across two bedrooms; they feature a kitchenette with fridge, microwave and a sink.
- air-conditioning
- two double beds
- flat-screen television
- mini-fridge
- Wi-Fi
Facilities
Pier 8 Market is a handy, casual food court to grab meals and snacks. You’ve also got a Starbucks if you’d prefer to pick up a coffee and pastry to have on the complimentary shuttle on the way to the parks. If you’re planning a day by the pool, a beach bar has you covered, and if you’re on your way back in from a day out, the lobby bar will welcome you home, and then you can order pizza to your room, thanks to the hotel’s delivery service.
Pier 8 Market
A great selection of family-friendly favourites in a food court style setup.
The Wave Maker’s Pool Bar
Order refreshments and snacks by the pool.
The Oasis Beach Bar
On hand with refreshments all day on hot Florida days by the enormous pool.
Starbucks
Get your caffeine and sugar fix for the day at this handy outpost.
Sunset Lounge
Unwind with refreshments in the lobby bar.
Dockside Pizza Delivery
Order pizza to pick up from Pier 8 Market or have it delivered directly to your room.
What's Included
Room only
There are two large swimming pools, and a separate splash pad designed for children.
Guest reviews
4.1
Average Rating
Based on 3112 reviews
| Excellent | 1787 | |
| Very good | 546 | |
| Average | 329 | |
| Poor | 205 | |
| Terrible | 246 |
Richmond, VirginiaApril 2025
I stayed at this resort for 8 days between March 25 to April 2nd. I enjoyed my room very much. Even though they were kids running up and down the hallways most days. But it was very quiet at night. The free shuttle to Universal was a huge plus the shuttle pretty much ran all day every day. The Pool was alright, I only used it once. The pool was shallow only at max was 4 foot 9 inches deep, I guess to cater to Families and their kids. The on site market for food and drinks was nice, I only used it once because it was just so packed full of guests. On site Starbucks was nice and the Universal store on site was good as well. The only thing I didn't like was the parking 25 dollars plus tax a night was a bit much. But every hotel in Orlando is charging you for something either in parking or resort fees. Overall I will stay at this hotel in the future when Epic Universe opens eventually.
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March 2025
Universal studios has misrepresented themselves and I’m very curious to know why. I booked a 2 bedroom suite over the phone as we had two families on vacation together. We showed up to the room at 9pm to find ourselves in a 1 bedroom with two beds in a kitchenette with a picknick table. Fridge didn’t work, small microwave. I called the front desk and was told that was their interpretation of a two bedroom suite. I guess we were really in the movies. I was told if it was not suitable I could check out and find other means of lodging. Not the customer service I expected from a company such as universal. Being deceived on vacation after waiting and saving all year Ro go on was not only disappointing but I’m sure illegal with calling this room a two bedroom suite. Just wanted to share our experience so no one else was taken advantage of. The manager just called to follow up on my review to offer my family a 50.00 credit on another stay to take my review down. Do yourself a favor and go to Disney
Read moreOrlando, FloridaMarch 2025
Besides some issues checking in, my family and I had a great time staying here. It had beautiful views of the city and the Pier 8 market had some really delicious and quick food. The busses ran fast from the park and back. Despite the crazy spring break crowds this hotel was still able to give us a great time. Loved just sitting by the pool and the views of the hotel don’t disappoint.
These reviews are the subjective opinions of individual travellers and not of TripAdvisor LLC nor of its partners.
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