Enjoy vibrant, retro-style with rooms and suites brilliantly designed for family-sized fun and affordability. Relax and play, surrounded by amazing iconic architecture inspired by classic Florida beach resorts of the 1950s and 60s. Two towers offer the best views of Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park. You’ll enjoy endless family fun with two massive pools including a water slide and a lazy river, 10-lane bowling alley*, and Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal’s Volcano Bay up to one hour before the theme parks open (select attractions, valid theme park admission required). The whole family can stay comfortably in family suites that sleep up to six, complete with a kitchenette, or relax in one of the hotel’s standard rooms that sleep up to four. You're just a short walk to Universal's Volcano Bay and a quick, free shuttle ride to Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure, as well as Universal CityWalk entertainment complex.
Amenities
Wheelchair access
Families
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Games Room
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Close to Universal Orlando Resort
Where is it
Just a short walk to Universal's Volcano Bay water theme park, and Universal's Citywalk via a guided path, or a short hop on the shuttle to all Universal parks. Transfer time from airport: 20 minutes.
Hotel information
2,200 total rooms. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi, HDTV, mini-fridge, hairdryer, coffee machine, safe, and iron and ironing board.
Standard Rooms are 300 sq ft and have views of the courtyard and pool, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Volcano Bay View Standard Rooms have amazing views of Universal's Volcano Bay, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Poolside Standard Rooms have views of the courtyard and pool, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Family Suite - Exterior Entry are 430 sq ft and have a living area separated by sliding partition, a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave and sink, outdoor access with your own exterior entry, and 2 queen-size beds plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 6 people.
Family Suite - Interior Entry are as above, but with access from the interior hallway only.
Poolside Family Suite - Exterior Entry are 430 sq ft and have an exterior entrance, pool views, living area separated by sliding partition, a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave and sink, and 2 queen-size beds plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 6 people.
Poolside Family Suite - Interior Entry are as above, but with an interior entrance only.
Volcano Bay View 2-Bedroom Suites are 772 sq ft and have amazing views of Universal's Volcano Bay, living area separated by sliding partition, a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave and sink, 2 bedrooms; one with 1 queen-size bed and one with 2 double beds, plus sofa bed, sleeping maximum 8 people.
Book 7 nights or more for travel before 31 Dec '25 and receive up to 30% off your accommodation rates. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.
Exclusive Virgin Benefit - Travel until 31st Dec 2024 and receive - Complimentary
self-parking (saving $18 per day) - Guaranteed late check-out available until
1.00pm - Float away with two complimentary inflatable rubber rings per room,
for use on the lazy river - Complimentary welcome drink (for guests age 21 or
older, valid photo ID may be required. Guests under 21 years will receive a
non-alcoholic drink voucher). Any applicable offers have been calculated into
the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable
Complimentary transportation by shuttle buses or you can walk along guided paths to all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Self-parking $23 per night plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).
Bayliner Diner (food court with 4 unique food stations including grab ‘n go items). Galaxy Bowl Restaurant (casual table service in an old-school bowling alley). The Hideaway Bar & Grille and Atomic Tonic (poolside bars serving snacks and drinks^). Swizzle Lounge (lobby bar). Shakes Malt Shoppe (serving smoothies, sundaes and more). Starbucks®. Limited pizza delivery*.
2 swimming pools, including a fun, interactive water play area for the kids, lazy river. poolside cabanas*, and waterslide. 10-lane bowling alley*. Fitness centre. Game room*. Poolside games and activities.
Resort-wide charging privileges with your room key. Complimentary merchandise delivery to your hotel from shops across Universal. Universal Studios Store. Universal Vacation Planning Centre. Complimentary WiFi. Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal's Volcano Bay (select attractions, ticket required). Laundry service*.
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.
Please note: One person must be 21 years or over in the room to check in.
^ Must be 21+ with a valid photo ID to consume alcoholic beverages.
†Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal’s Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
We made the best of it and stayed at the hotel, even though it wasn’t exactly what we’d expected, considering the cost.
Dec 10, 2024Sherry R
This hotel wasn’t modernized. Parking was difficult in getting a spot near your room. The staff were helpful. I enjoyed eating out at the restaurant that was located on site. The food was very tasty and priced reasonably. There was easy access to the pool area. Also there was a path to walk through to get to the water park. My family really…
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This hotel wasn’t modernized. Parking was difficult in getting a spot near your room. The staff were helpful. I enjoyed eating out at the restaurant that was located on site. The food was very tasty and priced reasonably. There was easy access to the pool area. Also there was a path to walk through to get to the water park. My family really enjoyed the water park.
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Cabana Bay Hotel
Dec 10, 2024sherryr309Union, South Carolina
The hotel’s rooms decor was not one that’s inviting. The color of the rooms seemed dated and the bedding and the beds were old looking. However, the beds were comfortable enough to accommodate three people. (1adult and 2 children) If you need a scooter, you can pick it up easily from the front desk. Having breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant was a…
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The hotel’s rooms decor was not one that’s inviting. The color of the rooms seemed dated and the bedding and the beds were old looking. However, the beds were comfortable enough to accommodate three people. (1adult and 2 children) If you need a scooter, you can pick it up easily from the front desk. Having breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant was a very short walk from your room and the food was reasonably priced and delicious! The water park was easy to access from the hotel. The water park was the Bomb!!! It was a great experience for our children. The shuttle bus ride from the hotel made it so easy to travel back and forth from the Universal Studios. There was a cost of $35.00 a day for parking at the hotel. The staff members were professional at making our stay a memorable experience.
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We just got back yesterday after spending a week at Cabana Bay, from Sunday to Sunday.
We stayed in a family suite for six people, located in the Continental Building, room 4665 (6th floor, with a side view of the parking lot and a partial view of Volcano Bay). Our park tickets included 5 days, 3 parks, and park-to-park access.
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We just got back yesterday after spending a week at Cabana Bay, from Sunday to Sunday.
We stayed in a family suite for six people, located in the Continental Building, room 4665 (6th floor, with a side view of the parking lot and a partial view of Volcano Bay). Our park tickets included 5 days, 3 parks, and park-to-park access.
Hotel
The theme of the hotel is great! It’s quite large, so be prepared to walk a bit to get to the restaurant, lobby, and other buildings. There are two main sections of buildings, each with its own pool. To move between pools, you need to pass through the lobby, which can be inconvenient but seems intentional to manage access.
The Continental pool features a lazy river, which doesn’t require a tube but is easier to enjoy with one. Sometimes you can find leftover tubes to use, or you can bring your own or purchase one there. The pool area also has a restaurant and a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine for those with refillable cups. Towels are provided and can be taken to Volcano Bay without any issue.
Food
We had breakfast several times and lunch twice at the hotel. The main dining area offers various options with a simple system: grab your food and pay at the registers. There are also Freestyle machines for refillable cups, microwaves, coffee stations, and utensils.
Meals range from $10 to $18, with food quality rated as decent to good. Portions are generous, and there’s a variety of options, including pizza, sandwiches, meat, chicken, waffles, eggs, and more. At the pool areas, there are quick-service food options and Freestyle machines as well.
Room
The room was nice, and the beds were comfortable, including the sofa bed, which some reviews say is hard—but I personally found it fine and slept well. The shower is over a tub, and the pipes make some noise when running hot water, which was a bit odd but not a big issue. The room was clean, and housekeeping came every other day without fail. The fridge and microwave worked perfectly, and the room included plates and utensils.
Lobby, Check-In, and Check-Out
The check-in and check-out processes were quick and hassle-free. I did the check-out via email. I also received five Amazon packages during my stay and picked them up with no extra fees.
Transportation to the Parks
Getting to the parks is straightforward, with multiple options:
Walking: About a 25-minute walk along a designated path. You can also cut through the Sapphire Falls hotel next door to take the water taxi.
Shuttle Buses: These depart from the hotel’s main entrance. They’re fast, frequent, and a convenient way to avoid the tiring walk back after a long park day.
Water Taxi: This option saves you from going through the main security checkpoint before CityWalk. The security screening is done before boarding the boat, and you’ll arrive near Islands of Adventure at the Margaritaville entrance.
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Not amazing but not terrible.
Dec 7, 2024Compass03654172549
Honestly the staff at this hotel were great! Even Starbucks I seen someone write they were rude. We went everyday and they were all super nice. We had one grumpy bartender at the lobby bar she was not very pleasant but the rest of the bartenders were sooo nice and amazing! Now the hotel itself. The lobby and outside is very well maintained and…
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Honestly the staff at this hotel were great! Even Starbucks I seen someone write they were rude. We went everyday and they were all super nice. We had one grumpy bartender at the lobby bar she was not very pleasant but the rest of the bartenders were sooo nice and amazing! Now the hotel itself. The lobby and outside is very well maintained and looks super nice. However the rooms were very disappointing. They were dated and definitely worn down I wish I would have booked one of the neighbouring hotels like I originally was going to they looked a little nicer. We had a volcano bay view which was neat but the room was small and there was a lot worn down. I would say if the price is right then book here. I will say our room was clean and I had a good sleep on the beds but for a hotel not being very old it needs some repairs in its rooms. The pizza was good we didn’t try anything else because there was better food elsewhere. Shuttle service was very good. We really enjoyed the pool and lazy river!! I would stay here again but not for the price we stayed.
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Very nice but...
Dec 3, 2024Nick C
There are many positives about this hotel ... the location, the pools, the lazy river, the variety of food options in the dining area, friendly staff, and the Starbucks. Unfortunately there were also things that tempered our experience: Although our room felt clean, the main hallways were stained, dirty, and often had an unpleasant odor. To get…
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There are many positives about this hotel ... the location, the pools, the lazy river, the variety of food options in the dining area, friendly staff, and the Starbucks. Unfortunately there were also things that tempered our experience: Although our room felt clean, the main hallways were stained, dirty, and often had an unpleasant odor. To get into your building you unlock an outside gate with your room key, and then walk through a small garden area to the door leading into your building. This could be a cute area, but we were there for a week and this area was always filled with tall (6 ft maybe?) laundry carts overflowing with laundry. It definitely cheapened the feel of the hotel.
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We made the best of it and stayed at the hotel, even though it wasn’t exactly what we’d expected, considering the cost.
