Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort

Overall I would say we enjoyed our stay here. The only perk we really took advantage of was the location: It was an easy walk to Universal Studios Parks. The beds were kind of uncomfortable, but after a long day at the parks, this didn’t really matter very much. Also the walls were a little thin, so when our neighbors got back later than we did it disturbed us a little bit unless we were already asleep again. Pro tip: For walking to the parks, walk down Major Blvd, and turn right on Universal Blvd to the valet parking area and through the security there. There is never a line at the security here. If you’re going to Volcano Bay, do the same thing except when you get through security turn left back toward the parking garages; there are free buses there to take you to the water park.

Hotel was great! Clean, comfortable though the bathroom was a bit small, it was adequate. From the outside it looks a bit dated but the room were quite lovely! Pool area looked beautiful as well! The cafe onsite where we bought breakfast was delicious. The only thing that was troublesome was the parking. It was jam packed when we were checking in around 8pm. Apparently there was an event going on. We did find parking, luckily close to our room. Location is superb very close to universal and the outlet mall! Would highly recommended.

Stayed in the Universal area 3 weeks for my job, and changed hotels every week just got some variety (average $100 range); Clarion was the best of the lot for me. Clean, excellent service, very nice room, location great, and fantastic restaurant without expensive prices. I'd actually revisit the area just to go to that restaurant (combination Indian, Thai, Chinese).

Nicely updated older hotel, not super comfortable but not uncomfortable. Location for the price was amazing. Staff was super friendly.