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## Overview

Directly across from Universal Orlando Resort, Courtyard by Marriott Across Universal Orlando offers spacious suites with kitchenettes, free shuttle service to the parks, an outdoor pool, arcade, pet-friendly amenities, and dining including a Kids Eat Free program at TGI Fridays, making it ideal for families and theme park visitors.

## Highlights

- Directly across from Universal Orlando Resort  
- Spacious suites with kitchenettes  
- Free scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando Resort and Volcano Bay  
- Kids Eat Free dining at TGI Fridays on-site for registered hotel guests  
- Outdoor pool and Kids Splash Zone pool  
- Pet-friendly rooms available with fees  
- Self-parking available for a fee  

## What's Included

- Scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando, Sea World, and Volcano Bay (reservations required)  
- WiFi in all guest rooms and public areas  
- Adult and Kids Splash Zone  
- 24 Hr. Fitness Center  
- Business center with computer access  
- Phone calls (local and 800 numbers)  
- In-room safe  
- Mini-Fridge  
- Complimentary Coffee Service  

## What's Not Included

- Self-parking is $24.95 per night, per vehicle, plus applicable taxes  
- Pet fee: non-refundable one-time fee of $100  

## Good to Know

* Minimum age to check in is 21.  
* TGI Fridays adjacent to the hotel is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  
* Kids Eat-Free program for registered hotel guests: Up to 4 children per dining party or up to 2 children per parent per meal; not valid with room service or group/industry/corporate/employee rates.  
* Hotel is an Official Universal Partner Hotel and within walking distance to Universal Orlando Resort.  
* Free scheduled shuttle available to Universal Orlando Resort and Volcano Bay. Advanced reservations required.  
* Shuttle to other Orlando theme parks is available for a fee.  
* Pet-friendly rooms are subject to availability; max 2 pets per room up to 65 pounds. Service animals welcomed at no charge.  
* Self-parking fee and destination fee of $15.95 plus taxes per room night are charged.  
* Check-in time is 4:00 PM; check-out time is 11:00 AM.  
* ADA-compliant accommodations are available; please request in advance.  
* Disney Theme Parks are 8.3 miles away; ICON Park 2.9 miles; SeaWorld 6.6 miles.  

## FAQs

### What time is check in and check out?

Check-in time is 4 PM and check out time is 11 AM.

### What is the minimum age to check in?

The reservation holder must be at least 21 years of age with a valid, matching, government-issued ID and a credit card to check in at Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando.

### Does the hotel accept pets?

Yes. Pets are welcome in this Orlando pet-friendly hotel. Up to 2 pets per room with a maximum weight of 65lbs are accepted. A non-refundable one-time fee of $100 is due upon arrival. Service animals are welcome at no additional charge. Please notify the hotel prior to arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are subject to availability.

### Is parking available? Is it free?

Self-parking is available at Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando for $24.95 per car per night, plus taxes.

### Does the hotel charge a resort/destination fee?

Yes. Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando charges a destination fee of $15.95 per room night, plus applicable taxes. This fee includes:
- Scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando, Sea World, and Volcano Bay (reservations required)
- WiFi in all guest rooms and public areas
- Adult and Kids Splash Zone
- 24 Hr. Fitness Center
- Business center with computer access
- Phone calls (local and 800 numbers)
- In-room safe
- Mini-Fridge
- Complimentary Coffee Service 

### Does the hotel provide a free shuttle to the theme parks?

Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando offers free scheduled shuttle service to Universal Orlando Resort. Transportation services are available to other Orlando theme parks for a fee.

### Is there a restaurant on site?

TGI Fridays is adjacent to the hotel and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

### What is Kids Eat-Free Program at Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando?

Kids Eat-Free Program is for registered hotel guests only. Up to 2 kids ages 11 and under eat free per adult ordering from the main menu in any Holiday Inn® on-site restaurant. Up to 4 kids per dining party. 

### Does the hotel have a pool?

Yes. An outdoor pool and a Kids Splash Zone pool are available.

### Does Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando have accessible rooms?

Yes. ADA-compliant accommodations are available. Please make a note of this on Special Requests upon making reservations. Accessible rooms are subject to availability.

### Does the hotel charge a resort fee?

Yes. A nightly resort fee of $15.95 plus taxes per night per room is collected upon arrival.

## Reviews

> I had an excellent experience at the front desk. We were assisted by Yomary, who speaks Spanish and provided amazing service. The hotel is beautiful and the overall attention was incredible!
> — josefinaf2026, January 02, 2026

> The hotel is great, clean rooms, enough space and great staff and we’ve got the best experience with Olivia at the front desk.
> — ra_la844, December 27, 2025

> Room was clean and ready to go. Revan was professional and quick to assist. She is a great representative of Holiday Inn! Well done!
> — paulbT5562NS, December 25, 2025

> Olivia was extremely helpful at the front desk. Was able to get us in early and checked on us to make sure everything was going smoothly.
> — R4407MYjasond, December 22, 2025

> Excelent services from guest services Olivia and Victoria. Olivia was very friendly. Has good location nears to parks.
> — giovannym863, December 13, 2025
