Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites

Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando

Virgin rating

Standard Room
Standard Room
Pier 8
2-Bedroom Suite
2-Bedroom Suite
Oasis Beach Bar
Pier 8
Standard Room
Standard Room
Lobby
Lobby
2 Bedroom Suite
Standard Room
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Standard Room
Standard Room
Pier 8
2-Bedroom Suite
2-Bedroom Suite
Oasis Beach Bar
Pier 8
Standard Room
Standard Room
Lobby
Lobby
2 Bedroom Suite
Standard Room

The hotel

A sister hotel to Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites, this hotel is a perfect blend of coastal retreat vibe with the fun and adrenaline fueled theme parks conveniently close by. Of course there are the exclusive added benefits of staying at a Universal hotel, including 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), plus complimentary transport to and from all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. 2-bedroom suites sleep six, and are a great base for larger families to unwind after all the thrills of the day.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Universal Orlando Resort

Where is it

Just a short shuttle bus ride to all three Universal Orlando theme parks and the entertainment of Universal CityWalk. Transfer time from Orlando International Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

2050 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, 43" flat-screen TV with pay-per-view movies, telephone, alarm clock, mini-fridge, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, bathroom amenities, and complimentary WiFi access. 

Standard Rooms are 313 sq ft in size, and feature 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Pool View rooms have 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 persons. 

2-Bedroom Suites feature a kitchenette with a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee-maker, and picnic style dining table, as well as a TV in each bedroom. They have one bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, and another with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 6 persons.

  • Book 7 nights or more for travel before 31 Dec '24 and receive up to 30% off your accommodation rates. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable.

Complimentary transportation to all 3 theme parks and Universal CityWalk. Self-parking $15 per night plus tax (payable locally, subject to change).

Pier 8 Market (food court offering a selection of cuisine styles for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with plenty of grab-and-go options). The Wave Maker's Pool Bar^. The Oasis Beach Bar ^. Sunset Lounge (lobby bar)^. Starbucks®. Pizza delivery*.

Family poolside activities.

2 resort style swimming pools with kids' splash area. Fitness centre. Games room*. 

Resort-wide charging privileges with your room key. Complimentary merchandise delivery to your hotel from shops across Universal. Universal Vacation Planning Centre. Complimentary WiFi. Wake-up calls from one of your favourite Universal Orlando characters. Universal Studios store. Laundry service*. 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)

HARRY POTTER WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s23).

* Denotes local charge.

^ Must be 21+ with a valid photo ID to consume alcoholic beverages.

Please note: One person must be 21 years or over in the room to check in.

†Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins one (1) hour prior to regularly scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando and at Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

© 2023 UCF Hotel Venture V. UNIVERSAL TM & © Universal Studios. ENDLESS SUMMER registered trademarks, Bruce Brown Films, LLC. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2023 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect except for horrible checkin/baggage lines

Dec 3, 2023 Connector07589105846

I actually love this hotel. Perfect room, great pool, reasonable rates. However we arrive exhausted at 12:30 am and found an hour long checkin line that stretched past the entrance I understand staffing issues, but Universal has mobile checkin options that could have resolved this issue bit were not utilized. We ended up getting to our room at… Read more
I actually love this hotel. Perfect room, great pool, reasonable rates. However we arrive exhausted at 12:30 am and found an hour long checkin line that stretched past the entrance I understand staffing issues, but Universal has mobile checkin options that could have resolved this issue bit were not utilized. We ended up getting to our room at around 2am which gave our trip a bad start. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Cheap Hotel

Dec 3, 2023 amy_jones1980 Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Great and knowledgeable staff, but the accommodations were cheap. The towels were scratchy and some had holes in them. The sheets made us itch. Probably due to the detergents. We won’t stay again. It was our first stay at a Universal Orlando Resort, so I was thoroughly disappointed.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Expensive for unheated pools

Dec 2, 2023 mcfly617

We have stayed a numerous resorts around the Orlando area including Universal Cabana Bay. Every single one of the other resorts have heated pools except for Endless Summer Dockside. The temps for the next 3 days are 80’s and yet Endless Summer’s two pools are freezing cold. If you’re looking for a nice resort to swim with the family in December,… Read more
We have stayed a numerous resorts around the Orlando area including Universal Cabana Bay. Every single one of the other resorts have heated pools except for Endless Summer Dockside. The temps for the next 3 days are 80’s and yet Endless Summer’s two pools are freezing cold. If you’re looking for a nice resort to swim with the family in December, you can forget coming here. We are extremely disappointed with the pools and will never stay here again. Read less
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Nov 30, 2023 laurengasperson Naples, Florida

Wonderful hotel and location, staff and amenities were great. Total win. I highly recommend this hotel as its on universal property and seamless boarding of the bus to the park and back. We never had to wait for a bus at the park or resort they have plenty that run all day and night.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Clean Resort, polite staff

Nov 29, 2023 angeladJ4835OU Burlington, North Carolina

Our trip Thanksgiving week 2023 was very nice and convenient. The hotel is very clean! The staff are polite. The only room for improvement is for clarity in when areas of hotel are open (pool for example) and I really wished coffee was available by 6am downstairs. The hotel room coffee was not preferable to a good cup of coffee with cream in… Read more
Our trip Thanksgiving week 2023 was very nice and convenient. The hotel is very clean! The staff are polite. The only room for improvement is for clarity in when areas of hotel are open (pool for example) and I really wished coffee was available by 6am downstairs. The hotel room coffee was not preferable to a good cup of coffee with cream in morning when getting ready to go to theme parks etc... the tracel staff were not very helpful regarding overall Orlando questions. Otherwise a very good trip and no complaints Read less