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    Universal Orlando bringing Summer Fun to their Hotel Guests

    June 26, 2026By Brian Glenn
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    Universal Orlando Resort’s hotels are joining the summer fun with a lineup of limited-time offerings across its 11 resort hotels, now through August 10. From can’t-miss themed displays and menu items to special perks, these hotel experiences complement the seasonal entertainment across the theme parks.

    The centerpiece of this summer’s hotel offerings is brand-new, must-see sand sculptures on display in each hotel lobby. Crafted from 600 to 1,200 pounds of sand and taking up to 10 hours to complete, each larger-than-life installation creates a memorable, photo-worthy welcome for guests and is inspired by fan-favorite Universal characters and experiences, including:

    • Universal Helios Grand Hotel: How to Train Your Dragon
    • Loews Portofino Bay Hotel: Jaws
    • Hard Rock Hotel: Ghostbusters
    • Loews Royal Pacific Resort: Kung Fu Panda
    • Loews Sapphire Falls Resort: Jaws
    • Universal Aventura Hotel: Back to the Future
    • Universal Stella Nova Resort: E.T.
    • Universal Terra Luna Resort: Dark Universe
    • Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort: Shrek
    • Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn & Suites: Trolls
    • Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn & Suites: Shrek

    Hotel guests can also enjoy a delicious menu of summer-inspired food and beverages that include everything from refreshing cocktails – like the Mischief Mixer at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, complete with vodka, lemon juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine – to tasty summer snacks, like fried funnel cake sticks at Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort. Guests staying at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort can enjoy extra summer activities with special poolside experiences on Saturday nights beginning at 6:30 p.m. that include a live DJ, poolside games, giveaways, and more.

    This summer also brings a new theme park benefit to all Universal hotel guests, who can now enjoy exclusive character meet-and-greets at Universal Studios Florida every Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. – in addition to existing benefits such as Early Park Admission and complimentary transportation.

    The summer activities across Universal Orlando’s hotels are just part of the excitement awaiting guests across the destination this season. In the theme parks, guests can enjoy a collection of limited-time, cinematic-inspired experiences that include can’t-miss photo ops, special character meet-and-greets, interactive activations, an assortment of new menu and merchandise items, and the return of fan-favorite seasonal entertainment (on select nights) – including Universal Mega Movie Parade, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular and Hogwarts Always in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Also, due to popular demand, Universal has added 11 extra dates for Volcano Bay Nights this summer, giving guests more opportunity to experience the water park after dark as they enjoy low wait times at Volcano Bay’s most popular attractions, appearances by beloved characters, exclusive food and beverage, and more.

    For more information about Universal Orlando Resort and to plan an unforgettable summer getaway, visit www.universalorlando.com.

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