38 Hotels With Shuttle To Universal Studios Orlando (Free & Paid)

1. DoubleTree By Hilton At The Entrance To Universal

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 7:45am , 9:10am, 10:10am, 11:10am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:30pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 20 minutes

DoubleTree by Hilton at the entrance to Universal Studios Orlando is one of the closest hotels to the Universal Studios Resort.

While you can walk from this hotel there’s also a free shuttle bus that runs four times daily.

Reservations are required for the shuttle bus. These can be made up to 24 hours in advance and must be made in person.

2. Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: $8 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 08:35am, 10:55am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 6:00pm, 09:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld is a luxury hotel located just opposite the SeaWorld theme park.

This hotel benefits from a shuttle bus service to not just the Universal Studios Resort, however, this service is charged at $8 per person.

Seats on the shuttle must be reserved between one 1 and 24 hours in advance.

3. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Tuscany Village Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: $10 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 8:35am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Located just next to the Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets you’ll find the luxury Hilton Grand Vacations Club Tuscany Village.

While this hotel offers a shuttle to Universal Studios it comes at a cost of $10 per person (round trip).

At this price, it’s often more affordable for couples and families to instead travel to the parks in an Uber or Lyft.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Orlando International Drive North

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 7:50am, 9:05am, 10:20am, 11:35am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:20pm, 6:40pm, 8:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 25 minutes

Just two miles from Universal Studios Resort is the Hilton Garden Inn.

This hotel has a free shuttle bus that runs multiple times between the hotel’s entrance and CityWalk, the entrance to Universal Studios.

However, if you miss this shuttle or need to leave later / come back earlier then this hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the parks.

5. Hyatt House Across From Universal Orlando Resort

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 7:20am, 8:35am, 9:50am, 11:05am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:20pm, 6:40pm, 8:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 24 minutes

Hyatt House is a three-star hotel located just a 24-minute walk from the entrance to CityWalk at Universal Studios.

This hotel boasts a range of facilities and amenities, including a complimentary shuttle bus to the Universal Studios parks that operates multiple times a day.

6. Four Points by Sheraton Orlando International Drive

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:40am, 09:15am, 10:10am, 11:50am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:25pm, 06:30pm, 07:35pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 22 minutes

Four Points by Sheraton Orlando is located just off International Drive, next to IHOP.

This hotel benefits from a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios parks that runs multiple times a day.

Reservations for the shuttle must be made at the hotel’s reception desk in advance.

7. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Orlando Near Universal Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 7:40am, 9:15am, 10:10am, 11:15am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:25pm, 6:30pm, 7:35pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 28 minutes

The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott is a three-star hotel located just a 28-minute walk from Universal Studios.

This hotel boasts an extensive range of facilities and amenities, benefiting from a central location near a range of restaurants and fast-food as well as the International Drive Outlet.

All Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott guests receive a complimentary breakfast, access to high-speed wifi and a shuttle bus to the Universal Studios parks.

8. Residence Inn By Marriott Near Universal Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 7:20am, 8:30am, 9:20am, 10
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:25pm, 6:30pm, 7:35pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 30 minutes

The Residence Inn By Marriott Near Universal Orlando is a three-star hotel located just a 30-minute walk from CityWalk, the entrance to Universal Studios.

This hotel runs a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios parks multiple times a day.

Times generally remain the same throughout the year but can be adjusted slightly for Halloween Horror Nights and any Christmas events.

Spaces on the shuttle are on a first-come, first-served basis, as such it’s recommended to arrive at the bus stop at least 10 minutes before the set departure time.

9. Crowne Plaza Hotel Orlando-Universal

💵 Shuttle Charges: $7 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 09:05am, 09:40am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 35 minute

The Crowne Plaza Hotel Orlando-Universal is a four-star hotel located just a 35-minute walk from Universal Studios.

This hotel offers a shuttle bus to the Universal parks at a cost of $7 per person, return.

The shuttle goes from the hotel to the parks twice in the morning (at 09:05 and 09:40) and goes back to the hotel from the parks once in the evening (at 7:00pm).

10. Hilton Vacation Club Mystic Dunes Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:35am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 08:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

While Hilton Vacation Club Mystic Dunes Orlando offers guests a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios Resort, it only runs once a day.

With over 12 hours between drop-off and pick-up, this shuttle may not be ideal for everyone.

Instead, you may want to look at either getting the shuttle to / from the parks and taking an Uber or Lyft for the other half of the journey.

This provides you with both flexibility and convenience while still keeping the costs of travelling to the Universal parks relatively low.

11. Delta Hotels by Marriott Orlando Celebration

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 7:25am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 6:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Delta Hotels by Marriott Orlando Celebration is a relatively affordable four-star hotel.

This hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to a number of nearby theme parks including the Universal Studios Resort.

Sadly, however, there is only one shuttle from the hotel to Universal Studios per day.

The schedule for the shuttle is known to change throughout the year.

As such all schedule updates along with the ability to reserve seats on the shuttle are available online.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld

💵 Shuttle Charges: $8 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 08:50am, 11:00am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld offers guests a paid shuttle to the Universal Studios parks.

The shuttle costs $8 per person for a return ticket, which may make travelling by Uber or Lyft both more convenient and affordable for families or groups.

If you’d like to take the shuttle from the hotel to the Universal parks you’ll need to purchase a ticket in advance from the hotel reception.

Reservations for the shuttle are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando International Drive ICON Park

💵 Shuttle Charges: $7 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 08:55am, 09:50am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Drive is located just next to ICON Park.

This hotel operates a paid shuttle to the Universal Studios parks in partnership with Fabulous Buses.

You can reserve your seat for the shuttle or check any changes to the schedule by using the Fabulous Buses website.

14. Homewood Suites By Hilton Orlando-Nearest To Universal Studios

💵 Shuttle Charges: $7 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 09:00, 09:55am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:00am
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 25 minutes

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando is located just off International Drive, a 25-minute walk to Universal Studios.

This hotel offers a paid shuttle to the parks for $7 per person (round trip) which operates twice in the morning and once in the evening.

However, given the hotel’s close proximity to the parks either walking or taking an Uber or Lyft is likely to be both more convenient and affordable (especially for couples or families).

15. Home2 Suites By Hilton Orlando Near Universal

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:45am, 09:00am, 10:15am, 11:30am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:20pm, 06:40pm, 08:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 24 minutes

Home2 Suites is part of the Hilton brand and is located just a 24-minute walk from Universal Studios.

This hotel is fantastic for those who are looking to save money by cooking or for just a little extra space within the room.

A complimentary shuttle to CityWalk, the entrance to Universal Studios operates between the hotel for guests multiple times a day.

16. Hyatt Place Across From Universal Orlando Resort

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:20am, 08:20am, 09:20am, 10:20am, 11:00am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:00pm, 07:00pm, 08:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 28 minutes

Hyatt Place Across From Universal Orlando Resort is located just next to Hyatt House Across From Universal Studios and is a 28-minute walk from the Universal parks.

This hotel, in combination with its sister hotel, offers guests a complimentary shuttle to the parks multiple times a day.

Reservations for the shuttle must be made in advance at the Hyatt House between 7am and 11am.

Seats on the shuttle are available on a first-come, first serve basis.

17. SureStay Plus by Best Western Orlando International Drive

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:20am, 11:25am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm, 09:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 26 minutes

SureStay Plus by Best Western Orlando is located just off International Drive next to the Hilton Garden Inn.

This hotel is within walking distance of a range of restaurants including IHOP & Red Lobster, as well as a 7-Eleven and Walgreens.

While you can walk to the Universal Studios Resort from this hotel there’s also a free shuttle bus that runs twice daily.

18. Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:15am, 11:20am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm, 09:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 25 minute

The Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel runs two shuttles to Universal Studios daily.

While the shuttle is free, seats must be reserved at the hotel’s concierge desk at least two hours prior to departure.

The shuttle operates on a first-come, first-served basis and sells out on most days.

As such it’s important to reserve your space on the shuttle as early as possible.

Upon making a reservation you’ll be provided with a boarding pass which you’ll need to present to the driver upon boarding the bus.

19. Westgate Blue Tree Resort at Lake Buena Vista

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:00am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Westgate Blue Tree Resort at Lake Buena Vista offers guests a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios parks once a day.

Since the time between the shuttle leaving for Universal Studios and picking up from Universal Studios is over 12 hours, this may not be ideal for everyone.

However, by taking advantage of the morning shuttle at 07:00am you’ll arrive at the parks at the best time.

Meanwhile, if you’re looking to leave the parks earlier or later than the return shuttle then you’d need to look at an Uber or Lyft which regularly costs around $20 to the Lake Buena Vista region.

20. Hyatt Place Orlando/Lake Buena Vista

💵 Shuttle Charges: $5 Per Person
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 10:00am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

While Hyatt Place Orlando/Lake Buena Vista does operate a shuttle to Universal Studios, the shuttle is only in operation from Friday through to Monday.

As such on Tuesday through until Thursday you’ll need to make your own way to the parks either by driving or with a ride-share service.

The shuttle from the hotel costs $5 per person and can be booked at the hotel’s reception desk.

21. Comfort Inn International Drive

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 09:20am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Comfort Inn International Drive operates a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios parks once a day.

Despite being located just off International Drive it takes almost an hour to walk from the parks back to this hotel.

As such, outside of the complimentary shuttle, a rideshare service such as Uber or Lyft is going to be your best choice.

22. Galleria Palms Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 11:15am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:30pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Galleria Palms offers a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios parks once a day.

However, the shuttle doesn’t leave the hotel until 11:15am, and as such it’s unlikely you’ll be inside the Universal parks before 12 midday.

The shuttle departs Universal Studios just 6 hours later at 06:30pm from lane 73.

In our opinion, 6 hours inside either of the Universal Studios parks isn’t long enough.

As such you’ll want to consider the cost of getting an Uber or Lyft to the parks so you’re able to arrive earlier where necessary.

23. Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Nearest Universal Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:15, 08:50, 09:45, 10:45
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:25, 06:30, 07:35
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 35 minutes

Holiday Inn Express & Suites is located a 35-minute walk from the Universal Studios parks.

However, if you want to save your walking for the theme park then you’ll be pleased to know that this hotel also offers a complimentary shuttle to the parks multiple times a day.

Places on the shuttle are limited and as such advanced registration from the Universal Kiosk inside the hotel lobby is required.

24. Hampton Inn Closest to Universal Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 08:30am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:30pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 30 minutes

Hampton Inn Closest to Universal Orlando is an affordable three-star hotel located a 30-minute walk from Universal Studios.

This hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to the parks once a day, leaving the hotel at 08:30am and the parks at 05:30pm.

Places on the shuttle are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

25. Comfort Suites Maingate East

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:05am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 08:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Comfort Suites Maingate East provides a complimentary shuttle to the Universal parks once per day.

The shuttle times rarely change, however, a full guide to the service is available for guests online.

While the shuttle arrives at the perfect time to make the most of your day at Universal Studios, the pick-up isn’t for an additional 13 hours.

For those travelling to Universal Studios with little ones, this may be too long.

As such you may want to consider getting an Uber or Lyft back to the hotel instead.

26. Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:10am, 08:25am, 09:40am, 10:55am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:25pm, 06:40pm, 08:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 22 minutes

Holiday Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando is located behind the resort just off S Kirkman Rd.

This hotel is within walking distance of the Universal Studios resort.

However, a complimentary shuttle is also available for guests multiple times a day.

The shuttle is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

27. La Quinta by Wyndham Orlando Universal Area

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 08:15am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 5:30pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 35 minut

La Quinta, Orlando Universal Area is just over a 30-minute walk from the Universal Studios resort.

However, if you want to save your walking for the theme parks then you’ll be pleased to know a complimentary shuttle is also available.

The shuttle runs once a day and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you’re unable to catch the shuttle to / from the parks then an Uber or Lyft will cost roughly $12 each way.

28. Grande Villas Resort By Diamond Resorts

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:05am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Grande Villas Resort by Diamond Resorts operates a shuttle to the Universal parks once a day.

This shuttle departs the hotel at 07:05am and leaves the park to head back to the hotel at 07:20pm.

This leaves you with almost 12 hours in the parks which may not be ideal in the height of the summer humidity or for those travelling with small children.

As such you may want to research the cost of getting an Uber or a Lyft back to the hotel in case you need to leave earlier.

29. Comfort Suites Near Universal Orlando Resort

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:25am, 08:45am, 9:45am, 10:45am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:40pm, 07:40pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 35 minutes

Comfort Suites near Universal Orlando Resort has one of the most comprehensive outbound shuttle schedules of any hotel on this list.

However, the number of outbound shuttles and inbound shuttles back to the hotel is different.

As such, there are not going to be enough spaces for everyone who got a shuttle to the parks to go back to the hotel.

Spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. However, you may want to research the cost of an Uber or Lyft for the journey too – just in case.

30. La Quinta by Wyndham Orlando I Drive/Conv Center

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 09:10am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

La Quinta Orlando I-Drive / Conv Center is an affordable two-star hotel a couple of miles from the Universal Studios Resort.

This hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to the Universal parks once a day.

The shuttle departs the hotel for Universal Studios at 09:10am and returns back to the hotel from Universal at 06:00pm.

Spaces on the shuttle are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

31. Hotel Monreale Express International Drive Orlando

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 09:45am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00am
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 22 minutes

Hotel Monreale Express is an incredible affordable three-star hotel located just off International Drive.

This hotel is roughly a 22-minute walk from the Universal Studios parks.

A shuttle to Universal Studios is in operation once a day, departing the hotel for Universal Studios at 09:45am and returning back at 06:00am.

Shuttle spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

32. Rosen Inn Closest to Universal

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:05am, 08:15am, 09:35am, 10:35am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:15pm, 06:20pm, 07:25pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 26 minutes

33. Avanti Palms Resort And Conference Center

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 08:15am, 09:55am, 11:55am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:00pm, 06:25pm, 08:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 30 minutes

Located just a 30-minute walk from the entrance to Universal Studios is the Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center.

This hotel operates a shuttle bus to the Universal Studios parks three times a day.

However, a 24-hour reservation for the shuttle is required in advance.

Spaces on the shuttle are based on reservations and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

34. Ramada Plaza By Wyndham Orlando Resort Near Universal

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:10am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 30 minutes

Ramada Plaza Orlando Resort near Universal is just a 30-minute walk from the entrance to the Universal parks.

However, if you want to save your walking for the theme parks then you’ll be pleased to know a shuttle is available once a day.

The shuttle leaves the hotel at 07:10am for the Universal Studios Resort, and then heads back to the hotel at 06:00pm in the evening.

Reservations for the shuttle must be made at least 2 hours in advance and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

35. Avanti International Resort

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:10am, 08:20am, 09:00am, 10:45am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:30pm, 07:30pm, 09:30pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Avanti International Resort is a three-star affordable hotel located just a couple of miles from the Universal Studios Resort.

This hotel provides a complimentary shuttle for guests to the theme park multiple times a day.

Reservations are available 24 hours in advance and must be made at least 1 hour prior to the shuttle’s departure.

All shuttle reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis.

36. Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:10am, 08:45am, 09:40am, 10:40am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 05:25pm, 06:30pm, 07:35pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: 28 minutes

Clarion Inn & Suites is located just a 28-minute walk from the Universal Studios Resort.

However, if you want to save your walking for the parks then you’ll be pleased to know that a complimentary shuttle runs from the hotel multiple times a day.

Reservations for the shuttle must be made in advance at the Universal desk inside the hotel which is open from 7am until 11am daily.

37. Cypress Pointe Resort by Diamond Resorts

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:05am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 07:20pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Cypress Pointe Resort by Diamond Resorts is one of the most budget-friendly hotels close to Universal Studios.

This hotel offers guests a complimentary shuttle to the parks once a day, departing at 07:05am and returning back at 07:20pm.

With more than 12 hours between the shuttles, those with young children may want to head out later or back to the hotel earlier.

An Uber or Lyft from the hotel to the parks (or vice-versa) is roughly $12.

38. Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center / International Drive

💵 Shuttle Charges: Free
🌎 Shuttle To Universal: 07:30am
🏨 Shuttle To Hotel: 06:00pm
🚶‍♀️ Walking Distance: N/A

Days Inn Orlando Conv. Center, is located just off International Drive and is within walking distance of a range of restaurants including Mcdonald’s, Red Lobster and Denny’s.

This hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to the Universal Studios parks once a day.

Reservations for the shuttle must be made at reception in advance, and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.