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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando

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Relax in a spacious room with a neatly made bed, sofa, and desk, offering a city view.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a stylish round table.
Hotel entrance features a covered area with a canopy, surrounded by lush landscaping and a white fence.
Enjoy a wide selection of omelets and cheese at our buffet.
Hotel entrance with a sleek glass door and covered area under a flat roof.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
5605 Major Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Universal CityWalk
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Orlando

Florida Center stay.Your stay at this Florida Center hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Universal Orlando Resort and Orlando International Premium Outlets. Universal CityWalk and Universal’s Islands of Adventure are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Universal CityWalk - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 15 min drive
  • Church Street Station - 18 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG

Hotel near Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Orlando hotel.

  • 196 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG offers 196 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

This Orlando hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

This property charges a USD 50 fee per pet for the first night of stay and USD 10 per pet, per night for each additional night.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG is 17 mi (26-min drive) away from the Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG to downtown Orlando?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG is 6.2 mi away from Orlando.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nearest Universal Orlando by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

mary beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the shuttle service to universal studios. Lady at front desk was awesome helping me print boarding passes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elianet de la Caridad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect except for the sofa bed, was a bit uncomfortable. It’d be best not to count on it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianibeth

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linsey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheltsy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff and clean rooms. breakfast was good for the value
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a suite. It was fabulous! Front desk went above and beyond!Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Johanna

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aneilea

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very clean, accommodating. The 11th floor had an awesome view
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel. Shuttle to Universal a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning didnt work at night randomly (freezer compressor) & could hear through walls so very loud other tenants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas, Kings Park

Traveled with family
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it so Close to universal
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Close to attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast. Quick response to housekeeping requests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria, Clinton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. The staff was friendly, the room was nice and the location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for our pre cruise stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan B

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business Trip in Orlando

The room is very nice and internet is great. They serve a large breakfast, too. But I am one of those people blessed (and cursed) with sensitivity. The walls between rooms are too thin and my room faced a busy highway with endless noise. In short, I slept very poorly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo, Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location next to universal studios
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025