Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando

Italian-themed lodging with dining & pools, as well as Universal Orlando theme park perks. Part of the Universal Orlando Resort, this upscale Italian-themed hotel is 2.9 miles from The Mall At Millenia, and 3.2 miles from shopping and dining on International Drive. Refined rooms feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Upgrades offer access to a private lounge, while suites add living rooms, dining rooms, kitchenettes and/or balconies. Theme park perks include a free shuttle to Universal Orlando, early park entry and fast-track ride access. A kids' day camp is available. There are 6 restaurants and bars, as well as 3 pools, a day spa and a fitness center.

Understated, family-run restaurant with sidewalk tables offering traditional Italian cuisine & wine.

Modest rooms & suites in a straightforward hotel offering a relaxed bar & free theme park shuttles. Off I-4 and a mile from Universal Studios, this straightforward hotel is 8 miles from Orlando Station and 15 miles from the Tibet-Butler Nature Preserve. Unassuming rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, plus microwaves. Suites add living rooms with pull-out couches. Some suites add kitchens. Parking, breakfast and theme park shuttles are complimentary. Other amenities include a dining room, a relaxed bar and a shop. Event space is available.

TaKo Cheena in Orlando serves up a delicious Mex-Asian fusion feast with vibrant outdoor seating and friendly service—perfect for families and foodies alike.

Imaginative store at Universal Orlando showcasing a host of chocolates & candies.

Playfully named Mexican eats in a casual counter-serve cafe with outdoor tables & late hours.

Thornton Park blends boho boutiques and chic eateries with a vibrant arts scene, all wrapped in a picturesque, tree-lined neighborhood vibe.

Casual quarters in a 1950s-inspired lodging with 2 outdoor pools & a free theme park shuttle. Set inside the Universal Orlando Resort, this bright, retro-themed hotel is across the road from Universal's Volcano Bay, 1 mile from Universal Studios Florida and 2 miles from Interstate 4. The colorful, casual rooms with 1950s-inspired furnishings come with minibars, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add kitchenettes, and living areas with pull-out sofas; some have pool views. A theme-park shuttle and early admission are complimentary. Additional amenities include 2 outdoor pools, a waterslide and a lazy river, as well as a bowling alley and an arcade. There's also a laid-back food court with a diner, a cocktail bar, and a bar and grill.

Take a thrilling bus ride through a skull-filled jungle where animatronics and a giant ape bring the adventure to life in a 3D experience.