Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Lobby
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

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5829 Grand National Dr., Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Place, Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Orlando International Premium Outlets
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Universal Studios Florida
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(236 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (2 Queen beds with 2 Person Sofa bed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 4

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (2 Queen beds with 2 Person Sofa bed)

  • Sleeps 5

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 5

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Nonsmoking, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen beds, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 6

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About this property

Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free theme park shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort offers 192 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Orlando hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Universal Orlando Resort. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free theme park shuttle are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Tabla Modern Indian Café, a café that serves American cuisine
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 8 minutes by foot from Orlando International Premium Outlets and a 2-minute drive from Fun Spot America
  • Free theme park shuttle service
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Orlando hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to noon.
Tabla Modern Indian Café - This café specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Tabla Indian Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tabla Indian Restaurant
  • Tabla Modern Indian Café

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room safe fee: USD 3.00 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Days Inn Maingate Hotel
Days Inn Maingate Hotel Orlando Universal
Days Inn Orlando Universal
Clarion Inn Across Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando Universal Maingate
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Clarion Inn Orlando
Clarion Inn
Clarion Orlando
Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista Hotel Orlando
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Clarion Inn & Suites Across From Universal Orlando Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 948 out of 2047 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 506 out of 2047 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 299 out of 2047 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 2047 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 160 out of 2047 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect everything
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I booked this hotel with fingers crossed! I normally stay at on property hotels for Disney and Universal but decided to try and save a little money and stay off site. I thought a partner hotel would be fine. The outside of the hotel reminded me of a Motel 6. The pictures of the remodeled rooms and lobby had me thinking the outside was just needing the remodel now. I arrived at about 10am with check in being at 4pm. I asked for early checkin when booking but understood if it was not possible. We waited in the lobby till a room was ready about 4pm. The lob y is very clean and restroom close and very clean. Room was very clean. Older but clean and comfortable. Smelled nice too! Tub was a little scary as I could hear and feel the slight cracking as i turned i. The shower. Very clean shower though! NO BODY SOAP. Only Shampoo and Conditioner. Sink area had Lotion. Beds were comfortable. Sheets were warm and clean. Air conditioner was ok. Room door could be upgraded. I felt at any time someone could just kick the door in. I could see sunlight around the door so bugs could come in and i could hear everything outside. I just kept a towel on the floor. Food. I did not expect the entire place to be INDIAN FOOD. It was great but i was surprised that was the only option for the majority. I didnt eat at the restaurant. I ate at the cafe for breakfast. Cheese omelet and bacon. Very good! Coffe good too. My daughter had pancakes and waffles. Excellent! Cafe staff WONDERFUL! Rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Marquita

Staff was very courteous and attended all my needs and concern. I didn’t like that the room next door spilled water and it came into my room. And I had to kill a roach in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

FLORDELIZA

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed on New Year's Eve for one night just before moving over to a Universal resort. First time staying and we were quite surprised. The hotel was booked solid but it was very efficient, everything was clean, the room was surprisingly nice, given the price. We could actually walk over to Universal by going over the Portofino and picking up the garden path to City Walk. Super convenient. We also ate dinner at Tabla and were VERY impressed with Indian food. It's absolutely worth eating there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was not allowed to check in because i live locally
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Dina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

BOYAN

Travelled with family
It was OK. Nothing more; nothing less
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Phi

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom is bad .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was nice. Oh, I didn’t realize when I booked it, it did not have elevators and with having a back problem walking the stairs was a bit difficult for me
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
I know for the price you pay, this is what you get but you should probably clean the hallways more or at least not have the guests put their towels outside the doors..when we left there were lots of towels by room doors even sheets down the stairs. Hotel needs a lil more cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Christy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were extremely clean, that’s it. The beds are old and the springs hurt. Our rooms were facing I4, so noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Renee

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beware of fake reviews!!! It was an old hotel, the beds were OK, but the part I didn’t like were the bugs/insects (spiders, cockroaches, toilet bugs, etc) in the rooms. Our shower didn’t drain - 6” of standing water that took >1hr to drain. Also, I booked 2 Queen Beds, but they were smaller (double). Hotel policy is also not to clean rooms during your stay - they have a big sign at check in stating that. They also said the pools temporarily closed, but it’s clearly been out of commission for months with broken cinder blocks and no water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
yes, all was clean and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dasia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved it out here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

lisa

Disliked: Amenities
bathroom door stuck as it was so warped... you could tell they “tried” to update the motel… took a “ photo copy” of our visa and license”? um. who does that anymore ? will be making sure i’m not charged for anything else. a little sketchy .. hotels keep your info “on database file” for extra charges. will we stay again? probably not with so many choices near universal.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Rylee

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The main benefits of this hotel are the proximity to Universal and the free shuttle. However, the front desk service was the worst I’ve experienced. After a long day with an early flight the following day, we were met with loud guests in the courtyard - screaming, speaking loudly & washing their hands in the fountain. We could hear them over our TV & air conditioner. It was late and our child wanted to sleep, so we called the front desk to report the noise and the agent said “okay” and hung up on us while we were speaking - she did not offer to do anything about the noise. We called back 15 minutes later and she said she would send maintenance to deal with the loud guests, however this was never done. We had to wait another 45 minutes for the guests to go back to their rooms before we could sleep. If the front desk staff had not been so unhelpful and rude, I would have given this hotel a better rating. But if you’re looking for somewhere to sleep after spending the day at the parks, be prepared for a lot of noise and staff that do not care about your comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Bakersville

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is really nice. Clean rooms, beautiful room and bathroom. Our adjoining room door was not working so we called the front desk. The maintenance man was there in seconds. The food in the cafe in the lobby is DELICIOUS. The lobby is beautiful too. We would stay here again. The buildings are two story so there isn’t an elevator. Not a problem. The cafe is open till 12am. No buffet breakfast, but believe me I’d rather pay for and eat delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shauna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a nice hotel and I’d give it 5 stars but they don’t change your towels or clean your room during your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ilene

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The beds were comfortable. The staff were very nice. We brought our dog and he loved it as well. There was plenty of room for him in the suite because there is a whole other room for him to roam. There were areas outside to walk him which included “clean up” areas with bags and a garbage. The only negative was that the hot tip wasn’t working. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hot tub and pool were closed. Housekeeping was limited. No free breakfast. However I love that there was free parking and shuttle buses to and from universal studios and islands of adventure
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025