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Universal's Stella Nova Resort

3.0 star property
Travelers plan their day of exploration from the sun loungers or over coffee at the café, finding the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation

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Just steps from the Orange County Convention Center, Universal Stella Nova Resort offers a vibrant escape. Guests unwind with poolside drinks, browse on-site shops, or soak in the spa tub. Two restaurants and high-speed WiFi complete this practical retreat.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

View all photos for Standard 2 Queen Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard 2 Queen Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Pool View 2 Queen Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Pool View 2 Queen Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mobility Accessible Standard Room, w/ADA tub (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mobility Accessible Standard Room, w/ADA tub (Includes Early Park Admission*)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Hearing Accessible Standard Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Hearing Accessible Standard Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mobility Accessible Pool View Standard Room, w/ADA tub (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mobility Accessible Pool View Standard Room, w/ADA tub (Includes Early Park Admission*)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mobility Accessible Standard Room, w/roll-in shower (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mobility Accessible Standard Room, w/roll-in shower (Includes Early Park Admission*)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room With Two Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mobility Accessible Standard Room With Ada Tub

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Mobility Accessible Pool View Standard Room With Ada Tub

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mobility Accessible Pool View Standard Room With Ada Tub

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room With Roll In Shower-Mobility Accessible

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room With Roll In Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Pool View Room With Two Queen Beds

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Pool View Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Two Queen Beds (Includes Early Park Admission*)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Orlando, Universal's Stella Nova Resort is near theme parks. Some of the area's popular attractions include Universal Epic Universe and Orange County Convention Center. Universal CityWalk and Universal’s Volcano Bay are not to be missed. Visit our Orlando travel guide
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4500 Epic Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • www.alamy.com
    Universal Orlando Resort
    7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida
    Universal Studios Florida
    9 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Universal Epic Universe
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Orange County Convention Center North
    4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Topgolf
    5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Winter Park Station
    21 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station
    22 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe L'Air de la Sirene
    4 min drive
  • Pizza Moon
    15 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • The Burning Blade Tavern
    15 min walk
  • Topgolf
    4 min drive

About this property

Universal's Stella Nova Resort

Hotel near Universal Epic Universe
Located close to Orange County Convention Center and Universal’s Volcano Bay, Universal's Stella Nova Resort provides a poolside bar, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy a poolside location and more at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), early theme park entry, and self parking (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and a gift shop
Room features
All 750 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 25 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Cosmos Cafe and Market
  • Galaxy Bar
  • Galaxy Grill
  • Nova Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Early theme park entry
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Early theme park entry
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 14 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2025
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
*Valid theme park admission and Universal Orlando hotel validation required. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to: (a) Universal Studios Florida and/or Universal Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando; (b) Universal Volcano Bay (weather permitting); and/or (c) Universal Epic Universe (opening 2025). Valid at select attractions at each park. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts™ Express. Benefit is non-transferable. Parks, attractions, operational times, and offerings for the Early Park Admission benefit may vary and are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions may apply.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 25 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Universal Stella Nova Resort
Universal's Stella Nova Resort Hotel
Universal's Stella Nova Resort Orlando
Universal's Stella Nova Resort Hotel Orlando

Frequently asked questions

Does Universal's Stella Nova Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Universal's Stella Nova Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 30 per night.

What time is check-in at Universal's Stella Nova Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Universal's Stella Nova Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Universal's Stella Nova Resort located?

Situated in Orlando, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Universal Epic Universe and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Orange County Convention Center. Universal CityWalk and Universal’s Volcano Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Universal's Stella Nova Resort Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 748 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 748 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 748 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 748 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 748 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven Armardo Razo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We been traveling around the US and Mexico for years, and this is definitely the best room we ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, new & clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Xiaodong

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good shuttle service to and from the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel with a super convenient location; close to all the Universal Parks, it offer free shuttles to the parks every 15 minutes, restaurant on place, great pool and jacuzzi open until late. Clean and spacious rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Wonderful stay!!!! I would definitely return! I loved the spacious areas, the pool and hot tub were great! That hot tub is huge compared to most hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff clean rooms .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is wonderful. The staff was very helpful. The room is modern and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, didn’t eat the food after day 1 it was overpriced. Pool was ok
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Funky theme. Slow check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for a short time but the staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lizeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Shuttles to Orlando universal studios, Overall clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Pool was fantastic. We really enjoyed our time at the Stella Nova hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Did not eat the breakfast but got coffee in the mornings and had a burger for dinner one night and it was delicious. We had an issue with the AC in one of our rooms and was fixed immediately. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, walking distance to epic, shuttles for resorts. All good stuff. Food could be better
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shuttle to all Universal Parks. Close enough to walk to Epic. Very clean and nice staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved being able to walk to Epic. It took us under 10 minutes. There were many shuttles available to the other parks so it’s very convenient. The café at the hotel was yummy and the pool was big and nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cherrylyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service is good. Clean room. accessible transport.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every part of our stay was perfect! From Early check in to amenities to food, all wonderful! Would definitely stay again! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sohe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Great place to stay if you are heading to Epic
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, only 10 mins walk to Epic. The staff was nice. Definitely, would be back.
Room
Pool
Drinks from the pool bar
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice staff, spacious hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment I arrived, the experience felt seamless and elevated. The night staff were absolutely exceptional warm, attentive, and effortlessly professional. They truly set the tone for a luxury-level stay, making me feel welcomed and taken care of at every interaction. The room was impeccably clean, the atmosphere was refined and comfortable, and every detail felt thoughtfully maintained. This property delivers not just a stay, but an experience. I would absolutely return.
Lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lanette

Clean room. Very close to Epic which was so nice. Taking shuttle buses to the other parks was so convenient!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for our trip to Epic Universe and were very happy. The walk to the park was short and easy, the transportation to and from City Walk was seamless. We all thoroughly enjoyed the pool and outside activities. I would absolutely recommend this hotel and the customer service was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026