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Universal's Stella Nova Resort

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Universal Epic Universe

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Interior
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

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Tomorrow

Sep 14 - Sep 15
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View all photos for Standard 2 Queen Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard 2 Queen Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hearing Accessible Standard Room (Includes Early Park Admission*)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4500 Epic Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • SeaWorld® Orlando - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Orange County Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Universal Orlando Resort - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosmos Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Das Stakehaus - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafe L'Air de la Sirene - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Moon - ‬15 min walk

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)
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and local meal delivery service
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and concierge services
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 coffee/tea makers

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
  • 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

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
*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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

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 at Universal's Stella Nova Resort?

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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Universal's Stella Nova Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 200 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Beauriful place wurh a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tchay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but it was very beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeerawan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirielys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay near Thematic Parks .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ma Conception

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the ambience and the staff! Food options are good too.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an extension of Epic Universe with it’s vibe decor. And the staff was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel for the Epic Theme Park. Universal hotels are the best way to go once theme parks are part of the agenda. Will try Stella Luna after.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

IVONNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel with excellent location near attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don mourice demeritte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet and clean property. The breakfast at cosmo cafe was on point everyday according to my daughter we had it for seven days. Staff was was great and very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this place. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property and across the way from Epic Universe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was lovely! Has very close proximity to epic universe, staff was very nice and welcoming which made the experience great. Had very good amenities but I will note that the dining options are a bit pricey but overall would come stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Wonderful resort. Spacious and loved the large spa and pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located property with a great ambiance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an awesome location if you want to check out the epic universe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for park hopping between Universal Studio and Epic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the pool. It was very relaxing and not a lot of little kids. I also thought the rooms were clean and very on them for space. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time! The theme was so cute but the staff is what really made it an epic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice play, very clean and quiet. Transportation on time. Epic Universe very close. I love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food court options were fine, I enjoyed the couple of meals I had there. Easily walkable or a quick bus ride to Epic Universe.
View of Epic Universe
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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