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Universal’s Dining Card Offer is an Amazing Value

Now is the time to book Universal Orlando. This gift card promo is amazing!

Universal Orlando is opening a new theme park in the summer of 2025. I know that many of you are anxiously awaiting this - how often does Orlando get a new theme park, right? But how does Universal keep the existing parks and hotels busy as most of us are holding off until Epic Universe opens?

To help put heads in the beds, Universal Orlando created a terrific offer:

Up to a $1,000 Dining Card Included in Select Vacation Packages


The Dining Gift Card Package Includes:

  • Up to $1,000 Food and Beverage Card for select food and beverage purchases across Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, Universal CityWalk, and all Universal Orlando Hotels (One Per Room)

  • 4+ Night Hotel Accommodations with benefits of staying at a Universal Orlando Hotel

    • Free Universal Express Unlimited Ride Access (Select Hotels): Guests staying at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel®, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort can skip the regular lines at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. (Valid theme park admission required; select attractions.)

    • Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal Volcano Bay up to one hour before the park opens (valid theme park admission required. Select attractions.)

    • Complimentary transportation to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk

    • And More

  • 2-Park or 3-Park Park-to-Park Vacation Package promo tickets for 4 or 5 days

    • The following tickets are available with this vacation package offer:

      • 2-Park Park-to-Park ticket to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure on the same day.

      • 3-Park Park-to-Park ticket to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay on the same day.

  • Free 5x7 Souvenir Photograph

Universal Orlando Free Dining

Contact me today to find out how much YOUR dining card will be worth!

This offer is subject to availability. Early booking is highly recommended.


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Have questions about planning your Orlando vacation? I have answers! Contact me now to get more out of your vacation.


Since 2010, Darren has been making Orlando vacations easy! As an Orlando resident, he is able to provide insider, expert advice on Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Florida-based cruises.


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Guide to Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando

Photo tour of Sapphire Falls Resort, a Preferred category hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.

Universal’s Sapphire Falls Resort is a moderately priced resort located just outside Universal City Walk and Islands of Adventure Theme Park. It is currently the only moderately priced hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.

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Sapphire Falls has a Caribbean theme with colorful lobby, tropical themed pool, and well appointed rooms. You’ll find similar amenities in the Premier hotels at Universal Orlando but an important distinction is that Sapphire Falls does not come with free Universal Express Pass Unlimited.

Video: Universal Orlando Resort | Sapphire Falls Highlights


Arrival and Lobby Areas

Room Categories

Sapphire Falls has 1000 guest rooms and 83 suites. Rooms have a simple, relaxed design with imaginative touches.

Suites range in size from 529 square feet to a sprawling 1,353 square feet.

Choose from:

  • Standard VIew

  • Lagoon View

  • Pool View

  • Kids Suites

  • King Suite

  • Presidential Suites

Sapphire falls Room Rates

NIght room rates vary by season, day of the week and the current booking status of the hotel.

On low end, late summer and fall, the rate for a standard room is about $283. During peak season such as spring break, Easter,a nd Christmas, the nightly rate for a standard room is about $438 per night.

Lagoon View and Pool Views are approximately $20 more per night than a Standard View room.

Kids Suites start around $500 per night at Sapphire Falls.


Room Amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 300-thread-count, 100% cotton bed linens

  • Smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning

  • Flat-screen TV with HD channels

  • On Demand movies and video check-out (fees apply)

  • Mini Refrigerator

  • Cuisinart single coffee pod brewer

  • Spacious work desk with ergonomic chair

  • In-room safe

  • Telephone with voicemail

  • Iron and ironing board

  • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton terry towels and bath sheets

  • Julien Farel Professional Hair Dryer

  • Magnifying makeup mirror

  • In-room dining service

  • Wake-up calls

  • Dry-cleaning and laundry service

  • Access hundreds of newspapers and magazines via PressReader when you download the Loews Hotels mobile app

  • Cribs available upon request

  • Pets are welcome to Loews Hotels in designated pet rooms.


Hotel Services

Lobby Concierge: Team Members are on hand to assist with any questions you have and any special requests.

Dry Cleaning: For dry cleaning or laundry, same-day service is available 6 days a week, including holidays. Express service is also available.

Internet: You can connect from your guest room, public spaces and even the pool deck. A premium wireless internet plan is also available for a fee.

Room Service: If you prefer to dine in your room or suite, Room Service is available 24 hours a day

On-Site Business Center: located near Conference Area. Available Monday-Friday, 7AM-5:30PM for Computer Usage and Printing.

Complimentary Boarding Pass Printing. Staff available M-F 7AM-5:30PM to assist with high volume copies and shipping.

Age Requirements: You must be 21 years of age, and provide proper identification upon check-in.

Pool and recreation

Dining Options

Sapphire Falls Resort offers a wide array of restaurant and lounge options.

Theme Park Transportation

Hotel Address:

Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando

6601 Adventure Way

Orlando, Florida 32819

Check in time is 4 p.m. Check out is 11 a.m.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sapphire Falls Resort.

As a travel advisor, I get a lot of hotel questions every day. Here are some of the most common questions my clients have about Sapphire Falls hotel. If you have questions about this resort, I can help! Let’s start working together on your Orlando vacation today!

Does Sapphire Falls have free breakfast?

No, the official hotels of Universal Orlando Resort do not include free breakfast unless you’re staying club level, available at the Premier Resorts.

Is the pool at Sapphire Falls heated?

Yes, the pool is heated during cooler weather. Lifeguards are also on duty.

Is there a resort fee at Sapphire Falls?

No, Universal does not charge a seperate resort fee at its hotels.

Can you walk to parks from Sapphire Falls?

Yes, there is a walking path from Sapphire Falls to City Walk and the entrance to Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios.

How many rooms does Sapphire Falls have?

Sapphire Falls has 1,000 rooms and 83 suites, each with a Caribbean theme.

Can you walk from Cabana Bay to Sapphire Falls?

Yes, it is possible to walk to Cabana Bay and Aventura hotels from Sapphire Falls. It’s also possible to walk to Volcano Bay however you will need to cross a busy street. A crosswalk and traffic signal are provided.

Do you get Express Pass at Sapphire Falls?

No, Universal Express Pass is not included free at Sapphire Falls hotel. This is what separates Sapphire Falls from the Premier hotels. Only the Universal Primere hotels include free Express Passes with valid theme park admission tickets.

Does Sapphire Falls have a water slide?

Yes, the pool at Sapphire Falls resort has a water slide and daily poolside entertainment.

Have questions about planning your Orlando vacation? I can help! I’m an Orlando - based travel advisor specialing in Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. I provide insider tips and advice so you can do Orlando like a pro!

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Darren is a Disney-focused travel agent with Magical Vacations Travel and has over 13 years of experience. Readers of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World rate him as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren is also an Orlando-based travel writer with topics ranging from theme parks to cruise lines.

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