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Universal Stella Nova Resort

A Prime Value hotel opened in January 2025 beside Universal Epic Universe, reached on foot or by a free shuttle. Separate free shuttles go to CityWalk for Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.

⚠ Universal Volcano Bay is closed for maintenance until on or before 1 April 2027, so its hotel perks do not apply until then.

Mid-rangeUniversal Stella Nova ResortKids' club not listed
Water park · from International DriveAquatica Orlando5 min
Theme park · from International DriveUniversal Epic Universe10 min
Theme park · from International DriveUniversal Studios Florida & Islands of Adventure10 min
Theme park · from International DriveSeaWorld Orlando10 min

Drive times from International Drive.

The facts parents check first

Kids' club
None listed on the resort's site
Rooms for a family
Standard rooms have two queen beds and sleep up to four; families of five need two rooms.
Nearest big attraction
Epic Universe, walking path next to the hotel

Why families pick it

  • Getting there: A walking path and a free shuttle connect the hotel to Epic Universe.
  • Getting there: Early Park Admission to select attractions with a valid theme park ticket.
  • Rooms: Double-queen rooms of about 315 sq ft sleep up to four.

Best room for four

Standard Room – Double Queen. The only room type; fine for 2+2, book two adjoining for larger families.

Good for

Families with kids 7+ focused on Epic Universe and the Universal parks.

Think twice if

Rooms are compact and there are no suites, so five or more means two rooms.

Other family resorts in Orlando

Some details could not be confirmed on the resort's own site and are left out. What we read: universalorlando.com. Partner links may earn us a commission at no cost to you.