Wyndham Garden Orlando Universal / I Drive
Family comfort near Orlando's biggest water park thrills
About this hotel
Families basing themselves here for a slides-packed break will find the Wyndham Garden Orlando Universal / I Drive a practical choice. While not directly on a water park, it's conveniently located a short distance from Universal Studios' Islands of Adventure, making it easy to reach the big slides and splash zones. After a day of exhilarating rides, the hotel's family rooms provide a comfortable retreat for all ages. Toddlers can nap while older kids recount their adventures. The sun terrace offers a pleasant spot for parents to unwind. This hotel focuses on providing a solid base for exploring Orlando's water park scene, ensuring a restful night before another day of aquatic fun.
- Family rooms
- Sun terrace
- Fitness centre
- Bar
Our take
Wyndham Garden Orlando Universal / I Drive is a three-star with family rooms, a sun terrace, a fitness centre, a bar and free WiFi, and 4,292 guests give it a rating of 9. It offers easy access to Universal's parks, Volcano Bay included, without slides of its own. I would choose it for families with children of different ages who want a well-reviewed room to come back to and plan their water days at the park.
- ✓Book your Universal Studios' Islands of Adventure tickets in advance, especially during school holidays, to secure your spot and avoid long queues.
- ✓Plan your park days to make the most of the proximity; consider early mornings for popular rides before the crowds build up.
- ✓Utilize the hotel's family rooms for extra space and comfort, ensuring everyone has room to relax after a full day of water park excitement.
Why we love it
- Comfortable family rooms for all ages
- Sun terrace for post-park relaxation
- Convenient access to major theme parks
- Free WiFi for staying connected
Why guests love itWyndham Garden has no waterpark of its own, but its position near Universal Orlando Resort makes it a calm base for Volcano Bay and Islands of Adventure days. Family rooms keep everyone together, the sun terrace is a quiet spot after the parks, and the bar and fitness centre give parents a little time of their own. A rating of 9.0 from more than 4,200 reviews is high for this part of Orlando and suggests good service at a fair price.