Universal's Hard Rock Hotel

The main reasons to stay here are the location, which is walking distance to Universal Studios Park, Islands of Adventure and City Walk; and the Fast Track you get for the rides. The room was very large and comfortable, and the hotel itself is very cool. The pool area is fantastic, with a huge pool, two jacuzzis and music playing constantly.

The shower in our room had no temperature control, and 95% of the time the water was scalding hot and we had no way of making it colder. On one occasion the water came out freezing cold and we have no idea why. We meant to ask about it at the desk, but we were so busy visiting the parks that we missed our opportunity. We visited the pool and enjoyed it, however the water slide was closed with no explanation. Our stay was very expensive - the most expensive place we've ever stayed. And there was no complimentary airport shuttle, which we would have appreciated.