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Hard Rock Hotel Orlando vs Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection
Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando are both endorsed by professionals. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando ranks significantly better than Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection. Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando has a TripExpert Score of 86 with praise from 12 sources including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando
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5800 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
From $247 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness
"Mission-style architecture, an impressive collection of musical memorabilia, and an underwater sound system built into the impressive pool make this the hippest of Universal’s luxury resorts."
Rough Guide
"Stuffed with rock memorabilia, and with familiar tunes blaring out at poolside, this is the least tranquil of the park’s resorts – and the most popular with the younger generation."
Star Service
"Overlooking Universal Studios from its privileged locale inside the park, this hotel is situated on a waterway that connects it to its equally impressive siblings."
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Zagat
3.7
"Guests "have a blast" at this "lively", "upbeat" Orlando resort that's set in a "terrific" location within "walking distance of Universal's parks"."
Gayot
"California mission-style architecture, thoughtfully chosen music programming, an on-site concert venue and authentic rock-n-roll memorabilia make this resort an attraction all by itself."
Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection
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8629 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
From $79 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"In the style of a medieval fairytale castle, this popular hotel features fanciful surroundings, gargoyles in the lobby, and a large pool."
Rough Guide
"A good-value, elaborate theme hotel, complete with Renaissance music and medieval decor."
Star Service
"This imaginative nine-story hotel continues to bear the telltale crenellated profile of its theme park masters."
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Frommer's
"Most of the hotels along International Drive fall into two categories: gigantic convention-fed pillow mills and nondescript low-rise chain-run pillow mills."
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Fodor's
"You won't really believe you're in a castle at this midprice hotel, although the whimsical gold-and-silver spires... may make you feel as if you're having a Harry Potter moment."
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