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Cabana Bay Beach Resort Review & Family Suite Tour

January 27, 2023 by Mindy

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Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort is the perfect destination for a fun and relaxing vacation! This retro-style hotel offers easy access to Universal's Volcano Bay, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure — plus exclusive early access.. Whether you're looking for thrills or tranquility, Cabana Bay Beach Resort is your one-stop destination! Check out my Cabana Bay Beach Resort review below.

Entrance to Cabana Bay Beach Resort at Universal Orlando.

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Family Suite Room Tour
Pool
Hotel Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
Final Thoughts
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Welcome to Mommy Mouse Clubhouse! I'm Mindy, and I had the pleasure of staying two nights at Universal Orlando's Cabana Bay Beach Resort on my recent visit to Florida.

This hotel, located right next to Universal's Volcano Bay, is only a short bus ride away from Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. Plus, you get early entry into all three parks when you book your stay here!

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Family Suite Room Tour

The room I stayed in was a family suite with a kitchenette that is 430 square feet. Family suites can sleep up to 6 guests and mine was located in the Castaway Building right across from the pool area.

Castaway building at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Castaway Building

The living room in this hotel room had two chairs, a coffee table, flat-screen tv, dresser, and a sleeper sofa that folds out into a full-size bed and definitely shows off this property's retro theme.

Living room of a family suite with a sofa sleeper at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Living Room

The Kitchenette had a microwave, sink, coffee maker, and mini fridge. There is also a couple of bar stools that fit under the counter.

Kitchenette inside a family suite at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Kitchenette
Microwave inside a family suite at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
In-Room Microwave
Coffee maker in a family suite at Universal's Cabana Beach Resort.
In-Room Coffee Maker
Mini fridge inside a family suite at Universal's Caribbean Beach Resort.
In-Room Mini Fridge

The bedroom area had two Queen beds with a nightstand in the middle and a couple of drawers. There was a sliding door to separate the bedroom from the living room.

Two queen beds in a family suite at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Two Queen Beds
Retro alarm clock at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Alarm Clock

The closet has an iron, ironing board, and a safe.

Closet in a hotel room at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Closet

The bathroom had a separate room for the toilet, a vanity that is open to the bedroom and another sink that was in the room with the shower and bathtub. This set up makes it easy for multiple people to get ready for the day at the same time.

Bathroom vanity in a family suite at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Bathroom & Vanity
Shower and bath tub in a family suite at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Shower & Bathtub and Second Sink

There are also retro toiletries in the shower.

V05 shampoo and conditioner and Zest bar soap at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Retro Toiletries

Pool

There are two huge pools at Cabana Bay that are amazing!

Signs by the pool at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.

The Lazy River Courtyard and Pool is home to a swimming pool that features a lazy river and sand beaches and a hot tub. Plus, guests can bowl at Galaxy Bowl, the hotel’s very own bowling alley. 

Lazy River Courtyard and Pool at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Lazy River Courtyard & Pool
Recreation area near Lazy River pool at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
Ping-Pong Table & Connect Four

The Cabana Courtyard Pool has a dive tower-themed water slide, cabanas for rent and a poolside bar. I wish I had more time to spend by the pools here.

Signs near Cabana Courtyard Pool.
Cabana Courtyard & Pool at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Cabana Courtyard & Pool

Hotel Amenities

Cabana Bay Beach Resort features on-site dining including: Bayliner Diner food court, The Hideaway Bar & Grill, Atomic Tonic, Galaxy Bowl Restaurant, Swizzle Lounge, Starbucks and Delizioso Pizza. 

Bayliner Diner at Universal's Cabana Beach Resort.
Bayliner Diner
Dining area at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Dining Area near Bayliner Diner
Starbucks inside Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Starbucks Coffee inside Lobby
Poolside snack bar at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Atomic Grill

There is also a fairly large gift shop on site.

Universal Gift Shop inside the lobby of Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Universal Gift Shop

As I mentioned earlier, staying at this property allows you to get early admission into Universal's theme parks and that includes Volcano Bay water park, which happens to be right next door.

Cabana Bay Beach Resort guest entry to Volcano Bay water park.
Entrance to Volcano Bay

Cabana Bay even has it's own dedicated entrance that is just for hotel guests, which definitely helped us bypass the early crowds from the other resorts and is a short walk from the main lobby.

Volcano Bay water park at Universal Orlando Resort.
Volcano Bay Water Park

When staying at this resort, you also get complimentary transportation to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. The shuttle buses seemed to come around pretty frequently, which was nice.

Bus stop for Universal shuttle buses at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
Shuttle Bus Stop

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Cabana Bay Resort from Walt Disney World?

Cabana Bay Beach Resort is 8 miles from Walt Disney World and will take you about 20 minutes to drive.

Is staying at Cabana Bay worth it?

Yes! Staying at Cabana Bay Beach Resort is definitely worth it. Not only do you get exclusive early entry to the Universal parks, but you also get access to two great pool areas, on-site dining and shopping options, plus complimentary transportation to the parks. Plus, I found the rooms to be very comfortable and clean.

Does Cabana Bay have free breakfast?

No, there is no free breakfast at Cabana Bay.

Can you walk from Cabana Bay to City Walk?

Yes, Cabana Bay is within walking distance of Universal CityWalk. It will take you about 15-20 minutes to walk there.

What time is check-in?

Check-in time at Cabana Bay Beach Resort is 4:00 pm, but you can check with the front desk ahead of time for early check-in availability.

Does Cabana Bay have shuttles to Disney?

No, Cabana Bay does not provide complimentary shuttles to Disney World. However, you can take a cab or an Uber.

How much is an Uber from Cabana Bay to Disney Springs?

An Uber from Cabana Bay to Disney Springs will cost approximately $25.00-$30.00 USD depending on traffic.

How far is Cabana Bay from Orlando International Airport (MCO)?

Cabana Bay Beach Resort is approximately 17 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and will take you about 30 minutes to get there.

Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort in Orlando Florida.

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed this look at Universal's Cabana Bay. It really is a great option for a hotel and has some amazing perks for those wanting to visit the Universal Resort in Orlando. I am already planning to come back and bring my family.

If you're planning a visit to this area, my friends at Get Away Today can help you with the planning and booking process. They have even given me some sample pricing for a family of four with two adults and two kids ages 12 & 5.

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With their current sale on tickets where you buy 2 days and get 2 days free, you can book these tickets and a stay at Cabana Beach for 5 nights for around $2700, which is an amazing deal considering all of the value included with this package. (Prices can change at any time, especially during peak times). Get a quote here.

To find out more about Universal Orlando and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, read about my experience here.

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