i saw the rates and the amenities to booking with dreams unlimited.
it is a partner hotel but you would have to book thru universal and get a package to receive the amenities that uo gives, such as the early entry.
the wording in the ad for the link was confusing to me at first.
Rates
from $69!!!!
Located just a short walk from the main entrance to Universal Orlando - The Doubletree Hotel at Universal Orlando is a great alternative for those seeking a well appointed, comfortable hotel with great location and an unbeatable price.
Book now thru 9/30/11
for travel 8/1/11 thru 10/13/11.
This is for new reservations only
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As a
"Universal Partner Hotel" guests recieve Exclusive Discounts for staying at this property:
15% off merchandise
on purchases over $50 at Islands of Adventure Trading Company and Universal Studios Store (Not valid with other offers.
Promotions subject to change. Discounts exclude film, batteries, candy, tobacco, sundries and media.)
15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages at select locations in both theme parks: *Universal's Islands of Adventure, Confisco Grille and Mythos Restaurant
* Universal Studios, Finnegans Bar and Grill and Lombard's Seafood Grille
10% off food and non-alcoholic beverages at the following CityWalk venues:
Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville, Pat O'Brien's, Bob Marley - Ar Tribute to Freedom, CityJazz, the Groove, Pastamore
Doubletree Hotel at the entrance to Universal Orlando
Located just a short walk from the main entrance to Universal Orlando - The Doubletree Hotel at Universal Orlando is a great alternative for those seeking a well appointed, comfortable hotel with great location and an unbeatable price.
From its open, meticulously landscaped lobby - to its large, comfortable (and recently renovated) guest rooms - this hotel has everything you need to experience Universal Orlando in style and comfort - without breaking the bank.
The hotel features a large heated swimming pool, and one of the largest whirlpool spa's we've ever seen at a hotel. There are several dining options available at the hotel from 'grab and go' type deli sandwiches, to full sit-down meals (including breakfast).
This hotels strongest feature, however, is it's proximity to Universal Orlando. It is a short walk along a lighted sidewalk path right to the main gate of both theme parks and City Walk.
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Doubletree Hotel Guest Rooms
The hotel just recently completed a $12M renovation, and nowhere is this more evident then in the guest rooms. The rooms are large (350 sq. ft. +), well decorated, and will comfortably hold a family of four. Every room has one king or two queen beds, all featuring the "Sweet Dreams by Doubletree" pillow-top mattresses and bedding. Each room also has a 32" flat screen television, Neutrogina toiletries and shower products in the bathrooms, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, AM/FM clock radio with MP3 connection, blackout drapes and more.
Special Discounts for Doubletree Hotel guests
Because the Doubletree Hotel Universal is a Universal Orlando partner hotel, you're entitled to special discounts not available anywhere else. These include 15% off merchandise on purchases over $50 at select locations in Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. You're also entitled to 15% off food and non-alcoholic beverages at select theme park locations, and 10% off food and non-alcoholic beverages at select Universal CityWalk venues.
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the discounts look really sweet.
i am guessing guests will be given a card or something to show they booked for this promo that includes the discount.
it only includes the discount on the 4 sit down restaurants.
the merch discount is valid for purchases over $50.
it is limited on dates.
only covers from Aug. 1st to Oct 13th.
double tree is a very popular hotel for off site guests.
for the promo time period, the $69 is good.
with the ad listing $69 and up, i don't know what the "up" will be.
i haven't heard of any complaints about this hotel except the daily parking fee.
