Newbie Looking For Lodging

[CheapMom]

Hi- been to wdw many times but never Universal. I like to stay at the value resorts at WDW. Is there something comprarable near Universal? A few more questions.

I am looking for a good value- under $100 per night- near Universal (with shuttle maybe) that is clean and has a decent pool.

Where is the best place to find price comparisons for Universal area hotels?

Are there any hotels that offer shuttle service to and from MCO?
Thanks

 

[jstehman]

Try these sites for your research:
www.orbitz.com
www.travelocity.com

 

[CheapMom]

Thanks- also- can you get rooms on-site for below rack rate like you can at WDW? Where is the best place to look for deals?

 

[damo]

When are you going. Rates change drastically throughout peak and non-peak season. I am getting Hard Rock Hotel for $139 in two weeks and the Royal Pacific is going for $119. These are about as low as the rates go. During peak times, you can add $100 to those rates.

 

[robvia]

You can look at the offsite hotels on my site here
http://www.nogodforme.com/offsite.htm
The 3 onsite hotels of Universal cost more than the value resorts of Disney, so you'll end up staying offsite.
My favorite offsite hotel is the Hilton Garden Inn because it's new.
I wouldn't use hotel shuttles because they are not reliable. That's why I tell people to rent a car, even if it means paying the parking fee.
For my trip up on March 5th, I'm staying at the Amerisuites for $94 a night, which is within walking distance.