Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Universal Studios Tours Hotels




When planning your Universal Studios Tours

vacation, you may wish to stay at a hotel that is

within walking distance of the park. There are only

two hotels within walking distance, and they are

both world-class hotels that are highly

recommended.



The Universal Sheraton Hotel is located at 333

Universal Hollywood Drive. The hotel has served

visitors to Universal Studios since 1969, and it is

known as the Hotel of the Stars. The hotel literally

sits on the back lot of the studio.



Featuring 436 guest rooms and suites, the hotel

often has many famous guests. There is no telling

who you might run into! Although it is in walking

distance of Universal Studios, the hotel staff believe

that everyone should be treated like a star, and

therefore, complimentary tram rides to the park are

offered.



The guest rooms feature high speed Internet

access, air conditioning, an alarm clock, cable

television, and a coffee maker. Hotel services

include a valet service, a business center and

business services, a car rental service, a concierge

service, and room service. There are 21 meeting

rooms on the property, as well as a lobby lounge

and the Baja Beach Club Poolside Lounge.



The Hotel of the Stars is the most popular hotel to

stay at, but if there are no rooms available, you

should consider the Universal City Hilton Hotel. The

Universal City Hilton is located at 555 Universal

Hollywood Drive. The Hilton offers guests fine dining

in several on site restaurants, and has several

lounges on the property as well. The hotel features

a health and fitness center, a business center, and

deluxe room accommodations. Each guest room

at the Universal City Hilton features a view of the

Hollywood Hills, including the San Fernando Valley

and Universal Studios.



These two hotels are highly recommended by

Universal Studios due to their close proximity and

the high level of quality guest amenities and service.

Because of their popularity, you should book your

trip well in advance, and make sure that you make

any special requests for additional amenities or

services at the time that you make your reservation.



Other hotels are available within driving distance of

Universal Studios Tours, but if possible, you should

plan to stay at one of these fine hotels. Again, the

proximity to the park and level of quality service

cannot be topped. You may also be able to get a

special rate on Universal Studios tickets at the

Concierge’s desk of either hotel.