I’ve been to Universal Orlando dozens of times. I live out of state, so this means I’ve stayed at one of Loews’ fine establishments pretty much every time I’ve been at the theme parks. I’ve tried many different tiers, too, from the cute, fresh, and semi-new Endless Summer: Dockside Inn and suites all the way to the massive, relaxing, and Express Pass-oriented Portofino Bay. But I need to be honest with you, I’d never checked out the Hard Rock Hotel. I admit I honestly thought it wasn’t for me, but am happy to report that I have now gotten over myself.
If you are around the theme park space at all, the general consensus is that The Hard Rock Hotel is an amped up hotel experience. Music is pumped out near the pool by giant speakers, and the sound even reaches underwater for the guests. With this in mind, I really didn’t think the hotel would be for me, until I actually bothered visiting. I must say, this is one book you should never judge by its cover.
