One thing I love to do around the holidays, is to travel with my family. I don’t like to travel too far because we have a lot going on, but it’s nice to get a short break away just the four of us. Since we have season passes to Universal Orlando, one of my favorite things is to spend a weekend, or at least a full day out at the parks. With the time of travel, traffic, and parking, we like to stay at a hotel right there every so often. This is exactly why we picked Hyatt House Orlando to spend the weekend at and to enjoy some family time at Universal.
*This post is written on behalf of Hyatt House who gave me a free stay, but all opinions are 100% my own.
Through conversations with the amazing staff at the hotel, I learned a few things I wanted to share! Hyatt House, similar to Hyatt Place is a select service hotel. This means that it’s meant more for people who want a roomy and affordable hotel while they visit areas with family, or on business. Most people staying at a select service hotel do not plan on being at the hotel during the day, but enjoy the area around it. A full service hotel has a spa, restaurant, room service, and valet. However, Hyatt House Orlando is a very special select service hotel, because I certainly felt like it was full service.
Upon arrival we were greeted cheerfully and helped out with everything we needed. If we needed help finding our room, getting a cart for our bags, or any information on the surrounding area, they provided it all. The rooms are immaculate, and it definitely helps that the hotel is only 5 months old and beautifully decorated. From the mini store up front, items you can borrow if you forgot yours, free buffet breakfast, suite type rooms, small restaurant and bar with happy hour, pool and fire pits, it has it all!
DAY 1
We arrived in the evening and checked into our amazing suite at Hyatt House Orlando. We headed out for dinner at Bartaco nearby and then came back to enjoy an all day happy hour. It was great because the kids could relax and watch movies, while me and the hubs could get some alone time downstairs and feel almost like we were having a fun night out.
DAY 2
We got up in the morning and ate a delicious buffet breakfast before heading out to Universal Orlando for the day. The breakfast is from 7-10 am and has a ton of options. I pigged out and so did the kids. I really love a hotel that has a full hot breakfast and not just some cereal and fruit. We took the free shuttle from the hotel over to the parks, which was great because then we didn’t have to deal with driving, or parking. I will say to pay attention to the shuttle times though because we didn’t realize that the shuttles don’t return to Hyatt House Orlando until 4:30 pm and we wanted to return earlier than that. Luckily, Universal was less than a mile from the hotel and a very easy 15 min walk back.
We ended up having dinner at the hotel at H Bar and I was really surprised at all the options. Not only is there a permanent sips and snacks menu, the chef has a specials menu as well. I ordered a charcuterie appetizer, my husband had a tuna melt, and my kids had the wings and pork sliders. I really wanted the chef’s special pasta as well, but I ended up being too full. It’s not a full dinner menu, more of a lunch menu, but there are enough options to have a variety and fill you up. Also there are some great happy hour specials. Sun-Thur it’s from 8-Close with select drink specials. Fri-Sat it’s all day with 2 for 1 all liquors, $6 wines, $5 & $6 beers, and $4 shots. My personal favorite was Tanquery gin with an even amount of gingerale and cranberry, with a lime. The kids enjoyed the outdoor area with us this evening. While my husband and I sipped cocktails by the fire pits the kids ran around and even went swimming in the pool. No, it’s not heated, but for the most part of the year the sunny days heat the pool.
DAY 3
We checked out on Sunday morning after another amazing breakfast. They also recently started serving mimosas on Saturday and Sunday from 9 – noon, so of course I had to have one of those before we left. They are currently trying to come up with some kind of weekend, or Sunday brunch. I think it’s a fabulous plan, especially if they have bottomless mimosas.
We had such a great experience at Hyatt House Orlando and I can’t wait to go back. It’s the perfect hotel in Orlando to visit during the holidays, or any time of the year. It’s really close to Universal Orlando, Fun Spot, I Drive, and even Disney. It’s affordable and has enough room for the whole family!
Have you stayed at a Hyatt House before? They have options all over, so you should start looking at them when you travel.
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Xo, Nikki
You photograph very nicely…and glad to see Ryian in with you. I am sending his birthday gift separetly but need to know if it should go to you or a Roman. Is his last name the same as Roman’s?
Looks like you had a lovely time 🙂
I love a great value! Looks like you get way more than a place to lay your head with Hyatt House. I’ve stayed at my fair share of select service hotels and they make sense, especially when you know you’ll be gone 90% of the time.
I love the Hyatt House hotels! Though I have yet to visit the Orlando location, it seems it provides the same level of customer service and comfortable accommodation that I’ve come to so appreciate about the brand. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
I am so glad you love the hotels too Lois!!! It def was a great stay!!
Thank you Gma!!! I’ll call you xoxo.
Yes Lexie it was a really great weekend!!!
I am the same way Nicole, I love a great value!! The hotel was fabulous, glad you enjoy these hotels too!
Looks like an amazing staycation! Im a huge fan of them!
I was loving the place before you said bottomless mimosa’s! I hope they do come up with a good breakfast thing to go with those! Looks like you had a good stay.
I’ve never stayed at a Hyatt House before, but it sounds like a great option! We are headed to Orlando this summer to go to the parks. Before now, we never needed a hotel since we lived in Orlando for many years. I’ll have to check into this one for our group!
I love Hyatts and it looks like you had an absolute blast. I need to do this for myself.
What a lovely experience. 🙂 This reminded me of the time when we had a staycation. It’s definitely lovely. I might suggest doing it again.
I know I’ve stayed at Hyatts before, but not a Hyatt House. I honestly had no idea what the distinction “select service hotel” was – thanks for enlightening!
Staycations are the best! Can I just say how absolutely stunning you are girl! I love your hair and makeup in these photos. You just shine with confidence and rock that red! This staycation looks like it was a blast. I totally love the christmas tree!!!!
There is something so luxurious about staying in a hotel close to home. This looks like the perfect place to stay. Bottomless mimosas? Yes, please!
Looks like you had really fun time staying at the Hyatt House in Orlando. I will give it a try next time I’m in town.
You had me at bottomless mimosas! can I join? 😉
This hotel looks so nice!!
Jennifer
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Looks like you had a great time! Their breakfast looks sumptuous!
This looks amazing! We’re trying to plan a family trip to Florida from the UK for 2019, so I’m gonna keep this bookmarked to show the fam!
It looks like it was an amazing staycation. I really do love the kitchen area. Could be quite useful if you are staying a few days.
It looks like you had a fun time there! That buffet breakfast looks so good!
Woww looks like you had a lovely time.
What a great hotel to stay in. I love that fire pit and the ammenities sound wonderful. I love that you were so close to Universal too. How awesome! Need to check it out for my next trip back to Orlando. Happy Holidays!
Xo,
Miki
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Happy Holidays babe! Def a great hotel for you to check out since I know you like to travel affordably!!