I loved everything about the hotel. The location, quality of the facilities and the staff at the pool, reception, engineers and the cleaning staff were all lovely and very cheery.
Sarah
november 2024
relaxed cool vibe, with great spaces inside and out, fabulous service, lovely pool area, comfortable room, Front Yard restaurant fabulous, free shuttle to universal studios a bonus
Carolyn
april 2023
The facilities were great and comfortable. Everything was clean, and the staff were amazing. It was very convenient to have the shuttle to and from Universal Studios and City Walk. I loved the fact that the hotel had different activities per day for guests. The staff helped with our luggage when we arrived and left. Thank you for that!
Emy
april 2025
The property has an amazing vibe. The pool was so refreshing, the dive in movies was a hit with the kids. Rooms very clean and the beds could possibly be the most comfortable hotel beds we have ever slept on. Staff all very friendly, warm and welcoming The trolley to universal was a handy addition especially travelling with young children who can’t go in Ubers (no car seats) The hop on hop off bus also picks up from outside hotel we only managed to do the yellow loop. Traffic is crazy so pick the one loop you are interested in cause it’s doubtful you can do 2 (if you want to get off and explore) If you want to stay close to universal would highly recommend the garland.
Jacinta
mai 2025
We had a wonderful stay at The Garland. The location was brilliant, the grounds were beautifully presented with well considered touches. The room was tidy, with comfortable beds and pillows. It had a great bathroom, fridge and setup. Whilst the room was ever so slightly compact for a family of 2 adults and 2 children the table & balcony gave us social spaces and the bathroom was well sized. The location and ambiance were wonderful. The trolley was very convenient, and we had a view of Hogsmeade in the distance. Whilst close to the motorway the room was really sound proofed. We had great help from the staff on one matter when my daughter was unwell. Our checkout process was less desirable regarding resolution of a dining charge issue between the restaurant and the hotel but this aside we absolutely adored our stay and will definitely be back one day!
Sarah
april 2025
The Hotel was a great find. The first impression, based on seeing the outside of the hotel in the pictures, doesn’t do service to just how charming and well appointed the hotel is. The lobby, bar and pool have a great hangout vibe and the rooms are super comfortable. The whole place has been updated from top to bottom and has a very special feel. The staff were great, and very helpful. The restaurant was super stylish and offered a good variety of foods for our family from pool side Nachos and sandwiches to a really tasty entrees like roasted half chicken in a cacciatore sauce. The hotel is not cheep but you get good value for money, and we will remember our time there fondly. FYI, the hotel offers a free shuttle to Universal studios, which made it a super easy to get there and back. Only a five minute drive.
Angus
april 2025
The hotel is awesome - really great communal spaces such as the pool and restaurants. The rooms were a great size and well equipped. It is a great location and is easy to get to. Great free shuttle to Universal
Rkeehan
oktober 2024
Staff were all amazing, the trolly was cool and loved that it took us to and from universal studios. My son loved the pool. The ambiance was very nice.
Melanie
mars 2025
The Garland far exceeded any expectations I had from just viewing it online and thinking "I love the retro vibe of this place". The wonderful reception area with all of the amazing furniture and fittings blew our minds on arrival - so fab. We were able to check in early (we arrived at midday) and our room was even better than what I had seen online. Perfect for the two of us who as friends, needed two separate beds so the family suite worked beautifully. The beds were the BEST BEDS both of us had ever slept on. So comfortable! The pool and bar area were fantastic to sit around and relax. We dined at the Front Yard restaurant for breakfast and lunch and loved the food. And the icing on the cake....finding out that the Brady Bunch house was a short 10 min walk away. We were truly living our retro dreams by staying at The Garland.
Alison
mai 2025
Absolutely love this hotel! Second time I have stayed here and the staff are always so amazing and definitely make the hotel!! Shout out to Tanner and Danielle at the pool bar/cafe who couldn't do enough for us! This is a great place for kids - the pool is always lovely and the hot tub is welcoming in cold weather. Love the twinkly lights at night and the general atmosphere. The laundry is a massive plus, especially when travelling with children! Love the little shop and both restaurants are brilliant, we ate there pretty much all the time they were that good! We will be back!!!
Hayley
november 2024