Universal Orlando Discounts

Discounts at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando provides discounts on tickets, dining and lodging to members of many travel organizations, including automobile clubs such as the American Automobile Association (AAA) and its sister organization in Canada, the CAA. Discounts are also available to Universal Orlando annual passholders. This section is a guide to finding the best discounts for members of these groups and the general public

Admission Discounts

• In addition to the previously mentioned admission discounts, AAA members save $4-$5 on multi-day tickets at the gate. Some regional AAA offices also sell discounted Universal Orlando passes to members in advance, but prices vary by area. The closest Auto Club South office to Universal Orlando is at 7339 West Sand Lake Road, Suite 424 in Bay Hill; call (407) 351-5610 for hours and directions. AAA South members can buy discounted tickets, annual passes, and vacation packages online at AAA's Universal webpage. Note: Effective 2015, you must purchase your park admission through AAA and show the "Discounts and Rewards" voucher included with your ticket in order to receive any AAA food or merchandise discounts inside Universal's parks.
• Costco Warehouse clubs sometimes sell discounted Universal Orlando tickets to members.
• Active duty and retired members of the United States armed forces should visit this webpage for exclusive deals on tickets and hotel packages. A typical military discount package includes three nights accommodations in an on-site or partner hotel, and a one day park-to-park ticket with two additional days free. Universal Orlando tickets are available at most base Leisure Travel offices, as well as at Shades of Green at Walt Disney World.

Resort Discounts

• All annual pass holder (including Seasonal and Power Pass) receive discounts of up to 30% on resort lodging, depending on availability. If you're staying at a Universal resort for 2 or more days, you may save enough on lodging to offset the cost of an annual pass for the adult booking the room. Similar (and sometimes superior) seasonal Florida resident discounts are detailed at this website. Tip: If you're trying to book a room on the Universal Orlando website with an annual pass discount, enter promo code APH on the search screen to see passholder rates.
• Check the MouseSavers.com website, which lists seasonal and specialized discounts for Universal's resorts, such as discounts available to residents of certain states.
• CheapTickets.com and Orbitz.com often offer discount codes for up to 20% their already-discounted Universal Orlando room rates; google “promo codes” or use a site like RetailMeNot.com to find the latest offers.
• The Loews free “YouFirst” frequent stay program doesn't provide cheaper prices, but it does feature free faster Internet access and room upgrades after a couple visits. you can learn about the program and sign up in advance at the YouFirst website. A similar program is offered at Hard Rock Hotel as Hard Rock Rewards. Note that the perks can sometimes not be used in conjunction with discounted rates.

Dining and Restaurant Discounts

• Universal Orlando Preferred annual pass holders receive 10% off food and non-alcoholic beverages at all theme park restaurants (except carts and kiosks), and 10%-15% off at select CityWalk and resort hotel restaurants. Premier annual pass holders receive 15% off at all theme park restaurants (except carts and kiosks) and 10%-15% off at select CityWalk and resort hotel restaurants.
• American Express members save 10% the quick service Universal Dining Plan with Coca-Cola Freestyle cup; you must buy the dining plan on an American Express card and use your smartphone to show the American Express offer in the Universal Orlando Mobile App at the time of purchase to receive the discount.
• Restaurant.com sometimes sells cut-price gift certificates to restaurants at Universal Orlando and in the surrounding area. Search the website for ZIP code 32819 to see what's currently available. Be sure to read the fine print before purchasing, as restrictions apply.

Merchandise

• Universal Orlando Preferred annual pass holders receive 10% off all Universal-owned merchandise stores and carts throughout the resort. Premier annual pass holders receive 20% off.
• American Express members save 10% off merchandise with a $75 minimum purchase when using their AmEx card at Universal-owned shops (excluding inside the Wizarding World). You must use your smartphone to show the American Express offer in the Universal Orlando Mobile App at the time of purchase to receive the discount.

Entertainment and Other Discounts

• Preferred Annual Pass holders receive 10% off services at Portofino Bay’s Mandara Spa, and Premier Pass holders save 20% (Monday–Thursday only; some services excluded). Discounted Mandara Spa packages are also regularly offered on Groupon.
• Preferred Pass holders save 20% on CityWalk Party Passes (up to 4 per day); Premier passholders get party passes free for themselves, and for one guest on Sunday-Thursday nights.
• All annual pass holders (excluding Seasonal Pass) receive discounts an 18-hole round at Hollywood Drive-In Mini-Golf for up to five players; Power Pass holders save 10%, while Preferred and Premier passe holders save 15%.
• All annual pass holders (excluding Seasonal Pass) receive $3 off admission to AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX (valid after 4:00pm).
• Preferred and Premier annual passholders save 25% off a standard one-day admission to Wet 'n Wild for themselves, or $20 off per regular annual pass for up to 6 people. They also Save 10% in the Breakers Beach Shop (excluding sundries and beverages).
• Preferred and Premier annual pass holders get a $2 discount on daily manual wheelchair rentals, and a $5 discount on ‘Classic Albums Live’ concert tickets at the Hard Rock Live box office.
• Premier, Preferred, and Power Pass holders get one free climb with the purchase of a climb on any in-park rock climbing wall.
• All Annual Pass holders (including Seasonal Pass) get 10% to 20% off inflatable pool tubes, cabana rentals, and souvenir cups at Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
• All pass holders can save up to 25% off base rates and get a free upgrade at Budget rental cars.

Finally, one sure way not to save money at Universal Orlando is by booking a package with tickets and lodging through Universal Orlando Vacations (UniversalOrlandoVacations.com or 1-877-801-9720), the official travel company of Universal Orlando. They advertise packages with attractive-sounding rates, like “only $99 per adult per night,” but when you break down the component parts you'll find that you are breaking even, or even paying a few bucks more, for the convenience of having a single point-of-contact for your booking.

Occasionally, packages may include perks like a Harry Potter souvenir or breakfast reservations, but you are usually paying list price for extras that could be purchased a la carte. An exception is during special events like the Celebration of Harry Potter convention, when private parties are only available bundled with a vacation package.

The only way that booking through Universal Orlando Vacations provides a genuine benefit is with the early park admission offered for guests of partner off-site hotels; if you can't afford on-site accommodations, this is the best way to enter the Wizarding World early.

See our Travel Packages page for more information.