Does Universal Orlando Offer Military Discounts?
Universal Orlando offers various discounts and promotions, and military personnel are also eligible for some special savings. If you’re wondering whether Universal Orlando offers a military discount, the short answer is yes! Read on to learn more.
Universal Orlando’s Current Military Discounts
Universal Orlando Resort offers military discounts at their two theme parks – Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.
Types of Military Discount Available
The resort provides several types of military discounts, including:
- Special Offers for Military Personnel Active Duty, Inactive Non-Appropriated Fund (IAF), and Retired Military with valid service ID.
- Orlando Military Resort Program: Online Booking and Check-in Savings
- Military Base Hotel Discount
Breakdown of Universal Orlando Military Discounts
Here’s a breakdown of the military discounts available:
| Perk | Savings |
| Free Admission for Military dependents (2-16 years old) | Accompanies Active Duty, IA, or Retired personnel on visits. |
| Universal’s Islands of Adventure 3-Park Explorer Ticket | Access to all three parks at a discounted rate. Valid for Active Duty, IAF, or Retired Military personnel. |
| Orlando Military Resort Program | Exclusive to Active Duty, IAF, or Retired personnel. Enjoy discounts on Hotel rooms, Food, Shopping & Entertainment. |
| Military Base Hotel Discount | 15% discounts on hotel rooms for bookings made online at UniversalORlando.com or through travel agents. |
| Character Dining with Military Complimentary Breakfast | Active Duty, IAF, or Retired military personnel can enjoy a character dining experience with a FREE breakfast buffet in select restaurants. |
Eligibility and Procedures
To redeem these benefits, follow these steps:
- Show service ID: Provide a valid military service ID card or other approved valid government-issued ID and credit card to access the available discounts.
- Purchase tickets: Buy admission tickets at the Universal Parks & Resorts’ ticket box office or through authorized retail partners.
- Online Booking and Check-in: When booking hotel stay online, apply the offer and select "Military Perk" as the ‘Rate’ at the universalorlando.com website
- Verify Hotel Discounts: Inform hotel desk about the 15% military base hotel discount after checking in at the assigned hotel
Additional Exclusions and Conditions
- Ref: ‘Character Dining with Military complimentary breakfast’
• Character appearance and menu are subject to change without notice.
Active Duty, In Active Non-Appropriated Fund (IA), or **Retire***.
How to Redeem Your Military Discount
Contact Universal Orlando’s Military Lounge:
Phone: 888-689-6271 (Option 3), then dial 0 after the beep.
Email: Military.Lounge@universalorlando.com
Website: universalorlando.com/en/military-discounts
Don’t Miss Out! Planning Tips for Your Universal Orlando Trip
- Plan around peak seasons for the busiest parks, avoiding long line-ups and hot weather,
- Pack water, clothes, and essential items per your comfort needs,
Use Universal Orlando’s app as your go-to guide when visiting
Enjoy your favorite shows, experiences, the wizarding world, in this 7-day celebration, you never forget these 10 top tips or Universal’s official blog universalorlando.com/blog
Universal Orlando’s military appreciation extends beyond admission tickets – book a stay at one of their three on-site Hotels ( Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hotel Cabana Bay Beach), take advantage of character experiences, or visit the popular shopping centers in the USF Mall for an easy way to enhance your vacations with Universal.
In recent years, Universal Orlando increased their support for military visitors by expanding benefits, offers, and amenities, a true expression of gratitude.
Military discounts may change at any time, while active Duty, Retired Military and IAF members may use their government-issued identification card like military service ID card on-site or to redeem offer, this does not alter Universal’s ongoing efforts maintain military respect & loyalty worldwide.
