We Stayed At The Cheapest Theme Park Hotel In Orlando! | Review, Room Tour, Food & More!

[@belindaniemann5644]

I feel like when Jackson is older and watching these vlogs he'll be really cranky to realise all the dessert eating that happened after his bedtime 😂🍩🍪🍰🧁

[@JaneDoe-ip5yl]

😄😄

[@theeastfamily4591]

LOL

[@BarbaraHoward-qw1df]

That's what I thought as well! Jackson is pretty cool, though. Don't think he'll get to cranky!😊

[@GingerPrincessVlogs]

Anyone else get Deja vu when Tim mentioned Volcano Bay and Wet N Wild after dinner? I was thinking he double loaded a clip.

[@theweeklymovies2732]

Same lol! I had to double check if I had accidentally restarted it.

[@redwingprincess]

@@theweeklymovies2732 same!

[@notman05]

A glitch in the matrix

[@melinaaraya8886]

Same I think they loaded double! I was like oh no a restart the vid 😂

[@joscelyndonovan2857]

It’s definitely a double loaded clip

[@benwilson2225]

For the amount they charge for their rooms, i'm all in, very impressed. All I need is a tv, comfy bed, clean toilet and shower and a coffee maker and i'm all set. Plenty of families on a tighter budget would love that. Deal 👍

[@oneoftheraindrops]

“Baby proof pen” Jackson was like “challenge accepted” lol

[@Robongiovanni]

The "Insert key for power" is a very European hotel thing

[@tainahlv1]

In Brazil as well. I thought it was "the norm", so you don't waste energy when you leave the room

[@barbaramcknight6981]

Lots of hotels in Cali require as well.

[@nearimagineer4385]

Lots of hotels in Asia as well

[@jessygreene331]

And cruise ships. I always thought hotels should do that, brilliant!

[@scottloessel6493]

It’s also a cruise ship thing 🚢

[@Vice4Life]

Future Tim's head on Jen's body is both hilarious and terrifying

[@nicolemc2263]

“Admittedly when I think of “surf and sand” I don’t think of gentle.” - Tim discussing face wash 😂

[@jenmcnez715]

Tim is hysterical!! 😄

[@CherryBombBabe101]

I saw your comment the moment he said that lol

[@nicasalva]

you will see the "insert card for power" again when you go on your Disney cruise :) it is used to save power when you are not in the room. Your cruise room lights will turn off when the card is not inserted.

[@chrisdeacutis5053]

Insert card for power. Had that at a hotel in Italy years ago & it took me a few minutes to figure out. LOL

[@laraheumann5332]

all the hotels we stayed at here in europe do that! Especially in spain and greece haha

[@sarahmcclanahan7450]

we just left disney today and honestly i wouldn’t have known so much without you all’s videos so thank y’all from the bottom of my mine and my moms heart for what you do!

[@alisongriffiths5836]

We laughed so much at your dubbed comments about how you slept the night before🤣 Thanks for the laughs! Looks like a nice affordable resort, I’d stay there 😊

[@keshabarretto]

Hahaha! That dubbing took me by surprise too.

[@JennasMusic76]

I honestly cannot believe how nice that is for the cost, unreal!!! It is clean, and very up to date style wise, and the views are so cool. I will def stay there as it is a great deal. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@jesshavinfun3547]

I agree, we stayed there in December, I got a spur of the moment extra night a couple months ago, it's really nice for an unbelievable deal!

[@AM-sq7ot]

Agreed! So excited to stay there!

[@AM-sq7ot]

@@austingirl39 tell me more!

[@AM-sq7ot]

@@austingirl39 awesome! Must try when I go!

[@AM-sq7ot]

@@austingirl39 thank you❤

[@bloopbyte]

The sharp “no” when Jenn asked Tim if the trunk opened haha

[@disneysbeast5782]

Jen: Jackson I don’t think you can do that. Jackson: Little does mommy knows!

[@JYYB]

Jackson is very smart, I have noticed he CAN do a lot of things his parents don’t think he can do. Lol

[@jathygamer8746]

It might be baby proof but it ain't Jackson proof!

[@billbigelow9864]

My family and I spotted Tim, Jenn, and Jackson yesterday.......I called them by name, and wow they were so friendly during a brief moment. I think I may have caught them off guard as they seemed to wonder if we were acquainted already. we continued by.... little star struck.......it was a delight to run into them after being long time fans!!

[@brookenethercutt9059]

I would so love to see them, hopefully someday! That is so awesome! My sis actually saw him 2 years ago at MK!

[@nikkioverkamp]

We saw them on Thursday and they are SO sweet! 🥺

[@brittanyrobichaud565]

Omg the editing in this video LOL .. Tim's head on Jenn's body was SO funny! Good job Jenn! 👏

[@oliviamay2012]

Also, for our three year old for hotels(Jackson is probably still a little young) we use a pop up bed tent on a cot! It gives him a private dark area and he can get in and out himself. It’s really nice for napping too because it makes it darker.

[@tamireid8118]

Me laughing out loud when Jackson proves Jen wrong about the onion ring and the pen. 😂

[@renatahospedales488]

Between TIm's head on Jen's body, and the Voice Overlays, this was hilarious!! But seriously, it's made me consider Endless Summer as a viable option for my family vacation.

[@HeatherTravels]

I love that this hotel room has 3 separate beds! That is so hard to find. I am a single mom who is usually traveling with my two teenagers (a boy and a girl), so sleeping arrangements are a constant challenge.

[@shedley8904]

So glad you have done a more affordable option as someone travelling from the UK at peak season the deluxe resorts are really out of our reach & I'm sure for many others too. The key card/power thing is in almost all european hotels

[@Josue-tr3eo]

I’m a front desk agent at Dockside Inn & Suites and I’ve learned a lot about my own hotel watching this video lol. Thanks! Surfs up! 🤙🏼

[@Josue-tr3eo]

@@linyep hi Lin! We haven’t had any complaints about the towels so I think they fixed that issue.

[@debraball2641]

Looking forward to my stay at Dockside in October!

[@Shuttletrain]

Thank you Jen for staying around during room tour, after all your part of the family.

[@jBritney]

At first I thought the video was "staying at the cheapest hotel in Orlando" and I was CONCERNED! 😆 Love you guys!

[@joanne_luvsdisney534]

I was thinking the same thing! Lol!

[@canyouwhenyourdrunk]

I want to see that video

[@adventureswithRaegan]

Me to lol. I thought ohhhh bed bugs

[@flfamily1206]

Haha... it's the Florida project all over again

[@stacymcintyre1796]

What Tim and Jen are used to with accommodations shows in this video--this looks like a great room for families, and not just a place to land each evening. There's enough space to spread out, the table to eat there and save money by not hitting restaurants every time, and separation between kids and adults or little kids and bigger kids/adults.

[@cyrielletromp9423]

The key for the power is like on a cruise

[@cenithgomez125]

omg i was hoping you were going to review this hotel since im going in two weeks thank you so much this will totally help me!

[@morethanthrills1616]

This response is a great budget option. 👍🏻 stayed there twice now

[@juliannenance6919]

24:41 “cant open it! Baby proof” Jackson: “yeah right!” 😂

[@oliviamay2012]

That is a power saving technique used in Australia and Europe so that when you leave, the lights go off with you!

[@Annabellasaur]

Absolutely love endless summer- Surfside Inn & Suites!

[@pippiegirl1]

I was just looking for a reasonable hotel near the theme parks and then this video popped up! Thank you for the valuable information, great video!!

[@TheSkatelover14]

I LOVED staying here! I stayed for 2 nights as a solo traveler a few months back. I had split my stay with an offsite hotel across the street. I hated the other place and it was way more expensive. Never waited more than 15 mins for a bus, even at the busiest times. Beds are also comfy

[@warburjg]

I had that type of key controlled electricity in Korea. Usually the front lights still work without it so you don't have to fumble around when you come home late and it's dark. It solves the problem you always have in hotels, they don't need the AC on a motion sensor. It stays on because your key is inserted and you're in the room. While conserves energy while you're out. The first time we saw it we pulled it out to go to bed and sweated the entire time! Haha.

[@joceg5963]

my husband and i have travelled a fair bit, the key in the slot for power is pretty common all over the world, in our experience. we're always surprised when you don't have to do it. could also be that the majority of our travel is in Australia, where it seems to be in every hotel/motel that uses card locks

[@erinb2745]

Yay!!!!! We just settled into our condo in Orlando after a fun filled day and I am looking forward to relaxing watching this video! Thank you!

[@alisonneverland]

Literally have been searching for information about these endless summer hotels and here this is, perfect timing

[@NessieMay]

They have those key card power savers on cruises. It saves electricity when you are not in the room.

[@fallonelle]

Jenn: You can't open that pen. It's baby proof. Jackson: 👁 👄 👁 Watch me ✨🖊✨

[@lpc61]

Geez had to cut out .. Jen is 10 steps behind every topic... can't take it.

[@dwianiindraningsri]

The "insert key for power" is very common. The power will turn off 1-2 minutes after you pull out your key, so you can grab your things and walk out the door with the light still on (very useful at night). I think it's a lot better than having motion sensor for AC, because you know there's a human in the room when the key is plugged in.

[@ashleymckenney1197]

We saw them on our last few cruises on Royal Caribbean, as well.

[@Iburnyoudie]

This is also implemented on most cruise ships, so Tim & Jen have probably seen this on their Disney Cruise... it's just been a while since those were a thing :/

[@emilygee3122]

Almost all hotels in England have this. I thought it was the norm! It’s to save energy

[@dwianiindraningsri]

I think Disney hotels don't have this because they use magic band as key

[@achilles01202]

I saw a lot of these when I visited Europe

[@cathleenm9986]

For the price and when favoring in time you are in the room aside from going to the parks, this is a nice place for a great deal. The shuttle service to the parks is quick too.

[@mattramos5822]

Your videos really soothe my anxiety and I appreciate you so much for it. Especially while I'm at working, knowing my bosses are planning to fire me, but they don't know that I know. So I'm in a constant state of discomfort here and watching your videos really help.

[@CorinneBlackstone]

We had the insert card for power in punta cana. I think most of the resorts are like that there. You can honestly use any card in the slot at least we could there. So a piece of paper worked. It turned the air off if it wasn’t inserted and it was hot!!

[@Jeffi97]

That’s a very common thing in European hotels anyway. It’s to stop people leaving lights on when leaving the room.

[@dududubopdubop]

Yes over seas it is very common. Someplace electricity is cycled and have expensive and inexpensive times.

[@timnowaczyk2360]

Well they have been on aDisney Cruise which has the same thing so not sure why she acts like it’s something completely foreign to her.

[@audisheep]

i’ve never seen that!! that’s fascinating and an amazing way to save power & not forget your card in the room!!

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

it's because people crank down the AC when they aren't even in the room

[@dfbiker]

We use the key card facility in U.K often. There is a delay when you remove they keycard. Up to 15 mins once removed. People leave cards in to keep air on going etc. Only item that doesn’t switch of is the clock, toilet fan and fridge. Some of the new keycards need a magnetic key as well. So adding a normal bit of cardboard in the slot won’t work. The key cards have a very small magnet inside to trigger the switch when inserted.

[@shawnawebb4044]

The room key thing kept out A/C on all night which was so nice compared to the motion sensor

[@tt1st]

I stayed at a hotel in Bath, UK, that had those lights with the key insert - figured it was a way for the hotel to save on electricity. I'm sure guests accidentally leave the lights on all day while they're out and about. Seems like a reasonable way to mitigate a little wasted electricity.

[@angelrose4831]

We stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn when we came for our trip and we walked back and fourth to the parks everyday! Our hotel was close to this hotel so and we almost stayed here but at the time, it was a bit cheaper staying at Hilton and we had a great trip!

[@klerrr1]

I stayed at Surfside with 4 friends in November 2019. It was perfect for us. Cheap and the shuttle to the parks was super convenient. We didn't spend a lot of time in the hotel as we spend as much time at the parks as we could, but it was very comfortable.

[@kellybenko2828]

I like how Tim said it's weird that there's no couch in the room. It would be weird for me to stay in a hotel that did have a couch.

[@melk8220]

I agree with that. I can only afford ones with beds 🙂

[@nixcooper6993]

Tbh the price they were paying should have given it away that theres no couch.....its a BUDGET hotel and tbh I've stayed at the hard rock universal and there isnt one their either. Maybe they are just used to suites etc now.....that comment felt a bit snobby.

[@kellybenko2828]

@@nixcooper6993 agreed. I love how he kept saying it was pretty good for the money. To me, that hotel was amazing. That was high end in my world.

[@natalieway2701]

Idk if y’all will see this but I went to universal for the first time ever and stayed at dockside. I was super nervous and this video helped a ton! I never would have figured out how to turn the lights on by putting my key in the slot without y’all’s video so thank you! Your content is so appreciated! ❤️

[@jenniferkirk3862]

We love the baby jogger city mini it lays almost completely back for the toddler to nap in and folds in half for packing. Thank you for all your informative videos. Our youngest daughter is your biggest fan. We are hoping to see you during our stay.

[@sidney5382]

Look at Jackson being energy-efficient.❤️ I love the colors in this room.

[@loganl.717]

When we stayed in Greece a couple years ago all the hotels had that key for power thing... it made it very hot when we would leave during the day and the ac wouldn't run. 😊

[@eleanormoody3957]

In the UK most hotels have that slot for your keycard. Usually there will be a 10 minute or so delay between taking it out and the power going off so when you leave your room and take the key, you won’t leave any power on in the room! Then when you come back you put the card back in, and the power will turn back on and you won’t lose the card!! Great idea really Xxxx

[@ericaeames28]

I can’t wait until one day Jackson watches these videos back and realizes- all the treats and sweets came after he went to bed! 😂. Loved that you are showing budget friendly options in the theme park areas. Would love more of that around all the parks in the Orlando area.

[@Shawna_Show]

Love that stroller. I got a similar one for my daughter when she was 4! It was perfect for theme parks!

[@lelb1972]

I thought I had gone back to the beginning at one point because Tim said the same thing twice about Volcano Bay and the resort being built on Wet n Wild @15:10 and @21:50. I'm glad you went to this resort as I was contemplating going here for a week at some point. Where would you suggest to stay near Disney on a budget?

[@danalynch8889]

I normally skip hotel videos but I couldn't stop watching, I enjoyed it.

[@melinaaraya8886]

Tim with jen's voice at the end remind me of one of the Scooby Doo live action movies, when their "souls" went to the wrong body😂

[@samanthamccann6746]

The power card is very common in Europe. It’s a way for them to conserve power when you aren’t in the room. We normally put in a store card if we want the power still on while out.

[@TheMsjenna]

I’ve had the key and light thing at Disney Paris and on cruise ships.

[@tylerstrickland247]

Yeah I’ve seen it a few places in Europe. It turns off the power after 5-10 minutes. Saves energy with A/C especially

[@annaperkinson878]

Same at Tokyo Disney resort hotels

[@mmh290]

Love ❤️❤️❤️the bed/sleep review towards the end😂😂😂

[@sarahdodd7645]

Would love to see some off" Disney Property" hotel reviews! Close to parks.

[@andromedaspark2241]

Wyndham Bonnet Creek is nice, you can get great deals on priceline on it and technically comes with on-site perks (if they ever bring those back without a major upcharge)

[@TerraLynn-nk9eq]

Loved this! I’m a huge Universal fan…in fact I just booked a trip today! So fun fact when Tim made the comment about “hitting the hay”…went on an historical tour in Gettysburg and during the time of the battle of Gettysburg, mattresses were actually were made out of hay, at night folks would hit the mattress with a rolling pin to get any lumps out of the hay…thus the saying “hit the hay” was originated 😊

[@vikkigillespie732]

I can see Jackson start climbing out of crib & pack n play.

[@flfamily1206]

My kid would of, he climbed out before he could walk.

[@BusyTurnip41]

Both my boys were able to climb out by their first birthday!

[@caro8414]

The edits in the video are perfection!! You are awesome and always brighten my day!

[@lovedfriend2020]

Ive heard if you take out the keycard 3 to 5 mins the power is turned off in the room.

[@terriconnelly5163]

That sunset!!!!

[@dannyt7269]

Jackson’s like, this is NOT the vacation accommodations I’m used to lol 😂

[@melk8220]

Ikr

[@emmascott8337]

The insert card for power thing is newer to the US, but becoming more popular. There’s a timer in it so the power doesn’t got off right away and you have a few minutes. The idea is that when you bring your key to leave the room it’ll turn off the lights and air so as not to waste energy while you’re out.

[@hjrlu]

I love that Jenn went full snob. “It’s like a dorm”

[@bluetai8515]

It’s not snobbish when it’s true.

[@tmsala59]

Been away for awhile! Glad to be back! You all look great! Jackson Is getting big, bless his heart! Love your Tesla! Thanks! Stay safe!

[@Mattothy]

FYI: A standard USB is USB-A.

[@urmommabear5monthsago]

My two favorite words....Clean & Cheap 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 I Know where I’m staying next time Thank You💯

[@penneylane9771]

"After Jackson goes to bed, we can make noise and hopefully he wont hear" Tim and Jen: Has dessert 😆

[@hmproductions2197]

😂😂

[@rebeccaweasley4641]

We always stay at endless summer surfside when we go and we love it. It’s so clean and inviting. The staff are so friendly and helpful as well.

[@melissaj9108]

Would you guys ever stay at the new all star music family suites. They have remodeled them

[@AinslieJohnstone]

Another great video. Living vicariously through you guys. Love from Scotland xxx

[@sheannettej]

I guess we will be doing this forever. Tim and Jen are always literally where I am but I never get to see you guys lo l. I'm at Dockside right now and I've been here for the past week and you guys were here and I missed you 😩

[@jesshavinfun3547]

Lol, I found out rt after a stay at Sapphire Falls they were there the same night, one dayyyyyyy

[@michaelmalloy2399]

Same here, we were at Dockside but in Tower 1. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@sammarkiewicz9387]

So excited to see this video! I’m staying here in October for my first universal trip! Been watching you guys religiously since January 🥰

[@LauraBCBF]

The Key-power thing is so typical in Europe I thought it was the same everywhere.

[@nohcOOOOOR]

The audio editing at the end of the video was the best part of the video. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@aqhr0dite933]

pier 8 kinda reminds me of pop century’s food thingie, except smaller. pop century’s food area and selections is a lot.

[@lisadodson-newton8525]

Hey Y'all! Have a good evening and thanks for making my day 😊❤

[@brooklynnjohnson9285]

Jenn: "That pen is baby-proof. You can't open it." Jackson: Boom baby Also loved watching Jackson sneak an onion ring that I had to rewind it to watch a second time. So adorable.

[@AndreaRThurlow]

My sister and I stayed in Surfside in Jan. 2020 and we loved it! It was both of our first times to Universal. The standard rooms were nice, the pool looked like a lot of fun (we didn’t swim), and there was easy transportation to the theme parks! Also, the breakfast was nice (quick service but we don’t require anything fancy)

[@leighannlambert6930]

A great deal, especially for two rooms. Love Jacket & the Pen ..... Oh Nooooo !

[@KellyBurklund]

Awwww!!! I loved the family-style outro!

[@diannem2411]

I thought Hampton Inn price included breakfast which could be a pretty good savings for families.

[@rachelmills5881]

Yes, it does include breakfast and points for future stays if you sign up for their free rewards program.

[@melk8220]

Yeah and there breakfast is pretty good too

[@casandrajudge5624]

Last time we stayed at Universal we stayed at Cabana Bay which we LOVED. But I am excited to stay here on our next trip!

[@kourtneychew5936]

Omg lol I love the future Tim pop up 😂😂😂

[@andreaparadis7466]

Can’t wait to see Jen doing hagrid ride !! She deserve it !!

[@MrGrumpygit488]

Room lights sometimes stay on for a minute or two after removing the card from the power slot.

[@ilsehunt6338]

I agree with Jenn it’s a hotel if you are die hard park fans from open to close , it’s not for chilling in ! It seems reasonably priced for what it is ! Enjoy 😉 stay safe x x

[@thomasashman2512]

I was laughing so much at the dubbed over voice of Jen! loved that :D

[@supremenoahmemes4490]

We were at dock side in June and the luggage carts were always at the entrance of the resort. We never saw no more than 3 in the lobby area. We enjoyed our stay we are 2 adults two children. Only room type available during our stay were the standard rooms. It met our need we roped dropped 4 park days and spend very little time in our room. Our boys cant wait to go back to Universal. Also toddlers love light switches 😉 and buttons to push so much fun for all lol.

[@ScottG91]

Wow such a steal of a deal. When you guys stayed at art of animation a few weeks ago I think you said it was over $500 a night for basically the same kind of suite. Universal has it together, will definitely stay there for our next trip. Thanks so much for another great video.

[@Jojodademon]

My parents made the same mistake lol paid $500 for a suite when we could have got this for way cheaper

[@debraball2641]

Thanks! My niece and I will be staying here in October. It looks just like what we will need. PS I would describe the vibe as 'beach cottage' as opposed to 'dorm.' Much nicer than any dorm room I have ever seen! I personally love the decor.

[@brandicampbell2627]

My family and I stayed at Dockside for the 4th of July. Very comfortable hotel for the price.

[@inthenameofsanity2831]

We love you guys. All booked in for September 23rd 2022 to come out for two weeks from the uk. My family and I love your videos and would like to thank you for bringing such joy to everyone 😊

[@rachaelkilpatrick9774]

Very jealous. We (two adults and two teenagers) came over from the uk in the summer of 2019 and stayed in an identical suite to this over at Surfside. We were there for 11 nights but had luggage for a three week trip. On first walking in we wondered how we would get all our stuff organised but it really wasn’t a problem. The washing machines and driers were easy to use and not that expensive but you need to pay for the detergent as well. We only went to the Universal parks so just used the complimentary buses which were great. We used Uber to get to Walmart. Have a great time.

[@biamestre07]

Me and my family almost stayed there last year, it looks beautiful and fun!! Hope you guys are having a great staycation, excited to see what you guys will do at Universal, Jenn has to ride Hagrid's 😂❤️

[@coreyjunk4392]

The family who did the outro were awesome. Big group and perfectly in sync.