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Given that Cabana Bay was probably out of the question for the price range I was looking for, I ended up using the HOTWIRE link to book my stay at Holiday Inn and Suites Orlando Universal Studios for $74 a night. Since there were no other hotels that fit the amenity set and TripAdvisor review score/number of reviews, I knew it had to be that one. So still in walking distance and a hotel that has a lot of great reviews. Free parking, Free Internet, Pet friendly, Smoke-free rooms, Fitness center, Pool(s), Restaurant(s), Business center, Self-service laundry, Internet access, Golf nearby

Thank you for your insight. I'll probably end up purchasing through more conventional means if I absolutely decide I have to have this particular hotel. I just didn't know if there were any shortcuts that might give me a leg up when searching for a deal. If I decide not to go with Cabana Bay, my requirements are rather low as I just need a clean place to lie my head. Mostly was hoping to be within walking distance to the theme park. If I can't make that happen, then no need to be so stringent. Appreciate the quick response!

I'm heading down to Universal in May. Checking in 5/16, checking out on 5/19. I would really like to stay at Cabana Bay for ~$100 a night or so. If I can't make that happen, I'd rather just stay off site for much cheaper. I've been looking at the amenities listed and this site states that Cabana Bay on Hotwire lists: Resort, Pool, Hi-Speed Internet, Fitness, Free Internet, Golf, Laundry. Should I be definitely looking for all 7 of those under one amenity description? Are there more possible? Obviously there isn't any way to be 100% certain on getting the hotel you want, but am I barking up the wrong tree with my attempt? I've seen people booking around the price I'm looking for with different amenity lists on this forum so I'm just trying to cover all my bases. Thanks in advance for any help!