Universal's Most SURPRISING Hotel: Sapphire Falls Resort Review | Strong Water Tavern, Room Tour

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  • Опубликовано: 25 дек 2024

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  • @zanepinkleton6257
    @zanepinkleton6257 11 месяцев назад +69

    Was hoping to run into these two when we were at Disney this past week so I could share how their videos helped me through a pretty hard time in my life and say thanks. I'll say it here instead, thanks for putting a little joy in the world and for equipping me with a slightly embarrassing amount of Disney knowledge haha!

    • @ariesworld9125
      @ariesworld9125 11 месяцев назад +1

      Zane that was super sweet. Sending some Arie Bear hugs to you as well. 🐻❤️

  • @courtneyceasar7878
    @courtneyceasar7878 11 месяцев назад +8

    I am one of those people who unpacks on vacation!! 😂 it makes me feel like I am at "home" & settled.

  • @MicheleKlinger
    @MicheleKlinger 11 месяцев назад +32

    Universal Hotels are so brand new to me as someone who stays on Disney property more often. Sapphire Falls looks gorgeous with so many lovely offerings, and the rum bar is totally up my alley.

    • @Iwannarockey
      @Iwannarockey 11 месяцев назад +6

      I feel like moderate priced resorts at Universal offer more than their Disney counterparts 😊

    • @AlyssaJ-MagicalAdventures
      @AlyssaJ-MagicalAdventures 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@Iwannarockey 110%!!!

  • @Canadian_Guy_82
    @Canadian_Guy_82 11 месяцев назад +20

    I stayed at Sapphire Falls for my 40th birthday in May 2022 and it was absolutely fantastic!! The room, vibe, staff, everything was great! Easily the best part for me was the water taxi to the parks. It was so insanely convenient and quick! Also super close walking distance to Volcano Bay.

  • @marycabral5047
    @marycabral5047 11 месяцев назад +11

    Molly talking to ducks about their vacation is the very best! ❤

  • @adventureswithhayley
    @adventureswithhayley 11 месяцев назад +10

    I had absolutely zero interest in Universal until I started watching Mammoth Club and now I'm obsessed (don't tell the other park....)

  • @megaraward8144
    @megaraward8144 11 месяцев назад +7

    Omg 😂😂😂😂 I’m crying!!!
    Molly: We lost some good men along the way.
    Alan: Because you shot them!!!!
    This was a great review and full of hilarious gems. 💜💜💜

  • @meganwalker1627
    @meganwalker1627 11 месяцев назад +8

    I stayed at Cabana Bay but walked across the street and checked out Sapphire Falls and absolutely loved it! Strong Water Tavern was my favorite restaurant/bar. After checking out from Cabana, my friend and I hung out at the Sapphire lobby until we had to go to the airport because it's so beautiful.

  • @KateS1980
    @KateS1980 11 месяцев назад +48

    Dear Food Network,
    Please give Molly and Alan their own review show; Guy and Giada have nothing on them!
    Sincerely,
    The MAM Fam ❤

    • @RSW552
      @RSW552 11 месяцев назад +4

      That would be “off the hook!” 😎😂

    • @LChatmanFL
      @LChatmanFL 11 месяцев назад +4

      100% agree. Love their food segments and the way they describe the food.

  • @courtneyallison9494
    @courtneyallison9494 11 месяцев назад +6

    Omg Molly your hair is beautiful!! Great video as always guys.

  • @michelletetreault9428
    @michelletetreault9428 11 месяцев назад +5

    You 2 are so funny with your word play!

  • @blugreen123
    @blugreen123 11 месяцев назад +4

    I'm a Midwesterner and have been swimming in cold water all my life, so I would be one of the hearty souls out at the pool when it's 60 degrees. 😂

  • @LChatmanFL
    @LChatmanFL 11 месяцев назад +14

    One of the greatest pro tips of all time... Book 1 night at a premier category resort to get 2 days of unlimited express passes. And change resorts for the remainder of the stay to save money.

    • @dcoll1512
      @dcoll1512 11 месяцев назад

      THIS IS NOT A PREMIERE RESORT.

    • @LChatmanFL
      @LChatmanFL 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@dcoll1512 @38:16 Alan gives the pro tip. You missed it...😮 I know Sapphire is not a premier. I have stayed at every single resort on property except Hard Rock multiple times. 38:15

    • @jocelynsantiago7154
      @jocelynsantiago7154 11 месяцев назад +3

      Yes I agree with you. We did that on our last trip. We stayed at Hard Rock for a few days and then on our checkout day we switched resorts to Surfside and stayed a night but still used our Express all day that last day. 😊

  • @starla5058
    @starla5058 11 месяцев назад +3

    i discovered you last summer when i was going to disney world with my niece & nephew 💟 your expertise made our trip so much more productive & fun 😊 stuck around for your wonderful personality - i love watching your videos while crocheting.

  • @Mis_Madius89
    @Mis_Madius89 11 месяцев назад +4

    We tend to unpack and use the drawers if we are staying in the same room for more than two nights.

  • @jkhegarty857
    @jkhegarty857 7 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Guys!! Thank you for another great video. You offer in-depth explanations and make comparisons when needed. You definitely help those in deciding their Orlando visit/vacation!! ❤ 😊

  • @bradsmith2937
    @bradsmith2937 7 месяцев назад +1

    Alan's reaction to "crevices" made me laugh a lot harder than it should have.

  • @fayeswiger8400
    @fayeswiger8400 11 месяцев назад +1

    Amatista Cookhouse at night for a dinner date is a better vibe and more food variety than breakfast. Its nice to get dressed up, linger over a meal, and walk out to the waterfall from the dining room.

  • @maureenramsey5919
    @maureenramsey5919 11 месяцев назад +8

    I love when they do resorts tours

  • @edvaira6891
    @edvaira6891 11 месяцев назад +1

    One thing I always find Most charming about Alan and Molly is that they just always Amuse each other So much…(as one half of a fairly successful 35-year plus marriage, this is a Vital component to a happy life together!)

  • @waywardexcursions2606
    @waywardexcursions2606 11 месяцев назад

    We've stayed at Sapphire Falls only once, but we loved it. Absolutely LOVE Strong Water Tavern. We've gone back there even when staying at other on-site resorts.

  • @merunamakesasmr8535
    @merunamakesasmr8535 10 месяцев назад

    Those shrimp are the best thing I’ve ever eaten at a theme park! I think about them fondly and often.

  • @christinathibodeau2448
    @christinathibodeau2448 11 месяцев назад

    always delighted to hear Molly and Alan make John Mulaney references

  • @wendyworobey9363
    @wendyworobey9363 11 месяцев назад +1

    My daughter deemed the Dutch Trading companies' coffee the best and she walked from Cabana Bay every morning to bring it back for us. We also went to Amatista's because of your last review of it. SO good!!!

  • @lovestodive1879
    @lovestodive1879 11 месяцев назад +9

    I really like the looks of the Universal resorts. I don't really want to go to the parks except maybe to see Harry Potter stuff so I can see maybe going a day before a WDW trip and staying at one of them and just doing an afternoon/evening at Universal. I can't ride roller coasters or most 3D rides so that means most of the rides would be a no go for me.

  • @knittingminnie7829
    @knittingminnie7829 11 месяцев назад +1

    Love love love this resort!!! Wonderful atmosphere and rooms.

  • @Ingrid-pg1gs
    @Ingrid-pg1gs 11 месяцев назад

    After watching a video that Molly did at Portofino in the past, we booked there and LOVED it! Great food, beautiful resort, express pass, boat, it really had it all. I would go back in a minute! This looks nice, but the express pass was awesome!

  • @FunAtDisney
    @FunAtDisney 11 месяцев назад +1

    When we stayed at Universal in 2022 for a couple of nights after our Disney World trip we chose the Royal Pacific because you get the Ultimate Express pass (beautiful resort!) .We did first choose the Sapphire doing the math, it made more sense for being in the parks for just 2 days. Our room was exactly the same as the one you are showing at the Sapphire (we had a pool/park view though) which we found for the money to be very small and tight - smaller we thought than what your get at a Moderate resort at Disney. Then again, at Disney we had a huge family suite at the Dolphin which made the Royal Pacific room seem even smaller.

  • @ladyrazorsharp
    @ladyrazorsharp 11 месяцев назад

    I've watched soooo many of your staycation videos and have enjoyed them all but for some reason this staycation is my favorite! All the dining options look great. Now I'm hungry! My son (10yo) was especially impressed with the pizza pretzel.

  • @laurafewell2301
    @laurafewell2301 11 месяцев назад

    The two of you are on fire in this video! I know that Molly is on her way to elite gamer! Love staycations‼️ All the info is so amazing and always makes me want to stay at the hotel & eat all the food❣️

  • @Jemmyjammer
    @Jemmyjammer 11 месяцев назад +1

    Hair’s on fleek Mols… great video as always!

  • @CarolHeney
    @CarolHeney 11 месяцев назад

    Molly....I love that you sing from "Hamilton"! I'm a Broadway LOVER!!!❤

  • @lizciampa
    @lizciampa 11 месяцев назад

    We stayed here a few years ago. We loved it! Boat service to the parks was so convenient!

  • @darkerwolf21
    @darkerwolf21 11 месяцев назад +4

    Hi, I love your videos so much. The part where you do the room price 6:14 , the text says Royal Pacific, but I think it's supposed to be Sapphire Falls. I'll be at Universal in a few weeks, and you guys have helped me plan so much. Thank you!!!

    • @dcoll1512
      @dcoll1512 11 месяцев назад +3

      I was going to note this as well. BE ADVISED THAT THIS LEVEL DOES NOT GET YOU THE EXPRESS PASS. Royal Pacific *does.*

  • @dawnd6884
    @dawnd6884 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for going to this resort so we could take a look at it.

  • @Amberrrr213
    @Amberrrr213 11 месяцев назад +1

    I’ve never stayed at a universal hotel so I enjoyed seeing this video. I loved seeing you guys play the dinosaur game that was awesome! I love that this hotel has a menu for the pets 😂also I LOVE Balto, that was one of my favorite childhood movies.

  • @cheyennerosedavis7569
    @cheyennerosedavis7569 11 месяцев назад

    I went Universal for a week vacation 2 years ago and stayed at Cabana Bay and loved it! This time we are going back for a 5 days and staying at Sapphires falls so excited thanks for the video!

  • @gamberlane
    @gamberlane 11 месяцев назад +1

    If Alan is so into S'mores, you guys gotta visit Dollywood (you know Max would approve!) and stay at the DreamMore (or probably the newer resort as well), because they have a complimentary smores thing every night around the fire!

  • @leslienall4717
    @leslienall4717 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the tip about dividing up your hotel stay to take advantage of express pass!

  • @PancakeJustice
    @PancakeJustice 11 месяцев назад +1

    Stayed at Portofino for the first time this past September and have been dreaming of making Sapphire Falls our next destination. I absolutely LOVE Loews hotels and can’t wait to stay at Stella Nova and Terra Luna in the not-so-distant future!

  • @geezygee
    @geezygee 11 месяцев назад

    That bar with the sports in the back - yo! That tuna looked like it was seared TO PERFECTION
    But crimes were committed when they only gave you 2 toast points for your shrimps. CRIMES!

  • @WeiserThanMost
    @WeiserThanMost 11 месяцев назад

    We just went to Strong Water Tavern after seeing your video about them a few months ago. We tried a bit of everything, and it was one of the best meals we’ve ever had at any resort

  • @j.r.1210
    @j.r.1210 11 месяцев назад +3

    The price differential between Sapphire Falls and the Premier resorts can vary a lot. My wife & I will be staying at Universal for four nights in June. In the past, we've stayed at Portofino Bay and Royal Pacific, in part to get the Express Passes. But this time, we've booked Sapphire Falls because quicker access to the rides isn't a big deal to us now. I'm not even sure how many days we may spend in the parks this time. SF looks to be just about as nice as RP; the main difference is the lack of Express Passes. And the cheapest rate at any Premier resort would be literally twice as much as the rate we're getting at SF! I think the rates at the Premier resorts are rising during peak seasons to better reflect what Uni considers to be the value of the included Express Passes, which after all can cost $300+ per person per day if purchased separately. So if you really don't care about Express, there's no reason to absorb all that extra expense. SF in our case is the smarter choice this time.

  • @stephaniematlock8155
    @stephaniematlock8155 11 месяцев назад +1

    I Laughed out loud about the ducks from Kansas! I would love to fly to Florida like them from Kansas our wind chills are anywhere from -15 to -21 the next 4 days…boooo!🥶👎🏻
    Always love watching You and Alan!

  • @lilskywalker4491
    @lilskywalker4491 11 месяцев назад

    Have done 2 separate 1-night stays at SF, each for HHN, and it was so great for that. Hope to make a longer stay there, and try out the pool and Strong Water. maybe this year.Thanks and really appreciate all the updated hotel reviews!!

  • @marilynm5024
    @marilynm5024 11 месяцев назад

    You guys are so much fun!!!!! Informative and yet fun video

  • @seastheday2215
    @seastheday2215 11 месяцев назад

    Love your staycations! My vote next is for Swan 🦢& Dolphin 🐬

  • @fazz1977
    @fazz1977 11 месяцев назад

    We love you guys. We were there for HHN and gave you a nod in that drenched rainy line for Stranger Things. Greetings from Melbourne Australia

  • @reesesmith5933
    @reesesmith5933 11 месяцев назад

    My favorite resort in Orlando! The wings at the pool were sooooo good and we could see the fireworks over Hogwarts from our room. I loved every second of my stay there.

  • @sha2596
    @sha2596 11 месяцев назад

    I am a multi year Disney passholder who is leaving Disney in 2025 for Universal and Epic universe. My plans are to stay at Royal Pacific, Sapphire Falls, and the yet unnamed in park EU hotel. So I’m very thankful for this video!

  • @roannaproxmire2314
    @roannaproxmire2314 11 месяцев назад

    Molly's hair!! 🤩😍

  • @kenashev11
    @kenashev11 11 месяцев назад

    We were at Sapphire Falls this same night…my son did venture into the pool when it was quite chilly that evening. I think he was warmer in the pool than we were sitting on the pool deck! 😂 We enjoy these reviews so much…super helpful! Would love to see a review of Portofino Bay!

  • @JB28584
    @JB28584 11 месяцев назад +1

    Fun story: we stayed at this hotel once and within 2 hours of getting there my mom missed the last step on the stairs in that stone stairwell and ruptured her Achilles tendon lol place was still really nice though. We still had a great time 👍🏻

  • @lilyyzzzsonic
    @lilyyzzzsonic 11 месяцев назад

    MY MOM SAW YOU GUYS ON THE CRUISE!!! I HOPE SHE TOLD YOU THAT WE WATCH YOU EVERY MORNING AND NIGHT!!!

  • @greatone33j
    @greatone33j 11 месяцев назад

    I looooooovvvvve Sapphire Falls. It's my favorite of all UO resorts. I really think it should be a premier resort.

  • @amygrant3027
    @amygrant3027 11 месяцев назад

    We always stay at Royal Pacific or Hard Rock!! You can beat the Express Pass included!

  • @dmwatters4560
    @dmwatters4560 11 месяцев назад

    Loved the video!!! We would love more tours of rooms with a bedroom that can sleep 3 in separate beds. Two of us snore and one is a brat and wants a separate room! We stayed at all star music with the bedroom that was featured on your “old” channel😊 and the dockside hotel with the bedroom. We want something (ha ha) affordable that we can ride the boat in to the parks!!!

  • @alexwallace895
    @alexwallace895 11 месяцев назад

    The Pirates impressions were quite good. Lol.

  • @katrinkrocker3338
    @katrinkrocker3338 11 месяцев назад

    I am a German TA and in December I had the chance to do sight inspections at all hotels at Universal Resort. Yes, Portofino is another league, but this one was my favorite!

  • @senza007
    @senza007 11 месяцев назад

    Super cute haircut Molly!

  • @VSpoodle
    @VSpoodle 11 месяцев назад

    I adored my stay at Royal Pacific and now have eyes for all the other resorts now too lol

  • @Htotheizzo55
    @Htotheizzo55 11 месяцев назад

    Was that a John Mulaney reference! I was over on the bench! I love you guys even more!

  • @rmfreeman1987
    @rmfreeman1987 11 месяцев назад

    I love that this was uploaded on Hamilton's Birthday

  • @gartengreenhorn4917
    @gartengreenhorn4917 11 месяцев назад

    Cool. We stayed in exactly such a room a week ago. Only on the 7th floor. It was great😊

  • @samjones8058
    @samjones8058 11 месяцев назад

    May have to check this out on my next trip!

  • @gailharris3640
    @gailharris3640 11 месяцев назад

    There I was just sitting on the Group W bench. 😎P.S. Liking the new haircut looks great.

  • @lizlandes500
    @lizlandes500 11 месяцев назад

    I’ll mention my same vote again. The Grand Floridian!

  • @bluebell151
    @bluebell151 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this great review! I really want to try this hotel but we are only doing Disney World on my next trip to Orlando, staying at Caribbean Beach resort. I think the hotels are better value and quality at Universal, the rooms feel more modern. Royal Pacific is my favourite.

  • @irishgirl4977
    @irishgirl4977 11 месяцев назад

    The hotel looks gorgeous but I would be hanging out at the Strong Water Tavern. Love to test the rum and those tapas!

  • @ryanjohnson4953
    @ryanjohnson4953 11 месяцев назад

    That’s the 2nd John Mulaney reference and I appreciate it.

  • @dashkatae
    @dashkatae 11 месяцев назад +1

    You were calling it wrong the whole time, It's Loew's Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando T M. ;)

  • @PrincessMeggala0913
    @PrincessMeggala0913 11 месяцев назад

    Okay, I'm confessing that the MOMENT you two started quoting Davy Jones, my brain IMMEDIATELY recited that ENTIRE scene in Pirates 2 in my head..............

  • @seriousblond007
    @seriousblond007 11 месяцев назад

    The "I was over on the bench" reference made me laugh a ridiculous amount lol

  • @juliebuchheit7015
    @juliebuchheit7015 11 месяцев назад

    Your universal videos almost always make me hungry. It looks like their food is way better than Disney.

  • @RickiMinaj23
    @RickiMinaj23 11 месяцев назад

    I only started being one of the people that unpack on vacation. I saw in someone's video that they unpack then, when your clothes are dirty you "repack" your bag so you're all done and ready to go when your vacation is over.

  • @staceymoorebarker
    @staceymoorebarker 11 месяцев назад

    This is our favourite universal resort and Strong Water tavern is our favourite resort bar 🤗

  • @UpAndAtEmAddie
    @UpAndAtEmAddie 11 месяцев назад

    I normally frequent the Wave Hotel in Lake Nona.
    I had a stay at Sapphire Falls last year. The property is nice and has a lot of amenities but the room, even with the lagoon view, left a lot to be desired.
    Also, the pool has food/drink service and is open pretty late which is a plus but unfortunately the pool isn’t heated.

  • @creativeescapestravel
    @creativeescapestravel 11 месяцев назад

    The universal pool sucks are my favorite!!! They are there every time I visit at Cabana Bay!

  • @juliemarienau4646
    @juliemarienau4646 11 месяцев назад

    We recently stayed at SF.. and i couldnt agree with literally everything you said hahhaa. While we had a great time, I would rather either save some money and stay at a Prime Value OR upgrade to Premier. But no matter what, I will be back at Strong Water Tavern again. We loved it. Ate there both nights we stayed.

  • @yojimbo_2000
    @yojimbo_2000 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for another great vid.

  • @StorySounds
    @StorySounds 11 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you Molly and Alan for getting me through the work morning! Always a pleasure seeing your ✨exquisid✨ videos!!

  • @Breanna.HouseOfCorgis
    @Breanna.HouseOfCorgis 7 месяцев назад

    Would love to see you guys stay at the Hard Rock Hotel - that's my top pick for when I visit next.

  • @jeninaslicer352
    @jeninaslicer352 11 месяцев назад +6

    Am I the only one that does laundry on vacation?😂

  • @winnie5873
    @winnie5873 11 месяцев назад

    I LOVE Sapphire falls. When we are trying to be budget friendly, we book sapphire instead of portofino bay. Strong Water Tavern is so fun, but I have never been a fan of Amatista. It feels overpriced for the quality of food. You’re much better off eating at city walk or in the park.
    Also the walk to Volcano Bay is surprisingly close! You just walk around the Adventura hotel and you are there, it probably takes about 5 mins.

  • @hillarybeth144
    @hillarybeth144 11 месяцев назад

    Ask for a new hairdryer if yours looks like this! It should be in a dust bag with a diffuser! 8/10 very good!

  • @AmyShinlever-w7x
    @AmyShinlever-w7x 11 месяцев назад

    Love the staycations!!!!!

  • @alejandraaranguren734
    @alejandraaranguren734 11 месяцев назад

    Colombian food ❤❤❤ I hope you enjoyed it 🎉🎉🎉
    Arepas are the best

  • @KforFreedom
    @KforFreedom 11 месяцев назад

    The conveniences (compared against Disney resorts look tempting). Valet parking & Room Service should definitely be offered by Disney at the Deluxe level. Also poolside service & room delivery of all my Harry Potter merch. I really wish there'd be more voices lobbying for Disney to bring that back.

  • @People_of_the_Mouse
    @People_of_the_Mouse 11 месяцев назад

    Ron del Barrilito 3 Stars one cube or neat. Simply the best.

  • @celticdancersue4413
    @celticdancersue4413 11 месяцев назад +2

    As far as I'm aware, bed covers in hotels are rarely washed or sent to laundry services. All sorts of things like unlean luggage or clothing from people jumping to lay on a new bed etc can contaminate the bed covers. It makes me cringe each time Allan lays face down on the bed covers.

  • @nataliekmitchell
    @nataliekmitchell 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for this excellent video! I have been trying to find out if the buffet is any different at the other hotels. I heard the Hard Rock is great, but also heard they are all the same. Any insight?

  • @luvspink98
    @luvspink98 11 месяцев назад

    You should do a stay cation at fort wilderness. I hear the place is beautiful and huge. You could spend a day there alone.

  • @InfectiousGroovePodcast
    @InfectiousGroovePodcast 11 месяцев назад

    I laugh every time I hear the John Mullaney "I was on the bench!" reference lol

  • @moneymanD871
    @moneymanD871 11 месяцев назад

    Great video guys. Love the video game play. Reminds me of me and my wife. Why are spouses so competitive with each other?? Anyways love the video!

  • @animationdude5
    @animationdude5 11 месяцев назад

    Reasons this resort is amazing...
    1. Strong Water Tavern: An incredible lobby bar that focuses on rum cocktails and delicious tapas
    2. Walking distance to Volcano Bay: Avoid the confusing bus system by taking the 4 minute walk alongside the Aventura hotel next door that puts you right at the entrance to the water park
    3. Water-taxi: The least expensive Universal hotel that still offers boat transportation directly to the center of CityWalk, which avoids the chaos of security checkpoint at the hub
    4. Starbucks: Although it is not branded as one, The New Dutch Trading Co. "Proudly Serves" all the typical Starbucks beverages
    PRO-TIP: When booking or at check-in, request a room in Guest House 3. This wing of hotel is conveniently located close to both the water-taxi dock and the coffee shop.

  • @FamilyGal
    @FamilyGal 11 месяцев назад

    We were going to stay there last month for the first time but had to cancel 😢. We got a great rate through UOAP, so that's something worth mentioning as well.
    Please do a stay at Aventura next!!

  • @Rimshathaesthete
    @Rimshathaesthete 11 месяцев назад

    Love your content ❤

  • @djweso
    @djweso 11 месяцев назад +1

    I know everyone is always asking about Molly's look but what about the blue shirt with the dragon that Alan is wearing in this video? Where?

  • @People_of_the_Mouse
    @People_of_the_Mouse 11 месяцев назад

    The ony time we stayed on property that's where we stayed. I still think it's the best overall hotel of all of their on property options; like the Ft Wilderness Lodge

  • @chouliha1
    @chouliha1 11 месяцев назад +2

    If you don’t care about fast pass, this is just as nice as the premiere hotels IMO. You get the boat too. I love it there. If you have little ones who go to sleep early, you may want to ask to be away from the convention center courthouse. They often have parties out there that can go late for kiddo schedules.