Rosen Shingle Creek
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9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819View on a mapPublished · Updated
Our 20 Nov check: from $150 a night
20 to 22 Nov, 2 adults, before tax
SpaRator Expert Rating
SpaRator 7.6: StrongSpa core 7.8
An average of the Spa Treatments and Spa Facilities scores.
7.6 Strong overall · guests rate it 4.6 on Google
10th of 12 in Orlando, October 2026
Independent-owned conference resort with a credible Florida-rooted spa adjacent
The Spa at Shingle Creek is 13,000 sq ft with nine treatment rooms, signature Calusa Cocoon (Native American tribal-named) treatments, and citrus and cedar Florida-inspired scents. Independently owned by Rosen Hotels & Resorts, AAA Four Diamond annually since 2007. The friction: no thermal circuit beyond standard sauna and steam, and conference-resort orientation means spa traffic clusters around event blocks. Right for Universal-focused trips after the May 2025 Epic Universe opening; wrong for destination-spa seekers.
Pricing and Availability
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Rate notes, fees and tax
- Peak
- Peak Season (December – April): $250 – $500 per night
- Off-Season
- Off-Season (May – November): $180 – $350 per night
- Rate notes
Self-parking $36/day; valet $48/day.
Fitness center access $10/day or $20/stay.
Rates correct as of Spring 2026; verify current availability via the booking links above.
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Spa Facilities
12 spa facilities: 9 available, 3 not confirmed
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9Not confirmed: Cold Therapy, Hammam, Himalayan Salt Room.
Hotel Facilities
14 hotel facilities: 14 available
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14Standard: WiFi, Restaurants, Bar, Air Conditioning, Concierge Services, Valet Parking.
About This Hotel
Rosen Shingle Creek is a 1,501-key, conference resort on 255 acres in International Drive, adjacent to the new Universal Epic Universe park that opened May 22, 2025. Independently owned by Harris Rosen’s Rosen Hotels & Resorts, the property operates outside the major hotel brand portfolios and has held AAA Four Diamond status annually since 2007 — an 18-year continuous run.
The Spa, Specifically
The Spa at Shingle Creek is a 13,000 sq ft facility with 9 treatment rooms, a whirlpool tub, sauna, steam room, and a spa lounge.
The Calusa Cocoon is the property’s signature wrap treatment, drawing on the Calusa Native American tribal heritage of the Shingle Creek area — the spa’s positioning is genuinely regional rather than borrowed luxury. The Creekside Signature Massage incorporates revitalizing oils and deep heat. The Everglades Scrub Body Wrap and the seasonal Coconut Lime Blossom further boost the Florida-rooted line.
Modern menu additions include the CBD Boosting Facial, the Espresso-Limón Slimming treatment, and Himalayan salt stone massage options. Express treatments are available for guests on shorter time budgets — a useful concession for conference attendees.
The fitness center is separate, and access requires a $10/day or $20/stay fee, inclusive of tax. The spa is open to non-resort guests via direct booking.
Who’s Right, Who’s Wrong
Right for trips centered on Universal Orlando — the property is adjacent to the new Epic Universe (opened May 2025) and a Universal Hotel Partner with complimentary park shuttles, though it is not a Loews Universal property and does not include Universal Express Pass.
Right for AAA Four Diamond value travelers — pricing sits notably below the Ritz, Conrad, Waldorf, and Four Seasons tiers. Right for guests who appreciate independent-ownership operational consistency over chain branding.
Wrong for destination spa seekers — facilities and thermal circuit are modest. Wrong for conference-week leisure travelers who will encounter peak-week ambient noise and booking pressure.
Where It Sits in the Market
Rosen Shingle Creek sits below the Orlando luxury tier (Ritz, Conrad, Waldorf, Four Seasons, JW Marriott Bonnet Creek) and above mid-market resort options. Its position is genuinely distinctive: independent ownership, Universal-adjacent geography, regional Calusa-Florida treatment naming, and the longest continuous AAA Four Diamond run in the Orlando luxury-spa segment.
For Universal-focused trips, it is the strongest credible spa option outside Loews Universal properties (where the Mandara Spa flagship at Portofino Bay closed in November 2024).
What Guests Are Saying
TripAdvisor4.3 / 55,315+ reviews
Google4.6 / 514,313+ reviews
Booking.com9.1 / 102,541+ reviews
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Location
9939 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes The Spa at Shingle Creek distinctive in the Orlando market?
Two things. First, Rosen Hotels & Resorts is independently owned (founded by Harris Rosen, no large parent company), giving the property a different operational model from the Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt Orlando luxury spas. Second, the signature treatments — most notably the Calusa Cocoon — draw on the Calusa Native American tribal heritage of the Shingle Creek area, and the cedar and citrus scent profile is locally specific.
How big is the spa?
13,000 sq ft with 9 treatment rooms. Smaller than the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes (40,000 sq ft, 40 rooms) and Waldorf Astoria Orlando (24,000 sq ft, 22 rooms), but comparable to Conrad Orlando's indoor footprint and larger than the Four Seasons Orlando spa.
How close is the property to Universal Epic Universe?
Rosen Shingle Creek is adjacent to the new Universal Epic Universe park, which opened May 22, 2025. The complimentary shuttle service runs to all Universal parks plus SeaWorld and Aquatica.
What signature treatments should I consider?
The Calusa Cocoon is the property's signature wrap treatment. The Creekside Signature Massage uses heat and revitalizing oils. The Everglades Scrub Body Wrap is regional. The Coconut Lime Blossom (seasonal) and CBD Boosting Facial recur in recent guest feedback.
Is the property mainly a conference resort?
Rosen Shingle Creek is one of the country's largest conference resorts — 524,000 sq ft of meeting space including a 95,000 sq ft column-free ballroom. This affects spa booking: during major convention weeks, the spa is busy with conference attendees; off-peak weeks are quieter than at smaller spa-led resorts.
Is the resort AAA-rated?
Yes — AAA Four Diamond annually since 2007, an 18-year continuous run. The lobby and public spaces, the Spa at Shingle Creek, the golf course (redesigned by Arnold Palmer Design Company), and the dining (A Land Remembered, Cala Bella) all contribute to the Four Diamond standing.
What's the relationship with Universal Orlando?
Rosen Shingle Creek is a Universal Orlando Hotel Partner. This means: complimentary scheduled daily transportation to and from Universal parks, SeaWorld, and Aquatica; partner-rate Universal ticket sales. Note: it is not a Universal-owned property (Universal hotels are operated by Loews), so it does not include Universal Express Pass access — that perk is reserved for the three premier Loews properties.
How much does parking cost?
Self-parking is $36 per day plus tax. Valet is $48 per day plus tax. Oversized vehicles (3+ axles) are $60 per day plus tax.
Is the fitness center included or separate?
Fitness Center access is $10 per person per day or $20 per person per stay (inclusive of tax). Separate from spa treatments.
Is the spa open to non-resort guests?
Yes. Day spa booking is available to outside visitors. The Spa at Shingle Creek offers express treatments alongside the standard menu for guests on tighter time budgets.
What dining is on property?
15 dining and lounging options including A Land Remembered (Florida steakhouse), Cala Bella (Italian fine dining), plus casual venues. The breadth is conference-resort-scale.
How close is Disney from Rosen Shingle Creek?
Disney Springs is approximately 15 minutes by car. Magic Kingdom is closer to 25 minutes. The property is closer to Universal Orlando than to Walt Disney World.
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- Platform ratings
TripAdvisor 4.3 of 5 from 5,315 reviews; Google 4.6 of 5 from 14,313 reviews; Booking.com 9.1 of 10 from 2,541 reviews.
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