Several Universal Orlando resorts feature impressive waterslides, but the most iconic in 2026 is the Hard Rock Hotel, which features a 260-foot twisting slide at its 12,000-square-foot pool (famous for its underwater music). Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers the "Roman Aqueduct" slide, which is styled like ancient ruins and is a favorite for families. Loews Royal Pacific Resort has a "Royal Bali" interactive water play area with a ship-themed slide. For those on a more modest budget in 2026, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort features two massive pools, one of which includes an iconic "dive tower" themed waterslide and a lazy river. Even the Sapphire Falls Resort offers a large pool with a stone-themed slide. Choosing between them in 2026 usually comes down to the "vibe" of the hotel, as the waterslide quality is consistently high across all these "Premier" and "Preferred" category Universal properties.