Live Together With Minions at the Newly Opened Hotel Universal Port Vita!
Universal Studios Japan's brand new official hotel, Hotel Universal Port Vita, opened its doors on July 15, 2018 (Sun)! Book your stay now for an unforgettable trip to Universal Studios Japan (USJ). As an official USJ hotel, they have various unique features, such as the Minions at the entrance that greet the guests as they arrive!
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Hotel Universal Port Vita Is Now Open!
There are 428 guest rooms in total. With 14 different types of guest rooms, you are sure to find one that suits you, whether you are traveling with your other half, family, or as part of a large group. The communal spaces, such as the entrance and the lobby, are adorned with decorations and monuments of Minions.
Check Out All the Minion Decorations!
There is a Minions monument right at the main entrance of the hotel. Additionally, there are more Minions scattered throughout the hotel, such as on the windows of the entrance and in the elevators. The fun and excitement of USJ will follow you back to the hotel after your day at the theme park!
Facilities
Guest Rooms
From comfortable single rooms where you can sit back and relax, to duplex rooms and rooms with bunk beds, you can choose the perfect guest room for you! They even have spacious rooms (70 sq.m.) that overlook the theme park.
Vita Dining Solis Gratia
"Solis gratia" means "blessings of the sun" in Latin, and true to its name, the restaurant runs under the theme of being a fun and delicious restaurant filled with the blessings of the sun. Their menu is buffet-style, featuring a wide selection of seasonal dishes.
Aside from the buffet corner, they have a stone oven in the center where pizzas are baked every day, as well as an open kitchen where you can see the chefs at work. Enjoy the numerous unique dishes they have on offer!
From July 15 (Sunday) to September 6 (Thursday), to commemorate its opening, the restaurant will be holding a dinner buffet entitled "Blessings of the Sun". It will feature their popular roast beef and sushi, as well as seasonal Japanese, Western, and Chinese menus. You will also get to savor a selection of mouthwatering desserts!
(Breakfast) 6:30 am - 10:30 am (last entry at 10:00 am)
(Dinner) 5:30 am - 9:30 am (last entry at 9:00 pm)
*Opening times may change depending on the season.
Lobby and Other Common Spaces
From the ceiling of the roughly 13.5m high atrium of the lobby hangs a chandelier measuring around 3m in diameter and around 10m in length. It is known as the Light Shower, and features around 7,500 separate pieces that reflect light, giving the space some sparkle.
Additionally, as you ascend the escalator, you will see the Sunny Tree - a replica of a tree measuring aroud 8m in height - extending into the sky right in front of you.
Celebrate its Opening! Get a Free Minion Badge
Every guest staying at the hotel between July 15, 2018 (Sun) and September 30, 2018 (Sun) will receive a free Minion badge that has been created by the hotel in collaboration with Universal Studios Japan. They come in 6 different designs, plus an additional secret design. Stay over and see which of the 7 badges you get!
The information in this article is accurate at the time of publication.
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