Sheraton Universal

Predictability is an asset at this classic high-rise, with hanging crystal chandeliers in the lobby and an epic view of the mountains. The friendly staff goes out of their way help individual guests and groups maximize their time at the park—which you can access by a complimentary tram. Not that there’s any shortage of recreational options here: a heated outdoor pool, cabanas and a fully-equipped gym round out the amenities. Meanwhile, the restaurant, Californias, does eclectic gastropub fare (chili con queso, steak, fish and chips) in a lively dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows.