If you've ever wished there was a Universal theme park designed specifically for younger children, your wish has officially come true! Our family of five (kids’ ages are 8, 5, and 2) visited the resort for its grand opening and had a wonderful time experiencing the brand new resort and theme park!
Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas, is the first-ever Universal theme park created especially for families with young kids. Instead of towering thrill rides and marathon walking days, this colorful resort focuses on interactive adventures, beloved characters, family-friendly attractions, and plenty of opportunities to play together. Whether your little one dreams of meeting Shrek, splashing around with SpongeBob, dancing with the Trolls, or coming face-to-face with dinosaurs, this park delivers an experience built around imagination and fun.
Stay Steps Away from the Fun
The adventure begins before you even enter the park.
The on-site Universal Kids Resort Hotel features 300 family-focused rooms and suites, all just a short walk from the park entrance. Hotel guests also enjoy perks like Early Park Admission (Bikini Bottom and Bello Bay Club open during early park admission), a dedicated park entrance, convenient dining, and family-friendly amenities.
Standard Queen Room
Perfect for smaller families, the Standard Queen offers 288 square feet of cheerful, colorful accommodations. Inside you'll find:
- One queen bed
- Twin-over-full bunk bed
- Kid-friendly bathroom
- Bright, playful décor inspired by the resort's youthful atmosphere
It's an ideal choice for families who plan to spend most of their day inside the park.
Deluxe Queen Room
Need a little more elbow room?
The Deluxe Queen expands to 314 square feet while keeping the same popular layout of one queen bed and a twin-over-full bunk bed. The additional living space makes it easier for families to spread out after a busy park day.
Signature Queen Room
Families wanting extra comfort can book the 424-square-foot Signature Queen room.
Along with the familiar queen bed and bunk bed setup, this room includes:
- More living space
- A larger bathroom
- A separate toilet area
- Additional room for luggage and strollers
It's a great middle ground between a standard room and a suite.
Family Suite
The Family Suite is the largest option at 486 square feet and works wonderfully for larger families or multi-generational trips.
Features include:
- Private bedroom with one king bed
- Twin-over-full bunk bed
- Queen-size pull-out sofa
- Separate living room
- Kid-friendly bathroom
- Extra room to relax after long park days
The suites make it easy for parents to unwind while younger guests settle in for the night.
Explore Seven Imaginative Lands
Unlike traditional Universal parks that cater to thrill seekers of all ages, every land here is designed with younger children in mind while still giving parents plenty to enjoy.
Isle of Curiosity
Your adventure begins in the colorful Isle of Curiosity, inspired by Gabby's Dollhouse.
This central hub serves as both the park entrance and a playful gathering place where families can:
- Meet Gabby
- Dance at Gabby's Cat-Tastic Dance Party
- Browse the Universal Kids Resort Store
- Grab a bite at the Universal Kids Resort Café
- Pick up sweet treats at Cakey's Cupcakes
Think of it as the heart of the park where every adventure starts.
DreamWorks' Shrek's Swamp
Welcome to everyone's favorite ogre's home!
This whimsical land brings the world of Shrek to life with playful attractions, interactive water play, and plenty of opportunities to laugh alongside Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and friends.
Highlights include:
- The family ride Shrek & Fiona's Happily Ogre After
- Splash areas perfect for warm Texas afternoons
- Meet Shrek and Fiona
- Shrek inspired shopping
- Fairy tale-inspired snacks and meals
It's muddy, silly, and exactly what fans of the films would expect.
Jurassic World Adventure Camp
Future dinosaur trainers should make this one of their first stops.
Jurassic World Adventure Camp mixes light thrills with prehistoric discovery through:
- Cretaceous Coaster, a family roller coaster
- Dinosaur-themed climbing and exploration areas
- Interactive encounters
- Live baby dinosaur experiences
- Air-conditioned quick service restaurant with Jurassic themed meals
It's one of the park's most adventurous lands while remaining approachable for younger riders.
Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom
Dive under the sea without getting wet (or maybe you’ll get a little wet 🙂)
Bikini Bottom recreates SpongeBob's colorful hometown with attractions, familiar landmarks, and ocean-themed fun.
Guests can enjoy:
- Family rides inspired by Jellyfish Fields, including the Barnacle Bus, Bobbing Barrels, Mrs. Puff’s Boating School and more!
- Bikini Bottom themed splash pad
- Meet-and-greets with SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, and friends
- Themed dining inspired by Bikini Bottom at Goofy Goobers (try the souvenir sundae!)
- Carnival Games for kids, including the Great Snail Race!
- Plenty of photo opportunities around iconic locations
Expect lots of bright colors, bubbles, and goofy laughs.
Illumination's Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club
Chaos has never been so adorable.
The Minions have transformed Bello Bay Club into a lively waterfront playground filled with energy.
Families can experience:
- Minion themed splash pads
- Interactive play zones, where you can spray Bello Bay Cruisers with water cannons!
- Family rides, like the Bello Bay Cruise (water ride) and the Bello Bay Golf Cart Derby
- Silly Minion encounters
- Minion-themed snacks and treats
It's one of the most energetic areas of the park and practically guarantees giggles from start to finish.
DreamWorks' TrollsFest
If your family loves music, this may become your favorite land.
Inspired by the colorful world of Trolls, TrollsFest celebrates singing, dancing, and nonstop fun through:
- Rhonda's TrollsFest Express family coaster
- High-energy live musical performances
- Troll-Inspired Techno Dance parties
- Character meet-and-greets with Poppy, Branch, and friends
- Brightly themed food and desserts, including two flavors of troll ice cream cones
It's impossible not to smile while walking through this vibrant celebration.
DreamWorks' Puss in Boots Del Mar
This charming seaside village combines carnival fun with storybook adventure.
Families will discover:
- Swings Over Del Mar - a high flying swinging adventure!
- Carnival games, where you can win some fun prizes
- Family attractions
- Fun shows with Puss in Boots and Kitty Softpaws
- Relaxing sensory gardens
- Coastal-inspired food options
It offers a slower pace while still packing in plenty of entertainment.
More Than Just Rides
Universal Kids Resort isn't simply a collection of attractions.
Throughout the park you'll find:
- Live stage shows
- Dance parties
- Puppet performances
- Interactive playgrounds
- Splash zones
- Sensory gardens
- Character encounters throughout the day
- Themed shopping in every land
- Creative dining with menus inspired by each franchise
These experiences are designed so children can alternate between rides, active play, entertainment, and quieter moments without becoming overwhelmed.
Should you visit Universal Kids Resort?
For families with children roughly ages 2 to 9, Universal Kids Resort offers something refreshingly different from larger destination parks. Rather than trying to squeeze little ones into attractions designed for older guests, the entire resort was created around their interests, height, energy level, and imagination.
Between the thoughtfully designed hotel, seven immersive themed lands, kid-sized attractions, live entertainment, character interactions, and themed dining, the resort creates an experience where younger children are the stars of the vacation.
If your family has been waiting for a theme park that feels tailor-made for your youngest adventurers, Universal Kids Resort in Frisco just might become your next favorite getaway! Reach out to your Me and the Mouse Travel Specialist to book your trip to Universal Kids Resort today!
