Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation (2018): Cast & Ratings
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation is a 2018 adventure thriller starring Adam Sandler as Dracula, Kathryn Hahn and Selena Gomez. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes and earned $541.5 million worldwide on a $80 million budget. Critics gave it 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 37m (97 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Sony Pictures Releasing
- Budget
- $80M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation About?
The premise of Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Dracula and his family embark on a luxurious cruise for a summer vacation, escaping their hotel duties. On board, Dracula encounters the charming Captain Ericka, leading to an unexpected romance. However, Mavis, ever protective of her father, becomes suspicious of Ericka, unaware that she is a descendant of Van Helsing and determined to destroy all monsters. A hilarious conflict ensues as the monsters and Van Helsing's lineage clash.
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- witch
- train
- pet
- dragon
- dog
- boat
- castle
- monster
- vampire
- hotel
- werewolf
- sequel
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- third part
- cruise ship
- dracula character
- volleyball
- pool
- swimming pool
- vampire girl
- vampire bat
- mummy character
- volleyball ball
- the invisible man character
- female vampire
- rms titanic
- hotel transylvania
- horror for children
- wisecrack humor
- dancing on a boat
- vampire hunter
- kraken
- black cat
- gremlin
- cat lady
- airplane
- disc jockey
- year 1897
- year 2018
- sony xperia
- piano
- father daughter relationship
- hypnotism
- wedding reception
- reference to cleopatra
- reference to nefertiti
- bermuda triangle
- fireworks
- atlantis
- acrobat
- scuba diving
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Cast & Characters
Adam Sandler leads the cast as Dracula, with Kathryn Hahn as Ericka and Selena Gomez as Mavis.
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Jim Gaffigan as Van Helsing
Also Starring in Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
· 11 more- Kevin James Frankenstein
- David Spade Griffin
- Keegan-Michael Key Murray
- Steve Buscemi Wayne
- Andy Samberg Johnny
- Fran Drescher Eunice
- Molly Shannon Wanda
- Mel Brooks Vlad
- Genndy Tartakovsky Blobby, Blobby Baby, Puppy Blobby
- Chris Parnell Stan, Fish Man
- Tara Strong
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 75/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Echo Score Breakdown
The film provides a brightly animated family comedy that leans heavily on humor and visual style rather than narrative complexity. Critics highlighted its colorful designs, witty cruise-ship gags, and Adam Sandler’s energetic voice performance, while noting occasional one-note sequences and thin plot development. User responses were mixed, praising its lighthearted entertainment but critiquing its uneven pacing and lack of depth. Ultimately, Hotel Transylvania 3 succeeds as a vibrant, fun-filled summer outing, though it falls short of delivering a truly memorable story.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 80
In terms of visual design and animation, the film delivers a vibrant color palette and crisp character models that appeal to families. Critics praised its bright, idiosyncratic style and dynamic editing, noting the animation’s polished sheen. A minority remarked on a one-note musical sequence and overly rapid action rhythms. Overall, the art direction stands out for its lively aesthetics and solid technical execution.
- Character & Emotion 70
When it comes to character portrayal and emotional resonance, performances are energetic and broadly engaging but offer limited depth. Adam Sandler’s vocal work as Dracula drew praise for its comedic timing, and supporting roles add playful chemistry to the ensemble. However, the film’s emphasis on gags over character arcs leaves emotional beats feeling superficial at times. The overall character dynamics deliver accessible humor, though they rarely transcend familiar family-comedy tropes.
- Story & Flow 65
The plot centers on a vacation-driven premise that offers frequent comedic set pieces but lacks a cohesive narrative backbone. Reviews noted the amusing cruise ship scenarios and brisk pacing, while some critics and users commented on repetitive humor and a predictable structure. Moments of originality appear in references to classic Universal monsters, yet the storyline relies on familiar family-comedy formulas. The film maintains engagement, though its narrative freshness remains limited.
- Sensory Experience 75
When it comes to the sensory experience, the film features a lively soundtrack and clear sound design that bolster its animated world. Critics noted that the musical cues occasionally felt repetitive, and a climactic Macarena sequence drew criticism for its cringey execution. Visually, the movie offers cohesive style and crisp sound mixing, creating an immersive atmosphere. Overall, the sensory elements enhance the comedic tone despite moments of overextended musical motifs.
- Rewatch Factor 60
The film’s rewatch value is moderate, offering enough humor and animation to entertain repeat viewings within a family setting. Critics observed that its lighthearted gags and familiar references hold limited surprises after the first screening. User feedback echoed this view, noting the spectacle remains enjoyable but lacks deeper layers. The movie sustains mild appeal without strong lasting resonance.
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IMDb 6.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 62% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 49%
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TMDB 69% User score
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Letterboxd 2.6 /5
121 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.5 /5
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Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Plot Summary
What happens in Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1897, during a chaotic train ride, Dracula (Adam Sandler) finds himself in a tricky situation with his monster friends—Frankenstein (Kevin James), Griffin (David Spade), Murray (Keegan-Michael Key), and Wayne (Steve Buscemi)—all disguised in women’s dresses. Out of nowhere, Abraham Van Helsing (Jim Gaffigan) storms in, yelling about monsters aboard the train. He terrorizes Frank by holding a match under his nose, causing all the monsters to flee and escape onto the train roof, with Van Helsing in hot pursuit. In a moment of quick thinking, Dracula sends his friends to safety while confronting Van Helsing. Just as Van Helsing corners him, Dracula transforms into a mouse through the darkness of the tunnel, leaving Van Helsing to smack himself against the train.
Full summary
The whole story of Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, scene by scene
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Box Office & Budget
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation grossed $541.5 million worldwide on a $80 million budget, 6.8 times what it cost. $167.5 million came from the US and Canada and $374 million (69%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$541.5M
6.8× its budget
- US & Canada
- $167.5M
- International
- $374M
- Budget
- $80M
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Trailers & Videos
11 videos: 1 trailer, 2 teasers and 8 featurettes.
- Teaser HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATION - Official Teaser (HD)
- Teaser HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATION – Sneak Peek
- Featurette HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATION | Cruising with Monsters and The Cast Featurette
- Featurette HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3: SUMMER VACATION – "I See Love" Lyric Video (Jonas Blue Feat. Joe Jonas)
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Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation Also Known As
51 alternative titles, including “Hotel Transilvania 3: Monstrii in vacanta” and “HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3 MONSTER VACATION”.
- Also known as
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- Hotel Transilvania 3: Monstrii in vacanta
- HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 3 MONSTER VACATION
- Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation
- Hotell Transylvania 3: Monsterferie
- Hôtel Transylvanie 3 : Des vacances monstrueuses
- 몬스터호텔 3
- Hotel Transilvania 3 Unas vacaciones monstruosas
- モンスター・ホテル クルーズ船の恋は危険がいっぱい？！, სასტუმრო ტრანსილვანია 3: საზაფხულო არდადეგები, სასტუმრო ტრანსილვანია 3: საზაფხულო დასვენება
- โรงแรมผีหนี ไปพักร้อน 3: ซัมเมอร์หฤหรรษ์
- Монстрлар демалыста 3: Теңізге саяхат
- Hotel Transylvania3
- Монстры на каникулах 3: Море зовёт
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- Hotel Transsilvanien 3 - Ein Monster Urlaub
- Хотел Трансилвания 3: Чудовищна ваканция
- Hotell Transylvania 3
- Hotel Transylvania 3. - Szörnyen rémes vakáció
- Монстри на канікулах 3
- Ξενοδοχείο για Τέρατα 3: Ώρα για διακοπές
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Monsterferie
- מפלצת של מלון 3: יוצאים לחופשה
- Hotel Transylwania 3
- Hotel Transilvânia 3: Férias Monstruosas
- Otel Transilvanya 3: Yaz Tatili
- Hotell Transylvanien 3: En monstersemester
- Hotel Transilvânia 3: Umas Férias Monstruosas
- Hotel Transylvania 3 - Una vacanza mostruosa
- 몬스터 호텔 3
- 尖叫旅社3：怪獸假期
- Hotel Transsilvània 3: Unes vacances monstruoses
- Hotel Transilvania 3: Unas vacaciones monstruosas
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Monsterit matkalla
- Hotel Transylvánia 3: Strašidelná dovolenka
- Hotel Transilvania 3: Monştrii în Vacanţă
- 精灵旅社3：疯狂假期
- Monstrų viešbutis 3: Atostogos
- Hotel Transylvania 3: Monstruos de vacaciones
- Hotel Transylvánie 3: Příšerózní dovolená
- モンスター・ホテル クルーズ船の恋は危険がいっぱい？！
- Hotel Transsylvanië 3: Zomer Vakantie
- Хотел Трансилванија 3 - Одмор почиње
- فندق ترانسلفانيا 3∶ إجازة صيفية
- Hôtel Transylvanie 3 : Les vacances d'été
- โรงแรมผี หนีไปพักร้อน 3: ซัมเมอร์หฤหรรษ์
- Viesnīca "Transilvānija" 3: Mošķu brīvdienas
- هتل ترانسیلوانیا ۳
- Hotel Transilvanija 3: Praznici počinju!
- 鬼靈精怪大酒店 3：怪獸旅行團
- Hotel Transilvanija 3: Vsi na morje!
- Khách Sạn Huyền Bí 3: Kỳ Nghỉ Ma Cà Rồng
- Huteelka Wuxuushta 3: Fasaxa Xagaaga, სასტუმრო ტრანსილვანია 3: ზაფხულის არდადეგები
- Hotell Transilvaania 3: koletuslik puhkus
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Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation?
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation released?
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation was released on July 13, 2018.
Who is in the cast of Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation?
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation stars Adam Sandler as Dracula, Kathryn Hahn as Ericka and Selena Gomez as Mavis, among 15 credited actors.
How much did Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation make at the box office?
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation grossed $541.5 million worldwide ($167.5 million domestic, $374 million international) on a budget of $80 million.
How is Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation rated?
Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69% on TMDB and 2.6/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation have a post-credit scene?
No. Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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