Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort
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Hotel Overview
Out of this wizarding world
First class service. Got upgraded which was even better. Room spacious, Comfortable bed. Couldn't...
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Florida Fanatics
- Aug 12, 2012
Great getaway
This was a nostalgia trip for us. We did about 5 years ago and had a great time. The second time...
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JMP333
- Jul 21, 2012
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort Rooms
- Deluxe 2 Queen/1 King
- DELUXE ROOM 2 QUEEN BEDS OR 1 KING ROOM. LAVISH 490 SQ FT ROOM WITH SEPARATE TUB AND SHOWER. LARGER ROOM THAN GARDEN OR BAYVIEW. 2 QUEEN BED SLEEPS UP TO 5 WITH ROLLAWAY (fee applies)
- BAY VIEW 2 QUEEN/1KING
- BAY VIEW 2 QUEEN BEDS OR 1 KING BED. BEAUTIFUL 450 SQ FT ROOM WITH STUNNING VIEW OF BAY AND HARBOR PIAZZA SLEEPS UP TO 3 WITH ROLLOWAY - Fees Apply For Rollaway.
- GARDEN VIEW 2 QUEEN/1 KING
- GARDEN VIEW 2 QUEEN BEDS OR 1 KING BED. BEAUTIFUL 450 SQ FT ROOM OVERLOOKING GARDEN AREA 2 QUEEN SLEEPS UP TO 5 ADULTS WITH ROLLAWAY - fee applies
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Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- Orlando International Airport, (MCO), 12.00, MI, W; Orlando/Sanford Airport, (SFB), 35.00, MI, NW;
- Area description
- Resort
Nearby points of interest
- Universal Studios Escape: 0.4 mi
- Universal Islands of Adventure: 0.6 mi
- Universal Studios Florida: 0.8 mi
- Malibu Grand Prix: 0.9 mi
- Skyventure: 1.2 mi
- Guinness World of Records: 2.4 mi
- Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 2.4 mi
- Movie Rider: 2.7 mi
- King Henry's Feast: 3.1 mi
- Trainland: 3.3 mi
- Wonderworks: 3.3 mi
- Seaworld Orlando: 4.8 mi
- Sea World Adventure Park: 5 mi
- TD Waterhouse Centre: 6.5 mi
- John Young Planetarium: 7.9 mi
- Universal Studios Escape: 0.4 mi
- Universal Islands of Adventure: 0.6 mi
- Universal Studios Florida: 0.8 mi
- Malibu Grand Prix: 0.9 mi
- Skyventure: 1.2 mi
- Guinness World of Records: 2.4 mi
- Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 2.4 mi
- Movie Rider: 2.7 mi
- King Henry's Feast: 3.1 mi
- Trainland: 3.3 mi
- Wonderworks: 3.3 mi
- Seaworld Orlando: 4.8 mi
- Sea World Adventure Park: 5 mi
- TD Waterhouse Centre: 6.5 mi
- John Young Planetarium: 7.9 mi
- Loch Haven Park: 8.2 mi
- Orange County Historical Museum: 8.4 mi
- Orlando Museum of Art: 8.6 mi
- Gatorland: 9.2 mi
- Lake Whippoorwill Speedway: 14.6 mi
Amenities
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour room service
- 24 hour security
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible parking
- Accessible rooms
- Air conditioned
- AM/FM alarm clock
- ATM/Cash machine
- Audio visual equipment
- Babysitting/Child services
- Bar/Lounge
- Barber shop
- Barber/Beauty shop
- Bath tub
- Bathroom telephone
- Brailled elevators
- Business center
- Car rental desk
- Children's activities
- Coffee maker in room
- Coffee shop
- Concierge desk
- Conference facilities
- Conference suite
- Continental breakfast
- Copy service
- Currency exchange
- Doctor on call
- Doorman
- Electronic door locks
- Elevators
- Executive level
- Exercise gym
- Express checkout
- Fitness center
- Fitness center or spa
- Free newspaper
- Game room
- Gift shop
- Golf
- Guest laundromat
- Hairdryer in room
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
- Health club
- Heated guest rooms
- Heated pool
- High-speed internet
- Ice machine
- In room movies
- Indoor parking
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging track
- Kennels
- Laundry service
- Laundry/Valet services
- Live entertainment
- Lounge
- Maid service
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Mini bar
- News stand
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Nursery for children
- Outdoor pool
- Outlet adapters
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Phone with speaker
- Play ground
- Pool
- Porters
- Radio
- Ramp access to buildings
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Safe
- Safe deposit box
- Sauna
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Sprinklers in rooms
- Telephone
- Television with cable
- Temperature control
- Tour desk
- Turndown service
- TV
- TV remote control
- Valet parking
- Video checkout
- Wake-up service
- Wheel chair access
Dining
- Bice Ristorante
- Opens in Fall of 2004
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 04:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz
Guest Reviews (43)
Ratings and reviews for Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort
- All travelers (43) 4.2 / 5
- Couples (16) 4.2 / 5
- Families (24) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (2) 3 / 5
- Singles (1) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.7
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.5
- Location:
- 4.8
- Value:
- 3.9
86%
would recommend to a friend.
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- Highest score
- Lowest score
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Too Much for Little
Too Much for Too Little
I am really not hard to please when it comes to staying at a Hotel, but this one takes the cake. Everything is too expensive, and everything will cost you. There is no shuttle from Airport to Hotel and the transportation that is provided is extremely expensive. No vending machines in the Hotel, so you will have to purchase your snacks from the very expensive restaurants. Ten dollars per person to use the workout equipment is just one example of how this Hotel gouges you at every turn. Parking your rental car will cost you a small fortune, be prepared to spend at least $100 per day on incidentals, and if you have kids good luck!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Too Expensive!!!!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Florida Fanatics
Out of this wizarding world
First class service. Got upgraded which was even better. Room spacious, Comfortable bed. Couldn't be better for going into Universal's theme parks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Book your City Walk restaurant at the hotel concierge in the morning then you don't have to queue at night.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ma Jam
Family Trip
The staff was wonderful. But the room needs a little updating.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Take the water taxi's to the parks!! And take advantage of the early open to the parks!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JMP333
Great getaway
This was a nostalgia trip for us. We did about 5 years ago and had a great time. The second time did not disappoint. We really like the hotel: great location, beautiful grounds, nice pools, great staff. Terrific vacation!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Go to Sal's for a quick continental breakfast or at the trattoria across the way for a $20 buffet with made to order omelets and pancakes.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
mjtspirit
Orlando 2012
Very disappointing for the money and unpublished extras like the charge for wi-fi in the room and $10 daily charge for use of the fitness center (never run across this before) make this a really poor value. We chose Portofino over their sister property, Hard Rock because we were told it was quieter, which it was, but that's primarily because there is virtually nothing going on there. This hotel is badly in need of an entertainment director. We actually spent most of our hotel time with friends atthe Hard Rock pool bar and used their free fitness center on our Portofino reservation. While the room was clean and comfortable, the issues described above combined with the relative indifference of the front desk staff and arrogance of the spa staff make this a definite no for future travel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
The Fabulous Four
Great location and staff
The staff were excellent! It was great to get a club room so that you had breakfast, snacks, and beverages available throughout the day. An express line pass for Universal and Islands of Adventure comes as part of the room package and that was great to have. Nice pools and hotel amenities. Ride the ferry to City Walk or the parks. I Highly recommend this hotel. :)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Not Applicable
Staying on the Universal Property gets you an Express Pass which cuts down on the time you spend in lines at the rides and attractions.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Robnoc
Convenient
Great hotel in excellent location for access to the Universal parks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Munchie Machine
Son's 1st Trip to Florida - Fabulous !!!
Great place. Friendly staff, fun activities for the kids, fabulous facility & pool and close to all attractions. We enjoyed our stay and will return in our future trips to Florida.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Short Drive to Florida Theme Parks and a short Boat Ride to Universal Attractions.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cynlyn
AWESOME VACATION
We can't wait to go back. The Portofino Bay Resort was spectacular. Very clean. The room was a nice size, very clean and what a beautiful view of the water. Water taxi took us right to the parks in just a few minutes and no waiting in line for the rides when we used our room key. Definitely gets a thumbs up in my book. The hotel restaurants were amazing as well. Everyone is just so pleasant, helpful and friendly and calls you by name!!!!! Overall great experience. I didn't want to leave.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
honey girl
wonderful for the family
helpful and friendly staff. Clean rooms. love all the Italian restaurants from the elegant to down right bistro.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
