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Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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Exterior
Property amenity
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Property amenity

Overview of Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
9.0/10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
Map
5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationUniversal Orlando Resort5 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversal Studios Florida13 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Wizarding World of Harry Potter™2 min drive
  • AirportOrlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)21 min drive

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About this area

Orlando

Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is located in Florida Center, a neighbourhood in Orlando, and is near theme parks. Mall at Millenia and Florida Mall are worth exploring if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Universal Studios Florida and Universal CityWalk. Travelling with kids? Make time for Universal’s Islands of Adventure, or enjoy an event or a match at Amway Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including outlet shopping and golfing.

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 5 min walk
  • Universal CityWalk - 10 min walk
  • Universal Studios Florida - 13 min walk
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 16 min walk
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 13 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 20 min drive
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • MEN IN BLACK: Alien Attack - 3 min drive
  • Mel's Drive-In - 16 min walk
  • NBC Sports Grill & Brew - 15 min walk
  • Mythos Restaurant - 17 min walk
  • Louie's Italian Restaurant - 18 min walk

About this property

Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

4-star family-friendly hotel near Universal Orlando Resort
Located close to Universal Studios Florida and Universal CityWalk, Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace and an art gallery on site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub or a deep-tissue massage. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 5 on-site restaurants, which feature Italian cuisine and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with designer shops on site and 2 cafes.
Other perks include:
  • Swimming pool with a waterslide, cabanas and sunloungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free theme park shuttle and self-parking (surcharge)
  • 3 outdoor pools, express check-out and a lift
  • A gift shop, wedding services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the walkable location
Room features
All 750 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, on-request microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Contactless room service is available.

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free theme park shuttle

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 5-40 for adults and USD 5-20 for children
  • 5 restaurants and 2 coffee shops
  • 2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • Bice Ristorante
  • Mama Dellas Ristorante℠
  • Trattoria del Porto™
  • Sal's Market Deli
  • Splendido Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Art gallery
  • Designer shops
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa services
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water slide

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Newspapers in reception

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (42000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels
  • iPod dock
  • Films for purchase

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Turndown service

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s23) * Requires theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal’s Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando, and Universal’s Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 16 July 2023 to 29 May 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 per room
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 5 to 40 for adults and from USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Property is also known as

Hotel Loews Portofino
Loews Hotel Universal
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Universal Orlando
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Universal Orlando Orlando
Loews Portofino Bay Universal Orlando
Loews Portofino Bay Universal Orlando Orlando
Loews Portofino Hotel
Portofino Hotel Universal
Portofino Loews Hotel
Universal Portofino Hotel
Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Orlando
Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Orlando

Frequently asked questions

Does Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

As of 5 Jun 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel on 6 Jun 2023 start from €821.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel allows pets (limit 2 per room). There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 28 per night.

What time is check-in at Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel located?

Located in Florida Center, this family-friendly Orlando hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Florida. Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 681 out of 1001 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 68%
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1001 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 20%
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1001 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 7%
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 3%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 2%

9.1/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.9/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere. Good music
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean. Room was nice and big. Been to some other resorts where room was really small.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN J, North Haven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I go every year and will continue to go. We love the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really feels like a port.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ilieg

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

michael, Norwich

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Ricardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was not cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Melinda K.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ASHRAF ABOU EL, Somerset

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all aspects
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023