Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.6
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel in Orlando offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a coffee machine, refrigerator, TV, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool, terrace, and garden. The resort features a hot tub, sauna, and games room. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves American and Italian cuisines for lunch and dinner. Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, and à la carte, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. Prime Location: Located 1.7 km from Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, the hotel is a 19-minute walk from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Nearby attractions include SeaWorld Orlando and Florida Mall.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Exclusive theme park benefits

Universal Orlando hotel guests get more ride time, more free time and more family time every day of their holiday. It couldn’t be easier. Staying with Universal is the best way to experience all the destination has to offer.

Most popular facilities

  • 3 swimming pools
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 8 restaurants
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Universal Orlando Resort
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Orlando, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Fitness centre

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Games room

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good value for money, clean, pleasant staff and a banging breakfast!!”
Debbie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything. From our welcome at reception to check out.”
Lukas
Germany Germany
“Extremely friendly and welcoming staff Very knowledgeable about Universal Good water taxi boat connection to CityWalk Got free upgrade to Bay View Room”
Connie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was beautiful staff nice and the free express passes topped it off”
Suzanne
Ireland Ireland
“We loved everything about this beautiful hotel. The boat taxis were a lovely way to travel to and from universal parks. The hotel was absolutely beautiful. Rooms were so spacious and beds were so comfortable. Staff couldn't do enough for us. They...”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location. Attentive staff and very clean. Early entry and fast pass to the parks were great.”
Georgie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“loved the setting . super location. express passes great. lovely pool for the kids . staff very polite , professional and attentive”
Stephen
Ireland Ireland
“Great location and staff. Fast passes added benefit”
Jeanette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location for the parks. Beautiful setting. Clean and classy.”
Floyd
Singapore Singapore
“The room is great. It looks like Portofino. Room was large and spacious. Staff was friendly. Check in expereince was great. Very good hotel”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

8 restaurants on site
Bice Ristorante
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Dinner
Mama Della Ristorante
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Dinner
Trattoria del Porto
  • Cuisine
    American • Italian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
Sals Market Deli
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
Thirsty Fish
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
Splendido Bar and Grill
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
Gelateria
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
Caffe Espresso
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

House rules

Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$35 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$35 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.