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Promotions
CityWalk Party Pass Promotion
Book a stay in a qualifying rate category and receive a voucher redeemable for a Universal CityWalk Party Pass at check-in.
Must book the "CityWalk Party Pass Promotion" rate category to qualify. The Universal CityWalk Party Pass offers unlimited one-night club-to-club and entertainment venue access at Universal CityWalk. One voucher per room per stay. Voucher is included in room rate. Voucher/ticket is non-refundable. Vouchers can be redeemed for the CityWalk Party Pass at the hotel's Destination Universal Desk. Additional passes are also available for purchase at Universal CityWalk.
Awards and Affiliations
A Green / Sustainable Property - First Party Certified
This property has performed a self-assessment, also known as First Party certification, of its sustainable tourism practices through Florida Green Lodging Program thus taking steps to understand its impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. The property's claims have not been independently verified by a second or third party certification program.
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Property Amenities
Celebrate la dolce vita — the sweet life — at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando®. Nestled along a picturesque bay at Universal Orlando® Resort, this luxurious hotel recreates the charm and romance of the famed seaside village of Portofino, Italy, right down to the cobblestone streets and outdoor cafes. This AAA Four Diamond Award® winning hotel features 750 guest rooms, including 45 spacious suites. Each room offers the epitome of European luxury and elegance with authentic Italian furnishings and marble accents. And of course, each guest room is also equipped with all the latest amenities to combine the best of Old World hospitality with modern convenience. Hotel guests enjoy impeccable and attentive service, an opulent spa, three themed swimming pools and exceptional dining… plus an exclusive package of theme park benefits, including:• Early Park Admission† to Universal’s Islands of Adventure®, one hour before the theme park opens • Universal Express ride access*, which lets you skip the regular lines all day at most rides and attractions – A free benefit worth up to $87 per person, per day**!! From the classically-inspired fountains and charming courtyards to the authentic music filling the piazza, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel enables guests to escape to the sunny shores of the Italian Riviera.†Requires paid theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins one hour prior to Universal’s Islands of Adventure regular opening hour for on-site hotel guests and is valid 7 days a week for travel through 12/31/11, valid only at select Islands of Adventure attractions. Universal Express ride access is not valid during Early Park Admission. Additional restrictions may apply and the foregoing benefits are subject to change without notice.*On-site hotel privileges good for hotel stay as indicated on the room key card. Only good for the number of guests staying in the room. Paid theme park admission required. Some attractions excluded. Express ride access available during normal theme park operating hours only. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice. Access may be restricted during certain times at certain attractions. **Based on current pricing for the Unlimited Express pass, sold exclusively at the Universal Orlando front gates. Prices subject to change without notice.
Rooms
The Italian accent of Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, is perhaps nowhere more pronounced than in its 750 stylish guest rooms, including 45 spacious suites. Authentic Italian furnishings and marble accents declare a European sensibility, while features like custom duvet covers with 100% white goose down duvet inserts and elegant window treatments featuring lace curtains offer you a luxurious welcome home from the theme parks. Our larger Deluxe rooms and Club Level rooms offer even more amenities and exclusive features. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel room amenities include:• 300-thread-count, 100% cotton bed linens• 32” flat panel television including HD channels• DVD player• iHome clock radio• Three telephones with dual voice lines, data port and voice mail• On Demand® in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels• Smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning• Keurig coffee maker featuring Emeril’s Gourmet Coffee and assorted teas• Refreshment pantry• Nightly turndown service• Cotton signature bathrobes• Iron and ironing board• Hair dryer and make-up mirror• Separate bath and vanity area with two separate sinks• In-room safe• Wired and wireless high speed internet access – nominal fee• Daily newspaper delivery to guest rooms *All rooms are non-smoking
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Dining
Bar American - Guests unwind with Italian grappas, specialty drinks, or martinis in this bar off the lobby. Late afternoon to late evening. Splendido Pizzeria - This pool bar's specialty is pizza baked in wood-burning ovens. Salads, burgers, and specialty drinks round out the offerings here. Gelateria Caffe Espresso - Italy's intensely flavored version of ice cream is a hit with guests. Open all day, this small shop serves freshly brewed espresso and cappuccino, Italian pastries, and cordials.Sal's Market Deli - Italian meats, cheeses, fresh fruits, and freshly baked pizzas are the specialties. Noon to early evening.Bice Ristorante - With locations in major cities such as Milan, Tokyo, Paris and New York, Bice Ristorante now offers its Italian cuisine at this Orlando hotel. At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, you can take a culinary tour of Italy. You’ll find eight exceptional restaurants and lounges featuring a wide array of authentic Italian fare. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the bay at the casually elegant Bice Ristorante. Mama Della’s Ristorante offers family-style dining featuring specialties from the regions of Tuscany, Naples and Piemonte. Trattoria del Porto® offers breakfast, lunch and dinner served in a friendly, casual atmosphere. You can dine on pizza by the pool, enjoy a cool frosty gelato, or sip a warm cappuccino on the scenic piazza. In addition, room service is available 24 hours a day.Thirsty Fish - A great location to watch the sunset over the harbor. Cocktails, specialty drinks, and light fare. Open weekdays from evening until after midnight; weekends from noon until after midnight.
Entertainment
Universal Orlando® ResortYour stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel places you right in the center of the world’s most exciting entertainment destination. Universal Orlando® Resort is a spectacular vacation destination encompassing the world’s two most amazing theme parks side-by side, a vibrant entertainment center, and magnificently themed AAA Four Diamond Award® winning on-site hotels. At Universal Orlando Resort you’ll find Universal Studios Florida®, the world’s premier movie and TV based theme park. Plus you’ll experience innovative thrills and unexpected adventures that challenge all your senses at Universal’s Islands of Adventure® theme park. It’s all within a short walking distance of Loews Portofino Bay Hotel…and as an on-site hotel guest, you receive an exclusive package of theme park benefits to enjoy it all!
Recreation
There are three outdoor pools, including the hotel's signature zero-entry beach pool with Roman aqueduct slide. Other amenities include a children's pool with slide, four spa tubs, a cold-plunge tub, arcade room, two bocce ball courts, and a jogging path. Camp Portofino provides supervised childcare activities in the evenings (surcharge). Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is home to the Mandara Spa, which offers a variety of massage techniques, skin care, wraps and body treatments, aroma therapy, steam and sauna facilities, hair and nail care, make-up services, lounges, and a full-service fitness center. Customized treatments are provided and spa packages are available.From the Beach Pool to the spa where pampering and indulgence have been raised to an art form, there's never a lack of fun things to do. Or places to relax and do nothing at all. Recreation includes three lushly landscaped themed swimming pools, bocce ball, a game room, fitness center and more. You can watch a film under the stars at the hotel’s weekly poolside “dive-in movies,” or make arrangements to play a nearby round of golf through the hotel’s Golf Universal program. Also be sure to catch our daily Musica della Notte (Music of the Night) show in the harbor and enjoy the sounds Italy.Guests also enjoy privileges and preferred tee times at golf courses located within 10 miles of the hotel. These include Metro Golf Club, Orange County National Golf Center, and Mystic Dunes Golf Club.The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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“Portofino....perfect for Universal visit”
Staff exceeded our expectations!! All were very nice and super polite, friendly and courteous. Housekeeping greeted us by name; valet offered directions and bottled water for our trip; front desk staff was informative....anticipating our questions before we asked them. My only suggestion would be to improve signage to rooms. It was confusing to find our room the first time due to lack of adequate signage.
“Portofino Bay”
We found the hotel staff very helpful and courteous. The hotel was clean and well kept. There are plenty of dining options easy access to transportation to the other Universal hotels and to the parks.
“Harry Potter's Hotel”
This is a beautiful hotel and very relaxing. There are 3 separate pools, one has a beach around it. It's great being able to take the water taxi back and forth to the Universal parks. Also, you get to enter the parks before they even open and your room key acts as a flash pass - so you don't have to wait in long lines for rides.
“amazing vacation”
The motel was beautiful and was a perfect location to all of universals parks and city walk. I would come back here, especially on any special occasion. The prices were high, but the accommodations were well worth the prices. We loved everything about our stay!!!
“Wonderful Hotel”
My husband and I just returned from Loews Portofino Bay hotel after a few nights stay and we enjoyed this hotel so much that we plan on returning in the near future. We travel several times a year and have stayed at many fine hotels and resorts. The Portofino Bay is top notch, the customer service was excellent, the room spacious and beautiful, and the proximity to the parks - well, you just cannot beat it. The Universal Studios Express pass that the hotel includes was such a time saver! We may have waited 5 minutes for some of the more popular rides/attractions. Absolutely loved this place and will go back!!!
“Better than Disney (way better!!!)”
Have stayed in all of the major (and I mean all) Disney hotels over the last 10 years. The convenience of Loews Portofino and the Universal Parks far better than any of them (kids are 8 and 9 and just passed the 54 inch mark). The best part of it was the express pass linked to the hotel key. Went in June (peak times) and waited no longer than 5 mins to ride any attraction. Central location allowed us to get better food at a reasonable price only 10 mins away. Highly recommend. No complaints other than having to pay for parking, gym, fridge, ... Kids loved everything which really is the best way to rate Universal/Disney. Not my vacation but Loews made it fun for parents too.
“Italy without going”
This hotel is wonderful! The pool with the sand around it was so nice and fun for my kids. The food was very good. Try out the chef who makes your pasta to order - best I have ever had. It was great to be able to ride back and forth to the park on the boat instead of a shuttle. My only complaint was that they offered a free newspaper delivery and we only got 2 out of 7 even though we kept calling for them.
“Great Indulgence”
Hotel view is very relaxing surrounded with a lake. Hotel rooms are clean and pretty large. I recommend this hotel to anyone.
“Best Birthday Ever!!!”
I went to Orlando to celebrate my 30th birthday with friends - including one that had moved to the area. The Portofino was crazy nice: the room and the hotel property were beautiful, the staff was incredibly friendly, and the water taxis are super-convenient. Guys will love the TV speakers in the bathroom so you can listen to the "big game". We had no problems during the trip - the concierge desk was very nice when we asked them about taxis service. There are 3 pools and one of them is a little farther off which is terrific for quiet time with the sun and without children. And, if you want to hang out in the room or by the pool; there's a great restaurant in the plaza that sells fresh-made pizzas and antipasta. One pizza is enough for 2-3 people!
“Great stays”
We stayed at this hotel over Christmas and it was a great experience. The room was a little smaller than I expected and the bath tub was just regular. The overall service was quite wonderful! [One night, we were late for the late-night cookie time, but the manager was kind enough to bring tons of cookies for us.] We stayed at the club level and we really liked the quality of food that are offered throughout days[wines, homemade granola, baked goods, and etc] Also it was very convenitent to enjoy Universal Studio because we had an express pass and we used water taxi. Some people mentioned about waiting too long for water taxi, but we had no problem. Also, with the express pass, we were able to spend 4 hrs in universal studio and ride all the things in the park except 2 of them.
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The closest major airports to Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel are:
Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 39.3 km / 24.5 mi
The preferred airport for Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.).
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