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Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 5 restaurants, near Universal CityWalk

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Exterior
3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 5 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 3 outdoor pools and 3 spa tubs
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Breakfast available
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Waterslide
  • Pool bar
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The price is CA $685
CA $770 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - 10 Jan 2025

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Bay View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

View from room

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Hearing) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Hearing) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Roll-In Shower) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Roll-In Shower) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Non Smoking (Despicable Me Kids Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Non Smoking (Despicable Me Kids Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

View from room

Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1546)
The price is CA $492
CA $553 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - 13 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

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
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 21 min drive
  • Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 28 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 39 min drive
  • Orlando Station - 12 min drive
  • Winter Park Station - 20 min drive
  • Kissimmee Station - 22 min drive
  • Free theme park shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪MEN IN BLACK: Alien Attack - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Voodoo Doughnut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪NBC Sports Grill & Brew - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mel's Drive-In - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

When you stay at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida. Guests can take a dip in one of 3 outdoor pools or grab a bite to eat at Bice Ristorante, one of 5 restaurants, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a fitness center, and a theme park shuttle. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 750 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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 up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening to either Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure as determined by Universal Orlando. Early Park Admission begins up to one (1) hour prior to regular scheduled park opening for Universal Volcano Bay. Valid at select attractions at each park. Attractions are subject to substitutions without notice. Additional restrictions apply
    • ^Requires theme park admission. Valid only at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, during normal theme park operating hours. Not valid at Universal Volcano Bay or at Universal Epic Universe. Excludes separately ticketed events. Benefit is non-transferable and valid only for guests of Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel® and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, for the number of guests staying in the room for the length of hotel stay. Express ride access is a separate line with a shorter wait time at participating rides and attractions. Present valid room key card to the attendant upon entering the queue for a participating ride and attraction. Parks, attractions, operational times, and benefits are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions may apply.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 33 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 42 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Offsite

    • Free theme park shuttle
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Waterslide
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool
  • Lifeguard on site

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery on site
  • Designer stores on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • 3 spa tubs
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Bice Ristorante - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Mama Dellas Ristorante℠ - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Trattoria del Porto™ - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Sal's Market Deli - This bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Splendido Bar & Grill - This restaurant is located by the pool. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 40 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Microwaves are available for USD 15 per night

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 28 2023 to March 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 33 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 42 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Policies

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.
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.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 33 per night. Valet parking costs USD 42 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and nearby?
Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel has 3 outdoor pools and a fitness center, as well as an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?
Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Italian cuisine.
What's the area around Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel like?
Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Universal Orlando Resort and 13 minutes' walk from Universal Studios Florida.

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting. Confused where the restaurant was by the pool and the pool area is still under construction, but they told us that in advance. Fast passes and boat service to Universal make this a wonderful value.
Garth M Carlson, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Robert, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Heather, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Estelle, 7-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Darrell, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Under construction
Hotel is under construction so many amenities are not available. Price should have been reduced due to the condition of the hotel. Our lake view room had scaffolding and a tarp covering the window. Courtyard was empty due to construction. Had to walk through construction area to get to the pool. Paid too much for this experience.
Eugene, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for families. They are currently doing construction but it didn’t affect us too much!
Krissy, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Josh, 5-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Barry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room
It was an amazing experience. I would recommend it for any family.
Robin, 4-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Kirsty, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elexenia, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gume, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Portonfino Bay is beautiful. The staff are friendly. We use the water taxi to transport to and from the park, which is a lifesaver after HHN. The hotel includes express passes and early entry to the parks. The pools are always wonderful. We also love hearing the tenors and eating at Tratorea de Port.
Adam, 5-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Club level was Terrible!! Poor level of food!!
Ella, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ezio, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

I called in advance as soon as I learned that the property was under construction. I was assured that this was almost finished and would not effect our stay with bay view windows. I booked two king rooms with bay view windows. They were not ready until around 4:30PM. Our bay windows provided a beautiful view of construction scaffolds. I was told that fast passes for the hotel stay would work for Halloween Horror night. They did not. I talked to the manager and she refused to give us any credit for the stay based on the misleading information we received. It was disappointing.
Natalia, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

The property was under construction and there was no warning of this at booking time nor any discounts for the discomfort. Last time here.
Charles, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Didier, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Excellent hotel. Breakfast option in club room less varied than before and no hot meat option, which would have been available during our previous stays in club rooms in the hotel. Renovations on-going but being done sensitively and had little impact on enjoyment of stay.
14-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Jaimin, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Portofino has some construction going on, but the area was very clean and the beach pool is wonderful.
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great food, they should include breakfast
Jonaire, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Besides the construction that was going on we had a wonderful stay. The food at the onsite restaurants was high, recommend walking off property to other restaurants.
ALLEN, 7-night romance trip
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