Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Property class: 4
Family-friendly hotel with 5 restaurants, near Universal Orlando Resort

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Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal CityWalk. 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.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 5 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 3 outdoor pools and 3 hot 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 (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
The current price is CA $783
CA $881 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with curtains.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a bench, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

A room with a Minion-themed wall, a red chair, and a desk with drawers.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Garden View (Universal Express Unlimited^ included)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Garden View (Universal Express Unlimited^ included)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

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

  • ‪Richter's Burger Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Louie's Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Today Cafe At Universal Studios - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mel's Drive-In - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Moe's Tavern - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

  • Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal CityWalk. 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.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 750 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

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

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.

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

Children

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

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only. Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation; restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Offsite

    • Free theme park shuttle

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 hot 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

  • 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. Open daily.
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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 39.38 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 147 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 36 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 45 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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 can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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 147 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 36 per night. Valet parking costs USD 45 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

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 10 minutes' walk from Universal CityWalk.

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Reviews

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was fantastic, perfect for relaxing and enjoying time with family. (22 reviews)
  • The hotel's restaurants offered good food options, including a buffet and a deli, with some guests praising the quality and variety of the meals. (29 reviews)
  • The breakfast buffet offered a variety of options including fresh fruit, hot food, and pastries. (12 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, very near to the parks.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel with a lovely boat ride to the parks each day. Express park with hotel is a great touch.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, Ryan at check in was super helpful and a pleasure to deal with
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying here and the staff were very kind to upgrade our room on both occasions that we stayed, which was a lovely surprise. All the staff were so friendly, helpful and polite, nothing was too much for them. Thank you!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Water taxi to Universal was great! Staff was very friendly! Would definitely stay again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Top notch! Everyone helpful, professional and hospitable! Have been there many times and will book a CLUB room again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant place to stay for a short break. Great location, lovely hotel and perfect for Universal park especially As you get the express pass included. Highly recommend it
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room and well organized. Transportation and early entrance an great extra
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good hotel, the staff was very friendly and welcoming.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay, beautiful pool areas and all things needed provided. A great stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place for the price, we'll equipped with good travel service to and from the parks
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10/10 Exceptional

Family trip. Stunning hotel and setting with exceptional staff and facilities
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous property, stayed for 1 night as a treat and already want to go back!! Super helpful, friendly staff and the underground parking was really useful too!
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an incredible time at Portofino Bay! We stayed for one night in a queen club room. The room was spacious and elegantly presented. The food and drink on offer in the club room was varied and delicious. Having the express passes for Universal meant we were able to do all rides in both parks in 2 days
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with kind and accommodating staff!
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6/10 Good

Ensure you take photo id to check in, main person needs passport or driving license. Photo on phone was not acceptable. Hotel is large. Pool is lovely.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and the staff is awesome
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with friendly staff. We stayed in a club room for one night to make use of early entry to universal and unlimited express passes. We had breakfast, afternoon snacks and evening meal at the hotel all which were good. The hotel had 2 pool areas which we used in the evening
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff! Beautiful property!
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay! Easy access to the Universal parks as well as fabulous on-site restaurants and bars. So much fun!
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a holiday home in the greater Orlando area. Booked portofino for 2 nights to be closer to Universal and use the express passes. We’ve done this at the hard rock twice before, wanted to try something different. We were pleased with the choice. Nice big rooms, adjoining for our family. Hotel was very clean and quiet. Couldn’t hear other guests at all
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time, my husband, kids and I. Very peaceful safe clean and accessible. I higly recommend this hotel. Great food options. We loved it completely.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the most beautiful places I’ve stayed in Orlando. The staff are great and the rooms are beautiful. We’ve managed to get a bay view room each time we’ve stayed and I would highly recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is beautiful All staff were amazing Room is very spacious Bathrooms need updating and would of preferred proper cups for coffee rather than cardboard cups In walking distance to the parks and the water taxi was amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely love when the opera singers come out to entertain.. amazing!!!!