Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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

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Escape to the Italian Riviera at Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, where a waterslide pool and 2 coffee shops await. Relax with a Swedish massage or indulge in designer shopping on site while kids enjoy meals tailored just for them.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • 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)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The current price is CNY3,284
CNY3,694 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21

Why we love this property

Culinary paradise
Italian flavors take center stage at 5 restaurants, plus a cafe and bar. Al fresco dining options abound, complemented by cooked-to-order breakfast service.
Splash in triple style
Sun seekers adore this hotel's 3 outdoor pools with luxurious cabanas, loungers, and umbrellas. After a waterslide thrill, hot tubs and poolside dining await.
Luxury at every turn
Wrapped in soft bathrobes after a day's adventure, guests enjoy hypo-allergenic bedding. This hotel offers turndown and 24-hour room service.

Room options

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Room with Bay View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
  • Free WiFi

Hearing Accessible Garden View 2 Queen Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Mobility Accessible Garden View 2 Queen Room with Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Two Queen Room with Bay View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Two Queen Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

King Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Despicable Me Kids Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Club Level 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 3 min drive - 2.7 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

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

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 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.

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 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.
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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 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 45 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 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.
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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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.

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.

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Reviews

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were a highlight with a choice of fresh fruit, hot food, and a buffet selection. (7 reviews)
  • The pools were excellent, wonderful, and fantastic, providing a great experience for relaxation and family fun. (10 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and rooms with many dining options and lovely pools was worth for the express tickets to the parks
Michele, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous rooms, helpful staff and the express passes were a life saver.
Kerry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for 1 night, what we saw and used was lovely, beds very comfy. Staff very friendly and helpful. Express pass made huge difference in the parks
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel layout, cool pools, and good restaurants
Justin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous place. Expensive food and drink around the pool but the amenities and atmosphere make it worth it. Loved it
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay. Friendly staff, clean room, and a beautiful hotel. Definitely would stay here again!
brad, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is in beautiful settings - as you approach it, either on foot or by boat, it is a real treat for the eye. The staff were very helpful and our room was well presented and spacious. It would have been helpful to have had access to the pool areas, which were unavailable due to “inclement weather”. The challenge with that is that there is very little else to do with kids when you’re staying in a hotel, so some thought about how to keep the pools open in the rain would be valued.
Sarah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

They really did a turn around from last time I was there in 2021. We had a beautiful room and everyone was just so friendly that worked there. It is our favorite hotel in universal
Yvonne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was outstanding from the moment we got out of the Uber to the time we had to head home. The room was amazing very clean, had a great view of the resort and nighttime fireworks and drone show.
Trevor, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean, and most of the staff seemed very friendly.
Rodney, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Large comfortable room.
Jeffrey, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

room was great and bigger than expected
Philip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Stunning views a feastcforxthe eyes. Very cheerful and helpful staff. Beautiful rooms and well appointed. I would stay again in a heartbeat. 5 star service.
Gordon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Food and fruit options were great. The staff was outstanding! Thank you so much Ja, Robert.and Jessica for a wonderful experience, we felt so special!
Terry, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were nice, hotel layout and design really lovely and convenience for parks is great
Nikki, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great check in experience
Marta, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The facility location is excellent , it is clean organized and the staff is nice . I loved the boat ride to universal parks which was very convenient. The room however could be little bit more specious
Madar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, comfy bed, restaurant food was excellent.
Aaron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value, clean & comfortable. Value is relative, but because our fast passes were included for our stay, that was a big win!
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is beautiful, room is comfortable, easy access to the parks.
irene, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property with polite friendly staff.
Sarah Louise, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was so fancy and boating transport was excellent. Room service was exciting. All other service was excellent
Nishi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good transport links. Range of entertainment options.
Derek, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel

Lovely reception staff, lots of them as well compared to the Royal Pacific. Much more persona than Royal Pacific as well. Nice rooms and lovely setting
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay for HHN 34

We bought HHN tshirts & lanyards from the onsite Universal shop. The service was excellent.
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Judith, 1-night trip