Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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

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Stroll along the waterfront promenade, taking in the sights of historic buildings and boats moored along the water's edge.
Guests can enjoy waterfront views from the pier, where boats are moored and accessible for exploration.
Stroll along the waterfront promenade, lined with potted plants and umbrellas, and take in the views of the boats docked along the water's edge.
Surrounded by large rocks, this building features a cylindrical tower and a pool area with a small window.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and balcony.
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

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities

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
$552 nightly
The total price is $621
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 650 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 2 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

  • ‪MEN IN BLACK: Alien Attack - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Voodoo Doughnut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Red Oven Pizza Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪NBC Sports Grill & Brew - ‬10 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 at the property
    • 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

  • 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

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 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

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.
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.

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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Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Lobby
Children

What guests liked

  • The pools were excellent, with one guest enjoying late-night games and another praising the Factor 30 SPF on tap poolside. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast offered a choice of fresh food options, including hot and cold dishes, and was a convenient option for guests. (5 reviews)
  • Room service and on-site dining options were highly praised for their quality and variety. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Amazing service, beautiful grounds, nicest staff!
Leora, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff was very helpful and nice. Great rooms.
Tania, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Was a wonderful stay!
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Place is beautiful with an amazing staff . Very well located , with really fast transportation to all universal parks , plus great restaurants in the resort.
alexey, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Cute theme for hotel. Could use some more updating.
Tamara, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Convenient transportation to Universal Parks and excellent costumer service at restaurants and concierge.
Tami, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel great friendly service. The express passes help make the rooms more affordable. No lotion in bathroom a disappointment. Other amenities good. Will stay again when visiting Universal.
Christie, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Trasnport to Universal parks
Enrique Agredano, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, comfortable rooms, and cold AC. A pricey hotel but worth it for the location, express pass, and an overall excellent hotel.
Alex, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel
Marcus, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The food at the restaurants was overpriced and bland.
Vincent, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff at check in was great and was able to get us adjoining rooms. We had dinner on property and it was delicious and convenient.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location to parks. Hotel great.
Jeremy Lewis, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

Great pools. Bice was excellent for dinner. Overall very comfortable stay
Stefano, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed the water taxi and express passes. Great accommodations and atmosphere with the best perks.
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel! Would stay again.
Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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Jodi, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We stay here every year and some times twice a year. Love the place!
STEPHEN J, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

For the price, parking should be free. More óptions or more frecuent trips back and forth the parks. Bad customer sercive during the check in
Hector, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Literally every single aspect of this hotel is phenomenal, my favorite vacation to date.
Joe, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice
Olivia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Jason, 1-night trip