Universal'S Loews Portofino Bay Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Orlando
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers 750 guestrooms, including 45 suites with Italian-inspired furnishings. Rooms start at 450 square feet, with options like Garden View, Bay View, and Deluxe Rooms. The Despicable Me Kid's Suites feature 800 square feet, a king bed, and a separate playroom with Minion-themed bedding and missile beds. Club Level rooms include access to the Portofino Club Lounge with complimentary breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, coffee makers, and free Wi-Fi.
Dining Options
The hotel has nine restaurants and lounges, including Bice Ristorante for Italian fine dining, Mama Della's Ristorante for family-style meals, and Sal's Market Deli for Italian sandwiches and pizzas. Splendido Bar & Grill serves poolside burgers and salads, while The Thirsty Fish offers cicchetti and Peroni beer by the harbor. The Gelateria serves over 50 flavors of artisanal gelato, milkshakes, and breakfast pastries.
Pools & Recreation
Three themed pools are available: the Beach Pool with a Roman aqueduct slide, the Villa Pool with private cabanas, and the Hillside Pool for a quieter retreat. Bocce ball courts are near the Villa Pool, and poolside activities include ping pong and arts & crafts. The Fitness Center has treadmills, ellipticals, and free weights. Evening entertainment includes Musica della Notte, a live opera and popera performance in the Harbor Piazza.
Location & Access
The hotel is on Universal Orlando Resort grounds, a 5-minute walk from Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. Complimentary shuttle buses connect to Universal's Volcano Bay. Orlando International Airport is 25 km away, with Avis car rental on-site. Nearby landmarks include The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (1 km) and Orlando International Premium Outlets (2.5 km).
Guest Services
Services include 24-hour room service, a concierge, dry cleaning, and free Wi-Fi. Loews Loves Pets provides pet bowls, treats, and local walking routes. The Portofino Club Lounge offers personal concierge service and complimentary drinks. The Mandara Spa features massages and facials. For events, the hotel has 42,000 sq ft of meeting space, including the 15,040 sq ft Tuscan Ballroom. Business services include printing and secretarial support.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
- Water slides
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
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