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Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$399 nightly
The current price is $449 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11

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5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Place, Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Universal CityWalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Universal Studios Florida
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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

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
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View (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.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 490 sq ft
  • 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)

  • 490 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 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
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Orlando

Located in Orlando (Florida Center), Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Universal Orlando Resort and Universal CityWalk. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Universal Studios Florida and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 12 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 19 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers 750 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools and 3 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness center.

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

Stay in one of 750 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Dip into one of the 3 outdoor pools or 3 hot tubs and enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a waterslide. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the complimentary shuttle, and enjoy early theme park entry and express theme park tickets while you're there.
Enjoy Italian cuisine at Bice Ristorante, one of the hotel's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Orlando? This hotel has facilities measuring 42000 square feet (3902 square meters), including a conference center. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
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.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 40 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bice Ristorante
  • Mama Dellas Ristorante℠
  • Sal's Market Deli
  • Splendido Bar & Grill
  • Trattoria del Porto™

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets
  • Fenced pool
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (42,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 147 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 39.38 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 40 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 36 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 147 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 39.38 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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 under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Property is 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

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 736 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay, very near to the parks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel with great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, Ryan at check in was super helpful and a pleasure to deal with
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great stay. Nice clean area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great all around place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Water taxi to Universal was great! Staff was very friendly! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good hotel, the staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay, beautiful pool areas and all things needed provided. A great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful resort with an amazing vibe!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place for the price, we'll equipped with good travel service to and from the parks
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Family trip. Stunning hotel and setting with exceptional staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good Place to Stay. Water taxi is convenient and Short Walk to Universal if you want to walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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By far the BEST hotel ever
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property with kind and accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location and the staff is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We managed to check in at 9:00am, room was beautiful and well located, staff super friendly and really helpful. Fast passes were the icing on the cake and great deal booking with Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay! Easy access to the Universal parks as well as fabulous on-site restaurants and bars. So much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff! Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel layout, cool pools, and good restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026