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Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Hotel guests bypass regular theme-park lines

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Guests can show room keys at theme park rides to bypass regular lines; complimentary water taxis and shuttles transport guests to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and City Walk, all on site.

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Italian getaway

The hotel is an upscale re-creation of Portofino, a seaside village in Italy, and provides a spa, 3 themed pools, bocce ball courts, and a piazza with shops and fine-dining restaurants.

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Pillowtop mattresses

The 750 Italian-styled guestrooms feature authentic Italian furnishings, high speed internet access, minibars, and complimentary in-room safes.

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Traveler Opinions: Hotel review summary of Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Orlando Hotel

Scores are based on a 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent) rating system.
Overall satisfaction 91% of travelers (81 of 89) recommend this hotel
4.6
Hotel service Hotel condition Room cleanliness Room comfort
4.5 4.7 4.7 4.6
Scores are based on a 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent) rating system.

Most recent reviews and ratings for Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel in Orlando

All reviews displayed are submitted by customers who stayed at this hotel. Only the 3 most recent reviews are shown.

Helen B from Brookfield, NH recommends this hotel
Overall satisfaction Hotel service Hotel condition Room cleanliness Room comfort
5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Posted: 17-Oct-09

We would stay here again

The hotel was beautiful and the room was very comfortable. The parks are quite convenient to get to either by water taxi or the lovely walking paths.

Gail C from Brooklyn, New York recommends this hotel
Overall satisfaction Hotel service Hotel condition Room cleanliness Room comfort
5 5.0 5.0 4.0 5.0
Posted: 16-Sep-09

Simply the best....................

One of the best hotel that I have been to. My daughter Cerena and I will be going back next year.

Traveler's tip on local attractions

Bring lots of money...........

A traveler from New York recommends this hotel
Overall satisfaction Hotel service Hotel condition Room cleanliness Room comfort
5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Posted: 13-Sep-09

Can’t Wait To Go Back

Absolutely loved our stay at the hotel. Must go to both the Beach Pool and the Villa Pool before the end of your stay.

Traveler's tip on dining

You must have dinner at Mama Dela’s before you leave the hotel.

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Promotions

Stay On-Site at Universal Orlando and Save up to 42 Percent per night
Book a stay now - December 21, 2009 for travel September 2, 2009 - March 25, 2010 and receive the following:

  • Skip the attraction lines free all day at both Universal Orlando theme parks: Universal Studios and Universal's Islands of Adventure (a benefit worth up to US$70 per person, per day)
  • Up to 42 percent off hotel room rates
    Offer subject to change without notice. Promotional room discount is based on savings from seasonal rack rates and varies by length of stay. Valid for stays most nights. Number of rooms available on this promotion is limited. No group rates or other discounts apply. Valid for Domestic USA and Canada residents only. Black out dates and other restrictions may apply. On-site hotel privileges good for hotel stay as indicated on the room key card. Only good for the number of guests staying in the room. Paid theme park admission required. Some attractions excluded. Express ride access available during normal theme park operating hours only. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice. Access may be restricted during certain times at certain attractions. Based on current pricing for the Unlimited Express pass, sold exclusively at the Universal Orlando front gates. Prices subject to change without notice.


  • Kids Eat Free
    Book a minimum three-night stay November 29 - December 17, 2009 and kids eat free on-site at lunch and dinner with each paid adult entree.
    Each child must be accompanied by an adult/legal guardian at all times and must show wristband and valid onsite hotel room key card per room member. One free child meal with purchase of each adult entree, valid for children up to and including age 9 dining from Kids Menu at lunch and dinner only. Offer applies to select hotel restaurants only, days/hours of operation may vary. Not valid for room service. Gratuity not included.


    CityWalk Party Pass Promotion
    Book a stay in a qualifying rate category and receive a voucher redeemable for a Universal CityWalk Party Pass at check-in.
    Must book the "CityWalk Party Pass Promotion" rate category to qualify. The Universal CityWalk Party Pass offers unlimited one-night club-to-club and entertainment venue access at Universal CityWalk. One voucher per room per stay. Voucher is included in room rate. Voucher/ticket is non-refundable. Vouchers can be redeemed for the CityWalk Party Pass at the hotel's Destination Universal Desk. Additional passes are also available for purchase at Universal CityWalk.


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