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Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 5 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is £508
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Room options

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Hearing) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Roll-In Shower) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Garden View (Roll-In Shower) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Non Smoking (Despicable Me Kids Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

Suite, Non Smoking (Despicable Me Kids Suite) (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 650 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Club Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (FREE Universal Express Unlimited^)

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Universal CityWalk - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

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

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Universal Orlando Resort
Located close to Universal Studios Florida and Universal CityWalk, Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel provides a poolside bar, a terrace and an art gallery on-site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot tubs. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Italian cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with designer shops on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks include:
  • Swimming pool with a waterslide, cabanas and sunloungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free theme park shuttle and early theme park entry
  • Express theme park tickets, valet parking (surcharge) and 3 outdoor pools
  • Express check-out, a porter/bellboy and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 750 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, on-request microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Covered 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 cot
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • 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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (42,000 square foot 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
  • Lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 films

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
Express check-out available

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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 on 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 35.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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 35.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

As of 5 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel on 2 Aug 2025 start from £507.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 147 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 36 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 45 per night.

What time is check-in at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel located?

Located in Florida Center, this family-friendly Orlando hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Universal Orlando Resort, Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Florida. Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Place is beautiful with an amazing staff . Very well located , with really fast transportation to all universal parks , plus great restaurants in the resort.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10

Convenient transportation to Universal Parks and excellent costumer service at restaurants and concierge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Fantastic property with polite friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

The food at the restaurants was overpriced and bland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Hotel is beautiful, room is comfortable, easy access to the parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Clean, comfortable rooms, and cold AC. A pricey hotel but worth it for the location, express pass, and an overall excellent hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Great pools. Bice was excellent for dinner. Overall very comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Enjoyed the water taxi and express passes. Great accommodations and atmosphere with the best perks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location to parks. Hotel great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

We stay here every year and some times twice a year. Love the place!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Literally every single aspect of this hotel is phenomenal, my favorite vacation to date.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Wonderful property! Glad renovations are almost completed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

The hotel was beautiful. Only complaint was no hot water in the shower for two days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Had an excellent time, hotel, which included early park admission and Express Pass was well worth the price
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff was very friendly, the water taxi was a great way to get to/from Universal, and the rooms were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great stay, comfy bed, restaurant food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Beautiful, clean hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This property is the most picturesque and iconic when it comes to being in Italy without being in Italy. We have been visiting this Lowes Portofino Bay for 5 years and have not been disappointed once. Convenience of the property to the park, available transportation, cleanliness of rooms and pool areas, safety and most importantly outstanding customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

The hotel was gorgeous and the staff could not be nicer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025