Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

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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.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £381
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

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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 Single 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 area

Located in Florida Center, a neighbourhood in Orlando, Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is near theme parks. Some of the area's popular attractions include Universal Studios Florida and Universal Orlando Resort. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Universal CityWalk and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Orlando travel guide
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5601 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • A vibrant amusement park with colorful buildings, a large Spider-Man mural, and a Ferris wheel.
    Universal Orlando Resort
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A large globe with "UNIVERSITY" written on it, surrounded by palm trees and a water feature.
    Universal CityWalk
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A large blue globe with the word "UNIVERSAL" in gold letters.
    Universal Studios Florida
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A steam locomotive at a station with a stone wall and a sign reading "Hogsmeade".
    Universal’s Islands of Adventure
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A shopping center with a prominent tower labeled "Prime Outlets international" and a Starbucks Coffee nearby.
    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 International Airport (MCO)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Richter's Burger Co.
    4 min drive
  • Louie's Italian Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Today Cafe At Universal Studios
    13 min walk
  • Mel's Drive-In
    5 min walk
  • Moe's Tavern
    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 along 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 an electric car charging station
    • 3 outdoor pools, express check-out and laundry services
    • 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

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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 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel on 16 Nov 2026 start from £381, 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel. Great location. Beautiful rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was spacious and clean. Loved all our meals and the water taxi to the park!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The perfect pet friendly place for fans of the Universal Parks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Pool night made it even better for the family!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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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 stay. My family had a great time at this hotel. Loved having the express pass as well. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful! Excellent team members. Everyone was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location - water taxi, express pass unlimited, early access and proximity to Universal parks are superb features. Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Lovely stay with my 7 years old kid
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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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We stayed at one of the Universal hotels, and it was really nice. At first, the hotel felt huge, but we quickly loved it. The swimming pool is amazing, there are several nice restaurants, and the water taxi is super practical and a really fun way to get around. Our room was spacious, with a very comfortable bed and a lovely bathroom. Overall, a great hotel and a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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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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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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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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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We checked in for one night and we couldn't fault anything about the Portofino, the room was fabulous with everything we needed. The staff throughout the hotel were amazing, so helpful at checkin explaining everything and even gave us a late checkout for the following day so that we could make use of the pool for a little longer. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel let us know at 12:30pm when we arrived. The pool has a cool slide and we love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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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Friendly staff! Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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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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 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