Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Overview

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando

Relax in beautiful, timeless surroundings inspired by the playful and picturesque seaside village of Portofino, Italy. Wonderfully appointed rooms and suites are the perfect family escape. Delights of every kind and every flavor invite you to explore the wide-open piazza along the waterfront where water taxis whisk guests to the parks. Colorful, classic Italian, sun-splashed architecture reveals three enticing pools and every level of relaxation. And there's another treat--guests also enjoy exclusive theme park benefits.

Key Features

Location
Located in Orlando, Lowes Portofino Bay Hotel at Univeral Orlando is near the bay, a 15 minute walk from Universal CityWalk and 5 minute drive from Universal Volcano Bay. This 4-star resort is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Universal Islands of Adventure and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Universal Studios Florida.

Early Park Admission
Theme park admission required. Valid at select attractions.

FREE Universal Express Unlimited
Enjoy shorter wait times with FREE^ Universal Express Unlimited ride access at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Exclusive to guests staying at select Signature Collection hotels (Valid theme park admission required; select attractions.

Transportation
Water Taxi and Shuttle Bus

Themed Kids Suites

Theme Park Benefits for Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

More Rides, More Often
Guests of select Signature Collection hotels can get to the fun faster and skip the regular lines at participating rides and attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure with FREE^ Universal Express Unlimited -- including some favorites in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. (Valid theme park admission required)

Start With More Fun.
Breeze into one of our theme parks up to an hour early with Early Park Admission*. (Valid theme park admission required. Select attractions.)

Fun, Free And Easy Transportation
Fun, free and easy is how guests of Universal hotels get to the parks and back. Hop aboard one of our complimentary shuttle buses or water taxis** from select hotels and get to the fun fast. (Restrictions apply.)

Priority Seating at Restaurants
Guests of select Signature Collection hotels get Priority Seating+ at many restaurants throughout Universal Orlando Resort. (Valid separate theme park admission is required for park entry. Restrictions apply.)

More Than Just A Room Key
More than just a room key, your key card allows you to charge your purchases across Universal Orlando Resort. Must be 21+ with valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.

Shopping Made Simple
Guests of Universal hotels can be carefree and carry-free when shopping at select stores in Universal's theme parks and CityWalk. We'll deliver++ your purchases directly to your hotel, free of charge. Restrictions apply.

Terms and Conditions
Valid theme park admission required. 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. Park-to-Park admission required to board the Hogwarts Express(TM). 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 (when compared to the estimate wait time of the regular lines) at participating rides and attractions. Wait times are estimates that may vary due to weather, demand, and downtimes and are not guaranteed. Present valid room key card (or other authorized Express validation) to the attendant upon entering the Express queue for a participating ride and attraction. Parks, attractions, wait/operational times, and benefits are subject to substitutions, change, availability, capacity and/or cancellation without notice, and not guaranteed. Additional restrictions apply.

**Water taxi accessible from Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort or Loews Sapphire Falls Resort and not available for transportation to Universal Volcano Bay or Universal Epic Universe.

+Priority Seating is only available to guests of Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort with room key card. Valid at select dining venues in Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk during normal park/venue operating hours, subject to availability. Separate theme park admission is required to enter the theme parks. Parking is not included. Guests are encouraged to visit the hotel's Concierge Desk for details, availability and to make a reservation. Reservations are highly recommended but not required. Any groups over seven require direct contact with the preferred venue to check and confirm availability as it is not guaranteed. Benefit and participating locations are subject to availability, change and/or cancellation without notice, and additional restrictions may apply.

++Only merchandise purchased from select Universal Orlando owned and operated theme park stores are eligible for Hotel Delivery. Hotel Delivery concludes daily at 5pm and the service cannot be used the day of guest check out. Additional restrictions apply and are subject to change without notice.

Rooms & Suites at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Make yourself at home in one of the 750 air-conditioned rooms featuring mini-refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Cable programming and iPod docking stations are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.

Rooms & Suites Descriptions at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

Standard Double Queen Rooms
Portofino Bay Hotel's Standard Double Queen Rooms sleep up to five with a rollaway* and feature marble accents with custom-designed furnishings from Italy. Complimentary wireless internet^ and a flat panel TV make your stay even more comfortable.

Standard King Bed Rooms
Portofino Bay Hotel's Standard King Bed rooms are fit for royalty and sleep up to three with a rollaway*. Order room service and bask in the posh comforts of your room before taking a stroll on the bayfront piazza.

Deluxe Rooms
Sleeps up to 3 (1 king bed) or 5 (2 queen beds) with rollaway*. Deluxe rooms offer 490 square feet of space, plus a stylish and spacious bathroom. Complimentary wireless internet^ and a flat panel TV come standard to make your stay even more comfortable.

Club Level Rooms
Exclusive Access And Personal Service. Indulge in personalized hospitality with a Club Level room or select Club Level suites. In addition to nightly turndown service and personal concierge service, Club Level guests have access to the 3,500-square-foot Portofino Club Lounge serving continental breakfast as well as complimentary beverages and snacks throughout the day.

Kids Suites
Sleeps up to 5 (1 king and 2 twin beds) with rollaway*. Parents can have privacy in a beautiful master bedroom while the kids have fun in a Despicable Me-themed connecting room that opens only to the King room. Wireless internet^ and a flat panel TV come standard to make your stay even more comfortable.

Portofino Suites
Enjoy extra room with a 900-square-foot total suite, offering a living space and either a Garden View or Bay View King Room (shown here) or Double Queen Room.

Villa Suites
The sitting room of The Villa Suite at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.

Hospitality Suites
The sitting room in The Hospitality Suite at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.

Governatore and Presidente Suites
The living room and dining room of The Presidente and Governatore Suites at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.

Restaurants & Lounges

Mama Della's Ristorante
You're always welcome at Mama's. Take a seat and enjoy a menu of authentic dishes from Tuscany, Naples, and Piemonte, plus family dining house specialties like Insalata Mama Della and the best lasagna this side of Sicily. Complement your meal with an extensive wine list and save some room for coffee, tiramisu, and cannoli.

Bice Ristorante
Bice Ristorante offers Northern Italian cuisine and superb service in an elegant atmosphere. Fresh pasta is rolled daily to create the authentic menu of exquisite dishes, from seafood fettuccini to veal scaloppini and beyond. Don't forget to save room: A pastry chef crafts decadent desserts like tiramisu and limoncello cheesecake each day.

Trattoria del Porto
For family-friendly fare with a touch of Italian charm, head to this casual full-service restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining. Start your morning with hot pancakes, eggs, baked goods, fruit, coffee and juice. Dinner brings a menu of soups, salads, steak, fish and more. And with an in-house pastry chef, you won't want to miss dessert.

Sal's Market Deli
Just steps away from the harbor, this local market features the warmth of a neighborhood delicatessen. Choose from Italian staples like handmade pizzas, sandwiches, salads, meats, cheeses and fresh fruit. Enjoy your meal with a glass of wine or Italian beer inside, picnic outside on the piazza, or place your order to-go for a quiet night in.

The Thirsty Fish
Watch the sun set over the bay at this casual waterfront bar located on the Harbor Piazza. Unwind and catch up with the family as you sip and snack. You'll find champagne, beer, wine and cocktail menus as well as assaggini (small plates) of shrimp, hummus, meats and cheeses.

Splendido Bar & Grill
Relax in your lounge chair and let your meal come to you. Enjoy a menu of pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more with poolside delivery service or standard table service. Stay cool with artisan popsicles and novelty ice cream bars, or satisfy your sweet tooth with cookies and brownies. Then toast a day well spent with a sea of specialty drinks.

Gelateria
Indulge in a time-honored Italian tradition with creamy, artisan gelato by the bay. Enjoy decadent milkshakes, flavorful smoothies, coffee and tempting biscotti from this classic shop.

Room Service
We're on-call and at your service. Whether you want breakfast in bed or crave an evening snack, you'll find a wide variety of menu options to choose from.

Pools & Activities at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel

The Beach Pool
The Beach Pool is the ideal place for the family to spend the day together. This lively pool area features a Roman aqueduct-themed water slide, a sandy beach, adjacent children's pool, two Jacuzzis and three colorful beach cabanas.

The Villa Pool
For a bit more exclusivity, the serene Villa Pool offers additional amenities including private cabana rentals and upgraded lounge chairs. The cabanas include a ceiling fan, refrigerator, phone and plasma TV.

The Hillside Pool
The third swimming pool, the Hillside Pool on the hotel's east wing, offers a bit more privacy for a quiet place to relax by the water.

Poolside Activities
Play at the pool all day long with ping-pong tournaments, water balloon tosses, pool basketball, hula hoop contests, bocce ball, and arts and crafts. Check with the front desk to find out what's going on during your stay.

Game (Not) Over
Blast and zap your way through the latest video games in the hotel's game room, located near the Beach Pool. Open daily.

Waterfront Views and Old World Charm
Surrounding the sparkling Portofino Bay, the Harbor Piazza boasts cobblestone paths and sidewalk cafes, complete with Italian sports cars and Vespas parked by the port and a variety of charming shops and restaurants.

Shop Your Way Through Portofino
At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, shopping is a recreation in itself. Try fashionable finds at Alta Moda and find treasured souvenirs at L'ancora, Le Memories de Portofino and the Universal Studios Store.

Walking And Jogging Paths
Extensive paths enable you to enjoy a picturesque walk or jog through the beautiful grounds of Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. You'll also find designated dog walking areas.

Musica della Notte
Each evening at sunset+ , the lobby comes to life with a complimentary showcase of classic opera and "popera" favorites sung by talented performers.

Harbor Nights
Spend an enchanted evening on the Harbor Piazza enjoying live music and traditional opera as you sip wine and sample gourmet fare.

Weddings at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Mediterranean is yours to experience at this stunning re-creation of the seaside village of Portofino, Italy. At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, you can expect an exceptional wedding experience surrounded by the unparalleled beauty, elegance and romance of the Italian Riviera.

Terms and Conditions
*Select nights each week, weather permitting. Hours subject to change.
+Weather permitting.

Transportation

Transportation
It's a quick hop from Universal's hotels to the parks with free water taxis or shuttles.

Airport Transportation
Universal's SuperStar Shuttle provides dedicated welcome service and transportation between Orlando International Airport and our spectacular Universal Orlando Resort Hotels (fees apply). Guests may inquire about booking this service by calling 800-823-4733 prior to their arrival at Orlando International Airport.