"We were told there was minor exterior work taking place. What we did not realise until we arrived is that most of the front of the property was covere ... " More
13 May 2024 by Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Thank you for your comments. We constantly look for ways to improve our product and services and from time to time, this includes enhancements to the property to create a more vibrant atmosphere for our guests. I apologize for the issues you noted and can assure you our priority is to provide a truly comfortable and memorable experience for all of our guests. We hope you will come back to visit us, and trust you will be impressed with our commitment to a superior product.
The property will be renovating from 28 July 2023 to 15 March 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and 3 hot tubs along with a waterslide and a fitness centre. There are 5 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Event space at this hotel measures 42000 square feet (3902 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, early theme park entry, and express theme park tickets are also featured at the family-friendly Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Orlando hotel.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , High-speed internet access
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Self parking (surcharge)
Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers 750 accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Bice Ristorante – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Mama Dellas Ristorante℠ – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Trattoria del Porto™ – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco 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.
3 outdoor swimming pools and 3 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness centre.
Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
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.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.