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Universal's Portofino Bay Hotel, Orlando

Universal's Portofino Bay Hotel, Orlando Overview:

Experience the sweet life at La Dolce Vita, a Loews Hotel located at Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando. This premier luxury hotel is designed to excite guests with the sights and sounds of the Italian Riviera. Portofino Bay at Universal Studios is a luxury hotel offering superior service and the stunning recreation of famed Italian seaside resort, Portofino.

Universal's Portofino Bay Hotel features three themed swimming pools: one with private cabanas, one with a beach pool and Roman Aqueduct-themed waterslide, and one pool with sandy beach area and adjoining child play area with pool. Other amenities include the jogging path, bocce ball courts, supervised child activity center, and Mandara Spa fitness center, massages, skin care, body treatments, hair and nail care, and sauna. Upscale shops, boutiques, and art gallery are spread throughout the property.

Guests have access to the area's finest golf courses, including special benefits through the Golf Universal Orlando program. In addition, Campo Portofino offers supervised activities for children. Guests also receive complimentary on-site transportation via water taxis or shuttle bus, priority seating at select Universal Studios theme park restaurants, complimentary delivery of purchases to room, and on-site charging privileges with room key card.

In-room Amenities:

  • 32" Flat Panel Television
  • In-room safe
  • Three telephones - bedside, desk, and bathroom - each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail
  • On Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels - (Fees apply)
  • Smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning
  • Keurig Coffee Makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Refreshment pantry
  • Hair dryer and make-up mirror
  • Complimentary wireless high speed internet access in most common areas
  • Daily newspaper delivery to all guest rooms (upon request)
  • Safety deposit box located in rooms and also available at front desk.
  • Complimentary turndown service (upon request)

    • Exclusive Benefits:

  • Universal Studios - Jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios, the number one movie and TV-based theme park in the world.
  • Universal’s Islands of Adventure - Feel the rush of adrenaline as you experience the innovative thrills and unexpected adventures of Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park.
  • Universal’s CityWalk - “Feel the electriCITY” at Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment. Universal CityWalk is home to the best of the best in live music, fine and casual dining, shopping, dancing, state-of-the-art cinemas and more.


    • Star Rating 4.0 Stars

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    • Overall Experience:5
    • Quality:5
    • Value:5
    • Cleanliness:5
    • Efficiency:5
    • Friendliness:5
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    Address

    5601 Universal Blvd
    Orlando, Florida 32819
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    Check In/Out Time

    Check In: 4:00 PM
    Check Out: 11:00 AM

    Number of Rooms

    750

    Number of Floors

    6

    Renovated

    1999

    Toll Free Bookings

    1-888-782-9722

    Amenities at Universal's Portofino Bay Hotel

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    • Air Conditioning
    • Babysitting (+)
    • Banquet Facility (+)
    • Barber Shop (+)
    • Beauty Shop/Salon (+)
    • Business Center (+)
    • Cable
    • Children's Program
    • Coffee Maker
    • Concierge Desk
    • Conference Rooms (+)
    • Connecting Rooms
    • Data Port
    • Dry Cleaning Service (+)
    • Exercise Facility
    • Game Room (+)
    • Golf (nearby) (+)
    • Hair Dryer
    • Handicap Rooms
    • High Speed Internet (+)
    • In room Mini Bar (+)
    • In room Safe (+)
    • In-room hot tub
    • Ironing Board
    • Jacuzzi/Hot Tub
    • Kitchenette
    • Laundromat (+)
    • Lounge/Bar
    • Non-Smoking Rooms
    • Outdoor Pool
    • Pet Friendly
    • Phone with Voicemail
    • Refrigerator
    • Restaurant
    • Room Service (+)
    • Spa (+)
    • Valet Parking (+)
    • Video Cassette Player

    (+) = Additional fees may apply for the use of these amenities.
    (*) = Free, some restrictions may apply.

    Rooms at Universal's Portofino Bay Hotel

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    Bay View Room

    Bay View Room

    This plush room offers the ambiance of the Italian Riviera, with views of the picturesque Portofino Bay and harbor piazza. The room features 1 king-sized bed or 2 queen-sized beds, and at around 450 square feet, guests will enjoy a comfortably spacious home-away-from-home. In-room amenities include 32 inch flat panel TV, in-room safe, and telephones located bedside, at desk/workpsace area,and in bathroom (each with dual voice lines, data port, and voice mail). Rooms also feature On-Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels, smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning, Keurig coffee makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas, iron and ironing board, refreshment pantry, hair dryer and make-up mirror, wireless high speed internet access, daily newspaper delivery, safety deposit box, complimentary turn-down service. (Note that request must be made ahead of time for some complimentary services and/or nominal fees may apply for some services.)
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    Deluxe Room

    Deluxe Room

    This plush room offers the ambiance of the Italian Riviera, with views of the picturesque Portofino Bay and harbour piazza. The room features or 2 queen-sized beds or 1 king-sized bed (subject to availability). At around 490 square feet, guests will enjoy this comfortably spacious home-away-from-home. In-room amenities include 32 inch flat panel TV, in-room safe, and telephones located bedside, at desk/workpsace area, and in bathroom (each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail). Rooms also feature On-Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels, smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning, Keurig coffee makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas, iron and ironing board, refreshment pantry, hair dryer and make-up mirror, wireless high speed internet access, daily newspaper delivery, safety deposit box, complimentary turn-down subject to availability service. (Note that request must be made ahead of time for some complimentary services and/or nominal fees may apply for some services.)
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    Garden View Room

    This beautiful room offers the ambiance of the Italian Riviera, with lovely and peaceful garden views. The room features 1 king-sized bed or 2 queen-sized beds, and at around 450 square feet, guests will enjoy a comfortably spacious home-away-from-home. In-room amenities include 32 inch flat panel TV, in-room safe, and telephones located bedside, at desk/workpsace area,and in bathroom (each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail). Rooms also feature On-Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels, smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning, Keurig coffee makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas, iron and ironing board, refreshment pantry, hair dryer and make-up mirror, wireless high speed internet access, daily newspaper delivery, safety deposit box, complimentary turndown service. (Note that request must be made ahead of time for some complimentary serviceS and/or nominal fees may apply for some services.)
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    Kid Suite

    Kid Suite

    This two-room suite offer plenty of space for the whole family at 650 sq. feet! The suite includes a king bedroom for the adults and two twin-sized beds in the children’s portion of the suite. The kid room does not have an entrance into the main hallway – only into the adult room, and is decorated in fun Dr. Seuss decor! Kids will also love the flat panel TV in their room! In-room amenities include 32 inch flat panel TV, in-room safe, and telephones located bedside, at desk/workpsace area,and in bathroom (each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail). Rooms also feature On-Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels, smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning, Keurig coffee makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas, iron and ironing board, refreshment pantry, hair dryer and make-up mirror, wireless high speed internet access, daily newspaper delivery, safety deposit box, complimentary turndown service. (Note that request must be made ahead of time for some complimentary services and/or nominal fees may apply for some services.)
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    Portofino Suite

    This luxurious suite offers the ambiance of the Italian Riviera, with panoramic views of the beach or harbor. The room features 1 king-sized bed or 2 queen-sized beds, and at around 900 square feet, guests will enjoy an amazingly spacious home-away-from-home. In-room amenities include 32 inch flat panel TV, in-room safe, and telephones located bedside, at desk/workpsace area,and in bathroom (each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail). Rooms also feature On-Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels, smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning, Keurig coffee makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas, iron and ironing board, refreshment pantry, hair dryer and make-up mirror, wireless high speed internet access, daily newspaper delivery, safety deposit box, complimentary turndown service. The 620 square foot Entertainment Parlor includes and AM/FM CD mini shelf stereo system as well as small refrigerator. (Note that request must be made ahead of time for some complimentary serviceS and/or nominal fees may apply for some services.)

    Room Secifications:
  • Parlor Size: 450 sq ft.
  • Connecting Bedroom: 450 sq ft
  • 1-bedroom Suite is 900 sq. ft total
  • 2-bedroom Suite is 1,350 sq ft total
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    Villa Suite

    Villa Suite

    This ultra-luxurious, incredibly spacious, two-room suite offers the ambiance of the Italian Riviera, with beautiful view of the harbor and lots of space for entertaining. The room features 1 king-sized bed or 2 queen-sized beds. In-room amenities include 32 inch flat panel TV, in-room safe, and telephones located bedside, at desk/workpsace area,and in bathroom (each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail). Rooms also feature On-Demand in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels, smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning, Keurig coffee makers featuring Emeril's coffee and assorted teas, iron and ironing board, refreshment pantry, hair dryer and make-up mirror, wireless high speed internet access, daily newspaper delivery, safety deposit box, complimentary turndown service. The 620 square foot Entertainment Parlor includes and AM/FM CD mini shelf stereo system as well as small refrigerator. (Note that request must be made ahead of time for some complimentary serviceS and/or nominal fees may apply for some services.)

    Room Secifications:
  • Parlor Size: 620 sq ft.
  • Connecting Bedroom: 490 sq ft
  • 1-bedroom Suite is 1,110 sq. ft total
  • 2-bedroom Suite is 1,600 sq ft total
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    User Reviews of Universal's Portofino Bay Hotel

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    BookIt.com® User Return/Recommend Rate:
    Based upon 1 User Reviews

    100% would return or recommend
    0% would not return or recommend

    Overall BookIt.com® User Rating: Overall User Rating
    Based upon 1 User Reviews

    A Recent Traveler from Toronto, ONTARIO CANADA had this to say:

    "What a delight to stay at this hotel. Everything was perfect- felt like I was in Italy and not Florida!!! Love to go back."

    Posted: Wed, Jan 14, 2009

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    From the Orlando International Airport
    Take 528 West (the Bee-Line Expressway*) toward Tampa and area attractions. Watch for signs to Interstate 4 East (to Orlando). From Interstate 4 East, take Exit #75A (30A) Universal Blvd. Take a left

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    Exit I-4 at Exit #75A (30A) Universal Blvd. Take a left onto Universal Blvd. and follow the signs to Universal Orlando.

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    Exit I-4 at Exit #74B (29B). Take a right on Hollywood Way and follow the signs to Universal Orlando.

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    Take Exit #259 (the second of the Orlando exits) and follow the signs to the I-4 Tampa exit. Exit I-4 at Exit #74B (29B). Take a right on Hollywood Way and follow the signs to Universal Orlando.


      
      
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