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Experience la dolce vita – the sweet life – at the luxurious Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando® and enjoy an exclusive package of theme park benefits. The 750-room hotel is modelled after the famed Mediterranean seaside village of Portofino, complete down to the cobblestone streets and outdoor cafes. Stroll the harborside piazza where you can while away the hours in charming shops and boutiques. Take a dip in one of three lushly landscaped swimming pools. Take a culinary tour of Italy at eight restaurants and lounges. Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating massage or complete makeover in the Mandara Spa®. The Italian Riviera comes alive at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, where every day is a celebration of the robust and romantic lifestyle of Italy. Plus Universal Orlando® Resort on-site hotel guests enjoy Early Park Admission* to Universal’s Islands of Adventure® one hour before the park opens (valid theme park admission required). They also receive free Universal ExpressSM access to jump the regular queues* at participating rides and attractions in both theme parks.
Where is it?
Within easy walking distance of both Universal Orlando® theme parks - Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure®, plus Universal CityWalk® entertainment complex. Transfer time from airport: 20 min.
Getting around
Free on-site transportation by water taxi or shuttle bus. Free transportation to SeaWorld® Orlando, Aquatica and Wet 'n Wild® Orlando water park (reservations times at nearby golf courses*. Self parking approx $15, valet parking approx $22 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).
Wheelchair access
Wheelchair-accessible rooms with 2 queen-size or 1 king-size bed with roll-in shower.
Facilities
Bice Ristorante (dinner only), Trattoria del Porto® (breakfast, lunch and dinner), Mama Della's RistoranteSM (dinner only), Sal's Market Deli, Galateria/Caffe Espresso, Splendido Pizzeria (poolside café), The Thirsty Fish®, Bar American. 3 swimming pools, children's pool, Campo Portofino® supervised kids' camp (reservations required), Mandara Spa® and fitness centre with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms*. Games room arcade. 24-hour room service. Laundry facilities. Gift shop.
Room info
750 rooms on 6 floors in the main building, and 5 in the other 2 wings with 12 lifts. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, wireless internet*, coffee maker, mini-bar, safe, iron and board, bathrobes and hairdryer. Nightly turn-down service upon request. Free daily newspaper upon request. Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping max 4 persons or family of 5 with rollaway bed*.
Room Upgrade
Bay View Rooms - overlooking the piazza and the Portofino's scenic harbour. Deluxe Rooms - feature a larger living space, separate bath and shower. Club Rooms - have access to a private lounge offering complimentary daily breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine. Kids Suites - some Dr Seuss themed - available at a supplement.
Minimum stay
2 nights at all times.
Additional information
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: One person must be 21 years or over in each room.
† Requires paid theme park admission. Early Park Admission begins one hour prior to Universal’s Islands of Adventure regular opening hour for on-site hotel guests and is valid 7 days a week for travel through 12/31/12, valid only at select Islands of Adventure attractions. Universal Express ride access is not valid during Early Park Admission. Additional restrictions may apply and the foregoing benefits are subject to change without notice. ^On-site hotel privileges good for hotel stay as indicated on the room key card. Only good for the number of guests staying in the room. Paid theme park admission required. Some attractions excluded. Express ride access available during normal theme park operating hours only. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort logos © 2012 Universal Rank Hotel Partners. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.