Portofino Bay Hotel

Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL US

Rating: 4 Stars
Experience La Dolce Vita -the sweet life- at Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando®, A Loews Hotel. Universal Orlandos premier luxury hotel is a stunning re-creation of the seaside village of Portofino, Italy. Guests enjoy stylish, spacious guest rooms featuring authentic Italian furnishings, impeccable and attentive service, The Mandara® Spa, three themed swimming pools and exceptional dining. Located within walking distance of Universal Studios® and Universals Islands of Adventure® theme parks, plus the Universal CityWalk® entertainment complex, hotel guests enjoy UNIVERSAL EXPRESSSM ride access*, enabling you to bypass the regular attraction lines at both theme parks.*On-site hotel privileges good for hotel stay as indicated on the room key card.

Meeting Facilities

Meeting Facilities
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL US
- 42,000 square feet of total meeting and function space - 15,040 square foot ballroom, can be divided into four subsections - 7,670 square foot junior ballroom, can be divided into five subsections - Six function rooms, can be divided into 13 subsections - Multitude of rigging/hanging points in ballroom and breakout rooms - Loews Hotels RUSH line in every function room for quick response via RUSH line operator - Digitally controlled HVAC in each function room - Executive boardroom - Several outdoor function areas

Restaurants

Dining
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL US
Mama Della’s Ristorante - Located on the harbor level next to Trattoria del Porto®. At Mama’s, everyone is family! (407) 503-DINE Open Daily at 5:00 P.M. Reservations recommended Bice Ristorante – An exquisite culinary voyage right to the heart of Italy awaits you amid a décor which combines Old World elegance and modern chic. (407) 503-1415 Open Daily for dinner. Reservations recommended Trattoria del Porto® – The colorful festivals celebrated in the Italian countryside are the background for Trattoria del Porto®. (407) 503-DINE Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Sal’s Market Deli – Sal’s offers a sensational assortment of Italian meats, cheeses, antipasto, fresh fruit, fresh baked pizzas and salads. Gelateria – Caffé Espresso – There’s nothing quite like an Italian bakery featuring tempting biscotti, homemade gelato, luscious pastries and specialty coffee, espresso and more. Splendido Pizzeria – Located poolside, everything from burgers to salads and an array of light specialties are available, including your favorite beverages. The Thirsty Fish - A harborside Italian wine bar, serving savory cicchetti (small plates of food). Bar American – This swank lobby lounge features classic style martinis, European cocktails and Italy’s treasured grappas, along with elegant hors d’oeuvres.

Area Attractions

Universal Orlando Resort
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL US
Universal Orlando® Resort is a spectacular vacation destination encompassing the world’s two most amazing theme parks side-by-side, an exciting nighttime entertainment complex, and magnificently themed on-site hotels. At Universal Orlando you can jump into the action of the movies at Universal Studios®, the number one movie and TV based theme park in the world. You’ll feel the adrenaline rush of cutting edge rides and attractions that challenge all your senses at Universal’s Islands of Adventure®, theme park. You can enjoy Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment, Universal CityWalk®. And stay on-site at the luxurious Portofino Bay Hotel, A Loews Hotel, the exciting Hard Rock Hotel®, or the exotic Royal Pacific Resort, A Loews Hotel. Best of all, the hotels, entertainment complex and theme parks are all conveniently located within a short walk or complimentary shuttle or water taxi ride away from each other. It’s A Vacation from the Ordinary®

Recreation

Recreation
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL US
- Mandara Spa – 12,300-square foot full-service spa offers guests customized and personalized treatments or casual less structured use. Open daily at 6:00 am. Call (407) 503-1244 for an appointment or for more information - Fitness center with Cardio Theater, free weights, exercise machines, lockers, steam and sauna rooms. Daily fee of $12. Discounted multiple day passes are available. - Game room arcade - Bocce ball courts - Jogging paths - Three beautifully themed pools to choose from: - Beach pool featuring a Roman aqueduct-styled water slide and adjacent children’s pool - Villa pool offers more exclusivity and upgraded amenities and lounge chairs, including private cabanas for rental. Starting at $100 regular/ $125 deluxe (includes TV & VCR) – Call (407) 503-1745 to reserve a cabana - Hillside pool on the east wing of the hotel offers more privacy - Five upscale gift and retail shops including Universal Orlando® Merchandise, Resort Wear, Galleria Portofino art gallery, and others. - Campo Portofino® children’s activity center - $12 per hour per child. Meal is and additional $12 per child - Open from 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Sunday through Thursday and from 5:00 pm to midnight, Fridays and Saturdays. Times are subject to change. - Please call (407) 503-1200 for reservations and more information. - Our Golf Universal Orlando program offers resort guests special benefits and preferred tee times at several nearby award-winning golf courses including MetroWest Golf Club, Orange County National Golf Center and Mystic Dunes Golf Club. Complimentary transportation provided for singles and doubles. Check with the concierge for more information. - Complimentary transportation to nearby Sea World® and Wet n’ Wild® water park - Upscale shopping available at the Mall at Millennia just minutes away

Room Information

Guest Rooms
- 750 guest rooms. - Approximately 90% of the rooms are non-smoking and 50% of the rooms are connecting. Garden View Rooms and Bay View Rooms are all 460 square feet. With 2 queen beds, these rooms will sleep up to five with added rollaway or sleeper sofa. All rooms include - Cotton signature bathrobes – Available in some rooms - In-room safe - Three telephones – bedside, desk, and bathroom – each with dual voice lines, data port, and voicemail - On Command® in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels – Fees apply - Smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning - Coffee maker and coffee - Iron and ironing board - Refreshment pantry - Hair dryer and make-up mirror - High speed internet access (HSIA) - $9.95/day - Daily newspaper delivery to all guest rooms (New York Times) - Flat screen TVs available in Presidente, Governatore and select Hospitality suites.
Club Level
- 91 rooms in total - Staffed from 6:30 am – 10:00 pm daily - Additional room amenities: CD/DVD players - Custom Portofino Bay Hotel welcome and turn down amenities - Complimentary admission to health club - Personal concierge services and 3,500-square foot lounge featuring: - Complimentary coffee, tea, and soft drinks throughout the day - Continental breakfast served each morning (7:00 am - 10:30 am) - Hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine served each afternoon (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm) - “Something Sweet” each night (8:00 pm - 9:30 pm) - Billiards table - Game tables - CD/DVD/book lending library

Directions

Orlando International Airport
1) Take SR-528 West 11 miles to I-4 East 2) Take I-4 East 2 miles to exit 75A 3) Follow the signs to hotel
I-4 Eastbound (Disney/Lake Buena Vista/Kissimmee)
1) Take I-4 East to exit 75A 2) Follow the signs to hotel
I-4 Westbound (Downtown Orlando)
1) Take I-4 West to exit 74B 2) Follow the signs to hotel

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    Amenities

  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Babysitting/Child Services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business Center
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Concierge
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Express Checkout
  • Golf
  • Hairdryers Available
  • Mini Bar
  • Modem Lines in Room
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Free Newspaper
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pool
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Shops/Commercial Services
  • Fitness Center or Spa
  • Television with Cable
  • Laundry/Valet Services
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