Universal's Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
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The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers its guests an extravagant European(-style) vacation without the hassle of transatlantic flights. And with far more roller coasters than you'll find on the Italian... Read More
The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers its guests an extravagant European(-style) vacation without the hassle of transatlantic flights. And with far more roller coasters than you'll find on the Italian Riviera. This Four Diamond hotel boasts the luxurious, full-service Mandara Spa, myriad dining options and a water taxi that will take you directly to Universal Studios as well as its nearby sister properties. Not enough perks? Guests receive a free Universal Express pass that makes waiting on lines a non-issue. With eight restaurants, three pools, an art gallery and many lovely boutiques, there's plenty to occupy your leisure time.
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A.D. Thompson
Orlando Local Expert
- Best for Romantic Hotels Because: At the Loews Portofino Bay, you can split your time between Hogwarts and the Italian Riviera (by way of Orlando). It's a "have-your-cake-and-eat-it"-style proposition.
- Best for Pet-Friendly Hotels Because: This is the most upscale of the three on-site deluxe resort hotels at Universal. Rover will surely appreciate the pet-centric room service menu.
- Best for Hotels near Universal Orlando Because: Italy comes to Orlando at the Loews Portofino, which means Harry Potter by day, the Italian Riviera by night. Aguamenti, indeed!
