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Portofino Bay

Updated 6/18/2022 Be sure to request a Resort Guide at the front desk so that you can have the most up-to-date information about resort happenings and schedules.

Experience La Dolce Vita - the sweet life - at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at the Universal Orlando Resort. Guests can relax in surroundings inspired by the beauty, romance, and charm of the picturesque seaside village of Portofino, Italy. Wonderfully appointed rooms and suites welcome families home each day. Tempting outdoor cafes and shops dot the piazza around a serene harbor. Three enticing pools offer every level of relaxation. Incredible restaurants tempt every palate with flavorful culinary tours of Italy. Guests of the hotel also enjoy exclusive Universal Orlando Resort benefits.

Portofino Bay offers standard rooms with garden or bay views. These rooms sleep up to 4 guests, and a 5th guest can be accommodated in a rollaway bed (additional charge). If you are looking to upgrade your experience, indulge in a club level room, which includes exclusive access to the Portofino Club Lounge and concierge service. The Portofino Club Lounge has food and beverage offerings throughout the day and evening. Experience the best of Portofino in a Despicable Me Kids Suite, Portofino Villa, or one of the luxurious suites offered at the resort.

There is no lack of dining options at Portofino Bay Hotel.
  • Mama Della’s Ristorante features authentic Italian cooking and strolling musicians who make you feel right at home. 
  • Bice Ristorante offers Northern Italian cuisine and superb service in an elegant atmosphere. 
  • Trattoria del Porto offers family-friendly fare with a touch of Italian charm. This casual, full-service restaurant has indoor and outdoor dining overlooking the picturesque bay. 
  • Sal’s Market Deli offers Italian staples like homemade pizza, sandwiches, salads, meats, cheeses, and fresh fruit. 
  • Guests can watch the sunset over the harbor at The Thirsty Fish, a casual waterfront bar featuring small plates and beverages. 
  • If you are poolside, enjoy burgers, sandwiches, and more at Splendido Bar and Grill. 
  • The Gelateria is sure to be a favorite, offering gelato, milkshakes, smoothies, biscotti, and more. 
  • And, what resort would be complete without its very own Starbucks?

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel offers three different pool areas. First, the Beach Pool is an ideal place for the family to spend the day. The lively pool area features a Roman aqueduct-themed water slide, sandy beach, adjacent children’s pool, two Jacuzzis, and three beach cabanas. Nearby, you’ll find the Game (Not) Over arcade and game room. The Villa Pool has a more serene scene and offers private cabana rentals and upgraded lounge chairs. The Hillside Pool is located on the hotel’s east wing and offers more privacy for a quiet place to relax by the water.

Guests can shop their way through Portofino at one of several shops. Look for fashionable finds at Alta Moda and find treasured souvenirs at L’ancora, LeMemories de Portofino, and the Universal Studios Store.  Be sure not to miss Musica della Notte - each evening at sunset, the Harbor Piazza comes to life with a complimentary showcase of classic opera and "popera" favorites sung by talented performers.  

Need a little escape? Experience calming spa treatments customized to fit your needs at Mandara Spa. Indulge in pampering skin care, wraps, body treatments, hair and nail care, massages, a complimentary fitness center, and exclusive steam and sauna facilities.

Why stay at Loews Portofino Bay Resort?
  • FREE Universal Express Unlimited
  • Early admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
  • Fun, free, and easy transportation
  • Priority seating at restaurants
  • Resort-wide charging privileges
  • Have your theme park purchases delivered to the resort
Overnight guest parking is an additional cost.  Self parking is $28, plus tax, per night, per vehicle.  Valet parking is $37 plus tax, per night, per vehicle.

Our thoughts on Loews Portofino Bay Hotel:

Let’s talk about the beds - seriously the most comfortable beds on Universal property. The Stearns & Foster mattresses will have you looking forward to crawling into bed each night.

Steven Spielberg and his wife had just visited Portofino, Italy before he began work on the design of this hotel. When you stay at Portofino Bay Hotel, you really do feel like you are in a different location.

Water taxi service makes it easy to get from the resort to the parks and Universal City Walk. If you don’t want to wait for a boat, the walk takes about 15 minutes.

This resort can be a challenge with guests who have mobility issues. There are a lot of steps, and while elevators are available, you often have to go out of your way to find and use them.

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