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Universal Portofino Bay Hotel


Universal Portofino Bay Hotel  

 

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407-503-1000
Fax: 407-503-1010

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Experience La Dolce Vita - The Sweet Life!

Nestled along a picturesque bay, this luxurious hotel recreates the charm and romance of the sunny seaside
village of Portofino, Italy, right down to the cobblestone streets and outdoor cafés. Universal will rejuvenate
you with VIP treatment. Guests enjoy stylish, spacious guest rooms featuring authentic Italian furnishings,
plus impeccable and attentive service.

   
Standard Room


Garden View Rooms


Relax in comfort in one of our standard Garden View rooms, each offering a lovely vista of the meticulously manicured and landscaped grounds. Every guest room features marble accents and elegant furnishings from
Italy. Garden View rooms come with either a king bed or two queen beds, and offer plenty of room to
luxuriate at a spacious 460 square feet.



ROOM LAYOUT

Standard Room

Bay View Rooms

Open your window shades and find yourself in the heart of the Italian Riviera. Bay View rooms overlook the
hotel’s scenic Portofino Bay and picturesque harbor piazza. Every morning you can look out and watch the
sun glittering off the sparkling water and its fleet of colorful fishing boats. Like the standard Garden View
rooms, our Bay View rooms are 460 square feet, and give you a choice of a king or two queen beds


ROOM LAYOUT

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Premium Rooms

Deluxe Rooms

These elegantly appointed accommodations offer an even larger living space at 490 square feet, plus a
stylish and roomy bathroom featuring a separate tub and shower. In addition to the extra comfort you'll
enjoy a view of the serene Villa Pool and surrounding gardens, or the dramatic Roman aqueduct-styled
Beach Pool.

Club Level Deluxe Rooms
Upgrade your stay with us to enjoy access to the Portofino’s Club Lounge and you’ll enjoy the utmost in European hospitality and service. You’ll receive special room amenities, access to the exclusive Club Level
Lounge conveniently located near the lobby, and other benefits and privileges.
All rooms with Club Lounge access are the Deluxe Room category at 490 square feet.

  • Additional room amenities including cordless phone, evening turndown service, and cotton signature bathrobes
  • Welcome amenity featuring a custom CD of Italian music
  • Complimentary admission to health club at Mandara Spa®
  • Access to our 3,500 square foot lounge located off the main lobby
  • Personal concierge services to help with all your vacation needs
  • Access to game tables, billiard table, computer access, TV viewing area, a lending library for books,
    CDs and videos
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and soft drinks throughout the day
  • Continental breakfast served each morning (7:00 am - 10:00 am)
  • Hot & cold hors d'oeuvres and complimentary beer and wine (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
  • "Something Sweet" each night (9:00 pm - 10:00 pm)

Lounge open daily 7:00am - 10:00pm

Suites

Kids Suites
Our Kids Suites let mom and dad have a little privacy, and the kids have some fun! With a standard king
bedroom for the adults plus a separate room for the kids, there’s plenty of space for the whole family at
650 - 675 square feet. The two separate rooms are connected via a door that can be open or closed, and
feature a single entrance to the adult room. In other words, the children’s room opens only into the adult’s
room, and not into the hallway. The kids rooms are decorated in fun themes and include two twin beds, a
small table and chair set, separate closet, and a television.

Portofino Suites
Our Portofino Suites are cozy and comfortable with plenty of space to relax after a day at the theme parks.
These suites have a 283 square foot parlor which adjoins to a 463 square foot Garden View bedroom. A
second adjoining Garden View room can also be reserved to create a two-bedroom suite.

Villa Suites
Vacation in style in one of our roomy Villa Suites. You’ll enjoy a casual seating area, a dining area, and a kitchenette. The 655 square foot parlor features an adjoining 490 square foot deluxe bedroom. A second adjoining room can also be reserved for a two-bedroom suite. It’s all the comforts of home, in the heart of Universal Orlando. Villa Suites are also available on the Club Level; additional charges apply.

Hospitality Suites
This is where our guests can welcome their guests. Ideal for casual social or business gatherings, the
Hospitality Suite includes a large dining table, kitchenette and expansive living space. The 928 square foot
parlor features an adjoining 463 square foot Garden View bedroom. A second adjoining room can also be reserved to create a two-bedroom suite.

Governatore Suites
You deserve this kind of luxury… with a spacious bedroom, walk-in closet, separate study area, dining and conference area, plus entertainment space, you'll live like royalty. These 2,115 square foot suites come
complete with a whirlpool tub, wet bar with refrigerator, and a mini kitchen equipped with a service pantry.
A second and third bedroom can also be reserved.

Presidential Suite
Simply magnificent… for those who demand the absolute best, this is it. Our grand signature suite
encompasses 2,715 square feet of European extravagance. The Presidente Suite features an immense
bedroom, walk-in closet, separate study area with TV, dining and conference area, and entertainment
space. You’ll also enjoy an expansive outdoor terrace with seating for six, a fireplace, wet bar with
refrigerator, a whirlpool tub and mini kitchen equipped with a service pantry. Create timeless memories
with the ultimate in luxury. An optional 2nd, 3rd, and 4th bedroom can be reserved.

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Recreation

Pools --Three beautifully themed pools to choose from:

BEACH POOL
The Beach Pool is the ideal place for the family to spend the day together. Enjoy a Roman Aqueduct themed
water-slide, sandy beach and relaxing in the sun. Cabanas are available for rent.

VILLA POOL
Offering more exclusivity with upgraded amenities and lounge chairs, the Villa Pool is the perfect place to
relax for a couple of hours…or the entire afternoon. Cabanas are available for rent.

HILLSIDE POOL
The Portofino Bay Hotel offers another pool on the east wing of the hotel, offering a quiet place for
contemplation and more privacy.


The Mandara Spa & Fitness Center

The Mandara Spa is a sanctuary where you can relax and discover the elixir of youth, not as a goal, but as a moment of blissful reverie. Let us send you to a place where calm and serenity exist every moment. Mandara
Spa offers guests customized and personalized treatments to fit their needs. Spa packages are available or
guests may opt to utilize the spa on an a-la-carte basis. The experience will be one of pampering, total
relaxation, and calm.

Spa services include massage, skin care, beauty, body treatments, hydro massage, steam and sauna,
lounges, refreshments, hair and nail care, and in-room massages (available at all three on-site hotels)

The fitness center includes state of the art cardio and weight machines. Fees apply.

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Dining
 

Mama Della’s Ristorante
Located on the harbor level next to Trattoria del Porto®. At Mama’s, everyone is family! Featuring authentic
Old World favorites from Tuscany, Naples and Piemonte. Mama herself often greets guests in person and encourages everyone to “Eat, eat!” Strolling musicians create a memorable atmosphere for an unforgettable
meal. Buon appetito!
For reservations at Mama Della’s RistoranteSM, call 407-503-DINE (3463)


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.
For reservations at Bice Ristorante, call 407-503-1415


Trattoria Del Porto

The colorful festivals celebrated in the Italian countryside are the background for Trattoria del Porto®. Enjoy diverse regional cuisine, delicious antipasti and tempting desserts. Entertainment on select nights including character dining.

The restaurant also has a children's play area with a child-size table and chairs, beanbags, and a large screen
TV where kids can watch all their favorite cartoons.

For reservations at Trattoria Del Porto®, call 407-503-DINE (3463)


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.

24-hour room service - allows guests to eat in the privacy of their room.


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Services/Facilities/Amenities
  • 3 telephones at bed, desk and in the bathroom each with dual voice lines, data port and voice mail
  • Cotton signature bathrobes
  • On Command®in-room movies, video check-out and remote control television with cable channels
  • Smart room technology for automated heating and air conditioning
  • Coffee maker and coffee
  • Refreshment pantry
  • DVD Players
  • CD Clock Radio
  • In-room Safe
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Hair dryer and make-up mirror
  • High speed internet access (HSIA) - $9.95/day
  • Daily newspaper delivery to guest room (New York Times) upon request only

Dive-In Movies
Catch the “movie of the week” on a big screen poolside. Select Nights (weather permitting).

Harbor Piazza
There are several piazzas throughout the resort, but the harbor piazza is the grandest of them all.
Surrounding the sparkling Portofino Bay, you'll find cobblestone streets and sidewalk cafes, complete with
Italian sports cars and Vespas parked by the harbor.

Shopping – The hotel offers five different retail stores from an art gallery to the latest in resort and Universal Orlando wear.

Jogging & Walking Paths
Whether you're a runner, a jogger, or a walker you can take a trip around the Universal Orlando Resort
grounds.

Poolside Activities
From ping pong tournaments to pool basketball and bocce ball to hula hoop contest and arts & crafts, you’ll
find something fun to do poolside for the whole family.

Game Room - Open from 8am - 12 midnight daily.

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Transportation

Guests of Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando enjoy the exclusive benefit of complimentary UNIVERSAL EXPRESS
ride access*. Just present your hotel room key card at each ride and attraction’s express entrance and you can bypass the regular attraction lines!

*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. Not valid for separately ticketed special events. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change
without notice. Access may be restricted during certain times at certain attractions.

Check In/Check Out


Check-in at 4:00 PM
Check-out at 11:00 AM

There are 3 check out options: By Television, Express Check-out or Traditional Check out available at the Front Desk

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