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Portofino Bay Hotel

5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
Nightly Rates: ( 177.93 - 579.00 )
4 Star

Property Description

Orlando's finest hotel! Universal's Flagship Resort! The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel,is modeled after the famous Italian Seaside Resort Village. It has the largest rooms, is our largest property and features 3 pools and the Mandata Spa. Upsell to the Portofino Bay! Your guest will be very happy here! It's a 4 diamond resort, and has the highest industry service standards. There are 8 restaurants and lounges, 3 pools, shopping opportunities and a Concierge Desk at the resort. It surrounds a peaceful Bay, where you can take a water taxi ride to CityWalk and the Universal theme parks. It's perfect for a romantic getaway, yet there are plenty of activities for families, too (see Text C). There is evening turndown service for every guest room - the room is refreshed, lights are dimmed, and chocolates on the pillows. 750 Rooms (51 Suites) The BEACH POOL has a roman aquaduct slide, a zero entry (walk in vs. step in) and is the most popular of the pools. There's sand along the pool, a childrens pool, the Splendido Pizzeria, and a game room which makes it perfect for families. Cabanas are avaliable for rent for $ 125 (w/o TV) $150 (w/ TV) The VILLA POOL is a large pool near the bocci ball court, a hot and a cold plunge, a changing room and is surrounded by cabanas and several loungechairs. Cabana's are $100 (no tv) per day or $125 (with tv) per day The HILLSIDE POOL is smaller and the quietest of the 3 pools, in a more remote area. There is a changing room at this pool. GUEST BENEFITS At Universal Orlando, everything is within walking distance. Universal Orlando hotel guests enjoy the outstanding entertainment of Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and City Walk, all within footsteps of the hotel. In addition, on site hotel guest can travel throughout Universal Orlando by taking a complimentary water taxi cruise via scenic, peaceful waterways conne

Amenities

· Babysitting/Child Services
· Barber Shop
· Barber/Beauty Shop
· Boutiques
· Business Center
· Car Rental Desk
· CD Player
· Conference Facilities
· Coffee Maker in Room
· Concierge Desk
· Concierge
· City Center
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Doorman
· Drugstore
· DVD Player
· Elevators
· Game Room
· Golf
· Exercise Gym
· Hairdryers Available
· Hairdryers Available
· Iron
· Ironing Board
· Jacuzzi
· Jogging Track
· Childrens Activities
· Guest Laundromat
· Lounge
· Free Newspaper
· Pool
· Parking
· Restaurant
· 24 Hour Room Service
· Safe Deposit Box
· Shops/Commercial Services
· Fitness Center or Spa
· Telephone
· Theater Desk
· Laundry/Valet Services
· Voicemail

Room Information

GARDEN VIEW (DLX1K and DLX2Q)
450 sq. ft. 5ADTS MAX IN 2QFeatures rich, imported Italian furnishings, imported tiles, wonderfulbedding with the softest sheets and comforters. Shower/tub combo only CONNECTING: 2Q TO 2Q, 2Q TO 1K, 1K TO 1K (ALL GARDEN DLX1K/2Q CATEGORY) BALCONY:
BAY VIEW (BAY1K and BAY2Q)
450 sq. ft. 5ADTS MAX IN 2QOverlooking the scenic harbor and piazza below. Shower/tub combo only CONNECTING: BAY1K TO BAY1K, BAY2Q TO BAY2Q, BAY1K TO BAY2Q BALCONY:BAY1K- 4 full balc/2 step out BAY2Q-18 Full balc/10 stepout
DELUXE ROOM (VIL1K or VIL2Q)
Approx 490 sq. ft 5 ADTS MAX IN 2Q Larger bathrooms - shuttered window above the bathtub that opens into the bedroom area. Separate shower and tub. Double sinks. VIEW; is one of the pool areas. Most 2Queens have Sleeper sofas that sleep one (Ente
CLUB ROOMS (CLB1K and CLB2Q)
490 sq. ft. 5 ADTS MAX IN 2Q Deluxe Rooms w/Club Lounge - VIEW: A few club rooms located on 5th & 6th floor in the main building but most Club rms view the Villa pool. CONNECTING: CLB2Q-CLB2Q, CLB2Q-CLB1K, **NO CLB1K-CLB1K** BALCONY: CLB1K-2 full
KID SUITES (KIDS)
Approx 650 sq. feet Max Adult Occupancy is 3. Total Occ is 5 with rollaway ($25 fee) One bathroom - Master bedroom = king bed and connects to kids room which can have 2 twin beds or bunk beds(assigned at check in) 2 tv's - mus
Portofino Suite
(SPORP plus garden view connectors.) 450 square feet for parlor add approx. 450 sq ft for each Garden View bedroom (ok to force sell garden view if bay view rooms are avail) - **Connectors Rule the which discount to sell- if SPORP=3flo
Villa Suite
(SVILP plus DELUXE ROOM connector) - 620 square feet for parlor, add approx. 490 sq feet for each bedroom large sitting area - television - dining or conference table kitchenette - lush furnishings - fax machine - mini stereo system.
Hospitality Suite
(SHOSP plus garden view connector) - 920 square feet for parlor, add approx 450 sq feet for each add-on Garden View bedroom (ok to force sell garden view if bay view is available)two large sitting areas - television - large dining
Guest Room Services
All Guest Rooms, and suites, receive once daily housekeeping. 24hr room service available.Evening Turndown Service for all room types - * Replacement of all used terry items, towels and glassware.* Preparation of room for the evening: -Emptying of t
GOVERNATORE & PRESIDENTIAL
(Gov-2,265 sq ft, Pres 2,725 sq ft) Available for special occasions and VIP guests. Direct guest to call the Preferred Desk 888-444-2131 for Gov & Pres suites. Presidential has a full walk out balcony, Governator a narrow step out balcony only.

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 4:00 PM
· Check out time is 11:00 AM
· Time Zone is EST
· Opened in 1999
· Renovated in 2008
· 750 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 6 floors.

Directions

DIRECTIONS FROM ORLANDO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO UO RESORTS: Take North exit from Orlando International Airport to 528 West(toll road). Take 528 West to I-4 East. Exit at 75A which is Universal Blvd. Turn left at the end of the Ramp onto Universal Blvd and follow signs for the hotel. *There are several signs for Universal Orlando along the way.

City

ORLANDO INTL AIRPORT, (MCO), 12.00, W, Mile

Cancellation Policy

Cancel 5 Day Before Arrival. Cancellation penalty is 1 nights including tax. Please cancel at least five (5) days prior to arrival. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a penalty of one nights room rate plus tax.

Restaurant Information

TRATTORIA DEL PORTO

The Trattoria is the PBH's "three meals a day" restaurant. This is the restaurant where kids can dine with the characters (Fridayonly), a magician (Thursday) or clown balloonist (Saturday). Seating Capacity - 250 indoor seats and 200 outdoor seat

MAMA DELLA'S

Italian Family Dinner House. Similar to a busy, open family kitchen that is both warm and friendly. Expect a visit to your table from Mama and enjoy strolling musicians every night. Large portions, traditional and nontraditional Italian available

BiCE (pronounced bee-chay)

The chefs at Bice Ristorante blend traditional Italian dishes and Americancuisine to create an unforgettable dining experience. Guests enjoy expertlyprepared and elegant meals while they relax in surroundings which combineOld World elegance and

SALS MARKET DELI

A delicatessen and retail cafe. Consists primarily of counter counter service and self service table delivery, with items to go. Location: On Property/Next to Mama Della's/Harborside Meals: Lunch and Dinner Cuisine: Specialty sandwich

SPLENDIDO

Pool-side snack bar with open ovens for making pizzas. Location: On Property/Adjancent to beach pool area. Seating: 40 seats indoors and 60 seats at the pool area. Meal Periods: Lunch til dusk (weather permitting) Cuisine: Pizza, sandwich

Pool-side snack bar with open ovens for making pizzas.

Swank and stylish lobby bar. Modern Milanese Italian style. Happy Hour features martinis Location: Indoors, near lobby Seating: 50 seats, including sofas and 10 at the bar

GELATERIA

Serving individual continental breakfast items in the morning and deserts in the evening. Cappucino's and specialty coffees available. Location: Harborside Seating: Indoor and outdoor seating available.

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Area Attractions

ORLANDO INTL AIRPORT Location

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Kissimmee Downtown Orlando Sand Lake Hospital

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Busch Gardens

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Bubba Gump Hard Rock Live

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Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville Emeril's

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NASCAR Cafe Hard Rock Cafe Universal Studios

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