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News Releases
April 5, 2005
PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL FACT SHEET
Fact Sheet:
The allure of Mediterranean luxury is re-created at Universal Orlando with the Portofino Bay Hotel, which opened in September 1999. Featuring 750 elegantly appointed rooms, the Portofino Bay Hotel is imbued with the ambiance and romantic harborage of the Italian seaside village of Portofino.
ADDRESS
Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
PHONE
407-503-1000
SELECT AWARDS
- AAA Four Diamond Award (2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005)
- Travel & Leisure Magazine – “Top 500 Hotels in the World” (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005)
- Travel & Leisure Magazine – “Top 20 Most Family-Friendly Resorts in US and Canada” (2003, 2004)
- Conde Nast Traveler Magazine’s Gold List – “World’s Best Places to Stay” (2001, 2003, 2004)
GUEST AMENITIES/SERVICES
All rooms include the following
- On-command in-room movies, video check-out and remote control TV with cable channels
- Smart Room Technology for automated heating and air conditioning
- Integrated entertainment center including remote control color TV with cable channels, in-house video channels, on-demand movies and CD player/radio
- In-room safe
- Two dual-line telephones with voicemail system
- Refreshment pantry
- Coffee maker & coffee
- Iron & ironing board
- Hair dryer & make-up mirror
- Separate bath and vanity area with two separate sinks (one inside, one outside)
- High Speed Internet Access - $9.95/day
- Turn-Down Service
- Loews Loves Pets
- Home Sweet Loews – Loews offers extra items that you may have forgotten to bring with you.
Deluxe Rooms
Guest Rooms
Each of our standard rooms is equipped with one king, or two queen beds, and is capable of sleeping up to five.
Bay View rooms are equipped with the same amenities as the Garden View rooms, but with a scenic view of Portofino’s piazza and harbor.
These elegantly appointed accommodations feature an even larger living space, plus a separate tub and shower in a stylish and roomy bathroom. Additional amenities include:
- Fax machine
- CD player/radio
- Videocassette player
- Separate shower and enclosure
- Tub featuring shutters from the bath to the bedroom
- Cotton bed linens and terry towels
- Villa Rooms
The Villa complex has its own pool area and exclusive access for added privacy. Villa rooms are appointed with all the features of the deluxe rooms, connecting to a deluxe room and with a larger living area than the Portofino Parlor, this suite also includes a casual seating area, dining area and kitchenette.
Suites
Even greater space and luxury is available in the Kids Standard, Executive and Presidential Suites. Large screen remote television (Presidential Suite)
- Portofino Suites - Cozy and comfortable with plenty of space to relax after a day at the parks, a one-bedroom Portofino Suite connects to a garden or bay view room.
- Villa Suites - Connecting to a deluxe room and with a larger living area than the Portofino Parlor, this suite also includes a casual seating area, dining area and kitchenette.
- Hospitality Suites - The Hospitality Parlor features a large dining table, kitchenette and expansive living space and connects to a garden room.
- Governatore Suites (2) – The suites feature a spacious bedroom, walk-in closet, separate study area, dining and conference area, and entertainment space.. These suites also boast a whirlpool tub, wet bar with refrigerator, and mini kitchen equipped with a service pantry.
- Presidente Suite – Guests enjoy an immense bedroom, walk-in closet, separate study area with TV, dining and conference area, and entertainment space, your "la dolce experience" will be complete. The Presidente features an expansive outdoor terrace with seating for six, fireplace, wet bar with refrigerator, whirlpool tub and mini kitchen equipped with a service pantry. Suite is one bedroom, with 2 nd and 3 rd bedrooms available.
Exclusive Guest Benefits
- At Universal Orlando, everything is within walking distance, including Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and CityWalk. Guests at Universal Orlando’s on-site resorts enjoy exclusive privileges throughout their stay, including:
- Universal Express preferred access to theme park rides and attractions all day, every day.
- Courtesy water taxis and bus transportation between the resort, theme parks and entertainment complex
- Priority seating at select Universal Orlando restaurants and shows
- Complimentary package delivery of in-park purchases to guest rooms
- Resort ID cards to charge merchandise, dining and entertainment throughout Universal Orlando
Lobby & Reception Area
- Safe deposit boxes
- Concierge/guest services
- ATM machines
Parking
- Valet and self parking
- Car rental agency on premises
Retail Area
- Resort apparel, authentic Italian gifts, jewelry & other fine shopping assembled around the harbor piazza. Also featured an on-site Universal Orlando shop with favorite memorabilia from the theme parks
- Travel desk to arrange ground transportation and tours
MEETING SPACE
- The Portofino Bay Hotel boasts more than 42,000 square feet of meeting space.
- This includes the 15,040 square foot Tuscan Ballroom, and 6 additional function rooms, divisible by a total of 13 subsections.
- Portofino convention services offer a fully-functional business center, as well as complete A/V options.
- 7.670 square foot junior ballroom (divisible into five subsections).
DINING
- Bice Ristorante – The Bice Ristorante has opened its first location in Florida at the Portofino Bay Hotel. It features the finest in Italian style cooking, an extensive wine menu, and a breathtaking view of the Portofino Harbor.
- Trattoria del Porto - Serving three meals daily, Trattoria features diverse regional cuisine, and an expansive antipasto/dessert bar.
- Mama Della’s Restaurant – Located just off the harbor, Mama Della’s serves homestyle Italian cuisine in an at-home environment.
- Sal’s Market Deli - A harborside café atmosphere with a wide variety of dine-in or take-out selections.
- SplendidoPizzaria- This pool bar and grill offers everything from burgers to salads.
- Gelateria Caffe & Espresso – This Italian bakery serves up handmade gelato and assorted desserts, as well as a collection of coffees.
- Thirsty Fish – This casual dock-side bar serves up light finger foods, cigars, cordials, and cocktails.
- Bar American – Bar American is a central gathering place at Portofino Bay Hotel. Located in the main lobby, guests can enjoy cocktails, wine, beer, and assorted appetizers
- 24-hour room service
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
The Mandara Spa – The full-service Mandara Spa offers guests the ultimate in luxury treatments, including Swedish massage, deep tissue sports massage, wraps, aromatherapy tubs, and a full service salon with facial/treatment rooms including his/hers massage suite
Campo Portofino – Campo Portofino is the hotel’s supervised children’s activity program
- Outdoor Recreational Facilities
3 beautifully themed pools include
- Beach Pool featuring a Roman aqueduct styled water slide and adjacent children’s pool.
- Villa Pool offers more exclusivity and upgraded amenities including private cabanas for rental and upgraded lounge chairs
- Hillside Pool on the east wing of the hotel offers more privacy
- 3 whirlpools
- Children’s wading pool
- Jogging, walking and bicycle path
- Bocce Ball court
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