We are frequent Traveller's and have visited Florida on many occasion's, staying in various different styles of hotels from the cheaper & cheerful one's on International Drive - other 5* Resorts. And as we have always in the past had such wonderful holidays previously, this one at the Portofino has taken us a back! We are normally very sad to... More

I stayed here for a 3 day conference in mid-May - at first glance, the hotel looked very nice. It's an official Universal hotel, with shuttles by van and by boat to Universal/CityWalk. It has a huge lake (that mainly is just for show, except for the boats that transport you), and 3 pools - 2 of which are very... More

Place is awesome,it is perfect. Check in was quick,can take water taxi,or a 10 minute walk to universal. It does not matter what matter side you stay (east,west,main), just enjoy your vacation. Ate at Mama Bela and Bice,it was delicious. At Sals Market do not order the chicken soup,it came from Trattoria del Port, it was terrible,they did give us... More

We were please enough with our last stay at the Portofino to book a 2nd trip! In fact, we also joined the Loews Club. It definitely has the feel and ambiance of Italy. The rooms are very nice, with comfortable beds. The only thing that disappointed me was the lack of a balcony, as I would like to enjoy the... More

If you are visiting the Universal theme parks with your older (above 10 years old) kids, this is an ideal place to stay. Pricey? Yes. Worth it? Yes. We did not need to visit our car for 4 days. The water taxi shuttles you right over to/from the theme parks and Citywalk. The hotel service staff clearly takes pride in... More

This hotel is more of a true "resort". While I was there I felt like I was in Italy in a small fishing village. The resort covers 53 acres adjacent to Universal Studios theme park. The Bellmen and valet personnel were kink and courteous The complex is so large, that on the first day I could not find my room... More

Interesting hotel right in the heart of Universal Orlando. Very large Italian themed property with a large piazza and "harbor" betrween the two main wings of the hotel. Rooms were comfortable, clean and well maintained. Several choices for restaurants and drinks on the property. Restaurants and bars can be fairly expensive if you aren't paying attention, although not totally out... More

My husband and I stayed a night at this hotel for a mid-week getaway. We had a garden view king room, obtained at the Florida resident rate. The room was very clean and spacious, the bathroom was huge and elegant, and the bed was very comfortable. Usually when I book a room with a "garden view" I expect a view... More

I mostly enjoyed this property but there were a few hitches. First the parking is a bit of a hike from the rooms when the daytime temps are above 85. Also, I had booked a King with a garden view several weeks ahead and the reservation went thru. But when I checked in they had upgraded me ( read no... More