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The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Orlando · United States
72.0EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$from ~$558 / night
- families
- couples
- business
EMPTYJET RecommendEMPTYJET rank #1237
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
Second band: well-established luxury properties with consistent evidence across independent references.
21,147 guest reviews analysed
5601 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32819, USA
Distinctions
- Industry awards
Advisor network
Card travel programme
EMPTYJET Consensus
82.1 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 21,147 guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Trip.com, Priceline and Agoda.
Most noted: rooms.
Best for
- families
- business
- city breaks
- food & wine
About Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando features 750 rooms and a selection of six dining venues, including Bice Ristorante and Mama Della’s Ristorante, both serving Italian cuisine. Guests have access to three themed swimming pools, one of which includes a giant Roman aqueduct slide. The property is pet friendly, with pets permitted for a $150 fee, and offers a supervised children's activity center. Business travellers benefit from 42,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel is officially rated 4 stars.
Located in Orlando, the hotel serves both business and leisure guests with a range of amenities and dining options, making it a versatile choice for different types of stays.
Why it stands out
EMPTYJET lists Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando as an EMPTYJET property for its 4-star rating, extensive dining options, three swimming pools, and significant meeting facilities. Its Orlando location and family-friendly amenities add to its appeal for both leisure and business travellers.
Key facts
- Official classification
- 4-star (google_maps)
- Keys
- 750 rooms
- Check-in / out
- 16:00 / 11:00
- Pets
- allowed
- Children
- Supervised children's activity center
- Type
- Family, Business, Urban resort
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Swimming pool — 3 themed swimming pools, including one with a giant Roman aqueduct slide
Dining
- Multiple restaurants — Bice Ristorante; Mama Della’s Ristorante; Trattoria del Porto; Sal's Market Deli; Splendido Bar and Grill; Gelateria
- Bar — Snack a little or a lot on burgers, sandwiches, and more poolside at Splendido Bar and Grill™
Family
- Kids club — evidence: Supervised children's activity center
Policies
- Pet friendly — evidence: Pets are permitted for a $150 fee* in
Services
- Meeting rooms — evidence: 42,000 square feet of richly appointed meeting space
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
- World Travel AwardsWinner · North America's Leading Themed Resort2011
- American ExpressFine Hotels + Resorts
- VirtuosoMember
- American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts
Location
28.4808, -81.4608 · approximatePosition is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.
Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial14 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider2 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia5 fields
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