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Caribe Royale OrlandovsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Both Caribe Royale Orlando and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando ranks significantly higher than Caribe Royale Orlando. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando scores 91 with endorsements from 14 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
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8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness "Spread out over 45 acres (18 ha) of beautifully landscaped grounds filled with towering palm trees, this resort features large suites and multi-room villas to accommodate any size of family."
Star Service "Next door to its more modest sibling, the Buena Vista Suites, this is the nation's largest all-suite hotel, a vast, convenient complex...well-designed and well-suited to the large groups it hosts." Full review
Gayot "This all-suites, resort-style property consists of three well-appointed towers surrounding a lagoon: one for families, the second for groups and the third for executives and adults."
Fodor's "This big, pink, all-suites palace, on 53 tropical acres just 10 minutes from Disney, melds luxurious decor, family-friendly ingredients, and business-traveler amenities." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"An elegant, quality-conscious resort that offers stylish rooms and a large array of facilities." Full review
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
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5601 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
From $266/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "Universal boasts the property is its most sumptuous, and while it's truly comfortable, it's still at heart a very busy property catering to theme park vacationers."
Insight Guides "With a huge lagoon-style pool, a small sand beach, and Saturday "luaus" (Hawaian feasts), this Pacific Rim-themed hotel is particularly relaxing."
Fodor's "The charm and romance of Portofino, Italy—destination of Europe's rich and famous—are conjured up at this lovely luxury resort." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The charm and ambience of the Italian seaside village of Portofino have been meticulously re-created at this lavish resort."
Rough Guide "A lavishre-creation of the Italian seaside village of Portofino, complete with vintage scooters parked in the piazza."
Michelin Guide "Operated by the Loews Corp on Universal theme-park property, this colorful hotel edges a large body of water like the bayside Italian fishing village for which it is named."
Star Service "Located inside Universal Studios, this polished top-shelf theme resort offers direct access via walkway to the park's CityWalk shops and restaurants." Full review
Gayot "This is Portofino, although it is far removed from the location where you would probably expect to find it---the lovely lower thigh of the Italian boot."
Zagat4.0
"Pretend like you're "visiting Italy" at this "upscale" Portofino-inspired resort that's "in the midst of amusement park excitement" while still providing a "relaxing" oasis."
The Telegraph9.0
"The array of amenities is impressive and the dining is superb." Full review
