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Hotel Kinetic Orlando Universal Blvd.vsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is preferred by most reviewers compared to Crowne Plaza Orlando - Universal Blvd. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando has a TripExpert Score of 91 with accolades from 14 publications including Oyster, Concierge and The Telegraph.
Hotel Kinetic Orlando Universal Blvd.
Frommer's
Star Service
Gayot
7800 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This sleek, 15-story high-rise is conveniently located a block east of I-Drive and caters primarily to business travelers." Full review
Star Service "Located near Sand Lake Avenue, and a five-minute drive from Islands of Adventure, this is spry Crowne Plaza affiliate is an unusually inviting option for individuals and couples. " Full review
Gayot "Providing a quiet room in the world's busiest tourist corridor is the goal of this hotel located minutes from Universal Studios."
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
Concierge
Insight Guides
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide Star Service Gayot
Zagat
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
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
