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Eo InnvsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Eo Inn and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando are both recommended by expert writers. On balance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is preferred by most writers compared to Eo Inn. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando ranks #3 in Orlando with approval from 12 publications like concierge.com, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Eo Inn
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
227 N. Eola Drive, Orlando, FL 32801
From $80/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge "The antithesis of a theme park hotel, the Eõ Inn & Spa in downtown Orlando is low on frills."
Travel + Leisure "Located in a 1923 building on the corner of historic Lake Eola Park, EO Inn & Urban Spa's 17 rooms and five suites create a peaceful atmosphere with soft waterfall sounds." Full review
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After a Dead Sea mudwrap or facial, head to the rooftop terrace's Jacuzzi or enjoy a coffee and pastry at the on-site Panera Bread.
DK Eyewitness "Upscale, chic, and luxurious, the Urban Spa features smart rooms as well as a day spa. The inn also plays host to the trendy Panera Café."
Rough Guide "Facing Lake Eola, this chic boutique hotel has 17 stylish rooms with modern furnishings; some of the more expensive rooms have lake views."
Michelin Guide "Overlooking Lake Eola in Thornton Park and facing downtown Orlando's skyline, this upscale boutique hotel operates in a lavishly remodeled 1923 building."
Lonely Planet "Sleek and understated, this downtown boutique inn overlooks Lake Eola near Thornton Park, with neutral-toned rooms that are elegant in their simplicity." Full review
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Concierge
Insight Guides
Fodor's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Star Service
Gayot
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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
