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Rosen Shingle CreekvsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando scores significantly better than Rosen Shingle Creek. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando scores 91 with positive reviews from 14 reviews such as Oyster, Fodor's and Concierge.
Rosen Shingle Creek
Frommer's
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
9939 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819
From $161/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "This magnificent Mediterranean-inspired resort evokes thoughts of a bygone era when Florida's legendary grand hotels were bastions of high style." Full review
Star Service "A colossus among the cypress trees, this strapping resort is one of the largest properties in central Florida, a vast unabashed convention hotel with its eye on large groups." Full review
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With 445,000 sq ft of indoor space, groups have a wide variety to choose from.
Gayot "Guests can enjoy eco-adventures by hiking nature trails, birding in the woods or fishing in her waters, reservations required."
Zagat4.0
""Close to Orlando's attractions but away from the hustle and bustle", this "huge", "beautiful" Mediterranean-inspired conference resort is "ideal if you are traveling on business"."
Fodor's "It may cater to the convention crowd, but make no mistake: this place offers plenty to those seeking fun and relaxation." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The resort has a championship golf course, tennis courts, and four swimming pools... numerous upscale amenities draws couples and families." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Undeniably luxurious, Rosen Shingle Creek avoids the 'pretentious' trap with a casual-elegant ambiance that encourages visitors to be as swanky or as touristy as they like." Full review
Independent "An expansive realm of Spanish Revival architecture and old-fashioned charm, all wrapped up in a colossal exterior encompassing 1,501 rooms and a multitude of dining choices."
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
