Seralago Hotel & SuitesvsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is preferred by most professionals compared to Seralago Hotel and Suites. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is ranked #4 in Orlando with accolades from 14 sources such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Seralago Hotel & Suites
5678 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (US192), Kissimmee, FL 34746
From $42/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Location (it's just down the road from Disney) and price are some of the perks at this former Holiday Inn." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Inviting and family-friendly, this hotel has plenty to offer, including kidsuites, a variety of casual restaurants, and a wide array of recreational activities."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 614-room, three-pearl Seralago Hotel & Suites Orlando is a budget-friendly property with a motel-style layout, 10 minutes from the major theme parks." Full review
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel 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."
Zagat
4.0
"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 Telegraph
9.0
"The array of amenities is impressive and the dining is superb." Full review