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Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - Lake Buena VistavsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is preferred by most reviewers compared to Staybridge Suites Lake Buena Vista. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando comes in at #3 in Orlando with recommendations from 12 publications like Rough Guide, Insight Guides and Travel + Leisure.
Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - Lake Buena Vista
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Oyster
Fodor's
8751 Suiteside Drive, Orlando, FL 32836
From $87/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "This chain hotel is ideally located just off Apopka-Vineland Road, close to the action of Downtown Disney and the theme parks, as well as area restaurants and shops." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Particularly large and uniquely designed rooms, plus a central location and a grocery delivery service, make this the perfect choice for families and groups."
Rough Guide "With similar facilities to its sister property on I-Drive (see p.272), this relaxing hotel is only about a mile from the entrance to Downtown Disney. $200."
OysterMid-Range
"The 150-room, three-pearl Staybridge Suites Lake Buena Vista is a top-notch, mid-range hotel in a very convenient location." Full review
Fodor's "Just minutes from a Disney entrance, this award-winning all-suites (one- and two-bedroom, two-bath) accommodation is perfect for a big family or group on a small budget who want a home away from home." 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
