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Sonder WellbornvsLoews Portofino Bay Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is preferred by most professionals compared to The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando comes in at 91 with approval from 14 reviews such as Concierge, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Sonder Wellborn
Concierge
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DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
Frommer's
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Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
211 N. Lucerne Circle E., Orlando, FL 32801
From $73/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Concierge "Tucked away on a quiet pond in the midst of downtown's skyscrapers, the compound is popular with honeymooners."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This lovely historic inn, with enchanting gardens and genteel breakfast, has roomy art-deco suites and handsome antiques throughout." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Four historic homes, including the oldest in Orlando, are meticulously maintained."
Rough Guide Star
"A lush flower garden and four separate buildings, one of which is the oldest house in Orlando, comprise this peaceful oasis of grace and hospitality nestled right in the busy downtown area."
Michelin Guide "Arranged around a tropical courtyard, thls complex of four historic residences (1893-1940) overlooks downtown's Lake Lucerne."
Gayot "This B&B hideaway consists of an eclectic and beautiful quartet of historic buildings surrounding a garden and brick courtyard."
Frommer's "You might feel the sting of Cupid's arrows in this downtown hideaway, where each of the buildings is historic." Full review
Fodor's "Four beautifully restored Victorian houses surround a palm-lined courtyard within blocks of the Amway Center and the Dr. Philips Center for the Performing Arts." Full review
Afar Magazine "Downtown Orlando is full of charm and quaintness offering a neighborhood feel, unlike most cities." Full review
Travel + Leisure "About eight miles from Winter Park, Sonder Wellborn is located in the oldest house in the Orlando area. Suites are well priced and spacious, plus the property includes a Victorian garden."
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Concierge
Insight Guides Fodor's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Star Service Gayot
Zagat
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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
