PORTOFINO BAY HOTEL Information

[Nicole786]

If i book a bay view room does that guarantee a room that overlooks the water where the boat dock is?

 

[bubba's mom]

If i book a bay view room does that guarantee a room that overlooks the water where the boat dock is?

That would get you a view of the bay....not necessarily the side of the bay the boatdock is on. You have to request west wing to be near the boat dock. The east wing is the opposite side of the bay.

 

[CoachBagFanatic]

Hey There, Does anyone know if you are able to ship a package to the PBH. If so, what information do they require on the package? Also, is there a charge for them to receive a package? TIA

 

[macraven]

yes, you can ship a package to the hotel but there is a charge or should i say there was a charge at HRH.


i just read that disney does charges on packages sent to their resorts.

i have shipped to both places but was not charged the last time i did that.
did read charges started after my last trip.



dang, they got us coming and going........

 

[TigerKat]

Subbing, I'm so excited we booked PBH just hours ago!!!!!

 

[BurleyGirl]

You will love it there!! Our stay there was so wonderful--a highlight of our trip! It's a top-notch resort. Be sure to catch the tenors singing from the balcony one evening!

 

[TigerKat]

You will love it there!! Our stay there was so wonderful--a highlight of our trip! It's a top-notch resort. Be sure to catch the tenors singing from the balcony one evening!

Oh WOW, what other tips do you have to share?

 

[BurleyGirl]

Have lunch outside on the piazza one afternoon. It's such a glorious feeling to sit outside within that setting--we've been to Italy, and it brought back all those memories. And, it's a great break from touring Universal. We took the boat back for lunch one day and then went swimming and then headed back to Universal for the late afternoon and evening. Great way to spend the day.

Eat gelatto at the Gelateria (I don't think I spelled that correctly, and I'm being lazy and not looking it up ). The times that they are open are kind of odd, so check it out so you'll know.

Shop in the gift shops. I found a great bargain on a Brighton tray I'd had my eye on back home for over a year.

Enjoy the hot tubs--both of them. The quieter one (I'm referring to the two pool areas) is nice to be away from the crowd, but the bigger one is more fun.

Take the walk from Portofino to Hard Rock. It's a nice walk.

The singing tenors was about a 15 min show, and it was really good. Great to sit outside, soaking it all in, listening with all the lights twinkling, on this beautiful Italian piazza.

The breakfast at the restaurant (I don't remember the name--it's on the piazza downstairs--they have inside and outside seating) was phenomenal!!! A wonderful buffet--best breakfast of our entire trip.

A side note about the two-day Universal tickets--it means that you can go to either Universal or Islands of Adventure two days, not that you can go to both parks for two days (in other words, you can't "park hop" with it). We made this mistake of going to Universal one morning, and then going to Islands that afternoon, thinking that we would go back to Islands the next day, but we'd already used both days' entrance in one day. We could have gone back to Universal that same day, and then Islands the next day, but not both parks in one day. (I hope this makes sense).

We were fortunate to have club level, and it was a real treat. They are so very helpful and courteous there and the food was really good. But, if you don't have club level, you'll still feel like a million bucks in this resort. It's just so nice to be surrounded by such lovely surroundings.

It truly is a wonderful resort. Can't wait to go back. I'm happy for you that you have it all in front of you--soak it all in and enjoy

 

[TigerKat]

BurleyGirl - Thanks so much for all of the great tips! I'm even more excited about this part of our trip than the WDW part...

I am confused about the 2 park thing...I pm'd you.

 

[damo]

Have lunch outside on the piazza one afternoon. It's such a glorious feeling to sit outside within that setting--we've been to Italy, and it brought back all those memories. And, it's a great break from touring Universal. We took the boat back for lunch one day and then went swimming and then headed back to Universal for the late afternoon and evening. Great way to spend the day.

Eat gelatto at the Gelateria (I don't think I spelled that correctly, and I'm being lazy and not looking it up ). The times that they are open are kind of odd, so check it out so you'll know.

Shop in the gift shops. I found a great bargain on a Brighton tray I'd had my eye on back home for over a year.

Enjoy the hot tubs--both of them. The quieter one (I'm referring to the two pool areas) is nice to be away from the crowd, but the bigger one is more fun.

Take the walk from Portofino to Hard Rock. It's a nice walk.

The singing tenors was about a 15 min show, and it was really good. Great to sit outside, soaking it all in, listening with all the lights twinkling, on this beautiful Italian piazza.

The breakfast at the restaurant (I don't remember the name--it's on the piazza downstairs--they have inside and outside seating) was phenomenal!!! A wonderful buffet--best breakfast of our entire trip.

A side note about the two-day Universal tickets--it means that you can go to either Universal or Islands of Adventure two days, not that you can go to both parks for two days (in other words, you can't "park hop" with it). We made this mistake of going to Universal one morning, and then going to Islands that afternoon, thinking that we would go back to Islands the next day, but we'd already used both days' entrance in one day. We could have gone back to Universal that same day, and then Islands the next day, but not both parks in one day. (I hope this makes sense).

We were fortunate to have club level, and it was a real treat. They are so very helpful and courteous there and the food was really good. But, if you don't have club level, you'll still feel like a million bucks in this resort. It's just so nice to be surrounded by such lovely surroundings.

It truly is a wonderful resort. Can't wait to go back. I'm happy for you that you have it all in front of you--soak it all in and enjoy

The two day tickets you purchase online are good for 7 consecutive days and are park hoppers.

 

[BurleyGirl]

I just went thru my trip folder so that I could tell exactly which tickets I am talking about. The tickets I purchased were thru Ticketmaster, and they said they were a "two day-two park pass." I'm sure there are different kinds of tickets available. My main reason for giving this piece of advice about the tickets is so others would be aware of this situation, make sure what kind of tickets they have before they go, and not have to experience a disappointment on their vacation. Know before you go. The Universal guest relations confirmed that the way my tickets worked were for entry into two parks, either on the same day or separate days; the bottom line was that it got you into two parks, not two days' worth of entry. Sorry to be less than helpful with my bits of advice--that wasn't my intention

 

[damo]

I just went thru my trip folder so that I could tell exactly which tickets I am talking about. The tickets I purchased were thru Ticketmaster, and they said they were a "two day-two park pass." I'm sure there are different kinds of tickets available. My main reason for giving this piece of advice about the tickets is so others would be aware of this situation, make sure what kind of tickets they have before they go, and not have to experience a disappointment on their vacation. Know before you go. The Universal guest relations confirmed that the way my tickets worked were for entry into two parks, either on the same day or separate days; the bottom line was that it got you into two parks, not two days' worth of entry. Sorry to be less than helpful with my bits of advice--that wasn't my intention

Good to know for people purchasing from Ticketmaster. I believe someone else posted that they had trouble with ticketmaster as well and eventually Guest Services changed their tickets for them.

If you purchase your tickets directly from Universal or AAA, you will avoid this problem. It is really too bad that ticketmaster is going to ruin it for other companies selling tickets.

 

[ATAfamily]

Just wondering if PBH has a place to purchase a quick breakfast (continental type) like the RPR does in their Orchid Lounge area.

Thanks.

 

[TigerKat]

I just went thru my trip folder so that I could tell exactly which tickets I am talking about. The tickets I purchased were thru Ticketmaster, and they said they were a "two day-two park pass." I'm sure there are different kinds of tickets available. My main reason for giving this piece of advice about the tickets is so others would be aware of this situation, make sure what kind of tickets they have before they go, and not have to experience a disappointment on their vacation. Know before you go. The Universal guest relations confirmed that the way my tickets worked were for entry into two parks, either on the same day or separate days; the bottom line was that it got you into two parks, not two days' worth of entry. Sorry to be less than helpful with my bits of advice--that wasn't my intention

Thanks for all of your tips and advice, you were very helpful!

 

[damo]

Just wondering if PBH has a place to purchase a quick breakfast (continental type) like the RPR does in their Orchid Lounge area.

Thanks.

Yes, Gelateria Caffé Espresso has continental type items in the morning. It is located in the East Wing facing the bay and is accessed from outside.

 

[ATAfamily]

Yes, Gelateria Caffé Espresso has continental type items in the morning. It is located in the East Wing facing the bay and is accessed from outside.

Great! Thanks Damo!

 

[Tink_Kel]

The singing tenors was about a 15 min show, and it was really good. Great to sit outside, soaking it all in, listening with all the lights twinkling, on this beautiful Italian piazza.

Is there anywhere you can enjoy a glass of wine while you are watching the show? Thanks!

 

[BurleyGirl]

We don't drink, so I don't notice those things, but there are two restaurants right there with outside seating (Trattoria del Porto and Mama Della's) and maybe even another one, and I looked them up on TripAdvisor.com and found that others had ordered wine, making it a wonderful way to enjoy it!
Enjoy your little slice of heaven!! Oh, I soooo want to go back!

 

[bubba's mom]

You can sit outside on the piazza at Thristy Fish.

 

[TigerKat]

You can sit outside on the piazza at Thristy Fish.

I can't wait to do just that.....