We absolutely love Portofino Bay. Even when we are not staying there, we hop a boat to go hang out, shop or grab a bite. The atmosphere is incredible. I always love your videos.
@ActionAdamEats
Жыл бұрын
honestly that's sometimes the best thing about universal, eat at the hotels and ride the boat around!
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Likewise! I’m always looking for an excuse to head over there 😁 Thanks for watching!
@latoyalewis
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for this comment! I was wondering if we could go take a look even if we are staying at Cabana Bay!
@wumbos
Жыл бұрын
My boyfriend and I stayed at Surfside last year when we went. While it was nice, as soon as we saw Portofino Bay on the shuttle from the airport we knew we would be staying there the next time we came to the parks. We booked our vacation for this summer last night and we did chose Portofino Bay. I'm so excited. 🙏🏻😩😍
@Parkhopper1985
Жыл бұрын
I stayed in a 2 bedroom on the 3rd floor over looking the beach pool. In the morning there was someone using a power blower (name?) as they were cutting the grass - you could not hear it or the lawn mowers through the double pane glass. That's a welt built and maintained resort.
@jdog2345
22 сағат бұрын
You have one of the best videos that dive into the small details of the resorts🎉
@PilotCristina
Жыл бұрын
Portofino and hardrock are my fave hotels. Premier hotels are my fave and there’s no other place we would even consider staying at. Worth the price in my opinion.
@ActionAdamEats
Жыл бұрын
agreed, definitely Portofino tops my list!
@Doll_Lil5210
11 ай бұрын
We love Portofino Bay! We have stayed at all three premier resorts and we feel each have unique qualities that make them worth the money. You mentioned there were some signs of aging at Portofino and we agree. It’s been over a decade since it’s last refresh. The resort is currently getting another refresh. Excited to see it today once it’s finished.
@dingdongrocket
Жыл бұрын
HIGHLY recommend this property, it's not cheap but cheaper than a plane ticket to Italy. The main large pool is a great place to relax and the Bocce ball court has crushed sea shells. The staff is very professional. Kudo's to the architect and designers for recreating a beautiful place. It's worth staying here just to stroll the property late at night, very peaceful.
@briansieve
Жыл бұрын
Your videos are as close as I get to a vacation, much less a dream vacation like this. I really appreciate them. Thank you.
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome Brian! Thanks for watching 😁👍
@jg0001985
9 ай бұрын
The real Portofino has painted on details on the buildings since it was originally a humble fishing village. The decorative paintings were added once the town became more of an upscale destination. So that aspect of the resort is actually very authentic to the true Italian town. I’ve been to Portofino, Italy many times ;)
@thebrightside7015
8 ай бұрын
From one frugal gentleman to another I am glad you made this video.. was looking of booking for my honeymoon
@TheFrugalBrit
8 ай бұрын
Not the most frugal video I made 😂
@BassBassDude
Жыл бұрын
Great review. Stayed here for 4 nights with my family a few weeks ago. Loved our stay here. Fantastic hotel and staff. One thing to mention is that this hotel can be a bit of a maze to navigate. Other than that, I really enjoy it here and would definitely recommend it.
@ActionAdamEats
Жыл бұрын
lol that's what's always kind of fun for me as a local that it is a maze 😂
@jillyg
Жыл бұрын
Staying in September ❤ after visiting it last year we were very impressed ❤
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Have fun! 😁
@susanmeredith4957
Жыл бұрын
Love Portofino! Both times we stayed it was cheaper than the other Deluxe hotels. Sals is the best counter service of all the deluxe resorts.
@imaginedragginthesenutzacrossy
6 ай бұрын
The best universal resort out of the three I’ve been to, nice waiting area for the water taxi. And Great details all over the resort I can’t wait to experience it more.
@edvaira6891
Жыл бұрын
This is JUST SUCH A CLASSY looking place! How does this compare to Riviera at Disney?…Honestly, this reminds me of a couple of the places I got to stay in the one time I ever got to actually GO to Italy, when my grandmother treated me to a REALLY nice deluxe tour back to her home country when I was 13 back in 1982 (Didn’t get to visit the real Portofino, but we DID get to visit the Real Bellagio!-the Vegas version is nicer!)….This just looks so…Lovely, I guess is the best word…maybe, serene, I guess…Thanks for sharing this!
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I should’ve included a mini comparison of Riviera. I think PB beats it in pretty much every area except for the rooms. Would love to go back with the family but just too pricey.
@CallumHull13
Жыл бұрын
Another excellent video mate. Looking to work my way through the hotels across the coming years so these videos always help in where to tick off next and what they offer
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Callum 👍😁
@ericteneyck8691
Жыл бұрын
Nice looking hotel with some great amenities, but considering what you pay, the rooms are pretty spartan (posted this before you mentioned the same thing later in the video). For the money I expect much more to the room than just some tarted up décor. I stayed at a $100 a night Hampton Inn a few weeks ago and that room was every bit as nice as this Portofino room (yes people, I know the Portofino is about more than just the room). Maybe if I got a very good deal, then with the amenities I'd consider staying here, but I think most of the Deluxe resorts rooms at Disney could give this one a run for the money (and I don't say that very often).
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I think that’s fair about the rooms, love the size, but not the most inspiring.
@cdpa4d
Жыл бұрын
Favorite resort in all of Orlando right here.
@SkipperProductions55
Жыл бұрын
I was just here in early January! I loved this hotel, my only problem was the layout. It was hard to get around! My room was on the same level as the lobby, but you couldn’t walk from the lobby to the room, so we had to bring our luggage down to the bay. And it was so hard to get to the main pool even though we had a map
@reytech1786
Жыл бұрын
Another amazing video ❤ I love your channel ❤❤❤
@marcrd
Жыл бұрын
I love it. A little part of Italy, the land of my ancestrals
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
😁
@duaneclark7108
2 ай бұрын
Looks nice. Been to Portofino. Obviously not the same but would love to stay here.
@Parkhopper1985
Жыл бұрын
I love this resort. It's my favorite Universal hotel.
@ActionAdamEats
Жыл бұрын
had the veal scallopine before...mouth watering madness! great overview video!
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
😋
@krissmith9814
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Looking forward to my stay here in a couple weeks. This was actually cheaper than royal pacific when I booked.
@bananagranny
Жыл бұрын
Great video, as always. Your production quality is amazing. I think you will gain many many more subscribers this year
@CherylAbbott6486
Жыл бұрын
Was looking at booking this for our May holiday. But it was just too much on top of everything else! Looking forward to staying at Sapphire Falls still and can't wait to hop over to here and look around.
@bluemoongames386
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! me and my family are most likely going to stay here it looks amazing!
@veronicacoates8832
4 ай бұрын
It looks like thay room and bathroom are accessible rooms for those with disabilities. I believe other rooms have separate bathroom areas.
@timh4794
Жыл бұрын
Great content as always! What’s next for TFB? California theme park reviews?
@jbpatsfan81
Жыл бұрын
Another good video bro 👍. Looking to stay here on my next Universal studios visit.
@aderussell455
Жыл бұрын
The Splendido Grill menu at 6:37 says 'Add a description here' for the cheese and pepperoni pizzas 😂
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
😂😂
@chazgames3690
Жыл бұрын
The gym looks incredible for a hotel
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Not that I’ll ever use it lol
@Saratogasledge
Жыл бұрын
Slated for construction from now till 2025, per a representative on the site. We wanted to stay here. They said the exterior will be worked on.
@CowboyLuigi
Жыл бұрын
7:54 It could be the air conditioner or something, but I've been noticing that the top left side drawer handle was swinging back and forth rapidly.
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Haha, yeah that freaked me out a bit when I was editing. I think it’s because I dumped everything in the draw right before I started filming.
@CowboyLuigi
Жыл бұрын
@@TheFrugalBrit Possibly, yes, though I can see some people say "is Rm 1522 haunted?!"
@Zodia195
Жыл бұрын
Hi I am actually wanting to plan for Universal after Epic Universe opens, but I am in my 'pre-planning' stages now. One of the biggest factors for me personally is if my mom is going to come (she probably will). This played a vital role when we went to WDW- privacy because my mom is a very light sleeper and I snore (and talk) in my sleep. So for one thing, we would need a place with a suite and have thick walls. We ended up at the Cabins at Fort Wilderness at Disney for those big reasons and my mom got plenty of sleep (thank goodness lol). I was checking online to see out of the resorts which one was the 'most quiet' and this resort got the best grade with B+. It's obvious that Universal won't have any cabins (nor will the new hotels at Epic Universe will too). But yeah I was wondering since you've been to all the resorts if you could let me know which ones have suites and have very little noise level? Thanks!
@melwalden3920
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to staying here for 10 nights in September
@athbhreith7391
Ай бұрын
Let’s talk bathrooms .. what kind of noise coverage does someone have in there ?
@rhondalyn100
10 ай бұрын
Hello! I just found your channel and subbed...love your vids so far! QUESTION: My Bucket List is to travel to every Lowes Hotels in the US. I am now planning a trip to one of the Lowes Hotels at Universal. Please help me decide which I should book in order to check off the Orlando resort property visit. I am a solo female traveler who is enjoying retirement but in a youthful manner; not particularly fond of being around families with children on my getaways (I know...I'll be visiting a family oriented location). I enjoy fine dining and lovely walking paths. You have done wonderful reviews of the Lowes properties at Universal. Thank you so much for helping me decide which I should visit to satisfy my Orlando Lowes properties check! If you were in my shoes, which resort would you put at the top of the list? I value your opinion.🙂
@TheFrugalBrit
10 ай бұрын
Thank you for that! It sounds like Portofino bay would be perfect for you 😁
@tpmartins
9 ай бұрын
I enjoy Royal Pacific’s theming, but their rooms feel very cramped. Only reason we stay at Portofino
@XxLukeCxX
Жыл бұрын
Can you do the swan & dolphin plz?
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Will do them eventually, not likely to be for some time though I’m afraid.
@indomk
Жыл бұрын
Do the water taxis allow electric wheelchairs?
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Hmmm, can’t say I know for certain, but I suspect they would be able to.
@debunkys
7 ай бұрын
Very underwhelming with the exception of the outside of the buildings but then again it was built in 1999
@RAPSTARDB
Жыл бұрын
Saw u at Bush gardens today lol what's up you came in zagora Cafe
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Ha no way! Always feel like a massive goof when I’m filming lol. Back at Busch tomorrow to finish off, amazing park!
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Oh I’ve just realised you’re the guy I saw working 😂
@RAPSTARDB
Жыл бұрын
@@TheFrugalBrit yeah what's up man come by again if u want to I will be waiting on that epic video Busch gardens amen and yeah that's me ;)
@FifaMonkey98
Жыл бұрын
Could we see a I-drive restaurant list again with no budget considerations❤️
@fangyusu3238
Жыл бұрын
If we book one of the premier resorts, do we still need to get the normal ticket, or does it come with it?
@gracespooh
Жыл бұрын
You still have to buy the tickets unless you bought a package. It does come with free express tickets for the duration of your stay
@dannymatthews1898
Жыл бұрын
That Lasagna gave me the trotts... expensive microwaved food.
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
😮
@ARmYofSixxTH
Жыл бұрын
it looks lonely and old nothing about this screams luxury
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
It was mid week in September so maybe not at its best.
@Kyleohio343
Жыл бұрын
I’m first!
@irisjones6636
Жыл бұрын
The walls in this room are so bare. I don't like this at all, it's almost like they didn't finish decorating before you moved in :(
@TheFrugalBrit
Жыл бұрын
Yeah they’re a bit under decorated for sure
@wassupmypeeps69
15 күн бұрын
Seems elegant yet a bit stuffy for me . I love a party vibe
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