• About Mandara Spa at Loews Portofino Bay

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    Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando is a reproduction of an Italian Riviera seaside village, complete with cobbled streets, outdoor cafés, gelato, and bocce ball. The harbor piazza, set along the bay's serene shores, is an ideal spot for a stroll during the day; by night, guests can take in musical and themed shows celebrating the Mediterranean's charm.

    Guests can indulge in signature Balinese-inspired therapies such as the Elemis Aroma Spa Ocean Wrap at the on-site Mandara Spa. Teens are invited to the spa for select services; additional family-friendly features include the hotel's Campo Portofino kids' complex.

    There are 750 guest rooms, 45 of them suites, with European-inspired interiors, three swimming pools, and 42,000 square feet of event space.

    Located directly in the hotel, the Galleria Portofino showcases paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and glass-blown art by Italian artists.

    Location

    Mandara Spa at Loews Portofino Bay

    ADDRESS

    5601 Universal Boulevard
    Orlando, FL  32819
    United States

    Phone: 407-503-1244

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Located on the hotel's first floor by the Piazza Ponte between the Beach and Villa pools, Mandara Spa is a 12,263-square-feet facility with 14 treatment rooms as well as a coed lounge and whirlpool, separate men's and women's sauna and steam rooms, a fitness center with individual TV monitors, and a full-service hair and nail salon.

Therapies focus on Balinese-inspired services and include facials, wraps, cellulite treatments, massage, manicures, pedicures, tooth-whitening treatments, and hair, makeup, and waxing services. One of the spa's signature treatments is the Javanese Lulur, a traditional body cleansing that incorporates tumeric, red rice, fenugreek, jasmine cempak, and Ylang Ylang.

In-room massage treatments are available as well as therapies for men and teens. The spa frequently hosts receptions with treatment sampling and hors d'oeuvres.


Aesthetic

Microdermabrasion

Body Scrubs

Salt Scrub

Body Wraps

Algae/Seaweed

Cellulite

Slimming

Facials

Anti-aging

Exfoliating

Galvanic

Glycolic Acid

Men's

Teen

Facilities & Amenities

Childcare

Concierge

Locker Room

Meeting Facilities

Retail Store

Robes Provided

Sauna

Showers

Slippers Provided

Steam Room

Swimming Pool

Toiletries Available

Wedding/Event Space

Whirlpool, Jacuzzi

Fitness & Activities

Hiking

Hair/Nail Services

Hair Styling and Care

Manicures

Pedicures

Massages

Couples

Deep Tissue

Four Hands

Hand/Foot

Hot Stone

Prenatal/Postnatal

Reflexology

Shiatsu

Swedish

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Florida Resident Discount

Booking Dates

Feb 28, 2013 - Dec 31, 2013

Stay Dates

Feb 28, 2013 - Dec 31, 2013

Florida residents enjoy 10% off spa services!




Mandara Spa at Loews Portofino Bay

4.40 out of 5 stars
Overall rating based on 5 Reviews
5 of 5 (100%)
Customers would visit this business again
Slightly dated facilities - but excellent service!
By Sarah B | November 1, 2012
4.00 out of 5 stars
I visited the Mandara Spa at the Loews Portofino on a Thursday morning, and I literally had the place to myself. I purposely arrived early for my reflexology appointment so I could enjoy the amenities (a perk with any service + the fitness room). The facilities are a bit dated, but still luxurious. The women's lounge has a sauna, steam room and showers. Chilled washcloths & cucumber slices are available for the eyes, and chilled peppermint cloths are available for the hands, feet and neck. Robes and lockers are provided. Hot tea, chilled citrus water, and fresh apples are available along with a selection of magazines. A full line of toiletries is available for use including Bliss facial scrub, mouthwash, body lotion, deodorant spray, combs and razors. The showers are equipped with aromatherapy shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. The music throughout the spa was continuously soothing. There was also a consistent aroma throughout the whole place, and lit candles, which created a very pleasing and calming atmosphere. The service provider was fantastic - but some of the front desk staff seemed less than thrilled with their work.
Would you visit again? Yes
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best massage ever
By Johannae | November 29, 2010
3.00 out of 5 stars
I just had the best swedish massage with EMILY W. The treatment room was lovely,quiet and...perfect.
Would you visit again? Yes
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Celeste is a great waxer
By spatacular | October 24, 2010
5.00 out of 5 stars
I have been waxed from toe to tip at a great number of spas. Celeste is by far my favorite. She makes an awkward experience feel like it is an everyday experience. Her skills combined with her personality are hands down the top of what I have experienced. The cost is reasonable too.
Would you visit again? Yes
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Best pre-natal massage EVER!!!!!!
By JulieT | November 3, 2009
5.00 out of 5 stars
My husband got me a pre-natal massage here and it 1 was by far the best pre-natal massage I have every had!! The massage therapist was the very well educated in the safest pre-natal massage techniques and had safe pre-natal products which she explained each one very well. The massage was the second best one I've every had in my life and definently the best pre-natal. I LOVE this spa because it is a gorgeous luxurious spa with a truly friendly staff, that is not snotty. The front desk staff was not at all snotty which I LOVED!!! I would definently recommend this spa.
Would you visit again? Yes
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great pedi
By kims | September 23, 2009
5.00 out of 5 stars
loved my nail tech Evelyn!!
Would you visit again? Yes
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Location & Hours

Business Address

Mandara Spa at Loews Portofino Bay

5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL  32819
United States

Phone: 407-503-1244

Travel Information

  • The Orlando International Airport (MCO)is a 15-minute drive away by car.
  • Orlando has a warm, humid subtropical climate, experiencing two extreme seasons. During the hot and rainy season (from June until September), daytime high temperatures average about 90° F (32° C) or higher. During the dry season (October through May), temps are more mild, with daytime highs of around 72 °F (22 °C).

Facilities & Amenities

When not spa-ing, guests can indulge in a variety of fitness and recreational activities at the hotel and in the surrounding region. Guests can team up to play the Italian bowling game of bocce on the hotel's courts or jog and hike along the property's three-mile loop. A complimentary shuttle takes golfers to and from three area courses.

The family-style Beach Pool, with its two Jacuzzis, Roman aqueduct waterslide and nearby children's pool; the more opulent Villa Pool; and the secluded Hillside Pool are all part of Portofino Bay's swimming multiplex. "Dive-in" movies are shown poolside on select nights.

Those staying at the hotel also have access to exclusive benefits to the various Universal Studios theme parks, including the bypassing of regular lines at most rides and attractions, complimentary on-site transportation, and priority seating at theme park restaurants.


Facilities

Retail Shop

Sauna

Toiletries Available

Steam Room

Showers

Creche/Child Care

Changing/Locker Rooms

Jacuzzi

Amenities

Slippers Provided

Concierge

Changing/Locker Rooms

Robes Provided

Retail Shop

Rooms & Dining

Guest rooms feature elegant European-inspired interiors with handsome Italian furnishings, touches of marble, and views of the property's gardens and pool, Portofino Bay, and the harbor piazza. Appointments such as flat-panel TVs, three telephones with dual voice lines, turndown service (upon request), and wireless high-speed Internet access provide a comfortable feel for both leisure and business travelers. The Presidente Suite boasts chic amenities such as a fireplace, mini-kitchen, whirlpool tub, dining and conference area, and roomy outdoor terrace; families may want to stay in the two-bedroom, whimsically designed Dr. Seuss Kids Suites. Guests reserving Club Level accommodations have access to a 3,500-square-foot lounge and personal concierge services.

Mama Della's Ristorante introduces diners to Old World, home-style dinner specialties from Naples, Piemonte, and Tuscany; strolling musicians accompany meals, adding to the restaurant's inviting charm. Other options include Bice Ristorante, the hotel's fine dining restaurant known for its bay views, and Trattoria del Porto, a casual eatery offering family-style dishes of antipasti and desserts.

Food Options

Serves Alcohol

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