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Hotel Universal

2.0 star property
Hotel with coffee shop/cafe, walk to Bolhao Market

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Exterior
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 9.5 per person)
View from property
Reception
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Map
Avenida Aliados 38, 1st Floor, Porto, 4000-064
  • Popular LocationPorto Cathedral7 min walk
  • Popular LocationRibeira Square11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPorto Historic Center13 min walk
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)23 min drive

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ExperimentalCarousel

10/10 Excellent

Central location close to the train.
Mr. Francis J
Apr. 20, 2024
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Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2015
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Mobile key entry
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 10 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Twin Standard Handicap Facilities | Bathroom

Twin Standard Handicap Facilities

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Cable channels
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed

Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 118 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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The price is CA $107
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Porto

Hotel Universal is located in Centro / Baixa, a neighborhood in Porto, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Bolhao Market and Livraria Lello are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matosinhos Beach and Espinho Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Crystal Palace Gardens or Dragao Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Porto City Hall - 4 min walk
  • Livraria Lello - 6 min walk
  • Porto Cathedral - 7 min walk
  • Ribeira Square - 11 min walk
  • Porto Historic Center - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Av. Aliados Stop - 1 min walk
  • São Bento Station - 3 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • Nola Kitchen - 2 min walk
  • Café Guarany - 2 min walk
  • Hard Rock Café Porto - 2 min walk
  • Maison Albar Hotels - Le Monumental Palace - 2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Universal

Hotel located in Centro / Baixa
Hotel Universal is located close to Porto Historic Center and Porto City Hall, and provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and car rentals on site. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an elevator
  • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Universal have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 17 per night)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: EUR 9.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1930
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 10.00 for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 9.5 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 17 per night (3281 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 12 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 10.00 for check-in between noon and 2:30 PM
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Universal Porto
Universal Hotel
Universal Porto
Hotel Universal Hotel
Hotel Universal Porto
Hotel Universal Hotel Porto

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Universal pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Universal?

As of May 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Universal on May 19, 2024 start from CA $148.09, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hotel Universal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from noon– 2:30 PM for a fee of EUR 10.00.

What time is check-out at Hotel Universal?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Universal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Universal located?

Located in Centro / Baixa, this hotel is steps from Aliados Square and Porto Historic Center. Bolhao Market and Livraria Lello are also within 10 minutes. Av. Aliados Stop and Aliados Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Hotel Universal Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 430 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 430 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Voorhees

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, convenient location, clean room and the rest of the property. The lady at the reception was very nice and helped us with our requests.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Semyon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, people, breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to eating, shopping and transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr. Francis J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location close to the train.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Yanmin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel’s location is great, next to the San Bento Train Station and 2 subway stations. Further, the City Hall and the Cathedral are with several minutes walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For me the worst characteristics of this hote.l was the accesss from.the road to the first floor reception.I have restricted mobility and some loss of balance.The lackof a hand rail meant that I had to use the very slow and cumbersome chairlift which required the continuous presence of staff.. I would be best if some rooms had a low sided bath or shower as I needed the assistance of my wife to get in and out..Also the bath needed a hand support as the floor was slippy. Location was good for me being close to Sao Bento and the start point of the tour buses Frank Brown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Clémence

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel located in the cebter of the city. Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Most tours start 2 blocks from the propertt which is very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jose Ricardo., LIMA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No elevator to front desk, and have an enormous stair. No mini bar inside the room. None of those itens were described before.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teodoro Moscoso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel bien localizado., limpio, cómodo. El personal muy amable y servicial. Gracias
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023