Title: Hotel Universal - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Universal Travelers unwind in style at this welcoming hotel near Porto's historic center, just steps from City Hall and the famous Livraria Lello bookstore ## Photo gallery for Hotel Universal ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View - Hotel Universal (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/580a6265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Room - Hotel Universal (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/6cb301fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Hotel Universal (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/546061f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Hotel Universal (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/d26c05ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 13.80 per person) - Hotel Universal (Porto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/9f66d389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Universal offers warm hospitality and modern comforts in central Porto. Enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe before exploring nearby attractions like Livraria Lello. The staff is praised for arranging tour tickets and car rentals with genuine enthusiasm. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Bar - Room service ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 3 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 4 - Jan. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=2691737&PinnedHotelID=2691737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds ![Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/d032e088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Deep soaking bathtub Cable channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/6ff565d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View 7.0 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Deep soaking bathtub Cable channels - 118 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/025e36fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds 8.8 Excellent 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Renovated in 2015 Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Jetted bathtub - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/85c2c9e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Private bathroom Cable channels Pet friendly - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Mobility Accessible ![Standard Twin Room, Mobility Accessible | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/c04fba6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Mobility Accessible ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Hair dryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Minibar Cable channels - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds ![Superior Triple Room, 3 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/272c766a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Hair dryer Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Minibar Cable channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2691800/2691737/192cb379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Deep soaking bathtub Cable channels - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31705400/31705361/f4675508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hotel Moon & Sun Porto Centro / Baixa - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPorto-Hotels-Hotel-Universal.h2691737.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPorto-Hotels-Hotel-Universal.h2691737.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.14729%2C-8.61103&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CUgiLuKTIiq1exAeKHjrNQHCrdw=) Avenida Aliados 38, 1st Floor, Porto, 4000-064 #### What's nearby - Porto Historic Center \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Avenida dos Aliados \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Livraria Lello \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Bolhao Market \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Porto City Hall \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km #### 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 - ‪Astória Cafe - ‬2 min walk - ‪Hard Rock Café - ‬2 min walk - ‪Café Guarany - ‬1 min walk - ‪Estambul Döner Kebap & Pizza - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Universal Hotel near Porto Historic Center Close to Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square, Hotel Universal provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and more. 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 multilingual staff - Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and luggage storage - Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a billiards/pool table - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Universal have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Accessible airport shuttle - 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 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### 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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability 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 Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 33 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. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 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 13.80 per person - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4) - Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night (3281 ft away) - Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Universal? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Universal? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Universal? ### Does Hotel Universal provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hotel Universal located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Universal Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 149 8 - Good 230 6 - Okay 123 4 - Poor 32 2 - Terrible 12 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Latitia Jan 1, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Basic but clean, safe and comfortable. Excellent value for money with very helpful staff ##### Latitia Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Definitely much better than a 2 star hotel. Loved the location and lovely interior ##### Marc Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities cute older hôtel in a great central location very nice staff ##### Jennifer Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Breakfast good Location for shopping some distance away ##### Brian Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Affordable in the city center ##### Anthony Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gennadiy Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Good hotel for the value ##### Gennadiy Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marleny De Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is very clean, the staff very attentive, and the breakfast is standard. My only observation is that you have to climb one floor of stairs to reach reception, and then there's an elevator to get to the rooms. ##### Marleny De Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rei Sep 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities I like the area, just 3 minutes to walk to the City Hall and other travel spots. The hotel was clean, but there were no trash cans or a kettle. ##### Rei Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evelyn Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is with in walking distance to everything ##### Evelyn Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### claire Aug 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities this hotel deserves more stars than 5\. super accessible to downtown porto. the staff was super great! we only stay 3.5 days and we wished we stayed longer. everything that you want to see is just as you step outside the hotel. we included the breakfast and it was great. if we go back to port, we for sure will stay here again ##### claire Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AUDIEL Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean place and very friendly staff, breakfast was fair (you get what you paid) very walkable to main attractions and lot of restaurants around there. Definitely recommend this place. ##### AUDIEL Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Jun 6, 2024 Liked: Amenities Friendly staff, nice rooms, great location. Enjoyed our stay! ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing location... friendly staff...clean. parking only a block away not bad at all! ##### Sonia Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Semyon Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, people, breakfast ##### Semyon Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james May 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good location most place i can walking within 10 minutes and most implo ##### james Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### thierri Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Hôtel Very good situation in the city ##### thierri Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### WAH FAI May 26, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Good service , safe and quiet . ##### WAH FAI Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Moe Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Thank you. ##### Moe Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CARLOS Oct 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Near shopping and restaurant ##### CARLOS Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### We got what we paid for The stay was ok, we didn't choose a view and when we opened the balcony we saw sewers and garbage as our view ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandhya Apr 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, clean property. ##### Sandhya Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rona May 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location! Great location. Close to the city centre. Note that there is stairs to walk up to the reception and they take your keys to leave at reception when you leave the hotel for the day. Concierge is 24/7 and very helpful. ##### Rona Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room! Would definitely recommend! ##### Katherine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ye Apr 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice staff, helped my family a lot during the Portugal power outrage time. The hotel location is beside the Imperial McDonald. Lots of food options around the area. After 2 nights, my family took the Bus 601 to the airport. ##### Ye Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nicely renovated. 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