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Hotel Universal
2 stars

Hotel Universal

Avenida Aliados 38, 4000-064 Porto, Porto, Portugal
Porto, Portugal
See location+351 222 006 758
From
£32
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 3588 reviews
3,588 reviews
Room type
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Nightly total
Standard Room
Double room
Superior room

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Overview

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Hotel with a coffee shop, steps from Porto Historic Center This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and coffee/tea in a common area. Other amenities include concierge services, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Hotel Universal offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Rating
7.7
Good
Based on 3,588 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Hotel Universal

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Pool table

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Hotel Universal

7.7
Good
3588 verified ratings
Wonderful
987
Very good
865
Good
778
Okay
350
Fair
326
Mediocre
138
Poor
144

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location and cleanliness, making it convenient for exploring the city. However, several reviews highlighted issues with service, including unresponsive staff and problems with room amenities. Despite these drawbacks, many guests found the hotel to be a good value for the price, especially given its central location.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
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Location

Avenida Aliados 38, 4000-064 Porto, Porto

What's nearby

  • Liberdade Square98 yd
  • Clerigos Tower312 yd
  • Church of Saint Ildefonso416 yd
  • Universidade do Porto0.3 mi
  • Coliseu do Porto0.3 mi
  • Sé do Porto0.3 mi
  • Palácio da Bolsa0.5 mi
  • Ribeira Square0.5 mi
  • Igreja de São Francisco0.5 mi
  • Ponte de D. Luís0.5 mi
  • Porto Editora0.6 mi
  • Porto City Centre0.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: 3727

Essential information about Hotel Universal

Low season

July

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

£70

Average price (weekend night)

£57
Cheapest month to stay with an average 14% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 39% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Hotel Universal

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Universal

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Universal, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Universal, plan to stay on a Sunday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Universal was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £78, while the most expensive was £78.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Universal? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Hotel Universal

  • Where is Hotel Universal located?

    Hotel Universal is located at Avenida Aliados 38 in Centro / Baixa, 1.2 miles from the centre of Porto. Liberdade Square is the closest landmark to Hotel Universal.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Universal?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:30 at Hotel Universal.

  • Does Hotel Universal offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Universal offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Universal from the airport?

    Hotel Universal is 8.1 miles from Porto. Hotel Universal is 75 miles from Vigo.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Universal hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Universal in Porto and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Universal and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Universal.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city centre

1.2 mi

Nearest airport

Porto

Distance to airport

7.9 mi