Hotel Universal

2.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Porto Historic Center

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Hotel Universal, near Porto Historic Center, is where warm hospitality and modern comforts blend. Unwind with a coffee from the on-site cafe or explore nearby Livraria Lello. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff who are happy to assist with tour tickets or car rentals.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Free toiletries
$63 nightly
The total price is $74
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Twin Standard Handicap Facilities

Highlights

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

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
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

  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 32 min drive
  • São Bento Station - 3 min walk
  • Contumil Station - 6 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 20 min walk
  • Av. Aliados Stop - 1 min walk
  • Aliados Station - 2 min walk
  • Pr. da Liberdade Stop - 2 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Astória Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Estambul Döner Kebap & Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Universal

Hotel Universal puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Porto Cathedral and Ribeira Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Porto Historic Center and Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Av. Aliados Stop and Aliados Station are just steps away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 3281 ft (EUR 20 per night)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1930
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13.80 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 25 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 20 per night (3281 ft away)

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Universal offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Universal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Universal?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Universal?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 25 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Universal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Universal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Espinho (18-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Hotel Universal like?

Hotel Universal is in Centro / Baixa, a short 1-minute walk from Av. Aliados Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Porto Cathedral.

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