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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

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • 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 | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 11 sq m
  • 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 Twin Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Mobility Accessible

Standard Twin Room, Mobility Accessible | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Twin Room, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • 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
  • ‪Café Guarany - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Estambul Döner Kebap & Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Universal

When you stay at Hotel Universal, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Porto Cathedral and Dom Luis I Bridge. 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, Ribeira Square and Porto Historic Center are within a 15-minute walk. 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Reviews

Hotel Universal Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

cute older hôtel in a great central location very nice staff
Jennifer, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast good Location for shopping some distance away
Brian, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Good hotel for the value
Gennadiy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is with in walking distance to everything
Evelyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location... friendly staff...clean. parking only a block away not bad at all!
Sonia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location most place i can walking within 10 minutes and most implo
james, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, nice rooms, great location. Enjoyed our stay!
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, people, breakfast
Semyon, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Hôtel

Very good situation in the city
thierri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good service , safe and quiet .
WAH FAI, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Thank you.
Moe, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

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
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Near shopping and restaurant
CARLOS, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean property.
Sandhya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nicely renovated. A surprise after entering!
Brian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room! Would definitely recommend!
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Porto Visit

The Hotel Universal is conveniently located in the heart of downtown and close to Metro, grocery stores and laundry services. Also close to restaurants and beautiful sites. Breakfast quality and value was definitely value for money spent. Staff were friendly and helpful. Only draw back was that the stairs might be difficult for some people as there was no elevator beyond the access to reception.
James B, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, amazing staff

Can’t say enough about the location of this place! Right where you need to be to walk to almost all the main sites and attractions. Very friendly service! Nice, clean rooms. Would definitely go back and recommend. One down side - very small elevator and lots of stairs. You need walk up a large flight of stairs to even reach the elevator.
Michelle, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Clean and as expected for a two star.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Central location close to the train.
Mr. Francis J, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Bed was horrible
Randy, 4-night trip