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Hotel Universal

2.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Porto Historic Center

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Reception
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
Family Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bar (on property)
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 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₩150,102
₩168,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 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
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

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Twin Standard Handicap Facilities | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Twin Standard Handicap Facilities

Highlights

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

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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 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

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 City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Livraria Lello - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ribeira Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 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
  • ‪Hard Rock Café Porto - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Estambul Döner Kebap & Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Guarany - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Maison Albar Hotels - Le Monumental Palace - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Universal

Hotel near Ribeira Square
Close to Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello, 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 coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a billiards/pool table, and smoke-free premises
  • 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.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 20 per night)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-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.
  • 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

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 10 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?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 33 lbs per pet. There's a fee 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Universal?

As of Sep 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Universal on Oct 16, 2025 start from ₩150,102, 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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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 that runs on request. A fee of EUR 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Universal located?

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

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