Hotel Universal

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with coffee at the on-site café or grab a rental car to discover historic treasures nearby, while multilingual staff ensure a smooth stay.

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Hotel Universal sits in the heart of Santiago de Compostela City Centre, where guests connect to in-room WiFi and use express check-out services. The cathedral stands just a short distance away, and previous visitors consistently praise the staff for their attentive assistance.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Santiago de Compostela City Centre, a neighbourhood in Santiago de Compostela, Hotel Universal is near a train station. Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and Estatua a Ramón María del Valle-Inclán are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galicia Plaza and Alameda Park. Labirintos de Camelias de Belvís and Zona C are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby sailing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santiago de Compostela travel guide
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Plaza Galicia, 2, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna, 15706

What's nearby

  • SantiagodeCompostela_GaliciaPlaza_553248634109962536-2
    Galicia Plaza
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • SantiagodeCompostela_UniversityofSantiagodeCompostela_6122710_010
    University of Santiago de Compostela
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
    Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
    Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Obradoiro Square
    Obradoiro Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Santiago de Compostela Station
    9 min walk
  • Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mesón Cestaños
    2 min walk
  • Liam Brunch
    2 min walk
  • Café Bar El Muelle
    2 min walk
  • Codex
    2 min walk
  • Antollos pinchos e viños
    2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Universal

  • Hotel near Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
  • Hotel Universal provides amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and car hire on-site. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a 24-hour front desk
    • Multilingual staff, free newspapers and tour/ticket information
    • Luggage storage, a lift and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 54 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
    • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 1.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 8 per person

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Universal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Universal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Universal?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Universal located?

Located in Santiago de Compostela City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Galicia Plaza and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. Galería de Arte Contemporáneo José Lorenzo and Fundacion Eugenio Granell are just steps away. Santiago de Compostela Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Universal Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 663 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 663 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 663 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 663 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 663 reviews

Reviews