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About the Hotel

Plaza De Galicia, 2, Santiago de Compostela, Spain, 15706
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Steps from the Old Town
Great
8.5
8.4
/10
3.0
3.8
/5

The functional Hotel Universal Santiago de Compostela is located only 7 minutes' walk from the Cathedral Incense Burner and features 24-hour front desk assistance and express check-out. This 2-star smoke-free hotel lies in the City-Centre district of Santiago de Compostela, in the vicinity of such cultural sights as the Galicia Contemporary Art Center.

Location

The hotel is a mere 0.7 km from the old Hostal de los Reyes Catolicos Hospital, and a mere 1.3 km from Santiago de Compostela train station. The Multi-purpose Pavilion Fontes do Sar is about 20 minutes on foot from the comfortable Universal and A Coruna airport is 70 km away.

Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Parque das Galeras, situated approximately 1 km away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit the Roman catholic Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela, a popular place of worship located in proximity to the property.

Darsena de Autocares de Xoan XXIII bus station is 750 m from the Universal Santiago de Compostela, and the medieval Church of Santa Maria a Real do Sar is a 14-minute stroll away.

Rooms

Looking onto the city, the welcoming rooms are appointed with an air conditioner along with a multi-channel television. They also have en suite bathrooms.

Eat & Drink

Hotel Universal is not far from Abastos 2.0 serving healthy dishes.

Leisure & Business

This Santiago de Compostela hotel boasts many restaurants and bars, where you can relax with friends or family.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Cathedral of Santiago at sunset for breathtaking views.
  • Try the pulpo a la gallega at Restaurante O Bodegón for a local delicacy.
  • Stroll through Mercado de Abastos for fresh local produce and artisanal goods.
  • Explore the hidden gem of Museo do Pobo Galego for Galician culture.
  • Take a scenic walk along the Parque de la Alameda for beautiful city vistas.
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Hotel Universal offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Room
2 persons
100 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Heating
Bathtub
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
Triple Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub

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Facilities

Hotel Universal offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Packed lunches

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Universal Location

Plaza De Galicia, 2, Santiago de Compostela, Spain, 15706
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Plaza De Galicia, 2, Santiago de Compostela, Spain, 15706
Nearby
Church
Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela
1900 ft
Square
Plaza de la Quintana
1900 ft
Museum
Museum of Galician People
1900 ft
Church
Monastery of San Pelayo
1900 ft
Plaza Praterias s/n
Plaza de Platerias
1900 ft
Praza San Martino S/n
Monastery of San Martin Pinario
1900 ft
Museum
Museum of Pilgrimage and Santiago
1900 ft
Praza do Obradoiro
Cathedral incense burner
1900 ft
Square
Praza de Galicia
1900 ft
Praza Inmaculada s/n
Botafumeiro
1900 ft
Gallery
Galicia Contemporary Art Center
1900 ft
Plaza de Platerias
Fountain of the Horses
1400 ft
Praza de Mazarelos
Arco de Mazarelos
1000 ft
Church
Church of Maria Salome
800 ft
Plaza del Obradorio
Glory's Portico
1800 ft
Church
Church of Santa Susana
1400 ft
Muralla de Santiago de Compostela
300 ft
Church
Church of Saint Fructuosus
1700 ft
Square
Praza do Toural
500 ft
Church
Church of San Bieito do Campo
1900 ft
Church
Convento de Nosa Senora dos Remedios
700 ft
Praza Obradoiro S/N
Museo Catedralicio
1500 ft
Praza Fonseca s/n
Colegio Fonseca
1200 ft
Restaurants
Tordoia
300 ft
Calle Galeras
Restaurante Parrillada Criolla SL
300 ft
Montero Rios
Meson El Bombero
800 ft
Rua Do Franco
Antollos pinchos e vinos
400 ft
Rua das Orfas 25
Burger King
400 ft
Rua de la Rua da Senra 13
Asian Street Food
400 ft
Rua das Orfas 27
Heladeria Puerta Real Santiago
600 ft
Rua Bautizados 8
Galeon Toural
600 ft
Canton Toural 4
Bar Gaiola
600 ft
Rua Bautizados 1
La Central Heladera
600 ft
Rua Gomez Ulla
Getting around
City Centre
Santiago de Compostela5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)23 min  ·  9.4 mi
A Coruna (LCG)104 min  ·  42.9 mi
Train
Santiago de Compostela Railway Station9 min  ·  2300 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 9 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
86
Former name
Husa Universal

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Universal from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1528 verified reviews
8.3/10
Great
89%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.3/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 520 reviews
3.5/5
based on 4666 reviews
8.5/10
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