Hôtel de l'Univers

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to St. Malo Beach

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Interior detail
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
12 Place Châteaubriand, Saint-Malo, Ille-et-Vilaine, 35400
  • St. Malo Citadel
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • St. Malo Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Saint-Malo Ferry Port
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Quadruple Room - Castle View

  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Single Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room with Castle View

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior triple room with castle view

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Saint-Malo

Located in Intra Muros within a short walk of St. Malo Beach, Hôtel de l'Univers is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Saint-Malo Ferry Port. The 64 rooms at this 3-star hotel include TVs, offices, and Select Comfort beds.

What's nearby

  • St. Malo Citadel - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Malo Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Port of Saint-Malo - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort National - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saint-Malo Ferry Port - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Malo Station - 8 min drive
  • Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hôtel de France et Chateaubriand - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪L'Ouest - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Licorne - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪A la Duchesse Anne - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar de l'Univers - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hôtel de l'Univers

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to St. Malo Beach
Guests of Hôtel de l'Univers enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace and a banquet hall.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Other amenities include safes, desks, and wardrobes or closets.

Languages

English, French

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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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,691 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (32 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 22 lbs per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 12.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 6.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.35 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.5 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 6.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 12.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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 major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hôtel de l'Univers?

Hôtel de l'Univers offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel de l'Univers?

As of Apr 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel de l'Univers on May 10, 2025 start from $156.38, 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 is there to do close to Hôtel de l'Univers?

This hotel is situated in Intra Muros within a short 5-minute walk of St. Malo Beach and also 20 minutes on foot from Saint-Malo Ferry Port. You'll also find St. Malo Citadel and St. Vincent Cathedral less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hôtel de l'Univers?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Hôtel de l'Univers feature a casino?

No, Hôtel de l'Univers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hôtel de l'Univers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hôtel de l'Univers?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like in-room massages and a comfy mattress as well as a bar.

Does Hôtel de l'Univers have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hôtel de l'Univers feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Hôtel de l'Univers offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Hôtel de l'Univers allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hôtel de l'Univers for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day.

Does Hôtel de l'Univers have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hôtel de l'Univers?

The closest major airport to Hôtel de l'Univers is Dinard (DNR-Dinard - Pleurtuit - Saint-Malo), which is 8.2 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hôtel de l'Univers?

No, at Hôtel de l'Univers, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Hôtel de l'Univers Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 430 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here. Always first choice when visiting St Malo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property its self is fine, it’s the noise below it and down the street from all the restaurant/bars they stayed open late. Could also hear everyone in the hall.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good well located hotel with fantastic bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gigi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location , surrounded by restaurants and bakery’s . Beautiful scenery and lovely beach and walks on wall. Can be a little noisy outside but we did stay on a Friday night !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the 2nd time we’ve chosen to stay in this hotel, this time our bedroom and the bathroom were much bigger and very comfortable. Overlooking the inner courtyard meant it was very quiet. The location couldn’t be better, a minute walk from the sea wall and beach in one direction and shops, restaurants etc in the other. Staff were friendly and very helpful. We had our dog with us and she was made just as welcome. We’ll certainly stay there again but avoid August as, with the French on holiday, St Malo was extremely busy, we’d prefer a quieter time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Smoke goes right in the front door with all the smokers in the restaurant out front. Could smell smoke linger in the halls and stairs. Uncomfortable beds made for a bad stay for me. Great location though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room 107 spacious for a family of 4. Clean room and bathroom. 2 of the 3 beds were comfortable with mattress toppers but the main bed didn’t have mattress toppers like the other ones had, so was not comfortable. Too many smokers right outside hotel at their restaurant, and smoke went right into the lobby as the doors opened. I could smell smoke in the lobby, hallway, and stairs. You had to walk through the smoke in front of the front door to enter into the front door. Not healthy for air quality given the tobacco use out front. No mini fridge to keep leftover perishable food (or baby food if needed), no electric kettle, and no coffee maker in rooms which is pretty standard now. No water purification refilling station in lobby to cut down plastic water bottles for the environment. I think the hotel could improve by making 4 changes if they wished to improve it for customers. 1. Make a big non-smoking area in the front of the hotel restaurant, and put a limited smoking section far off to the side (nowhere close to where guests have to walk by to get into the hotel). Or better, would be to not allow any smoking at the restaurant outside. 2. add mini fridges, electric kettles, and coffee makers to the rooms. 3. Add water purification bottle refilling station downstairs in lobby. 4. Add free coffee and tea in lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franco, Pickering

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place inside the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayna, Redondo Beach

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel in a perfect location to explore the walled city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

J

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Russell

Disliked: Amenities
Room was fine, breakfast was expensive, staff forced me to pay for another room (because we had 4 guests total) despite the fact I reserved the 4 bed room online. The floors and walls are paper thin, so I learned the entire life story of the people staying above us. We asked the front desk for some tissues, because there weren’t any in the room. The lady told us that since they were only a 3 star hotel, they didn’t have any. I was unaware that tissues are only available in 4 star hotels Also parking is a nightmare, the front door was broken so I had to enter and leave the hotel through the bar (with stairs) with my son’s stroller. Everything else was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

june

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing we didn't like about the hotel or it's facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Gideon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Central, friendly but basic and issues with smell

Positives - central location, friendly check-in service. Negatives - we had issue with neighbors smoking the whole night which with a draft coming through our door, filled our room with smoke smell. Keeping our window open the whole night did not really help. So overall we had quite a bad nights sleep which impacts the whole experience. Reception was quick to try help but the smell was still there unfortunately. Bathroom also smelled a bit (drain smell) so we kept the door closed. Basic and small room with no amenities like kettle, coffee or fridge. But otherwise it was ok, relatively modern and very central location (no parking though)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
poor breakfast arrangements
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect spot to stay in Saint Malo. Just inside the walls and very close to parking (no stairs for suitcases). It is also right next to access to the ramparts. Lost of delicious food options near by including the restaurant at the hotel, which is lively and filled with customers. The rooms are a nice size and very clean. Honestly, I was worried with the rating but the hotel is much better than the overall rating suggests. Also, it is not loud at night. At least our room was not.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Strong smell of smoke in corridors. Could do with usb plugs. Could make better use of its history and position with better decor. Very convenient for exploring St Malo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Overnight stay as part of road trip, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021