See all properties

Hôtel Universel

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with indoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Hôtel Universel

An indoor swimming pool with a view of the ocean through a large window. There are lounge chairs and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, a shelf with products, and a black mat on the floor.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a wardrobe.
A terrace with round tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a residential area.
A restaurant setting with a table set for dining, featuring a pizza, a wine glass, and a bottle of wine.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
1000, Boulevard des Cascades, Alma, QC, G8B3G4
  • Place, Alma College
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mario-Tremblay Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ville d'Alma Spectacles
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roberval, QC (YRJ)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(104 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a bed, a red leather sofa, a cityscape artwork on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, white curtains, and a wooden floor.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a window with sheer curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, bedside tables, and a built-in wardrobe.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Alma

Near the airport.At this Alma hotel, you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Lac St Jean Beach and 16 miles (25 km) of Jardin Scullion. Fairy Hole Cavern Park and Historic Village of Val-Jalbert are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Centenary Footbridge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alma College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mario-Tremblay Centre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Ville d'Alma Spectacles - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Historic Village of Val-Jalbert - 60 min drive - 44.9 miles

Getting around

  • Quebec City Jean Lesage Intl. Airport (YQB) - 172 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Resto Roberto - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café du Clocher - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant L'Entre-Gens - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hôtel Universel

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with indoor pool
Hôtel Universel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center, 13 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. A children's pool, a fitness center, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Hôtel Universel. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Alma hotel is smoke free.

  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hôtel Universel offers 71 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

This Alma hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include Swedish massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Similar properties

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.
Comfort Inn Alma - Lac-Saint-Jean
Alma
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 889 reviews
$91 nightly
The price is $108
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Alma - Lac-Saint-Jean

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 14 to 22 for adults and CAD 9 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 14 to 22 for adults, and CAD 9 to 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 008072, 2026-11-30

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Hotel Universel
Hotel Universel Alma
Universel Alma
Hôtel Universel Alma
Hôtel Universel
Hôtel Universel Alma
Hôtel Universel Hotel
Hôtel Universel Hotel Alma

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hôtel Universel to the airport?

Hôtel Universel is 41.1 mi (61-min drive) away from the Roberval, QC (YRJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel Universel?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel Universel on Nov 15, 2026 start from $111, including 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.

Does Hôtel Universel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hôtel Universel.

How close is Hôtel Universel to the beach?

This hotel is 10.5 mi (28-min drive) from Lac St Jean Beach and 7.1 mi (12-min drive) from Notre-Dame Colony Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hôtel Universel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hôtel Universel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 14 and 22 for adults, CAD 9 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hôtel Universel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hôtel Universel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hôtel Universel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hôtel Universel have a pool?

Hôtel Universel features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Hôtel Universel have a restaurant?

Hôtel Universel is home to Pacini, which features Italian cuisine.

Does Hôtel Universel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, body scrubs, and Swedish massages.

How close is Hôtel Universel to downtown Alma?

Hôtel Universel is 0.2 mi away from Alma.

Hôtel Universel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 658 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, convenient location and clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was clean and kids were enjoying the facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was newly renovated. The staff was very friendly. Beautiful area to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel- good restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and wonderful view . Nice bar and cinema on site ! It’s a must
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was the best hotel of our six hotel stays
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good pool temperature. We got 2 nights and didn"t wanna leave.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located. Everything was perfect. Realy new. Je le recommande.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room should have been made up more frequently. The parking in front of the hotel was very full in the evenig. Staff were nice. Hotel was well located and close to restaurants and main highway,
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yessss
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, really like the fact that they didn't ask for a deposit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place ! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We didn’t take breakfast but every thing was right
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
GREAT ROOM, I LOVED THE CONFERENCE ROOM
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Great stay and great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025