Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in Rivière-du-Loup with a full-service spa
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Front of property
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, Turkish bath/hammam
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Reception
Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
311, boul. Hotel-de-Ville, Rivière-du-Loup, QC, G5R 5S4
  • Musee du Bas St Laurent
    19 min walk
  • Club De Golf De Riviere-Du Loup
    3 min drive
  • Cegep De Riviere-du-Loup
    3 min drive
  • Riviere du Loup, QC (YRI)
    10 min drive

Room options

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Excellence)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Room, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Murphy Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Rivière-du-Loup

Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup places you in the heart of Rivière-du-Loup, connected to the convention centre and 1.6 km (1 mi) from Musee du Bas St Laurent. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A relaxing day at UniverSpa can include hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with thalassotherapy and reflexology. The restaurant, Restaurant - Boreal, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Turkish bath/hammam, waterslide and lifeguards on site. 183 square feet (17 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Rivière-du-Loup hotel include Cegep De Riviere-du-Loup and Club De Golf De Riviere-Du Loup.

What's nearby

  • Cegep De Riviere-du-Loup - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Grand Portage Regional Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Parc des Chutes - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Pot-a-l'Eau-de-Vie - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Riviere-du-Loup Saint-Simeon Ferry - 8 min drive - 7.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Cage - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café l'Innocent - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Microbrasserie Aux Fous Brassant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup

Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in Rivière-du-Loup with a full-service spa
Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup offers its guests a full-service spa, a waterslide, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 183 square feet (17 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, spa services, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Rivière-du-Loup hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 300 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 183 sq ft of conference space
  • 17 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1973
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup offers 300 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

UniverSpa has 12 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology and thalassotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CAD 7 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant - Boreal

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 183 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Full-service spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 40.24 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 7 to 16 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 40.24 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Spa fee: CAD 45

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property Registration Number 2024-11-30, 054854

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup on 1 Dec 2024 start from NZ$255.41, 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.

Is parking available at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

Yep, Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Is there a spa on site at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

Yep, UniverSpa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup has an indoor pool. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

Is Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a waterslide, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup is a hit with families.

Does Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is available weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

No, Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Hôtel Universel in Rivière-du-Loup Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 902 out of 1623 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 438 out of 1623 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1623 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1623 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1623 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rajinder

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed this hotel. Easy access to tesla and other electric charging. My kids enjoyed the pool, although they were disappointed the slide wasn't open in the morning. The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mathieu

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and quiet rooms, easy check in. Nice pool but overcrowded on a Fri night, hard to relax and enjoy. Hot tub was cold but hot showers after were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is next part of a convention centre complex and situated close to where two major autoroutes (20 & 85) intersect; so good location if you are planning to travel further into Gaspé or turn south to the Maritimes. But it also means that hotel location is not situated in particularly attractive part of Rivière-du-Loup. The staff are friendly and courteous in both French and English; there is ample parking (including charging stations); and the room we stayed in was clean, tidy, and quiet. The AC was excellent and quiet. There is room service and a restaurant on the premises; the hotel restaurant appeared to be popular with both hotel guests and locals; several large family and friend gatherings were taking place in the restaurant and in the hotel's private dining rooms just off from restaurant. The restaurant service was good; the food arrived quickly (in spite of the large numbers being served) and was in line with my expectations. Decent, but not especially memorable. The restaurant, because it was so busy, was excessively noisy; we both wished that we had opted for room service instead. Because of an unexpected change in vacation plans, we ended staying on a Saturday night -- instead of midweek as we had originally planned. That meant that the rate was almost twice as much as the rate we paid for a comparable hotel room in Québec City. We still recommend the hotel because it was clean and quiet and conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked access for handicapped people and easy contact with staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gerald, Anjou

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le service pour repas à la chambre était un peu long et bouffe était tiède, frites froides
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very ordinary for the high price they charged
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and good location on our way through. The beds were very comfortable. At this price though, they should include breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Julien

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, awfullly loud AC unit sound
Very convenient location. Very large, clean room. Unfortunately, the sound of the AC unit was so loud at night... It was really annoying. Not sure we'll stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreea

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was easy to check-in to, short walk from parking lot. Arcade in the basement was a nice find. Didn't try the restaurant, but there weren't many restaurants nearby and nothing around that's walkable. Room was dated, and smelled of chlorine/chemicals. Lots of chipped tile, outdated/broken furnishing. Bed wasn't super comfortable. Pool was not bad, 4 ft deep. Water slide was a joke, rocked all over the place when kids went down. Hot tub was a 'cold tub' with jets? Overall I'd say below average hotel compared to like a Best Western or other big name.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James, Stoney Creek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

edmee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is an affordable, clean place to stay while in transit between two destinations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Guy

Disliked: Staff & service
The staff were busy and not particularly friendly. At the check-out they told me Expedia would send me the invoice and payment record. I have not received the invoice and payment record from Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Spencer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is highly overrated for the price. For $330 per night I expect way more. The hot tub was cold, myself and other guests were calling it the “disappointment tub”. The shower in my room had a slow drain causing water to pool up around my ankles (gross) and the shower rod was so rusted that the curtain had trouble sliding. Staff were generally pretty grumpy and the hotel, while newly renovated, was quite worn down behind the fresh veneer. At $160 a night this might be ok but not at 330.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Air climatisé ne refroidit pas dans les chambres (deux chambres testées) - Eau de piscine et spa froide
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Initially, the property's images heightened anticipation, but upon arrival, the hotel's appearance fell short of expectations, revealing an older property with merely superficial updates. The cost seemed excessive, and as a non-French speaker, I experienced a lack of welcome, leading to feelings of exclusion. Although the restaurant appeared appealing, the dining experience was marred by discomfort due to language barriers with the manager, who needed assistance to communicate in English. The service was slow, and despite the manager's role, our order was taken by a waitress after an extended wait. The food was exceptional, but the service was subpar, leaving us feeling like outsiders due to our language difference. I will not return to this hotel or restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Erdem

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilles, Grand Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024