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Four-star hotel beside Vigo harbour, in a classic 19th-century building, with a Turkish bath, gym and boats to the Cíes Islands departing opposite the hotel.
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AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott is a 4-star hotel in Vigo, beside the harbour and housed in a classic 19th-century building. The city centre is a five-minute walk away, and boats to the Cíes Islands depart from opposite the hotel, a convenient combination for exploring the estuary and the city centre.
Its rooms offer different sizes and layouts for two people, from options with twin beds to rooms with a double bed and sea views. Some have a balcony, seating area or coffee maker. The hotel has a Turkish bath and fitness centre, as well as gardens, an outdoor terrace and the AC lounge, where you can chat or dine. There is also a restaurant, bar and buffet breakfast. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Reception is open 24 hours a day, and the hotel has meeting rooms, making it possible to combine a city visit with work needs. The nearby streets are home to Galician seafood restaurants and bars.
The rooms at AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott accommodate two people and range from 20 to 35 m². You can choose between layouts with twin beds, a large double bed or an extra-large double bed. Some options have sea views, and one has a small balcony overlooking the harbour; others prioritise a seating area or an interior-facing layout. All room types have a bathtub and minibar, while several options also have air conditioning.
Some rooms add a coffee maker, bathrobe and slippers, while others include a desk, wooden flooring or satellite channels. The sea-view options also have a bathtub and shower, as well as details such as toiletries and a bidet. You can choose between a more compact room, a larger room with an armchair, or an option combining sea views with a double bed. All rooms accommodate two guests.
At 25 m², this room has two single beds and suits two guests who prefer to sleep separately. It includes a bathtub, air conditioning and minibar; soundproofing and a private bathroom complete a practical layout for resting after exploring the harbour and Vigo city centre.
This 35 m² room combines an extra-large double bed with a seating area and armchair, providing extra space to relax in the room. The bathroom includes a bathrobe, slippers and free toiletries; there is also a coffee maker and minibar.
At 28 m², this room offers views of Vigo harbour from a small balcony. It has two single beds, as well as a desk and armchair for a separate place to relax. A bathtub, shower and coffee maker complete a stay designed for enjoying the maritime scenery.
This 28 m² room combines sea views with an extra-large double bed. The bathroom has a bathtub, shower, bidet, bathrobe and free toiletries. A coffee maker and soundproofed walls add comfort, while air conditioning lets you adjust the temperature.
At 25 m², this option has a large double bed and a simple layout for two people. It has wooden or parquet flooring, a desk and a safety deposit box, as well as air conditioning and soundproofed walls. The bathroom has a bathtub, shower and bidet.
This 20 m² room has an extra-large double bed, air conditioning and a minibar. The bathtub and shower let you choose how to freshen up after a day in Vigo. It also has a TV with satellite channels, a comfortable combination for a city break.
The interior-facing option covers 20 m² and has a large double bed. The minibar and TV with satellite channels provide entertainment and a drink close at hand during your stay. The bathroom has a bathtub, shower and bidet, as well as toiletries and towels.
AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott offers services to help you relax and take care of the practical needs of a stay in Vigo. It has a 24-hour reception, concierge, luggage storage and tourist information, as well as daily housekeeping. The gym and hammam offer options for exercising or relaxing; the shared lounge, gardens and outdoor terrace let you enjoy a change of scenery without leaving the hotel. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
For dining, you can choose from a restaurant, bar and snack bar. Special-diet menus are also available on request, along with fruit, wine or champagne and breakfast in your room. Room service adds another option for dining or relaxing in private. Facilities include meeting and banquet rooms, a business centre, a lift and access for people with reduced mobility. There are also soundproofed and non-smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating, and laundry and ironing services.
AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott is beside Vigo harbour, in an area from which you can reach the city centre in about five minutes on foot. The surroundings combine maritime activity, shopping streets and historic sites. Ría Maritime Station is 90 m away, with boats to the Cíes Islands departing from there. The Co-Cathedral of Santa María de Vigo is 150 m away; Xardíns de Elduayen and Plaza de Compostela are 160 m away. Mercado de la Piedra, also 160 m away, makes another central stop along the way.
The Museum of Contemporary Art of Vigo is 560 m away, and Castelo de San Sebastián is 410 m away. Vigo-Guixar is 1 km away, while Vigo Bus Station is 2.2 km away. Vigo Airport is 7 km away. For a trip to the coast, Playa de Adro is 2.8 km away and Praia da Manquiña is 2.2 km away; both are options for a seaside outing without going far from the city.
You can arrange a boat trip to the Cíes Islands from the harbour. In the city centre, you can link the Co-Cathedral, market and gardens on a walking route, with museums and squares as cultural stops. In the warmer months, Vigo’s beaches let you combine a city visit with some time by the water. You can also spend a day in the parks: Castrelos Park is 3 km away and Beade Forest Park is 7 km away. This lets you alternate between heritage sites, walks by the harbour and open-air spaces.
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Reviews reflect a particularly strong experience in terms of staff, cleanliness and comfort. The facilities receive positive ratings, although internet access gets a more moderate score. The hotel’s proximity to the harbour and Vigo city centre also stands out among the highest-rated aspects.
Rates at AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott vary depending on the season, room type and dates. For your stay, check the latest price through the booking channels.
Vigo Airport is 7 km away, about a 15-minute drive. Vigo-Guixar and Vigo AVE Station are 1 km away; the bus station is 2.2 km away. You can also arrive by train or bus and continue to the harbour. Boats to the Cíes Islands depart from opposite the hotel. The property does not have parking.
AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott is beside the harbour, a five-minute walk from Vigo city centre. Ría Maritime Station is 90 m away; the Co-Cathedral of Santa María de Vigo is 150 m away; and Stone Market and Xardíns de Elduayen are 160 m away. The Museum of Contemporary Art of Vigo is 560 m away.
AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott serves a buffet breakfast and lets you order breakfast in your room. Dining options also include a restaurant, bar and snack bar, as well as special-diet menus on request. Fruit and wine or champagne are among the options available.
AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott has a Turkish bath and fitness centre. The AC lounge is a place to chat or dine within the hotel; there are also gardens and an outdoor terrace. You can alternate a workout with some time to relax without leaving the building.
All of AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott is wheelchair accessible. Accessible rooms for guests with disabilities are subject to availability, so accessible common areas do not mean that a specific room will always be available.
AC Hotel Palacio Universal by Marriott offers the Twin Room with Sea View, measuring 28 m² and featuring a small balcony, and the Room with Extra-Large Bed and Sea View, also measuring 28 m². Both accommodate two people and have a bathtub and coffee maker.
