Hotel Universal Murcia
Murcia · Region of Murcia · 1 Star

Hotel Universal Murcia

One-star hotel in Murcia, next to Floridablanca Garden, with a restaurant serving Murcian cuisine, a bar and air-conditioned rooms.

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7.3 Score
2.781 Reviews
1★ Star
15:00 Check-in
Area Murcia
Nearby Science and Water Museum · 180 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Universal Murcia

Hotel Universal Murcia is a 1-star hotel in the centre of Murcia, next to Floridablanca Garden and a five-minute walk from the cathedral. Its restaurant serves traditional Murcian cuisine, in a setting suited to those who want to stay near the old town and explore the city on foot.

The rooms have air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom; some offer city views and others overlook an interior courtyard. There are single, double and triple room options, as well as a minibar in several room types. The hotel has a restaurant, café and bar, and offers continental and buffet breakfast. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Private parking is nearby, cannot be reserved and costs €16.50 per day. There is also a gym and a swimming pool 150 m away, and the hotel can arrange guided tours of the area. Murcia train station is 650 m away.

Hotel Universal Murcia
★ 7.3 · Good · 2.781 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Universal Murcia

One-star hotel in Murcia, next to Floridablanca Garden, with a restaurant serving Murcian cuisine, a bar and air-conditioned rooms.

Room types

The hotel offers single and double rooms, as well as a triple room, with floor areas of 17, 18, 20 and 24 m². Options with city views contrast with those overlooking an interior courtyard; bed arrangements and some bathroom details also vary. There are single rooms with one single bed and double rooms with a double bed or twin beds, as well as a triple option with three single beds.

Air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom are available in the different room types. Some rooms include a minibar, and distinctive features include a sofa and a bathtub in one of the single rooms. Parquet flooring, a desk and the views help distinguish the rooms. The triple room offers 24 m² and city views, while the single rooms include options overlooking the interior courtyard or the urban surroundings.

Single Room — Hotel Universal Murcia
Single Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • City view
  • Air conditioning

At 17 m² and with capacity for one person, this single room offers city views. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; a minibar and sofa complete its features. The single bed and urban outlook distinguish it from the single rooms overlooking the interior courtyard.

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Double Room - 2 Beds — Hotel Universal Murcia
Double Room - 2 Beds
24 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Desk

This double room is 24 m², has city views and comes with two single beds. Its extra five square metres compared with the Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds provide more space for two people. It also has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar.

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Room with Large Bed — Hotel Universal Murcia
Room with Large Bed
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Minibar
  • Desk

At 20 m², this double room combines a double bed with city views. Air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV complete the room, along with a minibar. The desk and wooden or parquet flooring are practical features for relaxing or working.

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Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Hotel Universal Murcia
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 1 guest
  • Minibar
  • Air conditioning

This 20 m² option is a double room with one or two beds and offers city views. Air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV accompany a room with a minibar, desk and parquet flooring. Its main configuration has two single beds.

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Superior Single Room — Hotel Universal Murcia
Superior Single Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Desk

This 17 m² single room overlooks an interior courtyard rather than offering city views. It has one single bed, a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A desk and wooden or parquet flooring complete this simply styled room for one person.

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Superior Double Room - 2 Beds — Hotel Universal Murcia
Superior Double Room - 2 Beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Minibar
  • Interior courtyard view

At 20 m², this superior room has two single beds and overlooks an interior courtyard. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a minibar. A desk and parquet flooring complete the room, which offers more space than the standard courtyard-facing double room.

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Standard Double Room - 2 Beds — Hotel Universal Murcia
Standard Double Room - 2 Beds
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Wooden or parquet flooring

This standard double room is 18 m² and has two single beds, with views of an interior courtyard. It offers a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. It is 2 m² smaller than the superior courtyard-facing option; parquet flooring and a desk complete the facilities.

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Single Room — Hotel Universal Murcia
Single Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bathtub
  • Sofa

This 17 m² single room stands out for its bathtub and views of the interior courtyard. It has one single bed, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; it also includes a sofa. It is an alternative to the single room with city views and offers space to relax after exploring Murcia.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in central Murcia, near Floridablanca Garden and a five-minute walk from the cathedral
  • you arrive by train: Murcia train station is 650 m away
  • you want to try traditional Murcian cuisine at the hotel restaurant
  • you are travelling as a family: family rooms are available, as well as a 24 m² triple room for up to three people
  • you need free Wi-Fi during your stay, available throughout the property

Maybe not, if...

  • you are looking for free parking: nearby private parking costs €16.50 per day
  • you need to reserve a parking space in advance, as spaces cannot be reserved
  • you want the swimming pool and gym to be inside the hotel: both are 150 m away
  • you are booking five or more rooms, as different conditions and supplements may apply

Hotel facilities & services

Facilities include a restaurant, café and bar, along with children's menu options and special diet menus on request. The restaurant serves traditional Murcian cuisine, while breakfast is available as a continental or buffet option. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, and family rooms are available for those travelling in a group.

The hotel has a 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information. It also offers a gym, bicycle hire, a games room and airport shuttle service. Meeting and event rooms are available for banquets and business meetings, as well as a business centre. Private parking is nearby, cannot be reserved and costs €16.50 per day. Shared facilities include a TV lounge, and the building has a lift, heating and air conditioning.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tourist information
  • Private parking
  • Parking garage

General facilities

  • Bicycle hire
  • Games room
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business centre
  • Meeting / banquet facilities
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift

Parking

  • Parking garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's menu
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Location & what to see

Hotel Universal Murcia is at Cartagena, 21, in the centre of Murcia and within the old town. Floridablanca Garden is 100 m away and Santiago Calatrava Bridge is 250 m away. The cathedral is a five-minute walk away. The area lets you alternate walks along historic streets with stops at squares, gardens and cultural venues; the Episcopal Palace is 400 m away and San Esteban Palace is 850 m away.

Murcia train station is 650 m away, so you can continue to the hotel on foot. Región de Murcia International Airport is 18 km away, while Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is 58 km away. The property offers an airport shuttle. If you arrive by car, private parking is available nearby for €16.50 per day; spaces cannot be reserved.

To explore the city, you can visit the Science and Water Museum, 180 m away, cross the Old Bridge, 280 m away, and head to El Carmen Market Square, 320 m away. Cardenal Belluga Square is 440 m away. During Holy Week, Murcia holds its traditional processions, while the Spring Festivals add events and celebrations to the local calendar. Nearby gardens and squares also offer pleasant places to stop between visits.

Science and Water Museum — Science exhibitions and interactive activities for the whole family to discover. 180 m
Old Bridge — Historic crossing over the Segura River, with views of the urban surroundings. 280 m
El Carmen Market Square — Neighbourhood market with stalls selling fresh produce and local specialities. 320 m
Episcopal Palace of Murcia — Historic building beside the cathedral square, with a Baroque façade. 380 m
Cardenal Belluga Square — Monumental square where Murcia Cathedral stands. 440 m
Cuartel de Artillería Garden — Urban garden for walks among green spaces and cultural venues. 330 m

What guests say about Hotel Universal Murcia

7.3
Good · 2.781 reviews
Staff
8.5
Comfort
7.5
Location
8.7
Cleanliness
7.9
Facilities
7.2
Value for money
7.7
Free Wi-Fi
7.0

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to the main attractions in the centre. Cleanliness and comfort receive more moderate reviews, while the facilities and Wi-Fi could be improved. Overall, the hotel is practical for exploring Murcia and accessing places to eat.

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