Hotel Residence Universo
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Summary of reviewsHotel Residence Universo is highly praised for its exceptional and convenient location in the quaint village of Pré-Saint-Didier, offering easy access to renowned thermal baths and nearby ski resorts such as Courmayeur and La Thuile. Guests appreciate the close proximity to various local amenities, public transport and picturesque views of Mont Blanc, making it an ideal choice for those looking to explore the area's attractions.
Dining at the hotel receives mixed feedback. Although breakfast availability is inconsistent, when offered, it earns positive reviews for its variety and value. The on-site restaurant is well-regarded for its delicious meals, particularly the pizzas and the convenience it provides. The hotel's 20% discount to the nearby Thermal Baths further adds to the value of the dining experience. Additionally, the presence of a kitchen for meal preparations is noted, though the restaurant's occasional closure is a drawback.
The spacious and clean rooms with balconies providing scenic mountain views are a highlight for guests. However, some point out issues such as dated decor, occasional lingering odors and noise concerns from neighboring rooms. Maintenance in terms of furnishings and amenities could benefit from updates. Nonetheless, the general consensus is that the rooms offer good value for money.
The hotel's cleanliness is consistently praised with guests highlighting the spotless rooms and well-maintained facilities. Despite minor issues like occasional smells in corridors, the diligent staff ensures a welcoming and tidy environment, making it a reliable choice for travelers.
Guests often commend the friendly and helpful staff, noting their professionalism and warm hospitality. Although there are rare mentions of unfriendly encounters, the majority of visitors leave satisfied, appreciative of the staff's attentiveness and the hotel's overall pleasant atmosphere.
Hotel Residence Universo offers convenient parking options despite a small private lot. The availability of nearby public parking further enhances the convenience for guests. The hotel's easy access to ski resorts and outdoor activities, coupled with its cleanliness and comfortable accommodations, makes it a favorite among ski enthusiasts.
While the comfort of the beds at Hotel Residence Universo varies with some guests finding them very comfortable and others noting issues with mattress quality and maintenance, the overall sleeping experience can benefit from improvements. Similarly, although the hotel presents a budget-friendly option, it shows signs of needing renovation and modernization.
Notably, Hotel Residence Universo is a dog-friendly destination, welcoming pets with ease and providing specific amenities for them. Despite minor cleanliness concerns due to pets, the hotel's accommodating attitude towards furry companions is well-received by guests traveling with dogs.
In summary, Hotel Residence Universo excels in its strategic location, friendly staff, cleanliness and spacious rooms, making it a favored choice for travelers seeking convenience and comfort, though some areas could benefit from updates and improved consistency in services.
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Dining at the hotel receives mixed feedback. Although breakfast availability is inconsistent, when offered, it earns positive reviews for its variety and value. The on-site restaurant is well-regarded for its delicious meals, particularly the pizzas and the convenience it provides. The hotel's 20% discount to the nearby Thermal Baths further adds to the value of the dining experience. Additionally, the presence of a kitchen for meal preparations is noted, though the restaurant's occasional closure is a drawback.
The spacious and clean rooms with balconies providing scenic mountain views are a highlight for guests. However, some point out issues such as dated decor, occasional lingering odors and noise concerns from neighboring rooms. Maintenance in terms of furnishings and amenities could benefit from updates. Nonetheless, the general consensus is that the rooms offer good value for money.
The hotel's cleanliness is consistently praised with guests highlighting the spotless rooms and well-maintained facilities. Despite minor issues like occasional smells in corridors, the diligent staff ensures a welcoming and tidy environment, making it a reliable choice for travelers.
Guests often commend the friendly and helpful staff, noting their professionalism and warm hospitality. Although there are rare mentions of unfriendly encounters, the majority of visitors leave satisfied, appreciative of the staff's attentiveness and the hotel's overall pleasant atmosphere.
Hotel Residence Universo offers convenient parking options despite a small private lot. The availability of nearby public parking further enhances the convenience for guests. The hotel's easy access to ski resorts and outdoor activities, coupled with its cleanliness and comfortable accommodations, makes it a favorite among ski enthusiasts.
While the comfort of the beds at Hotel Residence Universo varies with some guests finding them very comfortable and others noting issues with mattress quality and maintenance, the overall sleeping experience can benefit from improvements. Similarly, although the hotel presents a budget-friendly option, it shows signs of needing renovation and modernization.
Notably, Hotel Residence Universo is a dog-friendly destination, welcoming pets with ease and providing specific amenities for them. Despite minor cleanliness concerns due to pets, the hotel's accommodating attitude towards furry companions is well-received by guests traveling with dogs.
In summary, Hotel Residence Universo excels in its strategic location, friendly staff, cleanliness and spacious rooms, making it a favored choice for travelers seeking convenience and comfort, though some areas could benefit from updates and improved consistency in services.
Hotel near Ski Resorts
Located in Pré-Saint-Didier center, it's 4 km from the Courmayeur ski slopes. It offers spacious rooms. Ski storage is available and there is a minibus shuttle service to La Thuile, just 8 km away.
Dog Friendly Hotel
Located near the Courmayeur ski slopes, this hotel offers spacious rooms with sofas and TVs, making it a comfortable place for guests and their pets. While not officially certified, it is known to be dog-friendly.
Hotel with Parking
This hotel is located in Pré-Saint-Didier and provides parking for its guests. The availability of hotel-managed parking adds to the convenience.
3-Star Hotel
This hotel is rated as good and is highlighted for its central location in Pré-Saint-Didier, within walking distance of the thermal baths. It offers spacious and comfortable rooms, with some providing views of the mountains or thermal baths.
Hotel for Honeymoon
Family Friendly Hotel
About Hotel Residence Universo
License: IT007053A14QK5MAJA, VDA_SR457
Guest Reviews
Location
Moreover, the hotel's strategic position offers easy access to nearby ski resorts such as Courmayeur and La Thuile, drawing both winter sports enthusiasts and summer excursionists. Guests appreciate the hotel's accessibility and the range of amenities within walking distance, including bars, shops and restaurants.
The location is described as ideal for exploring the area with the added convenience of available parking and close proximity to public transport, further enhancing the appeal for tourists. Visitors also enjoy the picturesque views of Mont Blanc from the hotel, adding to its charm.
Overall, the strategic, central and convenient location of Hotel Residence Universo makes it a favored choice for guests seeking to enjoy the thermal baths and explore the surrounding attractions.
Breakfast
However, where available, the breakfast received positive remarks. Several guests described it as good, varied and plentiful, offering both sweet and savory options. For a nominal fee of around 5€, some guests were able to enjoy a rich continental breakfast, finding it good value for money. The staff overseeing breakfast were often praised for their courtesy and efficiency, enhancing the overall dining experience.
On the downside, the lack of basic in-room amenities like a kettle or minibar was a common point of contention. Some guests had difficulty finding nearby breakfast alternatives, although others mentioned the convenience of a bar and bakery located nearby, which slightly mitigated the inconvenience of the absent hotel breakfast service.
In summary, while the breakfast at Hotel Residence Universo is well-regarded for those who manage to experience it, the inconsistency and lack of clear communication regarding its availability can detract from the overall stay.
Dinner
While there is the added benefit of an available kitchen for those who prefer to prepare their own meals, not all feedback about the restaurant is positive. Some reviews mention that the restaurant is frequently closed or not operational on certain days. Issues have also been raised about the management of the restaurant and breakfast services and occasional delays in food preparation have been reported.
Despite these occasional drawbacks, the overall dining experience has been favorably reviewed with the excellent quality of food being a highlight. An additional perk offered by the hotel is a 20% discount for guests visiting the nearby Thermal Baths, adding extra value to their stay.
Rooms
However, some guests mentioned drawbacks such as dated decor, persistent smells of smoke or food and occasional cleanliness issues like dust or lingering odors. Despite these concerns, most reviews commend the overall room size and cleanliness. The staff often promptly address problems when reported, such as changing rooms upon finding pet hair.
The hotel seems to provide good value for money with its spacious accommodations, though some areas, including bathrooms and furnishings, show signs of aging and could benefit from updates. Soundproofing is mentioned as an issue with noise from neighboring rooms and the street being quite noticeable.
Overall, Hotel Residence Universo offers large and comfortable rooms with great views and a convenient location, though some improvements in decor and amenities could enhance the guest experience further.
Beds
However, there are notable inconsistencies. A significant number of guests reported uncomfortable experiences, pointing out issues such as hard or thin mattresses and beds being too soft or concave. Some described the mattresses as being very old or having springs sticking out, emphasizing an urgent need for replacements. Pillows also garnered criticism for being too soft, low or flat, leading to further discomfort.
The accommodations seem to suffer from maintenance issues with some beds broken, mattress quality deteriorating and even complaints of beds creaking and furniture being poorly maintained. Issues also extend to the supplementary sleeping arrangements like sofa beds and bunk beds with many reviews indicating discomfort and poor conditions.
Overall, while there are positive aspects to the sleeping arrangements at Hotel Residence Universo, there is a clear necessity for improvement and consistency to enhance guest comfort and satisfaction.
Cleanliness
While the majority of guests are satisfied with the hygiene standards, a few have pointed out minor issues, such as occasional smells in the corridors and specific cleaning details that need attention. Despite these rare concerns, the overall impression is that of a clean and inviting place to stay, especially valued for its proximity to the thermal baths.
In summary, Hotel Residence Universo is favored for its high standard of cleanliness, cozy rooms and helpful staff, making it a reliable choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience.
Staff
While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, noting the staff's accommodating and attentive behavior, there are occasional mentions of indifferent or unfriendly encounters. Nonetheless, the majority of guests leave feeling highly satisfied and often recommend the hotel for its excellent service standards and affordable prices.
Conveniently located near the thermal baths, the hotel also benefits from having a team that's available and responsive to guests' needs, contributing significantly to the overall pleasant experience. The combination of competent and friendly personnel consistently leaves a lasting impression, making it a choice accommodation for many travelers.
Parking
There are also mentions of free public parking very close to the hotel and a lot with a barrier, providing secure options for guests' vehicles. Parking within the facility is generally easy with some stating that more parking spaces are expected to be added soon. Some guests have noted the possibility of parking right in front of the hotel or at a nearby lot next to the thermal baths, making it convenient for short walks.
In summary, while the private parking at Hotel Residence Universo can be limited, a variety of alternative parking options and the hotel's proximity to public parking facilities make it manageable and convenient for most guests.
Ski
The hotel is also praised for being an ideal starting point for various outdoor activities, such as the Orrido trail. Nearby attractions like the Sky Way and Qc Terme spa add to the appeal, providing diverse experiences beyond just skiing.
Whether planning a ski holiday or a weekend getaway, guests find the hotel's location to be highly advantageous for both autumn and Easter skiing adventures and even preferable to other regions like France. Cleanliness and convenience further elevate the experience, making Hotel Residence Universo a recommended choice for those eager to explore the Courmayeur ski area.
3 Star
Dog Friendly
However, it's worth noting that the presence of dogs might affect room cleanliness, particularly if the pets have long hair. Some reviews highlighted that rooms were not extremely clean due to the presence of dogs. Despite this minor drawback, the overall experience for guests traveling with dogs is overwhelmingly positive, reinforced by the ease with which pets are welcomed and the supportive environment created by the hotel staff.
No, Hotel Residence Universo doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hotel Residence Universo.
Yes, Hotel Residence Universo welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Hotel Residence Universo.
No, Hotel Residence Universo doesn't have a gym.
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