Located in Nice City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nice, Hôtel Univers is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Place Massena and Casino Monte Carlo are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, visit Monaco Harbour. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Allianz Riviera or Circuit de Monaco. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Nice travel guide
2 Rue de la Liberté, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000
What's nearby
Avenue Jean Medecin
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Place Massena
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Nice Étoile Shopping Center
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Promenade des Anglais
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Blue Beach
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Massena Tramway Station
1 min walk
Nice City Station
13 min walk
Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
20 min drive
Restaurants
Maison Margaux
3 min walk
Nespresso Boutique
2 min walk
La Villa d'Este
2 min walk
Hippopotamus Steakhouse
3 min walk
Boccaccio
1 min walk
About this property
Hôtel Univers
Upscale hotel near Place Massena
Located close to Promenade des Anglais, Hôtel Univers provides car hire on-site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
A TV in reception, luggage storage and a front desk safe
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 64 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 21 for adults and EUR 10.50 for children
Things to do
TV in common areas
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
Lift
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1 building
5 floors
Built in 1900
Double-glazed windows
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
Reusable cups
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
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Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The name on the photo identification presented at check-in must match the name on the reservation.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.48 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 21 for adults and from EUR 10.50 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way)
Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 15 October to 15 May
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property class
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hôtel Univers pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel Univers?
As of 6 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel Univers on 2 Nov 2026 start from €91, 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.
How much is parking at Hôtel Univers?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Univers?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Hôtel Univers?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Hôtel Univers provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM-10:00 PM on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hôtel Univers located?
Located in Nice City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Place Massena and Promenade des Anglais. Allianz Riviera and Casino Monte Carlo are also within 16 mi (25 km). Massena Tramway Station is only a 2-minute walk and Jean Medecin Tramway Station is 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hôtel Univers Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Staff was very nice. I stayed in 2 different rooms as my trip was split by traveling. Both felt clean. Good space in sleeping area for both rooms bed comfortable ❤️ for sleeping. First bathroom more space (helpful if you need to wash anything out). Very easy to get to activities, restaurants, shopping, and the sea.
Nice hotel right off of Jean Médecin. Quiet (I had an indoor facing room so not sure if one’s facing the street are as quiet). Nice staff and comfortable bed and room.
1/5 - Very outdated and not clean. Tired/messy carpet, strong smell of damp and mould everywhere. Sheets were ok but mattress protector underneath was dirty with brown/blood-like stains, insect on towel, hair on bed, mold in bathroom. Hotel Univers did nothing. . Avoid. Photos as proof.
1/5 - À ÉVITER. Hôtel très vieillot et sale. Moquette usée et sale, forte odeur d'humidité et de moisissure partout dans l'hôtel. Les draps étaient propres, mais la protection de matelas en dessous était sale avec des taches brunes qui ressemblent à du sang (photo). Insecte sur la serviette (photo) et cheveux sur le lit (photo). Moisissure dans la salle de bain. L'Hôtel Univers n'a rien fait. . Photos à l'appui.
AC IS CONTROLLED BY THE HOTEL! it was 30° C (85 ° F) in our room. They have theromostats that make it seem like you can control the AC but it doesn’t work and when calling them they said they only have central AC. Great location and nice staff. Free beach towels
Le personnel de l’hôtel est très sympathique et professionnel. L’emplacement est idéal, la chambre est bien insonorisée.
Merci pour le séjour !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Oscar
27 Aug 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Colazione minimal con scarsa scelta di prodotti.
Bagno con doccia senza cabina e senza vetri di protezione.
Assenza di bottigliette di acqua di benvenuto nel frigobar
I had a good experience with the hotel, location and staff.
It was clean and shower was good.
Small room as expected and a bit expensive if I am honest (maybe related to summer season).
Overall, good experience.
Impressed with the rooms, tall ceilings/windows, clean, comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms. Staff was helpful and the luggage storage made it easy. The location is unbeatable! Would recommend staying here.
Dear Hôtel Univers Management Team,
I am writing to formally express my serious disappointment regarding my recent stay at Hôtel Univers, located at 2 Rue de la Liberté, 06000 Nice, France.
Unfortunately, my stay was miserable due to the lack of customer service and the unacceptable conditions in my room. The air conditioning was not working while temperatures were approximately 30°C (86°F). The room was unbearably hot, making it extremely difficult to rest, sleep, or feel comfortable.
Although hotel staff provided three small fans, this was not an adequate solution. The fans did not properly cool the room and were certainly not a substitute for functioning air conditioning in such extreme heat. Most concerning, the hotel staff did not make any meaningful effort to move me to another room with working air conditioning. I was left to endure the excessive heat despite the hotel being fully aware that the air conditioning in my room was not functioning.
I find this lack of action and customer care unacceptable. As a paying guest, I reasonably expected hotel staff to take my concerns seriously, demonstrate basic concern for my comfort, and make every reasonable effort to resolve the issue. Providing three small fans while leaving me in an unbearably hot room was not a satisfactory resolution.
The lack of urgency, empathy, and effective customer service significantly worsened an already miserable experience. I chose Hôtel Univers expecting a comfortable room and professional
Rent och fint och väldigt centralt och nära till allt.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Daniel
5 Jul 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was small, but nice. It had a perfect location in central Nice, with basically everything you need in walking distance. The breakfast area is small, but I guess this is adapted to the limited amount of rooms/guests. It was never crowded during our stay. The breakfast variety was a little underwhelming for a 4 star hotel. Our biggest issue was the air conditioning in the hotel room. We were there during a heat wave, where the outside temperature was usually around 35 degrees Celsius. The air conditioning could not get the temperature under 26 degrees Celsius. The staff were helpful and gave us a fan for additional cooling, and even sent someone to look at the air conditioning when we talked to them about it. It didn't help unfortunately, but props to the staff for actually trying.
The room for 4 people was small dark and stinky. The room has this old smoky closet smell that seeped into your clothes. The lack of AC made it even worst. We had to use a portable fan from the front desk to cool the room down. The mosquitos prevented us from opening the window at night time to get more ventilation.
There was no AC in the building and they did nothing to fix it. The shower water went all over the floor bc there was no curtain or walls/door. The location was great and having a breakfast buffet was nice but unable to sleep in the record temps in France at the time made it not worth the spend to stay there.