Must-see hotels in Coimbra

  • Serenata Hostel

    Coimbra

    Occupying an elegant town house overlooking Coimbra's old cathedral, this fabulous hostel sits in the heart of the historic centre. Rooms, spread over…

  • Quinta das Lágrimas

    Coimbra

    Coimbra's sole five-star hotel is charmingly ensconced in the romantic Jardim Quinta das Lágrimas on the west bank of the Mondego. Choose between classic,…

  • The Luggage Hostel & Suites

    Coimbra

    Housed in a white 1920s villa, complete with garden and columned portico, The Luggage is a hostel in name only. At the time of research its dorms were…

  • Five Senses Hostel

    Coimbra

    Handily located for the bus station, yet still accessible to the historic centre on foot, this modern boutique-style hostel impresses across the board. It…

  • Despertar Saudade

    Coimbra

    In a town house overlooking Praça da República, this friendly lodging makes an excellent base. Its rooms are smallish but immaculately laid out with blond…

  • Casa Pombal

    Coimbra

    In a lovely old-town location, this snug guesthouse squeezes tons of charm into a small space. Interiors boast dark wood floors, ceramic tiles and…

  • Hotel Vitória

    Coimbra

    With attractive rooms and a prime location near the action, the friendly family-run Vitóriais a great choice. Its light-filled rooms are clean and unfussy…

  • Quebra-Luz

    Coimbra

    Right on the old town's 'back-breaking' stairs, this friendly, homely place makes a good central base. It's a bright, second-floor apartment with four…

  • Hotel Oslo

    Coimbra

    Near Coimbra A train station, this is a comfortable, business-like hotel. Rooms come in shades of beige and are smart and well-maintained, while the 5th…

  • Hotel Botânico de Coimbra

    Coimbra

    This immaculate two-star is a little way out of the centre near the botanic gardens. It's worth the walk, though, with spotless rooms furnished with…

  • Hotel Residencial Alentejana

    Coimbra

    A characterful, old-fashioned two-star run by kindly owners. It's a little out from the centre but well placed for the student-driven bar life on Praça da…

  • Hotel Astória

    Coimbra

    A city landmark since 1926, the Astória’s art nouveau facade contemplates the river and Largo da Portagem. Inside, it's all a bit dated and many of the…

  • Alojamento Local Duarte's

    Coimbra

    Old-school and no-fuss, this modest guesthouse is conveniently situated for the university, less so for the main tourist sights. It has clean functional…

  • Hotel Domus

    Coimbra

    Hidden away in the narrow lanes near Coimbra A train station, the family-run Domus boasts no frills, just a friendly welcome and clean, simply furnished…

  • Riversuites

    Coimbra

    Just across the bridge from the centre, this good-value hotel has comfortable, modern rooms and courteous staff. It's on a main road and popular with…