Prime Location: AltoCanto in Coimbra offers a central position with stunning views of the city and river. The University of Coimbra is a 5-minute walk away, while Coimbra Old Cathedral lies 400 metres nearby.
Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and parquet floors. Each room includes a bathrobe, hairdryer, and free toiletries.
Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a terrace and free WiFi, perfect for relaxation. Additional amenities include a dining area, seating space, and electric kettle.
Guest Highlights: Visitors appreciate the scenic location, delicious breakfast provided by the property, and attentive host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“The building is authentic and in the very middle of the University of Coimbra's neighborhood. Located only a 5-minute walk from the city centre, the overall organisation of the structure is good. The host is available and easily reachable for any...”
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Moyra
Australia
“The location and views were fabulous. It was nice and quiet. Easy to get free parking. Wonderful breakfast. Very large accommodation. Ana our host was lovely.”
Cristelle
South Africa
“A beautiful venue with a stunning view across the river. Anna assisted me with an early (self-service) check-in and a lovely breakfast each day. The location is fantastic if you're keen to visit the university. Thanks for the great service Anna!”
Anthea
New Zealand
“Stunningly beautiful bedroom and huge living room looking over the river. Part of a lovely old home. Breakfast was lovely and Ana extremely helpful with everything. We loved the Faro performance just down the road which Ana suggested we might like...”
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Karina
Australia
“Beautiful room with view over the river. Great location. We loved the property and Coimbra itself and we should have stayed longer.
Breakfast was lovely and Ana accommodated our early breakfast request.”
Elissa
Canada
“The property itself was beautiful, like staying in a grand old apartment! Paid parking was easy to find right in front of the building.
Loved the outdoor terrasse overlooking the river particularly as there was shade on a very hot day. Room was...”
Hendrik
South Africa
“Personal attention by Ana during our stay was special.
Wonderful view of river, close to the UNESCO university buildings and excellent breakfast.Exce”
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Roger
Ireland
“Superb location close to the university, with great views over the city, the river and the hills beyond. The guest house occupies two floors of fine town house, the rooms lined half way with traditional Portuguese tiles. As well as a spacious...”
Shannon
Australia
“Amazing outlook as well as especially lavish interiors of the superior king suite where we stayed!”
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Venera
Bulgaria
“Quiet location with big and clean rooms that offer a fantastic view at the Mondego river. The host was lovely. Obrigada Ana!”
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Luca
Italy
“The building is authentic and in the very middle of the University of Coimbra's neighborhood. Located only a 5-minute walk from the city centre, the overall organisation of the structure is good. The host is available and easily reachable for any...”
M
Moyra
Australia
“The location and views were fabulous. It was nice and quiet. Easy to get free parking. Wonderful breakfast. Very large accommodation. Ana our host was lovely.”
Cristelle
South Africa
“A beautiful venue with a stunning view across the river. Anna assisted me with an early (self-service) check-in and a lovely breakfast each day. The location is fantastic if you're keen to visit the university. Thanks for the great service Anna!”
Anthea
New Zealand
“Stunningly beautiful bedroom and huge living room looking over the river. Part of a lovely old home. Breakfast was lovely and Ana extremely helpful with everything. We loved the Faro performance just down the road which Ana suggested we might like...”
K
Karina
Australia
“Beautiful room with view over the river. Great location. We loved the property and Coimbra itself and we should have stayed longer.
Breakfast was lovely and Ana accommodated our early breakfast request.”
Elissa
Canada
“The property itself was beautiful, like staying in a grand old apartment! Paid parking was easy to find right in front of the building.
Loved the outdoor terrasse overlooking the river particularly as there was shade on a very hot day. Room was...”
Hendrik
South Africa
“Personal attention by Ana during our stay was special.
Wonderful view of river, close to the UNESCO university buildings and excellent breakfast.Exce”
R
Roger
Ireland
“Superb location close to the university, with great views over the city, the river and the hills beyond. The guest house occupies two floors of fine town house, the rooms lined half way with traditional Portuguese tiles. As well as a spacious...”
Shannon
Australia
“Amazing outlook as well as especially lavish interiors of the superior king suite where we stayed!”
V
Venera
Bulgaria
“Quiet location with big and clean rooms that offer a fantastic view at the Mondego river. The host was lovely. Obrigada Ana!”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
0+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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