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About this property
Prime City Centre Location: AltoCanto in Coimbra offers a central position with stunning views of the city and river. Guests enjoy easy access to key attractions such as the University of Coimbra (5-minute walk) and Santa Clara a Velha Monastery (1 km). Comfortable Accommodations: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and parquet floors. Each room includes a bathrobe, hairdryer, and free toiletries, ensuring a relaxing stay. Modern Amenities: Guests benefit from free WiFi, a terrace, and a dining area with a table and sofa. Additional facilities include a balcony, electric kettle, and dining area, catering to all comfort needs. Highly Rated Experience: AltoCanto is highly rated for its location with a view, breakfast provided by the property, and attentive host. Reception staff speak English, Spanish, and Portuguese, ensuring smooth communication.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
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Guests who stayed here loved
- 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...” - 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” - 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!” - Venera
Bulgaria
“Quiet location with big and clean rooms that offer a fantastic view at the Mondego river. The host was lovely. Obrigada Ana!” - Emmi
Finland
“Big and clean room with a great location. Very good breakfast!” - Warwick
Australia
“Great, friendly service from Ana. Magnificent view, lots of room, easy access to the city and sights to be seen as in the university. Breakfast was a bonus.” - Nadia
Qatar
“This is the best view in Coimbra. There are two rooms, on two levels of the building both with amazing views. They share a huge common area and balcony, and the breakfast is served in a separate kitchen. The building itself is full of history and...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
License number: 132805/AL