Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá

he University of Coimbra, the uptown (“Alta”) and Sofia were classified by UNESCO as World Heritage sites. According to the Rector of the prestigious University of Coimbra, “the decision of UNESCO underlines the universal value of the Portuguese culture and language, as well as the major role played by Portugal in the formation of the world as we know it”. Coimbra becomes the 15th UNESCO World Heritage site in Portugal.Situated on a hill overlooking the city, the University of Coimbra with its colleges grew and evolved over more than seven centuries within the old town. Notable university buildings include the 12th century Cathedral of Santa Cruz and a number of 16th century colleges, the Royal Palace of Alcáçova, which has housed the University since 1537, the Joanine Library with its rich baroque decor, the 18th century Botanical Garden and University Press, as well as the large “University City” created during the 1940s.

The hotel is located on one of the hills of the city of Coimbra, which in 2013 received the World Heritage classification in the historic area of the University, Alta and Sofia. It is located 100 meters from the University Hospital of Coimbra and only 15 minutes walking from the famous University, dated from 1292. Alternatively, a 2 minute walk from the hotel you can take the bus which will take only 5 minutes to get to the Arcos do Jardim located aside the Botanical Garden from the University. Near the hotel, are located other important entities related to Health and Education, as the Children's Hospital, the Portuguese Institute of Oncology, the Polo 3 of the University of Coimbra dedicated to Health Sciences, the School of Nursing and other private units that provide health care services, such as clinics and laboratories. In the surrounding there are all kinds of shops, stores, cafes, restaurants, pharmacy, etc. Opposite the hotel is located in the Celas Monastery founded in the thirteenth century.Only a 10 minute walk is the important Santo António dos Olivais Church founded in 1217 and, in the opposite direction but also just 10 minutes, the convent of Barefooted Carmelites and Sister Lucia Memorial.Oporto airport is about 1 hour and Lisbon airport is approximately 2 hours away. The railway station is at about 5 minutes by taxi.

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Amenities / Features

Lisbon airport - 200 Km / Oporto airport - 110 Km

Local Shuttle Info: Yes. For more information and reservation please contact front desk

American Buffet Breakfast. When not included in the room rate the cost is 12 Eur per person. Served between 07.00 AM and 10.30 AM

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Small pets allowed upon special request, availability and hotel confirmation. Daily charge 25 Eur, Presentation at check in of pet's veterinary registration required

Garage with direct access to the hotel. 7,50 Eur /day. Public outside parking free during the night

Free Wifi access in all hotel areas