Hotel Astoria stands on Avenida Emídio Navarro, the tree-lined boulevard that runs between the railway station and the river, and it is one of the most convenient hotels in the city for visitors who plan to walk. It has 62 rooms, a bar, a breakfast room and a business and meeting area, and it is classed as a three on the booking partner's scale. Rooms are described as standard doubles, twins and singles with air conditioning, in-room safes, desks and sound-insulated walls, and the bathrooms have rainfall showers. The hotel has an elevator, a twenty-four-hour front desk and multilingual staff, and bicycles can be rented through the property.
The strength of the Astoria is its location. The Coimbra railway station is about three minutes away on foot, which matters if you arrive with luggage or plan day trips by train. The property page gives walking times of about five minutes to Santa Cruz, about seven to the Old Cathedral, about eight to the Joanina Library and about ten to the Portugal dos Pequenitos park and the university.
In practice, the university hill is a steep climb, so allow extra time and comfortable shoes, but you can reach all the main sights without a car.
Be clear about what it is not. The hotel does not have a pool or spa and does not offer parking, so drivers need to use public car parks nearby. Breakfast is a buffet that carries a surcharge, so you may prefer to eat in a pastry shop in the Baixa, which is also part of the Coimbra experience. Pets are not allowed. Free WiFi is available in public areas, which suits travellers who only need to check messages, and air conditioning helps in the heat of summer.
Who is it for? Independent travellers, couples and small groups who value location and a simple, comfortable room over resort-style facilities. It is also a good base for travellers using trains to reach Aveiro, Porto or Lisbon, and for those who plan to spend most of the day out. Ask for a room away from the avenue if you are a light sleeper, and check whether a city-view room is available. Check-in is generally from mid-afternoon and check-out around noon, so ask about luggage storage if you arrive early or leave late.
Why stay here
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Breakfast buffet (extra charge)
- ✓Bar
- ✓Room service
- ✓Free WiFi in public areas
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Elevator
- ✓Bike rental
Good questions
How far is the Astoria from the railway station?+
About three minutes on foot, which makes it easy for arrivals and day trips by train.
Does the hotel have parking?+
No. The property does not offer parking, so drivers should use public car parks nearby.
Is breakfast included?+
A buffet breakfast is available at an extra charge. Confirm what your rate includes when you book.