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Pharmacia Guest House

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel connected to a shopping centre in Coimbra with a rooftop terrace

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Comfort Double or Twin Room
Comfort Double or Twin Room
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Rua Ferreira Borges, 135 a 139, Coimbra, 3000-180
  • Biblioteca Joanina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Coimbra University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Coimbra

Pharmacia Guest House puts you in the heart of Coimbra, connected to a shopping centre and within steps of Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado and Almedina Tower. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find express check-in, express check-out and luggage storage. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Coimbra City Centre hotel include Núcleo da Cidade Muralhada/Torre de Almedina and Fado ao Centro.

What's nearby

  • Old Cathedral of Coimbra - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Biblioteca Joanina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coimbra University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Coimbra Station - 6 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pastelaria Briosa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪DOPPO Gelataria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Restaurante Nicola de Coimbra - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪a Brasileira - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante e Pizzaria Il Tartufo Coimbra - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pharmacia Guest House

Beaux Arts hotel connected to a shopping centre in Coimbra with a rooftop terrace
As a guest of Pharmacia Guest House, you'll find a rooftop terrace, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pharmacia Guest House also features an ATM and a lift.

This Beaux Arts Coimbra hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Pharmacia Guest House offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. This Coimbra hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Ropes course
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the riverwalk
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Destination fee: EUR1 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 116230/AL

Property is also known as

Pharmacia Guest House Hotel
Pharmacia Guest House Coimbra
Pharmacia Guest House Hotel Coimbra

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pharmacia Guest House?

Pharmacia Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pharmacia Guest House?

No, Pharmacia Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pharmacia Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pharmacia Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Pharmacia Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is on a lively and vibrant pedestrianised street, minutes from shops, bars, cafes and restaurants. Open the balcony doors and you are in the midst of Coimbra However, shut the double-glazed doors and “presto”, all is quiet and restful. It is the best of both worlds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Everything is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Wonderful Stay in Coimbra

The room was very comfortable and clean. The location was great. João was there to greet us at check in and was very helpful throughout our stay. He's a tremendous asset to the hotel. We briefly met the owner when he came one afternoon and we wish him well in his endeavour. I'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check in and out and his service and attitude was extremely great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
It’s super cute and interesting, but basic stay that serves its purpose. The breakfast area was dirty and missing items. The internet was super intermittent and frustrating But we really liked the theme of the whole place. The beds were nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historical and Comfortable

The Pharmacia is an excellent hotel in a nice location to tour Coimbra. All instructions were helpful as I arrived later in the evening. My room was much bigger than I expected and was very comfortable. Juan was very god at helping me with questions and he walked me to the Coimbra B train station bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owais

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy, Minnetonka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The location is unbeatable—right in the heart of everything, making it incredibly convenient for exploring. The property itself is charming, with the unique character and ambiance of a vintage pharmacy that adds so much personality to the experience. Added benefits were an elevator, a rooftop with incredible views, and nice hot shower. Juan at the front desk was exceptional—so helpful, friendly, and full of fantastic dinner recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente. Habitaciones muy cómodas, recepción muy linda, excelente servicio, en el centro de la ciudad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yuji

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gladys, Albany

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellently located property, So perfect for a visit to the Coimbra University which is just up the very steep street. We loved this historical hotel. All check in is done virtually so please, read the instructions they send you before arrival all the information is there and it is simple and accurate. They give you a code both for the front door and for your room. The room looked onto the beatiful main street, and walking around town was very easy. climbing to the University can be challenging but so worth it and the center of town is just steps from the hotel. Take advantage of the one-hour city tour 'train' that starts on the center square of the University.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay , hotel is well positioned and charming
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elaine

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Upon our arrival, our experience was completely unacceptable. We waited hours to get into our room only to discover a wet floor dripping from the ceiling over the toilet (surely they knew but gave us the room anyhow). We alerted staff and then waited a long time to find out we could not be accommodated with a functional clean room. We were told they'd take care of us however, to no avail. We were told a hotel 800 meters away could not accommodate us but decided to call directly and they took our reservation. We felt we were lied to. We booked Pharmacy Guest House due to its 9.6 "Exceptional" review. The toxic odor in the common area toilet mode us nauseous, the amenities sparse and based on the rating program, perhaps Expedia needs to be reevaluated. All in all, it was a terrible experience and because of such, we were late for pre-purchased tickets to an area attraction we had expressly come to Coimbra to visit. We left the property and made other arrangements on the fly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Danny F

Disliked: Cleanliness
There was mold along the bottom edge of the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little guest house in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent property. Centrally located. Clean and comfortable. Only negative is we couldn't figure out how to work the A/C remote and the staff didn't know either. But I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and interesting property history. The room was clean with the exception of the main rug being stained. The toilet seat was askew and flimsy. The bedside lamp was unstable and inexpensive. So much is going for this property. With a little upgrade on room interiors and details we would rate it 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautifully restored building. Modern rooms with terrific amenities nestled in an elegantly restored apothecary on one of the main pedestrian streets in Coimbra. Would return to this place again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024