BE Coimbra Hostels
At a glance: 1-star · 90 rooms
Near: Old Cathedral of Coimbra · 3 min walk
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You can eat right at the hostel: it has a restaurant, a snack bar/deli, and three bars/lounges. For a sit-down meal nearby, Solar do Bacalhau, known for Mediterranean dishes, is about a 5-minute drive away. The surrounding city center has supermarkets, shops, and cafes within easy walking distance, so you can also pick up supplies or a quick bite. The hostel's shared kitchen is another option if you prefer to prepare your own food.
You are right in the heart of Coimbra's historic center, on Praça do Comércio. The Barbican Gate is a 1-minute walk, and the Old Cathedral and Monastery of the Holy Cross are each 3 minutes away. The New Cathedral is 5 minutes, and the Science Museum and Parque da Cidade Manuel Braga are 6 minutes. The Aqueduto de São Sebastião is 10 minutes, and the Jardim Botânico is 11 minutes. The area is full of shops, cafes, and public transport, and the Coimbra-A train station is a 3-minute walk. The hostel has a restaurant, snack bar, and three bars for meals and drinks.
From Coimbra-A Train Station, it is a 3-minute walk to the hostel. The station is about 300 meters away, so you can simply walk straight to Praça do Comércio 27. If you are arriving by air, the nearest major airport is Porto Airport, about 132 km away. From there, you can take a train to Coimbra-A station or use a pre-booked transfer. The hostel also offers a train station pick-up service for added convenience.
In the evening, you can enjoy a drink at one of the hostel's three bars or grab a bite at its snack bar. For a short stroll, the Barbican Gate is a minute away, and the Old Cathedral and Monastery of the Holy Cross are each a 3-minute walk, all nicely lit after dark. The Science Museum and Parque da Cidade Manuel Braga are a 6-minute walk, offering a pleasant evening wander. Fado ao Centro, a spot for traditional music, is about a 5-minute walk from the hostel. You can also walk to the University of Coimbra area in about 10 minutes for more evening atmosphere.
Yes, BE Coimbra Hostels is an excellent base for exploring Coimbra. You can walk to the Barbican Gate in 1 minute, the Old Cathedral in 3 minutes, and the Monastery of the Holy Cross in 3 minutes. The New Cathedral is a 5-minute walk, and the Science Museum and Parque da Cidade Manuel Braga are each 6 minutes away. The Aqueduto de São Sebastião is 10 minutes on foot, and the Jardim Botânico is 11 minutes. For sights further out, like Conimbriga or the Bussaco forest, you can join a tour or take public transport from the nearby Coimbra-A Train Station, just a 3-minute walk away.
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