Pharmacia Guesthouse - Coimbra
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Boutique guesthouse in Coimbra's historic center, housed in a restored 1870s pharmacy
A Restored Pharmacy as Your Lobby
Pharmacia Guesthouse occupies a restored 1870s pharmacy on Coimbra's main pedestrian street, Rua Ferreira Borges. The lobby retains original wooden cabinets, glass jars, and relics from the Nazareth Pharmacy. This preserved setting serves as a lounge and meeting point for guests.
8 Themed Rooms with Medicinal Plant Inspirations
The guesthouse offers only 8 rooms, each named after a medicinal plant and decorated accordingly. Selected rooms include balconies overlooking the pedestrian street or river views. Soundproof shutters on street-facing rooms reduce noise from the lively avenue below.
Central Location Near University and Train Station
The property sits 1300 ft from Coimbra-A Train Station and within a 10-minute walk of the University of Coimbra. Portugal dos Pequenitos and Santa Clara a Velha Monastery are less than 0.6 mile away. The pedestrian street provides direct access to shops, cafes, and historic sites without vehicle traffic.
Rooftop Terrace, Elevator, and Luggage Storage
A rooftop leisure space on the 5th floor provides panoramic views of Coimbra's cityscape. A passenger elevator serves all floors, and luggage storage services are available for guests arriving early or departing late. The guesthouse also offers a small kitchenette with complimentary coffee, tea, and fruit.
On-Site Event Space and Nearby Outdoor Activities
The property includes a dedicated space for events and cultural gatherings. Guests can arrange hiking, fishing, pub crawls, and walking tours in the surrounding area. Water sport facilities are available on site for additional recreation.
- Concept: Restored 1870s pharmacy with original fixtures
- Rooms: 8 rooms themed after medicinal plants
- Location: On pedestrian Rua Ferreira Borges, 1300 ft from train station
- Rooftop: 5th-floor terrace with panoramic city views
- Amenities: Elevator, luggage storage, event space
- Activities: Hiking, fishing, pub crawls, walking tours nearby
License number: 116230/AL
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Single beds
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City view
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Express check-in/ -out
VIP check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
Room view
- City view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Pharmacia Guesthouse
| 💵 Lowest room price | 78 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 62.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Aerodromo Municipal Goncalves Lobato, VSE |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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