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Casas do Arco

Largo do Arco de Almedina, nº 17, 3004-509 Coimbra, Portugal – Excellent location - show map – Railway access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>359</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs at Casas do Arco in Coimbra
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Casas do Arco

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
359 reviews
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Offering 3 elegant apartments, Casas do Arco are located in the historical centre of Coimbra just a 6-minute walk from the Coimbra University Campus and 400 metres from Coimbra-B Train Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the apartments. Carefully decorated, each apartment includes a comfortable living room with a double sofa beds and a flat-screen TV. Apartments have 1 or 2 bedrooms and private bathrooms with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests staying at Casas do Arco are welcome to prepare their meals since each accommodation comes with a fully equipped kitchen. In addition and due to the apartments’ central position, guests have plenty of restaurants to choose from which serve traditional Portuguese dishes. Coimbra Football Stadium is 3 km away and Portugal dos Pequenitos, featuring small versions of Portuguese landmarks, is a 12-minute walk away, across the Mondego River. Lisbon International Airport is 198 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Heating

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Coimbra
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Monika
    Hungary Hungary
    “We loved the location,it was very close to everything. The place was very tidy and the owner was also very helpful and friendly.”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was excellent, there was a good welcome pack on arrival, the apartment was very homely and spacious and there were plenty of places to sit comfortably. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything you would need for a short stay.”
  • Margaret
    Australia Australia
    “We loved the property. Clean with everything you needed. All amenities were thought of plus a bottle of wine and snacks to welcome you. The location was excellent right in the centre of everything. A very unique experience. We loved the music...”
  • Dmitrijs
    Latvia Latvia
    “Central location - Aircon in every room. - Lovely french balcony - Complimentary bottle of green wine in the fridge. - Very cosy apartment, two showers, enough space for your belongings, sufficient dishes and cutlery for 4 persons, washing machine...”
  • Helen
    Italy Italy
    “Location, view, decor appropriate to age and style of apartment in old town. Very good bathrooms. Fast wifi.”
  • Catherine
    Australia Australia
    “The perfect location, spacious, clean and bright! The property was even better than the photos, we would definitely return!! Loved the music from the resturant below!”
  • Kirsten
    South Africa South Africa
    “This apartment was really homely and had everything you could possibly need. It was spacious, comfortable, central and very close to the university and other attractions in Coimbra.”
  • Alexandra
    Portugal Portugal
    “Location was amazing. Very central. Hosts were also super nice and easy to communicate with.”
  • Victor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location is amazing. Gifts at arrival. Well equipped. We loved it.”
  • Joanne
    Australia Australia
    “Gorgeous and comfortable apartment in the old town. It had everything we needed and was super cosy. We were left a bottle of wine and snacks by the host. Communication was excellent.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Atlantic Days

Company review score: 9.5Based on 422 reviews from 3 properties
3 managed properties

Company information

Atlantic Days is a family company with a passion for the art of hosting!

Property information

Casas do Arco are located in the heart of the historic center of Coimbra, recently classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The building houses 3 modern apartments (one per floor), with all the amenities to make you feel at home. Located in one of the most emblematic locations in Coimbra, the apartments were designed to offer guests total privacy and autonomy. Blend in with the local spirit and stroll through the center's narrow streets. Find typical restaurants nestled in small alleys and discover why the Portuguese are considered some of the friendliest people on the planet. From the balcony windows, breathe in centuries of history and tradition and marvel at the beautiful view of Arco de Almedina, the last access to the ancient walled city that has stood the test of time. Local accommodation registered with Turismo de Portugal under nº 22338/AL. Exclusive access via stairs. Not recommended for people with reduced mobility.

Neighbourhood information

Casas do Arco are located in the heart of Coimbra’s historical center, recently classified by UNESCO as World Heritage. The building houses 3 modern apartments (one by floor), with all the facilities to make you feel at home. Located in one of the most iconic places in Coimbra,the apartments were thought to offer guests total privacy and autonomy. Blend in with the local spirit and stroll around the narrow streets uptown and downtown streets. Find the typical restaurants nested in small alleys and find out just why the portuguese are considered one of the friendliest people on the planet. From the balcony windows breed centuries of history and tradition and marvel yourself with the beautiful view over the Arch of Almedina, the last remaining medieval gate into old town. Nested on the border between the lower and upper town, Casas do Arco allow you to enjoy Coimbra’s top attractions on foot. Downtown offers a wide variety of trade and services, ranging from the most traditional to the most modern stores.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Casas do Arco
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

House rules
Casas do Arco takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 22337/AL,22338/AL,22339/AL

FAQs about Casas do Arco

  • Casas do Arco offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Yes, Casas do Arco is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Casas do Arco is 250 yards from the centre of Coimbra. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Casas do Arco (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 3 guests
      • 5 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Casas do Arco is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Casas do Arco may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Casas do Arco (subject to availability). These have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Casas do Arco on this page.