We stayed at Casa pombal in Coimbra mid Sept 07, the view was amazing. The rooms were quiet, clean and comfortable. The bathroom was clean, tidy and had some lovely extras that really feel like a treat for travellers, body lotion and hairdryer. Breakfast was varied and healthy and we recieved informative, helpful and very friendly information from the lady who runs this hotel. Coimbra is a lovely town which definitely deserves a couple of nights stay and I would highly recommend staying at Casa Pombal, it was the best accomodation we had while travelling through Portugal.

The Casa Pombal is a bit frayed around the edges, but retains some charm. The owners are friendly and extremely helpful, and the breakfast was varied and generous, continental-style, in a little room decorated with lovely blue tiles overlooking the small garden area.

Our room was reasonably comfortable, with ensuite, though perhaps in need of a little TLC in the near future. TV in room with local Portuguese channels only. (The shower had a rubber mat to cover the slightly damaged floor. Unfortunately, the mat covered the drain and left me up to my ankles in water. I finally figured out that I could flip part of the mat to expose the drain better.)

I did get a glimpse of one of the shared baths, which looked quite nice with tub, so I wouldn't worry if you don't have an en suite room.

Again, I'd like to say that the owners are more than pleasant and extremely willing to help you find your way around, recommend places to eat and to hear the Coimbra-style fado. A good host can make all the difference in these things, no?

This is a good, cozy budget choice near the University, for students and those looking to spend their pennies on other things than "luxury." And Coimbra itself is well worth the visit, in our opinion.

Somewhat basic, clean, comfortable accommodation. Excellent breakfast and friendly helpful Dutch proprietor. Well located next to university, high above the city centre, which is accessible by steep alleys and lanes. Close to the “Elevador do Mercado”, eliminating a hard slog to get back up the hill. Good value. Multiple narrow stairways to rooms. Had a fabulous view of the city from our…bathroom! Not so our bedroom, which was a bit pokey. Parking a little awkward, but not unfeasible.

There is no place I would recommend more strongly. Extremely clean, located in the most atmospheric of locations on a hill overlooking Coimbra, staff is very personable and helpful. Do everything you can to stay here!