Dein Aufenthalt — Casa Amazon
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Das Eigentum — Casa Amazon
Casa Amazon is a modest three-star guesthouse on a quiet residential street a 10-minute walk downhill from Coimbra’s historic core. The lobby has a worn but clean feel—dark wood reception desk, a few potted plants, and a small sitting area with outdated tourist brochures. It’s fine for budget-conscious travellers who just need a base for exploring the university and old town, but don’t expect charm or amenities beyond a basic breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
Chroniken von Coimbra
Coimbra was founded as a Roman settlement called Aeminium, then conquered by the Moors and retaken in 1064. It became Portugal’s capital until 1255, but its lasting identity was forged in 1290 with the founding of one of Europe’s oldest universities, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city’s architecture layers Romanesque cathedral, Baroque library, and Manueline monastery over a steep hillside above the Mondego River. Today, Coimbra is a lively student town with a famously melancholic fado tradition—the ‘fado de Coimbra’—serenaded by male students in black capes.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Coimbra-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September: warm, mostly sunny days (22-26°C), few tourists, and the university year is wrapping up or just beginning, so the town feels alive but not packed.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak tourist season, plus Coimbra’s big event—the Queima das Fitas (burning of the ribbons) student festival, usually late May/early June—spills into early July with street parties. Hotel prices double, and Casa Amazon likely sells out weeks ahead.
Budget Schulter Saison
October and April offer mild weather (15-20°C), lower rates, and fewer crowds. October still has good light for sightseeing, and April brings spring blossoms along the riverfront.
Wetter & Verpackung
Coimbra in July is hot and dry, but nights can cool off quickly thanks to the river breeze. Pack light layers: a T-shirt and shorts for day, plus a thin jacket or cardigan for evening terrace dinners.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Coimbra
- Linha da Beira Alta railway is partly closed for maintenance until July 2026, so check train services from Lisbon/Porto—buses replace some connections.
- Coimbra’s main shopping street, Rua Ferreira Borges, has a new pedestrian plaza finished in early 2026, with outdoor seating and a small night market on Fridays.
- The University’s Joanina Library still requires advance online booking (limited slots) and banned photography inside since a 2024 conservation rule.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Amazon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard. These are quieter, with less street noise, and the higher floor reduces foot traffic and lift clatter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street. They pick up traffic noise from Coimbra’s narrow, busy roads and can also catch ground-level restaurant hum.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 3-4 give a view over the tiled roofs towards the university or the Mondego valley, depending on orientation. Worth requesting if you want the skyline.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest here, given a typical lift-cleared layout and set-back from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Coimbra’s old centre has cobbled streets and student nightlife, so expect some street buzz even on quieter floors, especially on weekend nights.
Insider tips
Check in early (around 14:00) to have a better pick of courtyard-view rooms. If driving, ask reception about the nearby public garage a 3-minute walk away—street parking is tight and often metered.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Casa Amazon
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speeds average 25 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up. Login via room number and surname—no time limit.
One small lift serves all three floors (guest rooms 1–3). No stairs-only sections.
A few complimentary print newspapers (Público, Jornal de Notícias) at the breakfast area. No digital newsstand. The building is a converted 1950s townhouse with original tile work in the lobby.
Standard check-in 15:00–23:00. Early bag drop allowed from 08:00 if room not ready, no charge. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €25 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage behind the front desk; open 08:00–22:00. No 24h access.
No step-free entrance: one small step at the main door (10 cm). No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Lift is narrow (72 cm door width) and might not fit larger wheelchairs.
No on-site parking. Garage Portagem (Rua da Alegria) is 400m away, €15/night (uncovered, 24h). Nearest public street parking is free 20:00–09:00, paid €1.20/h from 09:00–20:00 (blue zone). No EV charging on site or at Garage Portagem.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: Municipal Tourist Tax: €2.00 per person per night, guests 13+ only.
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment required at booking; a €50 incidental hold on a credit or debit card taken at check-in.
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist areas as they charge poor rates and fees.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) work in most places.
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service). Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso (bica) at a local café costs around €0.70-1.00.
A daily menu (prato do dia) at a tasca or café costs €7-10, including soup, main, and drink.
A main course at a budget-friendly restaurant costs €8-12.
Head to the Mercado Municipal or pastelarias for pastéis de nata and sandwiches; no dedicated street-food area but bakeries and markets are cheap eats.
Pingo Doce and Continente are the common budget supermarket chains in Coimbra.
Rua Ferreira Borges and Rua da Sofia have high-street chains (Zara, H&M) and small boutiques; no major market for clothes.
A single bus ticket is €1.85; a day pass (STCP or SMTUC) costs around €4.50. From the airport, take the Rede Expressos bus for about €7-9 or train from Porto to Coimbra-B for €12-15.
Eat the lunch menu (prato do dia) instead of dinner for big savings. Use the train or Flixbus between cities rather than taxis. Avoid taxis from the train station; walk or take the local bus uphill.
Gut zu wissen — Coimbra
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Emergency Contacts
Coimbra112 is the single European emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire. For non-urgent police matters, call the local PSP station on +351 239 857 600. English-speaking operators are usually available. Keep your accommodation address handy.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Coimbra, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Amazon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Portagem (Lower City) → Alta (Residencial Botânico)
💡 Not a tram — it's an articulated electric bus that climbs the steep hill from the Mondego riverfront up to Rua Larga. Get off at 'Praça da República' stop. The hotel is 2 mins walk east. Buy a rechargeable 'Andante' card at any kiosk, avoids loose change.
Coimbra-B Station → Coimbra Parque (Estação Nova)
💡 Only use this for local transfers if you're light on bags — the link is a shuttle train (Linha da Lousã) that connects the main station to the lower city. Residencial Botânico is a 5-min walk north from Estação Nova.
Lisbon Airport (LIS) → Coimbra Bus Terminal
💡 Buy tickets online at Rede Expressos for €12. The bus drops you at Terminal Rodoviário, then it's a 10-min walk uphill to the hotel — skip that if you have bags, take a short taxi (€5).
Porto Airport (OPO) → Residencial Botânico
💡 Fix the price before getting in at the rank — drivers at OPO often quote €120 if they see luggage. Pre-book via Taxi Coimbra for a solid €85 flat rate.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Casa Amazon?
Ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard. These are quieter, with less street noise, and the higher floor reduces foot traffic and lift clatter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Amazon?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street. They pick up traffic noise from Coimbra’s narrow, busy roads and can also catch ground-level restaurant hum.
Is Casa Amazon noisy?
Coimbra’s old centre has cobbled streets and student nightlife, so expect some street buzz even on quieter floors, especially on weekend nights.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Amazon?
Front-facing rooms on floors 3-4 give a view over the tiled roofs towards the university or the Mondego valley, depending on orientation. Worth requesting if you want the skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Amazon?
Check in early (around 14:00) to have a better pick of courtyard-view rooms. If driving, ask reception about the nearby public garage a 3-minute walk away—street parking is tight and often metered.
What time is check-in at Casa Amazon?
Check-in at Casa Amazon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Amazon have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speeds average 25 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up. Login via room number and surname—no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Amazon?
Municipal Tourist Tax: €2.00 per person per night, guests 13+ only.
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Amazon?
A daily menu (prato do dia) at a tasca or café costs €7-10, including soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Amazon?
A single bus ticket is €1.85; a day pass (STCP or SMTUC) costs around €4.50. From the airport, take the Rede Expressos bus for about €7-9 or train from Porto to Coimbra-B for €12-15.
When is the best time to visit Coimbra?
May and September: warm, mostly sunny days (22-26°C), few tourists, and the university year is wrapping up or just beginning, so the town feels alive but not packed.
Top-Attraktionen in Coimbra
💡 Skip the paid ticket for the Joanina Library if you're on a budget. The São Miguel Chapel often has short free entry slots during services.
💡 Stand at the side entrance to hear the choir practising during evening mass (weekdays around 17:30). Best for atmosphere without paying.
💡 Enter from the lower gate near Rua do Arco da Traição to avoid the steep main steps. The bamboo grove at the top is the coolest spot on hot days.
💡 Combine with a walk along the riverside from the Ponte de Santa Clara. Bring water – the uphill path is steep.
💡 Arrive just before 10am on Sunday to avoid the queue. The crypt with the Roman forum remains is the standout – spend time there first.