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La proprietà — Hostel 2300 Thomar
Hostel 2300 Thomar is a clean, no-frills 3-star place a 10-minute walk uphill from Tomar's historic centre. The lobby feels like a practical pit-stop: laminate floors, a reception desk with a computer terminal, and chairs for guests waiting for the bus. It suits budget travellers and backpackers who need a cheap base with private rooms (not dorms) and don't mind basic furnishings. The USP is price and proximity to the Convent of Christ—it's the cheapest private room option within walking distance of the UNESCO site.
Cronache di Tomar
Tomar was founded in the 12th century by Gualdim Pais, Grand Master of the Knights Templar, who built the castle and Convent of Christ on a hill above the Nabão river. The Templars made it their Portuguese headquarters, and after their dissolution, the Order of Christ (successor order) continued building, adding the famous Manueline window in the church's west end. The town grew as a trading post and later as a railway junction, but its centre retains a quiet, provincial feel with narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and a main square (Praça da República) shaded by plane trees. Today, Tomar lives off tourism (mostly day-trippers from Lisbon and Coimbra), and the annual Festa dos Tabuleiros in July brings the city to a standstill.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Tomar →I migliori mesi
May to June and September—warm but not scorching (mid-20s °C), clear skies, and fewer crowds than July–August. Ideal for walking the cobbled streets and exploring the Convent without queuing in heat.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the peak month, largely due to the Festa dos Tabuleiros (every four years; next in 2027). Even in non-festival years, July sees heavy tourist traffic. Hotel prices can double or triple during festival periods; for a normal July night, expect 50–80€ for a private room at Hostel 2300 Thomar.
Stagione di spalla
October and late April offer the best value: temperatures 15–22°C, fewer tourists, and room rates drop 30–40% below July highs. You'll find sunshine but should carry a light jacket for cooler evenings.
Meteo e imballaggio
Tomar's climate is Mediterranean with a continental tweak—summer afternoons can hit 35°C, but nights cool sharply. Pack a warm layer for evenings (a fleece or light sweater) even in July, and always bring a rain-proof shell because afternoon thundershowers can appear unannounced in the hills of central Portugal.
Briefing della città — Tomar
- The Convent of Christ is undergoing phased restoration of its Charola (Templar rotunda) until late 2026; some sections may be closed or scaffolded. Check the official website before visiting for access updates.
- Tomar's main bus station (Terminal Rodoviário da Nabância) is being renovated; temporary stops are located at Praça da República and near the railway station. Check Rede Expressos for real-time stop changes.
- A new riverside pathway along the Nabão, connecting the São João Baptista church to the Pegões Aqueduct, opened in spring 2026—a pleasant shortcut between the castle hill and the lower town.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostel 2300 Thomar, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor, rear-facing (away from Rua Serpa Pinto), as these floors are high enough to avoid street bustle but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (too close to street noise and foot traffic) and any room overlooking the front on Rua Serpa Pinto—this is a narrow medieval street with cafes and delivery vans, loud from early morning until late evening.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the town's tiled rooftops and possibly a glimpse of the Nabão River—more pleasant than the front's narrow street and parked cars.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest—above street-level ruckus but below roof-level noise (heavy rain on thin tiles in older buildings like Tomar's historic centre).
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Serpa Pinto is a one-way street in Tomar's old quarter, used by locals and delivery trucks early morning (7-9am) and again in late afternoon (5-7pm). The hotel's bar/breakfast area is on the ground floor—this adds chatter and clatter at breakfast (8-10am). No lift to upper floors means you'll hear footsteps on stairs.
Insider tips
If you drive, park at the free car park by the stadium (Estádio Municipal) on the edge of town—20 mins walk, but no parking on Rua Serpa Pinto. Check in by 4pm to avoid the street's afternoon delivery noise; ask for a room key to the side door for late returns.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Hostel 2300 Thomar
Free Wi-Fi throughout, decent speed for browsing and email (roughly 20 Mbps download). Login via room number and surname.
No lift. All rooms reachable only by stairs over three floors.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a converted early-20th-century townhouse with original tilework in the stairwell.
Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €15, subject to availability.
Free storage in a locked room before check-in and after check-out.
No step-free access. Front entrance has a small step, and the building has no lift. Not wheelchair-friendly.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Largo do Pelourinho (5 min walk), €10 per 24 hours. No EV charging on-site.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €20 incidental hold on a credit/debit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Synagogue: Sinagoga de Tomar (206 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de São João Baptista (220 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça (365 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica Baptista de Tomar (458 m · ~6 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Galerias Pardelhas — 261 m · ~3 min walk
Parque do Mouchão — 229 m · ~3 min walk
Casa - Museu Lopes-Graça — 100 m · ~1 min walk
Cine-Teatro — 368 m · ~5 min walk
Skatepark — 801 m · ~10 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 114 m · ~1 min walk
Farmácia Torres Pinheiro — 30 m · ~1 min walk
Mercearia - "Ti Anica" — 247 m · ~3 min walk
Rodoviária do Tejo — 779 m · ~10 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside bank branches for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux — they often charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants and hotels; contactless common; some smaller cafes and market stalls are cash only.
Not expected but appreciated; round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% if service good), leave small change for taxis, and tip hotel staff €1-2 per bag.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A bica (espresso) at a local café costs about €0.60-0.80; a galão (milky coffee) is roughly €1.20.
A prato do dia (daily special) at a tasca or pastelaria — soup, main, drink, and dessert — runs €7-10.
A main course at a standard Portuguese restaurant (grilled fish or meat with sides) is typically €8-12.
Pastéis de nata or a sandwich from a padaria (bakery) or snack-bar for under €3; Tomar has a small municipal market with quick eats.
Pingo Doce and Continente are the main budget supermarkets; both have a good range of own-brand staples.
Primark and C&A in the nearby shopping centres (like Shopping Tomar) or the Rua Serpa Pinto area itself has a few affordable high-street chains.
Walking is easiest in central Tomar; local buses cost about €1.20 per ride — a day pass isn't sold, so pay per trip. From Lisbon airport, the budget way is the Rede Expressos coach to Tomar (around €12-15 one way).
Eat the prato do dia at lunch rather than dinner for the best value. Fill a reusable water bottle from public fountains (tap water is safe). Buy snacks and water at supermarkets, not tourist-focused corner shops.
Buono da sapere — Tomar
Type C/F · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tomar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostel 2300 Thomar
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 114 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Torres Pinheiro — 30 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Find train tickets →Tomar Bus Station → Residencia Santa Marta (Rua Santa Marta stop)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver – exact change only. Get off at 'Rua Santa Marta' stop, right outside the aparthotel. After 7pm, use the local taxi (€5–€6) from the station, or walk 15 minutes.
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) → Residencia Santa Marta, Tomar
💡 Fix the price before you get in. Tomar is outside the metro area, so expect a flat rate. Book with Taxi Tomar for a reliable local driver.
Lisbon Santa Apolónia Station → Tomar Train Station
💡 Sit on the left side for river views past Entroncamento. The station is a 15-minute walk up to Residencia Santa Marta – it’s uphill, so take a local taxi (€4) if you have luggage. No direct trains from the airport.
Lisbon Sete Rios Bus Station → Tomar Bus Station
💡 Buy online in advance for a reserved seat. The bus drops you at the station on Avenida D. Nuno Álvares Pereira, a 10-minute walk or €5 taxi from the aparthotel. Get off at the 'Tomar' stop, not 'Tomar (Zona Industrial)'.
Informazioni su Tomar
Wikipedia ↗
Tomar (Portuguese pronunciation: [tuˈmaɾ] ), also known in English as Thomar (the ancient name of Tomar), is a Portuguese city and a municipality in the historical Ribatejo Portuguese province, and in Santarém district. The town proper has a population of about 20,000. The municipality population in...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Hostel 2300 Thomar?
Request a room on the second or third floor, rear-facing (away from Rua Serpa Pinto), as these floors are high enough to avoid street bustle but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel 2300 Thomar?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (too close to street noise and foot traffic) and any room overlooking the front on Rua Serpa Pinto—this is a narrow medieval street with cafes and delivery vans, loud from early morning until late evening.
Is Hostel 2300 Thomar noisy?
Rua Serpa Pinto is a one-way street in Tomar's old quarter, used by locals and delivery trucks early morning (7-9am) and again in late afternoon (5-7pm). The hotel's bar/breakfast area is on the ground floor—this adds chatter and clatter at breakfast (8-10am). No lift to upper floors means you'll hear footsteps on stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostel 2300 Thomar?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the town's tiled rooftops and possibly a glimpse of the Nabão River—more pleasant than the front's narrow street and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostel 2300 Thomar?
If you drive, park at the free car park by the stadium (Estádio Municipal) on the edge of town—20 mins walk, but no parking on Rua Serpa Pinto. Check in by 4pm to avoid the street's afternoon delivery noise; ask for a room key to the side door for late returns.
What time is check-in at Hostel 2300 Thomar?
Check-in at Hostel 2300 Thomar is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostel 2300 Thomar have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, decent speed for browsing and email (roughly 20 Mbps download). Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel 2300 Thomar?
€2 per person per night, paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel 2300 Thomar?
A prato do dia (daily special) at a tasca or pastelaria — soup, main, drink, and dessert — runs €7-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel 2300 Thomar?
Walking is easiest in central Tomar; local buses cost about €1.20 per ride — a day pass isn't sold, so pay per trip. From Lisbon airport, the budget way is the Rede Expressos coach to Tomar (around €12-15 one way).
When is the best time to visit Tomar?
May to June and September—warm but not scorching (mid-20s °C), clear skies, and fewer crowds than July–August. Ideal for walking the cobbled streets and exploring the Convent without queuing in heat.
Principali attrazioni a Tomar
💡 It's right next to the main square. Takes less than 20 minutes—perfect as a short stop between sights. Ask the owner about the rarest matchbox in the collection.
💡 Bring a blanket and snacks. The park is popular with locals on weekends, especially for family picnics and kids playing football.
💡 It's quiet and often empty. Sit inside for a few minutes to appreciate the acoustic echo. The church is part of the Templar route—you can get a free map from the tourist office.
💡 Drive or cycle to the north side for the best views. Walk the first 500 metres of the top—it's safe and gives you a great perspective of the town below.
💡 Go early to avoid tour groups. The Sunday free hours (10am-2pm) are for local residents only, but tickets cost just €6 otherwise.