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Hotel Astoria Coimbra
Av.Emidio Navarro 21
Coimbra, PT 3000-150
Property Description
The "heart" of Coimbra, Portugal,s famed university city On the banks of River Mondego, in the noble center of this historical city, adjacent to the elegant shoping area, historic monumentsand remarkable university, with its unique baroque library, the classic hotel Astória has been one of Coimbra´s mains architectural sybols since 1926. The Astória is tastefully furnished with antique pieces, in the classical style, providing beautifully appointed rooms with serene city or river views. The hotel is known for its comfort, traditional refined european service but also for the renowned gourmet Restaurant "´L´Amphityon", the best reataurant in the city where traditional Portuguese cuisine is served in the original architectural frame of the early 20th century; it is one of Portugal´s best gourmet dining rooms. Exclusivity of worldfamous Bussaco wines. Parking facilities. Location: The best location in Coimbra, by the river on the Av. Emídio Navarro, the riverside avenue, and adjacent to the elegant shopping area district, the remarkable university and historicc monuments. A comfortable distance from the train station and a five minute drive from the Lisbon-Porto highsway. 200 kms from Lisbon, 100 Kms from Oporto and a short distance from Figueira da Foz, Fátima, Leiria, Aveiro and Viseu. Accommodations: 60 elegant rooms and 2 suites are furnished with antique pieces, in the classical style, with serene city or river views. Bathrooms are decorated with glazed tiles and marble. air-conditioning, direct-dialtelephone, satellit TV, radio, Sound-proof double-glazed picture windows, hair drayers and 220V. Restaurant and Bar: Restaurant "L'Amphitryon", The best restaurant in the city for traditional Portuguese cuisine, served in the original architectural elegance of the early 20th century and one of Portugal's best gourmet dining rooms. Bar 21, This historical bar is the traditional meeting place for business and pleasure. Conference Facilities: Handsome banquet and conference facilities. Maximum capacity 80 persons (137 sqm). Services: Buffet breakfast, Room service, Concierge, Laundry, Safes, Parking and Tours. Rental cars, on request. Sightseeing: The University, the Library of John v, the Cathedral, the Machado de Castro National Museum, the Academy Museums, the Old and the New Santa Clara Monasteries, the Church of Santa Clara Cruz with the tomb of the first King of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, the Botanical Garden, the "Portugal dos Pequenitos", the Roman ruins of Conimbriga, the Bussaco National Florest, Fátima, Aveiro, Viseu, Leiria. Visits to Atlantic beaches. Coimbra's Fado.
Reservation Information
Check In:
2:00 PM
Check Out:
12:00 Noon
Number of Floors:
4
Number of Rooms:
62
Number of Suites:
0
Location
In the Noble Historical and commercial center facing the river.
Directions
From Oporto International AirportTake the direction Porto and get out to the A1 Highway (direction Lisbon/South-Sul). Then, get out at exit "Coimbra Sul", drive direction Coimbra and follow the signs to "Ponte de Sta. Clara", "Portugal dos Pequenitos". Cross the bridge/Ponte de Sta Clara and at the end of the bridge turn on your left, being the hotel the first building on your right. From Lisbon Intl. Airport: take the A1 Highway (direction Porto/North-Norte). Them, get out at exit "Coimbra Sul", drive direction Coimbra and follow the signs to "Ponte de Sta Clara", "Portugal dos Pequenitos". Cross the bridge/Ponte de Sta Clara and at the end of the bridge turn on your left, being the hotel the first building on your right.
Room Information
Classic Room60 elegant rooms are furnished with antique pieces, in the classical style, with serene city or river views. Bathrooms are decorated with Portuguese glazed and marble. Air-conditional, Direct-dial telephone, Satellite TV, Radio, Hair dryers and 220v. No rollaways allowed. Sleeps 2.
Junior SuiteJunior Suite style Art Deco a large room beautiful city view. Bathrooms are decorated with Portuguese glazed and marble. Air-conditional, Direct-dial telephone, Satellite TV, Radio, Hair dryers and 220v. No rollaways allowed. Sleeps 2.
Superior RoomSuperior room style Arte Deco a large room beautiful river and city view. . Bathrooms are decorated with Portuguese glazed and marble. Air-conditional, Direct-dial telephone, Satellite TV, Radio, Hair dryers and 220v. No rollaways allowed. Sleeps 2.
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Express Checkout
Free Parking
Hairdryers Available
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Parking
Restaurant
Safe Deposit Box
Shops/Commercial Services
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
Area Attractions
On-Site Food and Beverage Facilities- The property has the following on-site food and beverage facilities: L'Amphytrion - Type: Full Service Restaurant - Cuisine: Classic International and Portuguese - Hours of Operation: 7.30 - 10 AM; 1pm - 3 pm; 8 pm - 10 pm - Dress Code: Casual
Area Attractions
Nearby Attractions* CBP-Coimbra - 0 Mi N * LIS-LISBON Airport - 112 Mi N * Coimbra - Convent Sta Cruz - 1.2 Mi N * Coimbra - University Library - 1.2 Mi N * Roman ruins of conímbriga - 8.7 Mi E * Queima das Fitas - .6 Mi N * Quinta das Lágrimas - 1.2 Mi N * Bairrada Wine Museum - 15.2 Mi S * Montemor-o-Velho Castle - 17 Mi NW * Batalha Abbey/Battle Abbey - 54 Mi S * Tomar - Templar's Castle and Convent of the Order of Christ- 49.5 Mi S * Alcobaça Abbey - Unesco World Heritage - 68.2 Mi S * Óbidos - Unesco World Heritage - 83.4 Mi S * Fátima Sanctuary - 54.6 Mi S * Nazaré - 69.5 Mi S * Viseu - 56.4 Mi NE * Lamego Cathedral - 96 Mi N * Régua - 116 Mi N * Pinhão and Douro Vineyards - Unesco World Heritage - 116 Mi N * Amarante Bridge - 111 Mi NW * Vila Real - Solar de Mateus - 132 Mi N * Belmonte - 109 Mi NE * Porto - Serralves Museum - 73.7 Mi N * Porto - Casa da Música - 73.7 Mi N * Oporto Airport - 73.7 Mi N * Guarda - 95 Mi NE * Salamanca - 195 Mi NE * Évora - Unesco World Heritage - 162 Mi SW * Sintra - Unesco World Heritage - 142 Mi S