Pharmacia GuestHouse
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From
US$91
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.
Location
A stay at Pharmacia Guest House places you in the heart of Coimbra, steps from Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado and Almedina Tower. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Edificio Chiado and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha.
What's nearby
Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado(0.1 Miles)
Almedina Tower(0.1 Miles)
Núcleo da Cidade Muralhada/Torre de Almedina(0.1 Miles)
Fado ao Centro(0.1 Miles)
Arco de Almedina(0.1 Miles)
Palácio de Sub Ripas(0.2 Miles)
Old Cathedral of Coimbra(0.2 Miles)
Santa Cruz Church(0.2 Miles)
Torre de Anto(0.2 Miles)
Jardim Botanico(0.2 Miles)
Edificio Chiado(0.2 Miles)
Museu Nacional Machado de Castro(0.3 Miles)
Jardim da Manga(0.3 Miles)
Coimbra University(0.3 Miles)
New Cathedral of Coimbra(0.3 Miles)
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
ATM/Cash machine
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Fishing
Location
Rua Ferreira Borges 135_139, Coimbra City Centre, Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu, Santa Cruz, Coimbra, Portugal
Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado (0.1 Miles)
Almedina Tower (0.1 Miles)
Núcleo da Cidade Muralhada/Torre de Almedina (0.1 Miles)
Fado ao Centro (0.1 Miles)
Arco de Almedina (0.1 Miles)
Palácio de Sub Ripas (0.2 Miles)
Room options
5
Comfort Double Or Twin Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed
Room details
1 Single Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Comfort Double Or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
178 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Pharmacia GuestHouse
9.1
Superb
Based on 138 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Pharmacia GuestHouse, travellers highlight a superb central location on a lively pedestrian street and the charm of its restored pharmacy setting, with many finding rooms comfortable and spacious with balconies, though amenities feel basic and noise can vary.
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At Pharmacia GuestHouse, travellers highlight a superb central location on a lively pedestrian street and the charm of its restored pharmacy setting, with many finding rooms comfortable and spacious with balconies, though amenities feel basic and noise can vary.
Guests often praise friendly, helpful staff and generally clear self check in instructions, though some report delayed responses or access code problems. Cleanliness is usually good, but a few reviews mention missed bathroom cleaning, shower mold, or stained rugs. Best suited to independent travellers seeking charm over full service frills.
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Facilities
Historic building with a rooftop terrace and an elevator; a small lobby kitchenette/coffee area is available. Amenities are basic, and parking can be inconvenient or costly due to the pedestrian location.
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10
Marie-Andrée
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hôtel fort joli, sur la rue la plus animée de Coimbra. Notre chambre ne donnait pas sur la rue et c’était donc malgré tout très calme, sauf peut-être quand des gens marchaient dans les escaliers. La terrasse commune sur le toit était coquette et permettait de boire son café le matin avec une belle vue sur la ville. Tout se faisait très bien à pied à partir de l’hôtel. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour!
Hôtel fort joli, sur la rue la plus animée de Coimbra. Notre chambre ne donnait pas sur la rue et c’était donc malgré tout très calme, sauf peut-être quand des gens marchaient dans les escaliers. La terrasse commune sur le toit était coquette et permettait de boire son café le matin avec une belle vue sur la ville. Tout se faisait très bien à pied à partir de l’hôtel. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour!
10
Frances
28 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The guesthouse was in a great location in the Old Town. It had an interesting lobby with character and the rooms were lovely. They offered a small area for self service of coffee and muffins off the lobby. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Walking score was exceptional. Would highly recommend!
The guesthouse was in a great location in the Old Town. It had an interesting lobby with character and the rooms were lovely. They offered a small area for self service of coffee and muffins off the lobby. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Walking score was exceptional. Would highly recommend!
6
Lynne
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This historic building is in a perfect location to visit Coimbra. The amenities are sparse so if location is more important than luxury then this is the place for you.
This historic building is in a perfect location to visit Coimbra. The amenities are sparse so if location is more important than luxury then this is the place for you.
10
Eric
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
10
FABIOLA
21 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
GuestHouse com localização perfeita, em um prédio histórico, mas totalmente renovado e modernizado. Quarto amplo, cama confortável, banheiro com bom tamanho e ótimo chuveiro, amenidades de boa qualidade e recepcionista ( só em parte do dia) muito educado e solícito! Apesar do prédio ser antigo, tem elevador no local e a entrada do prédio fica a poucos passos do ponto de desembarque na rua só para pedestres. Em uma próxima vez em Coimbra, retornarei ao Pharmacia!
GuestHouse com localização perfeita, em um prédio histórico, mas totalmente renovado e modernizado. Quarto amplo, cama confortável, banheiro com bom tamanho e ótimo chuveiro, amenidades de boa qualidade e recepcionista ( só em parte do dia) muito educado e solícito! Apesar do prédio ser antigo, tem elevador no local e a entrada do prédio fica a poucos passos do ponto de desembarque na rua só para pedestres. Em uma próxima vez em Coimbra, retornarei ao Pharmacia!
10
Peter
19 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My wife loved the property. The lobby as you enter from the street is very unique and interesting. It had a nice kitchenette on the main floor. The location is central to the tourist area of Coimbra. Overall it was a nice stay.
My wife loved the property. The lobby as you enter from the street is very unique and interesting. It had a nice kitchenette on the main floor. The location is central to the tourist area of Coimbra. Overall it was a nice stay.
8
Anne
5 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
There was construction & it took almost 1 hr to park & find the property. It is on a pedestrian only road
There was construction & it took almost 1 hr to park & find the property. It is on a pedestrian only road
10
Stacy
19 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The location is unbeatable—right in the heart of everything, making it incredibly convenient for exploring. The property itself is charming, with the unique character and ambiance of a vintage pharmacy that adds so much personality to the experience. Added benefits were an elevator, a rooftop with incredible views, and nice hot shower. Juan at the front desk was exceptional—so helpful, friendly, and full of fantastic dinner recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The location is unbeatable—right in the heart of everything, making it incredibly convenient for exploring. The property itself is charming, with the unique character and ambiance of a vintage pharmacy that adds so much personality to the experience. Added benefits were an elevator, a rooftop with incredible views, and nice hot shower. Juan at the front desk was exceptional—so helpful, friendly, and full of fantastic dinner recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
10
Christine
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was a former pharmacy. We really enjoyed that they left the storefront in its original condition. It was like a little museum. Parking was an issue. Not convenient and very expensive. The breakfast options were basically non existent. The rooftop lounge was very nice
The hotel was a former pharmacy. We really enjoyed that they left the storefront in its original condition. It was like a little museum. Parking was an issue. Not convenient and very expensive. The breakfast options were basically non existent. The rooftop lounge was very nice
8
Martha
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a good place to stay for a few days. It’s right in the middle of center city and you can walk to the main sites and restaurants. It’s a historical building that used to be a pharmacy so that’s cool. However I would not stay there longer than a couple days and next time we plan to stay in somewhere that offers in room refrigerator and not historical. There is a tiny common kitchen but it’s not convenient. It’s also set up for you to enter and exit on your own with no front desk person most of the time.
It was a good place to stay for a few days. It’s right in the middle of center city and you can walk to the main sites and restaurants. It’s a historical building that used to be a pharmacy so that’s cool. However I would not stay there longer than a couple days and next time we plan to stay in somewhere that offers in room refrigerator and not historical. There is a tiny common kitchen but it’s not convenient. It’s also set up for you to enter and exit on your own with no front desk person most of the time.
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently describe rooms and common areas as clean. Some report lapses, including missed bathroom cleaning, mold on shower edges, or stained rugs.
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10
Marie-Andrée
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hôtel fort joli, sur la rue la plus animée de Coimbra. Notre chambre ne donnait pas sur la rue et c’était donc malgré tout très calme, sauf peut-être quand des gens marchaient dans les escaliers. La terrasse commune sur le toit était coquette et permettait de boire son café le matin avec une belle vue sur la ville. Tout se faisait très bien à pied à partir de l’hôtel. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour!
Hôtel fort joli, sur la rue la plus animée de Coimbra. Notre chambre ne donnait pas sur la rue et c’était donc malgré tout très calme, sauf peut-être quand des gens marchaient dans les escaliers. La terrasse commune sur le toit était coquette et permettait de boire son café le matin avec une belle vue sur la ville. Tout se faisait très bien à pied à partir de l’hôtel. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour!
8
Jeannette
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I would like to give the property 4.5 stars. It was clean and quiet. The price was great and location
I would like to give the property 4.5 stars. It was clean and quiet. The price was great and location
2
Rose
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the worst experience in my several visits to Portugal. I arrived to find the hotel locked in the late afternoon. I rang the doorbell several times and no one responded. I called the phone number on the window and a male staff member answered. I told him I was there to check in and he told I could not as I did not have a reservation. If I had I should have access code . I informed him I was not given one I had a confirmation number for the reservation. Again he denied I had a reservation. At this stage I am frustrated. He says he will call me right back. 10 mins later no response I called him 3 times no answer. Text him and all I get back is hi, I text him I need the code to get in and eventually he gives it to me. To add to the situation the bathroom was not cleaned properly previous guest hair was in the shower tray and on bathroom fixtures. Clothes from a previous guest in closet. As for soundproof they might want to remove that from their description I would highly recommended noise canceling EarPods for the internal noise in the hotel. Better yet do yourself a favor find another hotel.
This was the worst experience in my several visits to Portugal. I arrived to find the hotel locked in the late afternoon. I rang the doorbell several times and no one responded. I called the phone number on the window and a male staff member answered. I told him I was there to check in and he told I could not as I did not have a reservation. If I had I should have access code . I informed him I was not given one I had a confirmation number for the reservation. Again he denied I had a reservation. At this stage I am frustrated. He says he will call me right back. 10 mins later no response I called him 3 times no answer. Text him and all I get back is hi, I text him I need the code to get in and eventually he gives it to me. To add to the situation the bathroom was not cleaned properly previous guest hair was in the shower tray and on bathroom fixtures. Clothes from a previous guest in closet. As for soundproof they might want to remove that from their description I would highly recommended noise canceling EarPods for the internal noise in the hotel. Better yet do yourself a favor find another hotel.
4
Danny F
23 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
There was mold along the bottom edge of the shower.
There was mold along the bottom edge of the shower.
8
Steven
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and interesting property history. The room was clean with the exception of the main rug being stained. The toilet seat was askew and flimsy. The bedside lamp was unstable and inexpensive. So much is going for this property. With a little upgrade on room interiors and details we would rate it 5 stars.
Great location and interesting property history. The room was clean with the exception of the main rug being stained. The toilet seat was askew and flimsy. The bedside lamp was unstable and inexpensive. So much is going for this property. With a little upgrade on room interiors and details we would rate it 5 stars.
10
David
20 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, great communication for self check in, large beautiful clean room. Highly recommend.
Great location, great communication for self check in, large beautiful clean room. Highly recommend.
10
Yvan
16 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Très bien situé. Très propre. Chambre confortable.
Très bien situé. Très propre. Chambre confortable.
8
Leonid
29 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We really enjoyed the character of the place, clean linens, and the location of the guesthouse.
We really enjoyed the character of the place, clean linens, and the location of the guesthouse.
8
John
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved everything about the property. There was no real good place for us and a couple we were traveling with to get together and share stories about our trip or have a drink besides the rooftop terrace. It rained everyday while we were there. We had a very nice room, clean and very comfortable.
Loved everything about the property. There was no real good place for us and a couple we were traveling with to get together and share stories about our trip or have a drink besides the rooftop terrace. It rained everyday while we were there. We had a very nice room, clean and very comfortable.
10
Swinzle
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, comfortable, clean.
Great location, comfortable, clean.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with some offering balconies and strong showers; double glazed doors help reduce street noise. Noise and climate control can be inconsistent, particularly for street facing rooms.
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Jean-Paul
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hôtel original Bonne localisation Bonne isolation des fenêtres empêchant d'entendre le bruit de la rue
Hôtel original Bonne localisation Bonne isolation des fenêtres empêchant d'entendre le bruit de la rue
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jan
26 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room very comfortable, great balcony with doors onto main street
Room very comfortable, great balcony with doors onto main street
10
Harry
24 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing room with balcony overlooking the street. Really classy and great location! Access was easy! I would stay there again for sure :)
Amazing room with balcony overlooking the street. Really classy and great location! Access was easy! I would stay there again for sure :)
10
Johanne
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It is on a lively and vibrant pedestrianised street, minutes from shops, bars, cafes and restaurants. Open the balcony doors and you are in the midst of Coimbra However, shut the double-glazed doors and “presto”, all is quiet and restful. It is the best of both worlds.
It is on a lively and vibrant pedestrianised street, minutes from shops, bars, cafes and restaurants. Open the balcony doors and you are in the midst of Coimbra However, shut the double-glazed doors and “presto”, all is quiet and restful. It is the best of both worlds.
10
Eric
8 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
10
Donna
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was an excellent property. Centrally located. Clean and comfortable. Only negative is we couldn't figure out how to work the A/C remote and the staff didn't know either. But I would definitely stay here again.
This was an excellent property. Centrally located. Clean and comfortable. Only negative is we couldn't figure out how to work the A/C remote and the staff didn't know either. But I would definitely stay here again.
10
FABIOLA
21 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
GuestHouse com localização perfeita, em um prédio histórico, mas totalmente renovado e modernizado. Quarto amplo, cama confortável, banheiro com bom tamanho e ótimo chuveiro, amenidades de boa qualidade e recepcionista ( só em parte do dia) muito educado e solícito! Apesar do prédio ser antigo, tem elevador no local e a entrada do prédio fica a poucos passos do ponto de desembarque na rua só para pedestres. Em uma próxima vez em Coimbra, retornarei ao Pharmacia!
GuestHouse com localização perfeita, em um prédio histórico, mas totalmente renovado e modernizado. Quarto amplo, cama confortável, banheiro com bom tamanho e ótimo chuveiro, amenidades de boa qualidade e recepcionista ( só em parte do dia) muito educado e solícito! Apesar do prédio ser antigo, tem elevador no local e a entrada do prédio fica a poucos passos do ponto de desembarque na rua só para pedestres. Em uma próxima vez em Coimbra, retornarei ao Pharmacia!
2
Miles
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Music was blasted until 1:00 a.m. The rooms don't have AC which would be okay but the fans provided in the room where all broken and the only way to stay cool was to keep the window open. The music they were blasting outside was so loud it made it impossible to sleep. We informed the front desk and they said they were unable to help us and that the room is non-refundable. These conditions were unacceptable and we ended up checking out early and losing out on two nights and finding a different hotel to sleep in. I highly recommend saving your money and going somewhere else.
Music was blasted until 1:00 a.m. The rooms don't have AC which would be okay but the fans provided in the room where all broken and the only way to stay cool was to keep the window open. The music they were blasting outside was so loud it made it impossible to sleep. We informed the front desk and they said they were unable to help us and that the room is non-refundable. These conditions were unacceptable and we ended up checking out early and losing out on two nights and finding a different hotel to sleep in. I highly recommend saving your money and going somewhere else.
10
Ronald
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was a beautifully restored building. Modern rooms with terrific amenities nestled in an elegantly restored apothecary on one of the main pedestrian streets in Coimbra. Would return to this place again in a heartbeat!
This was a beautifully restored building. Modern rooms with terrific amenities nestled in an elegantly restored apothecary on one of the main pedestrian streets in Coimbra. Would return to this place again in a heartbeat!
10
David
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very charming boutique hotel occupying the space of an old pharmacy, thus the name. The lobby still has many of the old compounds in their original glass jars lightly back lit giving the room a warm glow. Very welcoming. The room was very nice. Large bed with a comfortable spring mattress. Importantly the shower was great—strong water pressure and warm water. Staff was friendly and helpful. Suggested some excellent restaurants and we can confirm they know their local area.
Very charming boutique hotel occupying the space of an old pharmacy, thus the name. The lobby still has many of the old compounds in their original glass jars lightly back lit giving the room a warm glow. Very welcoming. The room was very nice. Large bed with a comfortable spring mattress. Importantly the shower was great—strong water pressure and warm water. Staff was friendly and helpful. Suggested some excellent restaurants and we can confirm they know their local area.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with clear self check in and good communication. However, some guests experienced delayed responses, access code problems, or difficulty resolving issues.
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Franciele
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Estadia organizada, enviou as informações com antecedência, respondeu rapidamente as perguntas. Decoração linda, excelente localização.
Estadia organizada, enviou as informações com antecedência, respondeu rapidamente as perguntas. Decoração linda, excelente localização.
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John
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was very comfortable and clean. The location was great. João was there to greet us at check in and was very helpful throughout our stay. He's a tremendous asset to the hotel. We briefly met the owner when he came one afternoon and we wish him well in his endeavour. I'd definitely stay there again.
The room was very comfortable and clean. The location was great. João was there to greet us at check in and was very helpful throughout our stay. He's a tremendous asset to the hotel. We briefly met the owner when he came one afternoon and we wish him well in his endeavour. I'd definitely stay there again.
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Rose
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the worst experience in my several visits to Portugal. I arrived to find the hotel locked in the late afternoon. I rang the doorbell several times and no one responded. I called the phone number on the window and a male staff member answered. I told him I was there to check in and he told I could not as I did not have a reservation. If I had I should have access code . I informed him I was not given one I had a confirmation number for the reservation. Again he denied I had a reservation. At this stage I am frustrated. He says he will call me right back. 10 mins later no response I called him 3 times no answer. Text him and all I get back is hi, I text him I need the code to get in and eventually he gives it to me. To add to the situation the bathroom was not cleaned properly previous guest hair was in the shower tray and on bathroom fixtures. Clothes from a previous guest in closet. As for soundproof they might want to remove that from their description I would highly recommended noise canceling EarPods for the internal noise in the hotel. Better yet do yourself a favor find another hotel.
This was the worst experience in my several visits to Portugal. I arrived to find the hotel locked in the late afternoon. I rang the doorbell several times and no one responded. I called the phone number on the window and a male staff member answered. I told him I was there to check in and he told I could not as I did not have a reservation. If I had I should have access code . I informed him I was not given one I had a confirmation number for the reservation. Again he denied I had a reservation. At this stage I am frustrated. He says he will call me right back. 10 mins later no response I called him 3 times no answer. Text him and all I get back is hi, I text him I need the code to get in and eventually he gives it to me. To add to the situation the bathroom was not cleaned properly previous guest hair was in the shower tray and on bathroom fixtures. Clothes from a previous guest in closet. As for soundproof they might want to remove that from their description I would highly recommended noise canceling EarPods for the internal noise in the hotel. Better yet do yourself a favor find another hotel.
10
Sabrina
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Thanks to Juan!!! Good advices and very sympa 😊
Thanks to Juan!!! Good advices and very sympa 😊
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Elaine
25 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Upon our arrival, our experience was completely unacceptable. We waited hours to get into our room only to discover a wet floor dripping from the ceiling over the toilet (surely they knew but gave us the room anyhow). We alerted staff and then waited a long time to find out we could not be accommodated with a functional clean room. We were told they\'d take care of us however, to no avail. We were told a hotel 800 meters away could not accommodate us but decided to call directly and they took our reservation. We felt we were lied to. We booked Pharmacy Guest House due to its 9.6 "Exceptional" review. The toxic odor in the common area toilet mode us nauseous, the amenities sparse and based on the rating program, perhaps Expedia needs to be reevaluated. All in all, it was a terrible experience and because of such, we were late for pre-purchased tickets to an area attraction we had expressly come to Coimbra to visit. We left the property and made other arrangements on the fly.
Upon our arrival, our experience was completely unacceptable. We waited hours to get into our room only to discover a wet floor dripping from the ceiling over the toilet (surely they knew but gave us the room anyhow). We alerted staff and then waited a long time to find out we could not be accommodated with a functional clean room. We were told they\'d take care of us however, to no avail. We were told a hotel 800 meters away could not accommodate us but decided to call directly and they took our reservation. We felt we were lied to. We booked Pharmacy Guest House due to its 9.6 "Exceptional" review. The toxic odor in the common area toilet mode us nauseous, the amenities sparse and based on the rating program, perhaps Expedia needs to be reevaluated. All in all, it was a terrible experience and because of such, we were late for pre-purchased tickets to an area attraction we had expressly come to Coimbra to visit. We left the property and made other arrangements on the fly.
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Lori
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Pharmacia is an excellent hotel in a nice location to tour Coimbra. All instructions were helpful as I arrived later in the evening. My room was much bigger than I expected and was very comfortable. Juan was very god at helping me with questions and he walked me to the Coimbra B train station bus.
The Pharmacia is an excellent hotel in a nice location to tour Coimbra. All instructions were helpful as I arrived later in the evening. My room was much bigger than I expected and was very comfortable. Juan was very god at helping me with questions and he walked me to the Coimbra B train station bus.
8
Barbara
18 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfortable and clean but could have used towel replacement only we never saw anyone who worked there. Never got the codes to access the property or our room, but luckily someone was coming out as we were arriving and there were contact phone numbers in the lobby.
Comfortable and clean but could have used towel replacement only we never saw anyone who worked there. Never got the codes to access the property or our room, but luckily someone was coming out as we were arriving and there were contact phone numbers in the lobby.
10
Stacy
19 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The location is unbeatable—right in the heart of everything, making it incredibly convenient for exploring. The property itself is charming, with the unique character and ambiance of a vintage pharmacy that adds so much personality to the experience. Added benefits were an elevator, a rooftop with incredible views, and nice hot shower. Juan at the front desk was exceptional—so helpful, friendly, and full of fantastic dinner recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Our stay was absolutely amazing! The location is unbeatable—right in the heart of everything, making it incredibly convenient for exploring. The property itself is charming, with the unique character and ambiance of a vintage pharmacy that adds so much personality to the experience. Added benefits were an elevator, a rooftop with incredible views, and nice hot shower. Juan at the front desk was exceptional—so helpful, friendly, and full of fantastic dinner recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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David
20 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, great communication for self check in, large beautiful clean room. Highly recommend.
Great location, great communication for self check in, large beautiful clean room. Highly recommend.
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David
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very charming boutique hotel occupying the space of an old pharmacy, thus the name. The lobby still has many of the old compounds in their original glass jars lightly back lit giving the room a warm glow. Very welcoming. The room was very nice. Large bed with a comfortable spring mattress. Importantly the shower was great—strong water pressure and warm water. Staff was friendly and helpful. Suggested some excellent restaurants and we can confirm they know their local area.
Very charming boutique hotel occupying the space of an old pharmacy, thus the name. The lobby still has many of the old compounds in their original glass jars lightly back lit giving the room a warm glow. Very welcoming. The room was very nice. Large bed with a comfortable spring mattress. Importantly the shower was great—strong water pressure and warm water. Staff was friendly and helpful. Suggested some excellent restaurants and we can confirm they know their local area.
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Location
Excellent central position in the Old Town on a pedestrian street, close to restaurants, shops, and Coimbra University; most sights are walkable. Pedestrian access may make moving luggage more difficult for some travellers.
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Gladys
18 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is an excellently located property, So perfect for a visit to the Coimbra University which is just up the very steep street. We loved this historical hotel. All check in is done virtually so please, read the instructions they send you before arrival all the information is there and it is simple and accurate. They give you a code both for the front door and for your room. The room looked onto the beatiful main street, and walking around town was very easy. climbing to the University can be challenging but so worth it and the center of town is just steps from the hotel. Take advantage of the one-hour city tour 'train' that starts on the center square of the University.
This is an excellently located property, So perfect for a visit to the Coimbra University which is just up the very steep street. We loved this historical hotel. All check in is done virtually so please, read the instructions they send you before arrival all the information is there and it is simple and accurate. They give you a code both for the front door and for your room. The room looked onto the beatiful main street, and walking around town was very easy. climbing to the University can be challenging but so worth it and the center of town is just steps from the hotel. Take advantage of the one-hour city tour 'train' that starts on the center square of the University.
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Marie-Andrée
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hôtel fort joli, sur la rue la plus animée de Coimbra. Notre chambre ne donnait pas sur la rue et c’était donc malgré tout très calme, sauf peut-être quand des gens marchaient dans les escaliers. La terrasse commune sur le toit était coquette et permettait de boire son café le matin avec une belle vue sur la ville. Tout se faisait très bien à pied à partir de l’hôtel. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour!
Hôtel fort joli, sur la rue la plus animée de Coimbra. Notre chambre ne donnait pas sur la rue et c’était donc malgré tout très calme, sauf peut-être quand des gens marchaient dans les escaliers. La terrasse commune sur le toit était coquette et permettait de boire son café le matin avec une belle vue sur la ville. Tout se faisait très bien à pied à partir de l’hôtel. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié notre séjour!
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Paula
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Very large room. Staff were super helpful with AC problem. You will not regret booking this hotel. If you have mobility issues, you may struggle getting your luggage down the street since its a pedestrian only street.
Great location. Very large room. Staff were super helpful with AC problem. You will not regret booking this hotel. If you have mobility issues, you may struggle getting your luggage down the street since its a pedestrian only street.
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Frances
28 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The guesthouse was in a great location in the Old Town. It had an interesting lobby with character and the rooms were lovely. They offered a small area for self service of coffee and muffins off the lobby. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Walking score was exceptional. Would highly recommend!
The guesthouse was in a great location in the Old Town. It had an interesting lobby with character and the rooms were lovely. They offered a small area for self service of coffee and muffins off the lobby. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Walking score was exceptional. Would highly recommend!
10
Iwao
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
周囲にレストランも多く、コインブラ大学へも10程で行くことが出来て、ロケーションが 良かった。
周囲にレストランも多く、コインブラ大学へも10程で行くことが出来て、ロケーションが 良かった。
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Eileen
20 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location in the old town. Old pharmacy with charm. Near all the major attractions.
Great location in the old town. Old pharmacy with charm. Near all the major attractions.
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Lynne
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This historic building is in a perfect location to visit Coimbra. The amenities are sparse so if location is more important than luxury then this is the place for you.
This historic building is in a perfect location to visit Coimbra. The amenities are sparse so if location is more important than luxury then this is the place for you.
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Aidan
16 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place in great location
Beautiful place in great location
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Dena
3 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What a charming hotel! The location was perfect and the room was very comfortable. Highly recommend!!
What a charming hotel! The location was perfect and the room was very comfortable. Highly recommend!!
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Azelie
5 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super hotel personnel tres accueillant et hotel placé en plein la rue piétonne principale de la ville donc super
Super hotel personnel tres accueillant et hotel placé en plein la rue piétonne principale de la ville donc super
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Dining
On site dining is very limited, with lobby coffee and small muffins available. Several guests said breakfast options were minimal or poorly maintained.
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Lisa
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s super cute and interesting, but basic stay that serves its purpose. The breakfast area was dirty and missing items. The internet was super intermittent and frustrating But we really liked the theme of the whole place. The beds were nice
It’s super cute and interesting, but basic stay that serves its purpose. The breakfast area was dirty and missing items. The internet was super intermittent and frustrating But we really liked the theme of the whole place. The beds were nice
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Frances
28 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The guesthouse was in a great location in the Old Town. It had an interesting lobby with character and the rooms were lovely. They offered a small area for self service of coffee and muffins off the lobby. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Walking score was exceptional. Would highly recommend!
The guesthouse was in a great location in the Old Town. It had an interesting lobby with character and the rooms were lovely. They offered a small area for self service of coffee and muffins off the lobby. The owner/manager was very friendly and helpful. Walking score was exceptional. Would highly recommend!
10
Eric
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
This was a fantastic find. The property is very unique and memorable with the old pharmacy decor. It is very well located in the old town on the pedestrian street (you do have a short walk with luggage to get to the location). The room was relatively spacious for a European hotel room and very comfortable. I was concerned about noise from the pedestrian street but the shutters were sound proofed and we had no issue with noise. I would encourage any tourist to Coimbra to look at this property for a stay. Coffee, small muffins and apples were available. Although the guest house operates primarily through guests receiving and using codes to the front door and bedrooms, and so we didn’t have a lot of contact with staff, the staff we did meet were very friendly and helpful with recommendations for dining and tourist sites.
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Christine
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was a former pharmacy. We really enjoyed that they left the storefront in its original condition. It was like a little museum. Parking was an issue. Not convenient and very expensive. The breakfast options were basically non existent. The rooftop lounge was very nice
The hotel was a former pharmacy. We really enjoyed that they left the storefront in its original condition. It was like a little museum. Parking was an issue. Not convenient and very expensive. The breakfast options were basically non existent. The rooftop lounge was very nice
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Suzanne
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
A very nice property located right on the main street of Coimbra. The room was comfortable and clean. Parking was a little tricky because the free lot across the river (a 10 min walk) was closed for Saturday for a special event, but we just parked on the street on that side.
A very nice property located right on the main street of Coimbra. The room was comfortable and clean. Parking was a little tricky because the free lot across the river (a 10 min walk) was closed for Saturday for a special event, but we just parked on the street on that side.
10
Lydia
13 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, very comfortable, full of history and charm. Also brilliantly located!
Lovely hotel, very comfortable, full of history and charm. Also brilliantly located!
10
George
17 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room, AC, BALCONY Great location
Clean room, AC, BALCONY Great location
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Catharine
4 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A charming hotel with easy access to the main area of interest. Our room was large and newly renovated with great amenities and facing onto the main tourist area. Easy access to most places of interest including the university, which we were able to explore in the evening and during the day.
A charming hotel with easy access to the main area of interest. Our room was large and newly renovated with great amenities and facing onto the main tourist area. Easy access to most places of interest including the university, which we were able to explore in the evening and during the day.
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Lauren
23 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Location of this hotel was the best part - right on the main street, close to everything, and easy to get to. The main lobby was unique and looked the old pharmacy it used to be and the rooftop patio was nice place to take pictures and spend some time. The room itself was comfortable, though could have used some renovations. While the shower was larger than other hotels we stayed at in Portugal, the sealant could have be replaced as it was a bit grungy. The room was at the back of the building and on the 4th floor so it was quiet, except for we could hear the people in the room above us walking around. Staff were responsive online and let us check in an hour early, which was appreciated. Still good value for money though.
Location of this hotel was the best part - right on the main street, close to everything, and easy to get to. The main lobby was unique and looked the old pharmacy it used to be and the rooftop patio was nice place to take pictures and spend some time. The room itself was comfortable, though could have used some renovations. While the shower was larger than other hotels we stayed at in Portugal, the sealant could have be replaced as it was a bit grungy. The room was at the back of the building and on the 4th floor so it was quiet, except for we could hear the people in the room above us walking around. Staff were responsive online and let us check in an hour early, which was appreciated. Still good value for money though.
FAQs about Pharmacia GuestHouse
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00, and check-out is until 11:00. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in the heart of Coimbra, steps from Museu da Cidade Edifício Chiado and Almedina Tower, approximately 0.2 mi from Edificio Chiado and 0.7 mi from Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not specified.
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Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Business details
Property registration number 116230/AL
Popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
ATM/Cash machine
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Fishing
Activities
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Fishing
Horse riding
Canoeing
Hiking
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Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
Services
Housekeeping
ATM/Cash machine
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
General
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wi-fi