What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 until 01:00, and check-out is at 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability.

What is the property's location in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Porto, steps from Livraria Lello and 12 minutes by foot from Ribeira Square. It is 0.7 mi from Porto Historic Center and 0.5 mi from Porto Cathedral.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific policies regarding age or fees are not provided.

Pensão França

What guests think

Pensão França is a centrally located, budget-friendly guesthouse praised for its welcoming staff and walkable access to Porto’s sights, but it sits in an old, stair-filled building where street noise and dated rooms are common trade-offs.

Many guests find the rooms clean and the showers hot, with reliable Wi‑Fi, but several reports of bedbugs and occasional maintenance issues indicate inconsistent hygiene. Overall, expect a simple, no-frills stay best suited to short, budget-minded visits.

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Facilities

Very basic infrastructure in an older building; there is no elevator and many stairs. Some rooms use shared bathrooms, and hot water is generally strong.

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Andrew

16 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The place is older, somewhat tired, and the shower is shared amongst the guests (which is an issue for some). Good location and price. Wifi was good. Must walk up a flight of stairs to get to the hotel.

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Charlotte Caroline

11 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Wir haben 4 Nächte in der Unterkunft verbracht. Das Zimmer war klein, aber zweckmäßig eingerichtet und sauber. Allerdings muss man relativ viele Stufen steigen, bevor man in den Empfangsbereich gelangt, was sich mit schwerem und sperrigem Gepäck mitunter als kleine Herausforderung darstellt. Auch der Straßenlärm von draußen war bis spät in die Nacht deutlich wahrnehmbar. Für einen längeren Aufenthalt wäre dies sicherlich störend, aber für wenige Tage völlig akzeptabel. Angesichts der zentralen Lage gegenüber der Uni und des wirklich unschlagbaren Preises kann ich die Unterkunft für einen kurzen Aufenthalt in Porto weiterempfehlen.

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Susan

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great first night place in a great location. There are a lot of steps to conquer. It’s old and dated but perfect for a place to sleep and get up early to leave.

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Kimio

3 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

駅に比較的近く（坂を上がる必要があるが）、便利だった。設備は全部古く、旅行経験豊富な人用のホテル。テレビもブラウン管のアナログだった（観なかったが）。受付に電子レンジが有り、便利。ポット、水も受付に一つある。コンセントがベッド付近になく不便だった。小さい机と椅子は良かった。エレベータが無く、重い荷物がある場合大変。

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Jeff

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location , friendly staff , nice firm bed , hot shower with good water pressure 👍

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Gracia

17 Oct 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Tenía lo necesario para estar cómodo. Me gusto menos que eran demasiadas escaleras para ir cargada

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Annmarie

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great value choice. Room was bigger that expected with a full size wardrobe and small desk/stool. We had a private bathroom which included a bidet and shower. Plenty of hot water & good pressure. No hairdryer in the room but we were supplied one on request. Marina at the desk was perfectly pleasant. Amazing location, slightly noisy as we were facing the street but we always bring earplugs anyway!

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WONBIN

23 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

위치도 좋았고 호스트도 친절하였습니다. 가격대비 호스텔 대비 추천합니다. 물론 엘리베이터가 없다는 부분은 참고해야겠지만 나머지는 청결하고 만족합니다.

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Wellton

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excelente localização em Porto, preço acessível. Só não tive uma experiência muito boa no banho, o tanque acumulava muita água. E a estrutura do box, acabei batendo o dedo quando estava saindo e me machuquei. Estrutura antiga mas funcional

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Susana

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Muito boa a hospedagem, fiquei apenas uma noite e me atendeu super bem, perto de vários lugares turísticos, a recepcionista um amor de pessoa, fiquei em um quarto com banheiro mas usei o banheiro compartilhado pois a água do meu banheiro esquentava pouco e o outro esquentava mais, adorei a estadia e ficaria lá novamente, fui com a minha mãe de 76 anos e adoramos

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Cleanliness

Many reviews praise overall cleanliness, but multiple reports of bedbugs and a few dirty shared-bathroom comments show inconsistent standards.

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paolo

24 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cozy and comfortable structure, located in a strategic area in front of the Rectorate of the University of Porto, the Pensão França was really a very pleasant surprise. The friendly and helpful staff, a very high level of cleanliness, the comfort of the beds and the functionality of the bathroom made our stay truly unforgettable. The WI-FI signal is also excellent. A wide selection of restaurants in the area. Really recommendable

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Tuija

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

As others have commented and is apparent from the pictures, everything is rather old and some refurbishing would help a lot. Yet, everything in my room was clean and I did not see any signs of bedbugs (I checked quite neurotically!). The room was very small. The location was excellent but there is a bit of noise from the streets. All in all a good option for a few nights with this price if you do not intend to spend a lot of time in your room!

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Heather

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great accommodations in a quiet area. Minutes walking to the main center. Staff is courteous & communicative. Bathroom always clean

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Lee

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel is clean and well placed in the city. Perfect for a short stay in Porto.

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Denise E

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I was bitten by bed bugs. When it was brought to the staff's attention, my room was immediately changed. However, l was bitten on my foot in that room too. I did not report that, for I was checking out the next morning. I believe they're aware of the u.

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Christel

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We were not alone there-my boyfriend got bitten by bedbugs all over the body😥.

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Kirsten

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok , if you don’t need much komfort , stay here . It’s clean and they are very helpfull .

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MARCONE

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A gente precisa entender que este estabelecimento é um pensão mais do que SECULAR, e as características do imóvel têm que ser preservadas. Independente disso, tudo é muito limpo e organizado.

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Marilyn

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location. First time I've had to say this on Hotels, but I had big problems with bedbugs in my room

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LARISSA

2 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Foi horrivel, do inicio ao fim. Primeiro o quarto nao e o mesmo da imagem, totalmente diferente sem ventilação e apertado. O banheiro compartilhado é podre de sujo e o chao do quarto com muita poeira. Atendimento pessimo também.

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Rooms

Rooms are small, very dated, and basic; several note firm or squeaky beds. Street noise is common in front-facing rooms, while Wi‑Fi and hot showers generally work well.

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Birgit

9 Apr 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Sehr zentral gelegene Pension. Freundliche Rezeption, jederzeit erreichbar. Zimmer sehr klein und uralt. Bett knarzt und die Zudecken bestehen aus Leinentuch und einer Wolldecke. Die Nächte sind irrsinnig laut von der Straße her. Wochenende ist am Platz die ganze Nacht sehr laute Partystimmung.

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Luís

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Central e bom preço mas muito barulho. Fica mesmo no centro do Porto, a alguns passos da Torre dos Clérigos e a poucos minutos da Avenida dos Aliados. Percebe-se que é uma pensão antiga, não só pela decoração como pela falta de insonorização ( ouvem-se muitos barulhos da rua e dá a sensação de estar algum ar condicionado muito próximo do quarto) A tv tem muito poucos canais de tv, pelo que não é indicado para quem espera ver alguma tv. A luz de teto não funciona. Carrega-se no interruptor mas nunca chega a acender. Não chega a ser mau, uma vez que existem outras fontes de luz. O estor do quarto não tem como puxar para baixo, a não ser que se puxe mesmo pelo estor. E não é bom a tapar a visibilidade da manhã.

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Tuija

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

As others have commented and is apparent from the pictures, everything is rather old and some refurbishing would help a lot. Yet, everything in my room was clean and I did not see any signs of bedbugs (I checked quite neurotically!). The room was very small. The location was excellent but there is a bit of noise from the streets. All in all a good option for a few nights with this price if you do not intend to spend a lot of time in your room!

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Andrew

16 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The place is older, somewhat tired, and the shower is shared amongst the guests (which is an issue for some). Good location and price. Wifi was good. Must walk up a flight of stairs to get to the hotel.

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Susan

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great first night place in a great location. There are a lot of steps to conquer. It’s old and dated but perfect for a place to sleep and get up early to leave.

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Jeff

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location , friendly staff , nice firm bed , hot shower with good water pressure 👍

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Annmarie

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great value choice. Room was bigger that expected with a full size wardrobe and small desk/stool. We had a private bathroom which included a bidet and shower. Plenty of hot water & good pressure. No hairdryer in the room but we were supplied one on request. Marina at the desk was perfectly pleasant. Amazing location, slightly noisy as we were facing the street but we always bring earplugs anyway!

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Selena

17 Jul 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

You get what you pay for. Rough and ready but hot water, clean sheets and easy walking access to the wonderful city. Not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. Not much English but welcoming. Squeaky beds so not the best for a honeymoon 😂😜

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Natalie

11 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

What was good: Very central, everything worked well, nice view on the square, clean. What was bad: very loud outside, old furnishing and rooms. All in all a good place to stay if you can sleep in a noisy environment.

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Paula

29 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

perfect location for exploring Porto lots of dining options surrounding. room was good for solos. bed was too firm for me and squeaked everytime i rolled.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with useful tips and bag storage. Overall sentiment is positive.

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SEBASTIÃO

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excelente localização e atendimento

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Heather

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great accommodations in a quiet area. Minutes walking to the main center. Staff is courteous & communicative. Bathroom always clean

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Jeff

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location , friendly staff , nice firm bed , hot shower with good water pressure 👍

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SEBASTIÃO

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excelente atendimento

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Phillip

2 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very pleasant staff, allow bag storage if early or after check -out. You are in middle of everything, excellent location.

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Kirsten

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok , if you don’t need much komfort , stay here . It’s clean and they are very helpfull .

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Raymond

25 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The owner, Marina, is a tremendous source of tips and good information.

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Susana

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Muito boa a hospedagem, fiquei apenas uma noite e me atendeu super bem, perto de vários lugares turísticos, a recepcionista um amor de pessoa, fiquei em um quarto com banheiro mas usei o banheiro compartilhado pois a água do meu banheiro esquentava pouco e o outro esquentava mais, adorei a estadia e ficaria lá novamente, fui com a minha mãe de 76 anos e adoramos

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Lizzette Enidh

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excelente ubicación hotel familiar muy antiguo pero excelentes personas es negocio familiar los del hotel todos muy atentos

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ana almara

9 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A estadia muito boa So nao gostei das escadas pra acessar o quarto. Mas a senhora d. Marina da recepcao foi muito solicita e prestativa.

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Location

Central, opposite the university and within walking distance of major sights, restaurants, bars, and transport. Nighttime street noise is a recurring issue for some rooms.

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Birgit

9 Apr 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Sehr zentral gelegene Pension. Freundliche Rezeption, jederzeit erreichbar. Zimmer sehr klein und uralt. Bett knarzt und die Zudecken bestehen aus Leinentuch und einer Wolldecke. Die Nächte sind irrsinnig laut von der Straße her. Wochenende ist am Platz die ganze Nacht sehr laute Partystimmung.

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Luís

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Central e bom preço mas muito barulho. Fica mesmo no centro do Porto, a alguns passos da Torre dos Clérigos e a poucos minutos da Avenida dos Aliados. Percebe-se que é uma pensão antiga, não só pela decoração como pela falta de insonorização ( ouvem-se muitos barulhos da rua e dá a sensação de estar algum ar condicionado muito próximo do quarto) A tv tem muito poucos canais de tv, pelo que não é indicado para quem espera ver alguma tv. A luz de teto não funciona. Carrega-se no interruptor mas nunca chega a acender. Não chega a ser mau, uma vez que existem outras fontes de luz. O estor do quarto não tem como puxar para baixo, a não ser que se puxe mesmo pelo estor. E não é bom a tapar a visibilidade da manhã.

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SEBASTIÃO

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excelente localização e atendimento

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Heather

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great accommodations in a quiet area. Minutes walking to the main center. Staff is courteous & communicative. Bathroom always clean

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Simon

16 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cheap hotel in the center, don’t have to commute anywhere

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Lee

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel is clean and well placed in the city. Perfect for a short stay in Porto.

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Jeff

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location , friendly staff , nice firm bed , hot shower with good water pressure 👍

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Michel

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Placé en face de l'université de Porto, zone relativement festive, à proximité des moyens de transport et de la Douro. La résidence est restée dans son jus des années 60 avec simple vitrage,

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Natalie

11 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

What was good: Very central, everything worked well, nice view on the square, clean. What was bad: very loud outside, old furnishing and rooms. All in all a good place to stay if you can sleep in a noisy environment.

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Albert

31 Oct 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Central location, easy access to the historical center of Porto

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Pensão França

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Twin Room

Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Twin Room (Shared Shower)

Economy Double Room (Shared Shower)

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