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Sapientia Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Coimbra with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Immerse yourself in Coimbra City Centre's charm at Sapientia Boutique Hotel, where a warm welcome awaits. Savor the free breakfast buffet, explore the nearby attractions on foot, and unwind with a drink at the bar. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and pristine property condition.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Double Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Loft | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Superior One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

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Largo Augusto Hilário n9, Coimbra, 3000-062

What's nearby

  • Biblioteca Joanina - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Coimbra University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Cathedral of Coimbra - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Church - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Coimbra Station - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante D. Pedro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪bixos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tasca Das Tias Camellas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪O Sé Nova - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sapientia Boutique Hotel

Upscale hotel located in Coimbra City Centre
At Sapientia Boutique Hotel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Sapientia Boutique Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.

Property is also known as

Sapientia Boutique Hotel Coimbra
Sapientia Boutique Coimbra
Sapientia Boutique
Sapientia Boutique Hotel Hotel
Sapientia Boutique Hotel Coimbra
Sapientia Boutique Hotel Hotel Coimbra

Frequently asked questions

Is Sapientia Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sapientia Boutique Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Sapientia Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sapientia Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Sapientia Boutique Hotel located?

Located in Coimbra City Centre, this hotel is steps from Jardim Botanico, Velha Universidade, and Biblioteca Joanina. Coimbra University and Old Cathedral of Coimbra are also within 5 minutes. Coimbra Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Sapientia Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 665 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 665 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 665 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 665 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 665 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the old town next to all the university sites. Great views from room and rooftop bar. Lovely dining courtyard. Staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place at a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place ! Loved our room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property it was very unique and updated. Lovely sitting areas inside and out, with a beautiful rooftop patio overlooking the city. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very well located, the staff was very friendly , the hotel beautiful and small
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel next to the university
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. Roomy, clean, well priced, and an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! We loved our stay and the service was superb. Would return to coimbra to just stay in the hotel. Very nice location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and common area. Attentive staff and wonderful breakfast. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and very kind staff. Lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
wonderful hotel, in the middle of the university, beautiful area, lovely lunch menu.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with great service. Loved the location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely boutique hotel in Coimbra

Very good food and the staff is helpful with children. We had a great stay. Excellent views from the terrace. Nothing to complain about..
Beef for dinner. Very good
The dining room
Views from the roof terrace
Cheese board - lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mojgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique, clean, nice hotel with a wonderful view and staff….one of the best in my experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring Combria. Onsite restaurant was excellent. Staff were very helpful with parking our car and making sure we were comfortable. Met and enjoyed great conversations with other guests in the lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Great very unique hotel. Food is very good. It was very difficult to find. If you book through the hotel directly they send you very detailed directions. Through hotels Com we received nothing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent apart from the cheap and nasty toilet paper. What a shame to provide such a poor quality bathroom paper when everything else is eo well done.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Clean. Convenient. Lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really beautiful boutique hotel with so much charm. From the beautiful lobby/restaurant to the spacious, well-appointed guest rooms. Great location next to the university and very close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Our stay was excellent. The staff very friendly and helpful. The room was very nice. The breakfast was fresh and good variety. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice staff, friendly and helpful. Enjoyed staying at this location and the rooftop tables provide an awesome view of everything!

10/10 Excellent

Farzin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored building with friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with super friendly staff. Our room was very large and comfortable. Will stay here again the next time we are in Coimbra.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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