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A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window offering a city view.

1. NH Coimbra Dona Inês

NH Coimbra Dona Inês
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel great location"
Canada
Kevin
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
NH Coimbra Dona Inês
A hotel with a rooftop terrace featuring a pool and outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water and a cityscape at night.

2. Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel

Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Superb stay"
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

3. SOPHIA STUDIOS

SOPHIA STUDIOS
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (190 reviews)
"Very cute room we enjoyed our stay very much!"
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
SOPHIA STUDIOS
A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "JUST WHAT YOU NEED".

4. Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro

Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (891 reviews)
"Good value. Hotel is a bit old. Could use new carpeting in bedrooms and a wider selection of breakfast food. Overall is was fine."
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stay Hotel Coimbra Centro
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a tiled backsplash. There are shelves with decorative items and a potted plant on the counter.

5. Vila Julieta Guesthouse

Vila Julieta Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Coimbra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"The owners were so nice and very helpful as well as suggesting local restaurants . Location was excellent and we could walk to everything we wanted to visit"
United Kingdom
Howard
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Vila Julieta Guesthouse
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a lamp.

6. R3 Service Five Senses in Coimbra

R3 Service Five Senses in Coimbra
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (92 reviews)
"Very nice Hotel experience The room is very cosy and very clean The staff were very friendly and helpful The location is excellent with walking distance from the bus stop"
United States
Mohammed
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
R3 Service Five Senses in Coimbra
A room with a bed, a chair, large windows, and a TV.

7. Guest House Infante Dom Henrique

Guest House Infante Dom Henrique
2.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (158 reviews)
"Nice historic, centrally-located place. I stayed here for almost four weeks and loved coming 'home' to Infante Dom Henrique every night. I will stay here again on my next trip to Coimbra!! Thank you, GHIDH staff, for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Brendan
The price is NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Guest House Infante Dom Henrique
A neatly made bed with white linens and a red blanket, two wall-mounted lamps, and artwork on the wall.

8. Miguel Torga Vintage Lofts

Miguel Torga Vintage Lofts
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (169 reviews)
"Got in late and left early so not much to say. There’s a parking garage very nearby so that was convenient."
Canada
Emily
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Miguel Torga Vintage Lofts
A modern interior with a seating area featuring two sofas and a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a view of the street through large windows.

9. Hotel Oslo

Hotel Oslo
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Enjoyed are stay,Staff was excellent, breakfast was great and very good location."
Canada
Gerhard
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hotel Oslo
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a staircase, and large windows.

10. Sapientia Boutique Hotel

Sapientia Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (750 reviews)
"excellent location, comfortable hotel, friendly staff."
Canada
Anna
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sapientia Boutique Hotel
A modern interior with a sofa, ottoman, and chairs, a staircase, and a large window.

11. Hotel Mondego

Hotel Mondego
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (821 reviews)
"Nice location, staff.is helpful and breakfast is plenty"
United States
Harshad
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel Mondego
A grand building with a central staircase, ornate balconies, and a well-maintained garden.

12. Quinta Das Lagrimas

Quinta Das Lagrimas
5.0 star property
Coimbra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (935 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
Roberto
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quinta Das Lagrimas
A nighttime view of a cityscape with a river, illuminated buildings, and a bridge.

13. Praxis CBR Boutique Hotel

Praxis CBR Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"This a spectacular hotel! Great location and such unique rooms! Plenty of space in our room and so many extra amenities from the heated floors to the rooftop breakfast and lounge. We only spent one night but we really wished we could have stayed more!"
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Praxis CBR Boutique Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a landscaped garden.

14. Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá

Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá
4.0 star property
Coimbra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (232 reviews)
"Nice breakfast"
Canada
Kevin
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel Coimbra Aeminium, Affiliated by Meliá
A building facade with a sign reading "PHARMACIA GUESTHOUSE".

15. Pharmacia Guest House

Pharmacia Guest House
4.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (142 reviews)
"The cutest hotel life stayed at ever location was excellent a little bit tricky to get there if you were driving, but the staff went above and beyond and helping us arrive"
Canada
Sheena
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Pharmacia Guest House
A room with a blue wall, a green sofa, a yellow armchair, a small round table, and a tall floor lamp.

16. ibis Coimbra Centro

ibis Coimbra Centro
2.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location near centre of town and really appreciated the on site parking - it’s a bit snug but still very useful. Good value accomodation with breakfast and bed was v comfortable. Staff very helpful."
United Kingdom
madeleine
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
ibis Coimbra Centro
A modern bedroom with a wooden interior, a bed with white linens, a built-in wardrobe, and a small bathroom with a sink and mirror.

17. Zero Box Lodge Coimbra

Zero Box Lodge Coimbra
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"Perfect location, great staff and a clean room."
United States
Lucas Machado
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Zero Box Lodge Coimbra
A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a vanity, and a view of the city through an arched window.

18. Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra

Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (487 reviews)
"A really characterful property, we loved the room and appreciated the fantastic service and the abundant breakfast."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Solar Antigo Luxury Coimbra
A luxurious bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a framed artwork on the wall.

19. Palácio São Silvestre - Boutique Hotel

Palácio São Silvestre - Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Coimbra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (231 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with pool and great breakfast ♥️"
United States
Salome
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Palácio São Silvestre - Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, two white beds with matching pillows, an orange throw blanket, and a wooden door.

20. Coimbra City Charm

Coimbra City Charm
3.0 star property
Coimbra City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (135 reviews)
"Shower room is too small. Location is good."
United Kingdom
Mei Lee
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Coimbra City Charm
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Stay near popular Santa Cruz attractions

A historic building with a clock tower, arched staircases, and a courtyard.

Coimbra University

9.4/10 (734 reviews)
Enjoy the views from the bell tower and visit the Baroque library in the former prison on the campus of one of Europe’s oldest universities.
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A historic cityscape with a river, a bridge, and a mix of colorful buildings.

Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

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Guest House Infante Dom Henrique

Guest House Infante Dom Henrique

10/10 Excellent
"Nice historic, centrally-located place. I stayed here for almost four weeks and loved coming 'home' to Infante Dom Henrique every night. I will stay here again on my next trip to Coimbra!! Thank you, GHIDH staff, for a wonderful stay!"
Brendan 25-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Guest House Infante Dom Henrique

More cheap accommodation in Santa Cruz

Guest House Infante Dom Henrique

Guest House Infante Dom Henrique

Rua Doutor Manuel Rodrigues, 43 Coimbra
The price is NZ$101 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$101
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (158 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Santa Cruz?
The best area to stay in Santa Cruz is along the beachfront, particularly around Praia de Santa Cruz and Praia da Física.

This area is the heart of Santa Cruz, offering direct access to the Atlantic Ocean and its expansive sandy beaches. The main promenade runs along these beaches, dotted with various cafes, restaurants, and shops. You'll find a relaxed, coastal village feel here, superb for those looking to unwind by the sea.

Couples often find the beachfront appealing for a relaxed getaway. You can enjoy romantic strolls along the shore, dine at ocean-view restaurants, and simply soak up the sun. The sound of the waves creates a naturally calming soundtrack to your stay.

Families will also appreciate the convenience of staying right by the beach. With easy access to the sand and sea, children can spend hours playing in the water or building sandcastles.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Santa Cruz.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Santa Cruz?
Prices for hotels in Santa Cruz often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$92 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.