Se Nova Hotels with Airport pickup service

During my travels I always choose hotels with pools, as I like to relax in them in the morning and in the afternoon after exploring. That was also the case here in Coimbra. But, shortly after booking that hotel with a pool by Mondego river, I cancelled it when I saw pics of Solar Antigo. I sacrificed the pool and did the right thing. Solar Antigo is an amazing boutique hotel with a luxury touch. It consists of series of rooms in several historical buildings in old Coimbra, on top of the hill, close to the University. Each room is individually designed with amazing attention to details. Every inch of the room is carefully planned and beautiful with stylish furniture. We booked the ordinary room, but got an upgrade for a two level Jacuzzi room (probably God's compensation for that pool). The staff is so kind and welcoming - they waited for us almost until midnight to arrive. They provide free parking by the hotel in that tiny uphill street. Amazing views of Coimbra from your window. Breakfast is served in a basket and delivered to your room in the morning. You have 2 TVs, AC, bathrobe, coffee machine and a refrigerator with complimentary cooled bottle of champagne and couple of beers - unbelievable and unseen for a price of around 70 Euros a night for two people. The only problem is finding this jewel, specially at night when we arrived. But once there, all Coimbra attractions are in a very close walking distance. I must emphasize in terms of quality/price/location, Solar Antigo is one of the best hotels I've stayed in my 30 years of travel being in 500+ hotels in over 80 countries on all continents.

Located in Coimbra, Penedo da Saudade Suites & Hostel is in the historical district, a 5-minute walk from Seminário Maior de Coimbra and 12 minutes by foot from Coimbra University. This hostel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Monastery of Celas and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Torre de Anto.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include multilingual staff and refrigerator in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

A stay at this aparthotel places you in the heart of Coimbra, within a 5-minute walk of Torre de Anto and Museu Nacional Machado de Castro. This spa aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Museu da Ciência and 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Coimbra University.Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.Take advantage of the aparthotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A flat-screen television with cable programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a minibar, and housekeeping is provided daily.