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Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel

4.0 star property

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20, Coimbra, 3000-001
  • Place, Santa Cruz Church
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Biblioteca Joanina
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Coimbra University
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Single Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room, Pool View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Junior Suite

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Single Room, Pool View

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Junior Suite (3 Adults)

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room (3 Adults)

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Twin Room, Pool View (3 Adults)

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Suite (2 Adults + 2 Children)

Family Suite (2 Adults + 2 Children)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Coimbra

A stay at Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel places you in the heart of Coimbra, within a 15-minute walk of Santa Cruz Church and CAV. .This spa hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Centro de Artes Visuais and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Edificio Chiado.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fado ao Centro - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old Cathedral of Coimbra - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Biblioteca Joanina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Coimbra University - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Coimbra Station - 14 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Garrafeira Baga - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Don Chacho'b - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cova Funda O Espanhol - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪O Garfinho à Portuguesa - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel

Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel offers 229 accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Coimbra hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.
Satsanga Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 229 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy international cuisine at Versatil, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Coimbra? This hotel has 1000 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Versatil - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Inevitavel - This restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Euphoria - Onsite bar.
Pool Bar - This poolside bar serves light fare only.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 11 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Euphoria
  • Inevitavel
  • Pool Bar
  • Versatil

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 11.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 10.00 per day
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 880

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Vila Galé Coimbra
Vila Galé Coimbra Hotel
Vila Galé Hotel Coimbra
Vila Galé Coimbra Hotel
Vila Galé Coimbra Coimbra
Vila Galé Coimbra Hotel Coimbra

Vila Gale Coimbra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 988 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 988 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 988 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 988 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 988 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA, Fresno

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good news and bad news. Good news: We had a broken suitcase handle when we arrived. On mention to the concierge, the maintenance man arrived in 5 minutes with toolbox in hand and in another 5 minutes he had it fixed. Yay! Five stars to that guy! Bad news: my wife and I had a couples massage and were charged double the price quoted to me. I felt ripped off. That marred a wonderful stay. So only four stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very helpful and rooms were very clean. Hotel is lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Nothing special, similar to what you find in an USA city hotel. The breakfast was extra special. If you can't find something to eat then you don't like breakfast. The hotel validated the parking ticket for the garage below the hotel. The parking garage included about a dozen spots to charge an EV.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Normand

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean. Buffet supper was cold, we did get a refund for the supper.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosario

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

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay here. We stayed in a suite with the extra beds for our kids. It was clean and comfortable. The pool was great. 15 min walk to the old town of Coimbra was the only drawback. Also, limited food options at the property and immediate surroundings on a Sunday We would stay again though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zi Ren

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard J

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

University City

Good location, walkable to old city center and University top of hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with all the amenities in beautiful Coimbra. Nice pool area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and beautiful pool. AC not good - barely worked. Not enough pool chairs - had to sit in the grass. Bed and pillows were very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a family visit or conference. My only complaint is thin walls, and much of the public, regardless of nationality, seems to have forgotten what it means to stay in a shared space while speaking in hushed tones. The people who work here are caring and kind, but hotel guests need some training.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nathalie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pool area is great. The rooms are uncomfortable the ac is so old it does not work properly we wetlre sweating throughout the night. The parking is very tight and not thought out. The staff was very unhelpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great outside pool area overlooking the river, staff very friendly. Just a short walk from the bus station and 10 minute walk to train station. 10 minute walk to the old town. Rooms were ok, clean & comfortable. Balcony did not have any furniture Buffet breakfast had a good range of hot and cold food. Some nice cafes opposite the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri-Ann

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful like the pictures, but the buffet is overpriced. My travel companions loved the themed buffet nights, but I ordered from the menu (which was limited). The AC would have to be reset by the front desk everytime we removed the key from the power slot and one night several rooms lost power for an unknown reason... so I woke up to no AC and I had to get dressed for my conference by cell phone flash light.... When I asked to speak with the manager, I was told that she was not there... no apology, explanation, or offer to make amends for the inconvenience! The room was ALWAY cleaned excellently! The AC was very cold and the remote only worked sometimes so I had to call the front desk often for them to fix it. But they did not alway answer the phone? I am not sure why, but I had a hard time reaching any services... room service, the spa, the front desk. No one consistently answered their extension. I stayed here with 14 students and 4 coworkers so we had like 10 rooms but we experienced similar issues. The spa was very reasonably priced. I recommend using the steam room, sauna, hot tub, and indoor pool... by 8p because they literally asked me to leave the pool at 8p (even though the front desk guy said that the pool closed at 9p). Different people give you different information. For example, the bartender told us that we had to leave the lobby tables because we had outside food. When I asked at the front desk, they said we could our food anywhere!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HELEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Lovely pool. Great views over river
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025