Hotel Quinta das Lagrimas - Small Luxury Hotels

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9.1 (2681 reviews)
Rua António Augusto Gonçalves , Coimbra , pt

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historic building and beautiful gardens
Large, attractive outdoor pool
Extremely friendly and helpful staff
Excellent breakfast and good restaurant
Great location for exploring Coimbra (walking distance)
Parking and spa available
Cons:
Some rooms are dated and need renovation
A few reports of dirtiness/neglect (gardens/pool) and inconsistent upkeep
Perceived poor value for money / overpriced restaurant
Not in the absolute city centre (about 10–15 minute walk for some)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.4
Mixed signals in reviews: several guests praised cleanliness, but a few strong complaints mention dirtiness and neglected gardens/pool at times, so slightly below excellent.
Service
10
Staff repeatedly described as extremely friendly, attentive and helpful (assisted with a car breakdown, consistently praised), supporting a top score.
Location
9.3
Frequently noted as ideal for exploring Coimbra; accessible to sights (some mention a 10–15 minute walk to the centre) — very strong location score.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms described as comfortable and large by many but also repeatedly called dated or in need of refurbishment, so good but not pristine.
Amenities
9.7
Beautiful gardens, large pool, spa, parking and a strong restaurant were highlighted; occasional issues (pool unattended/dirty dishes reported) but overall excellent.
Value for Money
7.3
Several guests felt the hotel did not match a 5-star level, calling it old/overpriced and criticising restaurant prices and perceived poor value.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Breakfast repeatedly described as excellent/very good and the restaurant praised by multiple guests, with only isolated negative comments.
Overall Experience
10
Many recommendations and strong positive impressions of the historic setting, gardens and hospitality led to an outstanding overall experience for most guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 08:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Quinta das Lágrimas boasts a range of exquisite room types, including Palace Rooms with a rich history, Garden Rooms with stunning garden views, and Spa Rooms offering picturesque landscapes.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in the finest seasonal dishes at the hotel's two restaurants, where fresh local ingredients from the estate are used. Pair your meal with a selection of local wines while dining al fresco in a charming setting.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind at the Bamboo Garden Spa with luxurious treatments or explore the vast library filled with ancient books. For active guests, enjoy the golf facilities that include a driving range and a 9-hole course.

Book now to experience the epitome of luxury at Hotel Quinta das Lágrimas.

Important information:

Please be advised that the Hotel will pre-authorize your card between the date of booking and 3 days before your arrival, the reservation will only be guaranteed upon presentation of a valid credit card.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LIS

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 2681 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.4
Service: 10
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 9.7
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 10
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Søren • extended_group • dk
10
Dejligt sted
Pros:

Dejlige værelser og fantastisk pool

Cons:

Ingen klager

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Baptiste • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • pt
3
Podia ser pior, mas não corresponde a um hotel de 5 estrelas!
Pros:

Pequeno almoço médio, quarto não corresponde a hotel de 5 estrelas ! Restaurantes para jantar e almoçar óptimos !

Cons:

Conforto do quarto...

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Marcela • couple • at
9
Märchenschloss und verwunschener Garten.
Pros:

Wohnen wie eine Prinzessin, umgeben von Kunstwerken. Traumhafter Park mit schönen Ecken. Personal extrem freundlich. Gute Lage für Erkunden der Altstadt und der Universität.

Cons:

Booking hat keine gute Wegbeschreibung. Zufahrt zur Rezeption durch das schmale Tor!

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Saad • couple • ps
10
Excellent location for relaxing
Pros:

The garden and history

Cons:

EV charging is limited to subscribers in Portugal

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The hotel was housed in a beautiful palace structure. The grounds were lovely and historical. The staff were fantastic. Food was excellent. The outdoor pool was lovely and the food service pool side was exceptional.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Mercedes • extended_group • pt
8
Cons:

O quarto é pequeno

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • fr
9
Un havre de paix !
Pros:

Établissement charmant et chargé d’histoire.
Des équipements parfait.
Un personnel attentionné

Cons:

Un séjour trop court 😉

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • fr
10
Excellent séjour dans un hôtel de charme
Pros:

Tout était parfait. L'accueil merveilleux !

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Sargis • couple • am
3
Pros:

In my opinion, the beautiful legend and historic castle aren't worth spending time here. The outdated rooms with non-working air conditioning and creaky floors are absolutely not worth 260 euros a night. We've stayed at five hotels in Portugal, and this is the worst by far.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Miguel • extended_group • es
8
Pros:

Amplios salones, antiguos pero con estilo decadente agradable.

Cons:

Cuartos de baño, zona de piscina y desayuno.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Haress • couple • pt
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Esther • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Heike • couple • de
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Bernardo • couple • pt
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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António • couple • pt
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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VITOR • couple • fr
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Parminder • family_with_children • ca
9
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • nl
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee