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Zero Box Lodge Coimbra

45 Avenida Emídio Navarro
Rated 8.7 in 3664 reviews

Zero Box Lodge Coimbra offers a unique and innovative accommodation experience in the heart of Coimbra, Portugal. Housed in a repurposed former bank building, the hotel provides a distinct departure from conventional hospitality by embracing minimalism and creativity. The design concept focuses on simplicity and functionality, offering guests a memorable stay that breaks away from traditional hotel norms.

Each room at Zero Box Lodge Coimbra is designed as a wooden box, providing guests with a straightforward yet comfortable environment. The minimalist approach eliminates unnecessary distractions, promoting restful sleep and relaxation. The unusual configuration encourages guests to engage with the surrounding city, fostering a sense of adventure and exploration.

The hotel’s central location offers easy access to Coimbra's historic sites, cultural attractions, and vibrant local life. Guests can explore nearby iconic landmarks such as the University of Coimbra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as numerous museums, cafes, and shops that line the charming cobblestone streets.

Zero Box Lodge Coimbra also offers unique communal spaces, including a convivial bar that often hosts local events and performances, enhancing the social atmosphere of this engaging retreat. A casual restaurant is also present, providing meals that emphasize fresh, local ingredients.

As part of a creative and innovative hospitality brand, Zero Box Lodge Coimbra invites travelers to experience a refreshing take on accommodation, where simplicity and community are at the forefront. Guests seeking an unconventional stay with a focus on local engagement and discovery will find this hotel a compelling choice.

Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 16
Rain free days
February
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 14
Rain free days
March
 17°
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 18
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April
 19°
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 18
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May
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 21
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June
 25°
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Coimbra and near Zero Box Lodge Coimbra

University of Coimbra
University of Coimbra
Public university in Coimbra, Portugal
170m / 190yd
University of Coimbra
University of Coimbra
Public university in Coimbra, Portugal
230m / 250yd
Machado de Castro National Museum
Machado de Castro National Museum
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
340m / 370yd
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
280m / 310yd
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.5km / 0.32mi
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.5km / 0.32mi
Paço de Sub-Ripas
Paço de Sub-Ripas
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
340m / 370yd
Sé Nova de Coimbra
Sé Nova de Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
440m / 480yd
New Cathedral of Coimbra
New Cathedral of Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
440m / 480yd
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.35mi
Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
Museum in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.35mi
Biblioteca Joanina
Biblioteca Joanina
Baroque library in Coimbra, Portugal
150m / 170yd
Portugal dos Pequenitos
Portugal dos Pequenitos
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.4mi
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.8km / 0.5mi
Monastery of Celas
Monastery of Celas
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
1.7km / 1mi
Torre de Anto
Torre de Anto
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
400m / 430yd
Aqueduto de São Sebastião
Aqueduto de São Sebastião
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.5km / 0.32mi
Igreja de São Tiago
Igreja de São Tiago
Church building in Coimbra, Coimbra District, Portugal
360m / 390yd
Penedo da Saudade
Historical public garden in Coimbra, Portugal
1.2km / 0.72mi
Pelourinho de Coimbra
Pelourinho de Coimbra
Pillory in Coimbra, Portugal
1.1km / 0.69mi
Exploratório - Centro Ciência Viva de Coimbra
Exploratório - Centro Ciência Viva de Coimbra
Building in Coimbra, Portugal
1km / 0.62mi
Parque de Santa Cruz
Parque de Santa Cruz
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.8km / 0.52mi
Igreja de São João de Almedina
Igreja de São João de Almedina
Church building in Portugal
400m / 430yd
Parque Verde do Mondego
Parque Verde do Mondego
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
320m / 350yd
Igreja de São Bartolomeu, incluindo todo o seu património integrado
Igreja de São Bartolomeu, incluindo todo o seu património integrado
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
230m / 260yd
Palácio da Justiça de Coimbra
Palácio da Justiça de Coimbra
Court in Coimbra, Portugal
0.9km / 0.57mi
Porta e Torre de Almedina
Porta e Torre de Almedina
Tower in Coimbra, Portugal
280m / 310yd
Lapa dos Esteios
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
1.7km / 1mi
Barbacã Gate
Barbacã Gate
Arch in Coimbra, Portugal
300m / 330yd
Edifício Chiado
Edifício Chiado
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
270m / 290yd
Centro Interpretativo do Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha
Centro Interpretativo do Mosteiro de Santa Clara-a-Velha
0.6km / 0.38mi
Igreja da Graça
Igreja da Graça
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.8km / 0.5mi
Casa Museu Bissaya-Barreto
Casa Museu Bissaya-Barreto
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.7km / 0.45mi
Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
250m / 270yd
Capela de São Miguel
Capela de São Miguel
Chapel of the University of Coimbra in Coimbra, Portugal
180m / 200yd
Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
80m / 90yd
Ponte Pedonal Pedro e Inês
Ponte Pedonal Pedro e Inês
Footbridge in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.35mi
Tributo à Cidade de Coimbra
Tributo à Cidade de Coimbra
Sculpture by Celestino Alves André in Coimbra, Portugal
300m / 330yd
Parque Doutor Manuel Braga
Parque Doutor Manuel Braga
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
30m / 30yd
Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.7km / 0.46mi
Igreja do Convento de São Francisco
Igreja do Convento de São Francisco
Church in Coimbra, Portugal
0.7km / 0.44mi
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Esperança
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Esperança
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.9km / 0.56mi
Choupal National Forest
National Forest in Portugal
1.5km / 0.91mi
Fonte da Cheira
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
2km / 1.2mi
Casa-Museu Miguel Torga
Casa-Museu Miguel Torga
2.1km / 1.3mi

What to do in Coimbra and near Zero Box Lodge Coimbra

University of Coimbra
University of Coimbra
Public university in Coimbra, Portugal
170m / 190yd
University of Coimbra
University of Coimbra
Public university in Coimbra, Portugal
230m / 250yd
Machado de Castro National Museum
Machado de Castro National Museum
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
340m / 370yd
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
280m / 310yd
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.5km / 0.32mi
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Monastery of Santa Cruz
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.5km / 0.32mi
Paço de Sub-Ripas
Paço de Sub-Ripas
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
340m / 370yd
Sé Nova de Coimbra
Sé Nova de Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
440m / 480yd
New Cathedral of Coimbra
New Cathedral of Coimbra
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
440m / 480yd
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.35mi
Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
Museum in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.35mi
Biblioteca Joanina
Biblioteca Joanina
Baroque library in Coimbra, Portugal
150m / 170yd
Portugal dos Pequenitos
Portugal dos Pequenitos
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.6km / 0.4mi
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova
Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.8km / 0.5mi
Monastery of Celas
Monastery of Celas
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
1.7km / 1mi
Torre de Anto
Torre de Anto
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
400m / 430yd
Aqueduto de São Sebastião
Aqueduto de São Sebastião
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.5km / 0.32mi
Igreja de São Tiago
Igreja de São Tiago
Church building in Coimbra, Coimbra District, Portugal
360m / 390yd
Penedo da Saudade
Historical public garden in Coimbra, Portugal
1.2km / 0.72mi
Pelourinho de Coimbra
Pelourinho de Coimbra
Pillory in Coimbra, Portugal
1.1km / 0.69mi
Exploratório - Centro Ciência Viva de Coimbra
Exploratório - Centro Ciência Viva de Coimbra
Building in Coimbra, Portugal
1km / 0.62mi
Parque de Santa Cruz
Parque de Santa Cruz
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
0.8km / 0.52mi
Igreja de São João de Almedina
Igreja de São João de Almedina
Church building in Portugal
400m / 430yd
Parque Verde do Mondego
Parque Verde do Mondego
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
320m / 350yd
Igreja de São Bartolomeu, incluindo todo o seu património integrado
Igreja de São Bartolomeu, incluindo todo o seu património integrado
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
230m / 260yd
Palácio da Justiça de Coimbra
Palácio da Justiça de Coimbra
Court in Coimbra, Portugal
0.9km / 0.57mi
Porta e Torre de Almedina
Porta e Torre de Almedina
Tower in Coimbra, Portugal
280m / 310yd
Lapa dos Esteios
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
1.7km / 1mi
Barbacã Gate
Barbacã Gate
Arch in Coimbra, Portugal
300m / 330yd
Edifício Chiado
Edifício Chiado
Building or structure in Coimbra, Portugal
270m / 290yd

About Coimbra

Coimbra, a city rich in history and culture, offers a variety of experiences for visitors. One of the most significant attractions is the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest universities in Europe. Its stunning architecture and the impressive Joanina Library, with its ornate Baroque style and vast collection of books, are worth exploring.

Another notable site is the Old Cathedral of Coimbra, or Sé Velha, which features Romanesque architecture and provides insight into the city’s medieval past. Nearby, the New Cathedral, with its neoclassical design, offers a contrasting architectural experience.

Strolling through the Botanical Garden, a peaceful green space, allows visitors to enjoy a variety of plant species while taking in views of the city. The garden is an ideal spot for relaxation amidst nature.

Additionally, the Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha showcases Gothic architecture and tells the story of the city’s religious history. The site, which underwent significant restoration, offers guided tours that highlight its historical significance.

Coimbra's vibrant atmosphere can be experienced in its historic streets, where traditional shops and cafés invite visitors to try local delicacies, including the famous *pastéis de nata*. The city's riverfront along the Mondego River provides a picturesque setting for a leisurely walk, especially in the evening when the lights reflect off the water.

For those interested in cultural events, Coimbra is known for its Fado music, particularly the student version known as Fado de Coimbra. Attending a performance can provide a deeper understanding of the local culture and traditions.

In summary, Coimbra presents a blend of educational, historical, and cultural experiences that make it a unique destination in Portugal.




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