



Setúbal has long been one of those quietly rewarding corners of Portugal that rewards travellers who look beyond the obvious tourist trail, and Central Stay, 10 Min to Beach, By TimeCooler captures that spirit well. Positioned in the heart of this coastal city — gateway to the stunning Arrábida…
Who stays here
Couples
Spacious apartment near beach suits couples, though three-bedroom unit is larger than most couples need.
Solo travellers
Three-bedroom apartment is oversized and likely overpriced for solo travellers; better suited to groups.
Families
Three-bedroom apartment with pool, parking, and beach proximity is ideal for families exploring Setúbal.
Business travellers
WiFi and central location help, but apartment-style lodging lacks typical business amenities like a front desk.
Superb
Based on 11 verified guest reviews
Sonja
🇳🇱 Netherlands · Leisure · October 2025
"Nice spot"
Translated from Dutch
Liked
It is a lovely apartment in a quiet neighborhood, close to charming squares with good restaurants. The rooms and beds were fine, and the kitchen was fully equipped (although a paring knife was missing). The street looks a bit run-down in photos, but it certainly isn't. Nice neighbors. And you can park for free on the street at the top of the stairs (Ruo Batalha do Viso).
Disliked
The balcony was very small and not suitable for more than 3 people. And 1 extra toilet would have been nice (there were four of us, but with a full occupancy of 6 people that is a bit few).
NFV
🇪🇸 Spain · Leisure · September 2025
Translated from Spanish
Liked
We were 5 friends and a one-year-old baby, and we were very comfortable. The house is completely renovated and very clean. We only had breakfast there, but the kitchen is very well equipped. Down the street there are several restaurants where you can eat delicious barbecued fish. It's very close to the center; we walked there.
Ana Rita Vieira
🇵🇹 Portugal · Leisure · September 2025
"Great stay"
Translated from European Portuguese
Liked
Old house but completely renovated. Well equipped. It was a good stay. Good communication with the host.
Disliked
It's not that I didn't enjoy it, but it's just one minor point: being in an older part of the city, parking can be a little tricky, but nothing that detracts from the overall great stay.
Franco
🇵🇹 Portugal · Business · August 2025
Translated from European Portuguese
Liked
Great location
Disliked
Difficulty parking
Eva
🇵🇹 Portugal · Business · July 2025
"Very nice and well-decorated apartment."
Translated from European Portuguese
Liked
From the decoration
Disliked
The house lacked security. The back door wouldn't close.
Reviews sourced from Booking.com · 6 verified stays
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