Perched by the river, Beira Rio offers an idyllic retreat with a rooftop terrace, coffee shop/cafe, and garden. Take a boat tour or go kayaking on site, then relax at the outdoor pool or enjoy light fare at the restaurant - all while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Torre do Rio - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Largo Luís de Camões - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Castle of Mertola - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Museum of Mertola - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 107 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
O Salvador - 4 min walk
Restaurante Novo SanRemo - 6 min walk
Restaurante O Repucho - 9 min walk
Café O Cantinho - 3 min walk
Café Guadiana - 3 min walk
About this property
Beira Rio
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Beira Rio. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Free offsite parking nearby
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Kayaking
Canoeing
Boat tours
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This bar serves light fare only.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 12.5 per night
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Beira Rio Hotel Mertola
Beira Rio Mertola
Beira Rio Hotel
Beira Rio Mertola
Beira Rio Hotel Mertola
Frequently asked questions
Does Beira Rio offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Beira Rio does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Beira Rio?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Beira Rio?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Beira Rio?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Beira Rio?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Beira Rio?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Beira Rio and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, rowing, and boat tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Beira Rio?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Beira Rio like?
Beira Rio is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana and 5 minutes' walk from Castle of Mertola.
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Beira Rio Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2025
Clean & quiet. Palm Sunday complicated matters with most restaurants closed in town. Kiosk operated by hotel adequate for meal but very basic.
peter
peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 9, 2025
Just OK
Good location but old hotel. Bathroom smells like sewer and the television was not in good working order.
Was ok for a 1 night stay en route to Porto
Elena
Elena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2023
Great location. Great staff.
George
George, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2024
Beautiful view, friendly staff, lovely breakfast. Will definitely return!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2024
Friendly local hotel
Friendly local hotel. Great base for birdwatching and exploring. River and castle views and staff were very helpful.
Carol
Carol, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
Good stay
Very good location, you can directly rent kayak and swim on the river,
Room might need remodeling
Marco
Marco, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2023
A great budget option for exploring the town. There is a beautiful pool and terrace overlooking the river. Good for walking to the sights; very quiet here.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2024
Beautiful little hotel shared with the Museu hotel. We had a side balcony overlooking the river, pool and terrace. Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Staff were lovely and helpful. The location was perfect for exploring the town. I would totally recommend this hotel.
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2024
Good enough for one night
Julio
Julio, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2024
Great small village. Hotel is ok but was bit disappointed with the size of pool. In the photo it looked bigger. However the river is at walking distance which offers some water activities to do and for a dip.
Yaroslaff
Yaroslaff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2023
Fantastic very clean
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2024
Nice little hotel however rooms are very small and the walls paper thin. Check in was barely polite.
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2024
The bed was small for two people. Otherwise amazing area. Beautiful terrace
Jesse
Jesse, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2022
Stumbled upon this lovely hotel while travelling across the countryside … what a gem this is. The rooms are small but very comfortable. We had a fever view and it was wonderful. The staff are friendly and helpful. We will be back.
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2024
Great Location. Great Value.
Wonderful location with view over river and at base of steps up to the town and castle. Balcony the size of a small apartment. Comfortable bed. Shame a fridge isn’t supplied as, even in April, the temperature is in the thirties. Lovely to buy food from the hotel snack bar and eat on balcony watching the house martins dive and glide!
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2023
A clean, comfortable convenient place.
I found the accommodation to be comfortable, clean and convenient. The add-on breakfast buffet was also a good value. My only complaint was that no one was there for me to check in for at least five or 10 minutes. Supposedly you could check in until 10 PM and I arrived at about 9:15 PM, other than that my three night stay, there was very good.
Ronald
Ronald, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 24, 2024
This hotel shares management and facilities (e.g. pool) with the Hotel Museu next door. Between the two is a bar area. We discovered that if you stay at the Museu you can put bar drinks on your bill, but if you are staying in the Beira Rio you have to pay at the bar. The pool and pool area were not crowded when we were there. Our room on the ground floor was adequate for a couple of nights. The view over the River Guadiana was good and the evening river trip (20euro pp) up and down the river was a nice excursion. The church/castle/archealogical dig at the top of the hill makes an excellent visit. Most restaurants are near the roundabout coming into Mertola so a little bit of a walk.
Barrie
Barrie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 19, 2024
normal
Fernando
Fernando, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 25, 2024
Whatever
We visited Mertola in late February, not prime tourist season but was still busy with tourists. Our overall impression, based on some of the local proprietors we encountered, those with us foreigners with limited Portuguese language skills should perhaps visit elsewhere. The hotel itself was very clean but basic (amazing water pressure in the shower though!). Big thanks shout out to the woman who runs the patio/bar snack bar at the Rio Biero and Hotel Museu. It was a Saturday night and it appeared most, if not all restaurants in the village were closed for dinner that night. She went out of her way to discreetly make us something to eat that evening!
scott
scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
chambre propre agréable. manque un frigo et.lit un peu trop dur.
Virginia
Virginia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Hotel 3* mas tem catgoria de 5*
Fui à descoberta e encontrei um lugar espetacular que vou voltar em familia se deus quiser.