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Beira Rio

3.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop

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Exterior
Property amenity
Family Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Family Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Rua Dr. Afonso Costa No. 108, Mertola, 7750-352
  • Place, Church of the Assumption of Mary
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of Mertola
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Mertola
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Single Room, River View

  • 172 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Castle View) | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room (Castle View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Triple Room, River View | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room, River View

  • 323 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Mertola

Located within a 5-minute walk of Church of the Assumption of Mary, Beira Rio is within a 15-minute stroll of Castle of Mertola. This 25-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Church of the Assumption of Mary - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Menagem Tower - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Castle of Mertola - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Museum of Mertola - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Quinta do Vale Golf - 61 min drive - 43.5 miles

Getting around

  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O Salvador - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Novo San Remo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Guadiana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pastelaria Ninho Doce - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café O Cantinho - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Beira Rio

Riverwalk hotel with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop
Beira Rio offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Desks are also included.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Exterior
Hotel Museu
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 227 reviews
$60 nightly
The price is $64
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Museu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 12.5 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 12.5 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Beira Rio Hotel Mertola
Beira Rio Mertola
Beira Rio Hotel
Beira Rio Mertola
Beira Rio Hotel Mertola

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Beira Rio?

Beira Rio offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Beira Rio?

Located steps from Castle of Mertola, this hotel is in Mertola, and within a 10-minute walk of Museum of Mertola and Menagem Tower.

Is parking available on site at Beira Rio?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Beira Rio include a casino at the property?

No, Beira Rio doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Beira Rio?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Beira Rio?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Beira Rio have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Beira Rio feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Beira Rio serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Beira Rio allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Beira Rio.

Does Beira Rio have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beira Rio?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy river or city views.

Beira Rio Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 280 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No sleep, no parking, fake 3 stars!

Very old hotel. No parking on arrival was directed to park a large BMW on a ravine edge by the receptionist. This hotel is not a 3 star it a 1 star, it’s a con as they share a reception with the Museo Hotel next door which is a 3 star. Also be prepared to be kept awake till 2am by thumping music from the rooftop bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lee

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room is much older than the posted pictures. Room was very hot and the AC was very weak, took 10hr to cool off the room enough to sleep. In the evening, ants covered the room's table. Poor night of sleep due to hot room and ants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & quiet. Palm Sunday complicated matters with most restaurants closed in town. Kiosk operated by hotel adequate for meal but very basic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Elena

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service

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
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Barrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yaroslaff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

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

Good stay

Very good location, you can directly rent kayak and swim on the river, Room might need remodeling
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Julio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good enough for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

VALERIA

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Friendly local hotel

Friendly local hotel. Great base for birdwatching and exploring. River and castle views and staff were very helpful.
View from front door
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Balcony as big as a basketball court!
Pool with a view
View from balcony
House Martin in flight
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Balcony as big as a basketball court!
Pool with a view
View from balcony
House Martin in flight
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

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

Great location, excellent value

brilliant spot for a birding break, good value, great breakfasts, close to castle and old town. Only snag was lack of heating and a dodgy wardrobe door. No restaurant which meant limited options out of season. Watching the 40+ Azure winged magpies come to roost every evening made up for anything else!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel however rooms are very small and the walls paper thin. Check in was barely polite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The bed was small for two people. Otherwise amazing area. Beautiful terrace
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, friendly staff, lovely breakfast. Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ronald

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023