Beira Rio
US$58
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Beira Rio
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US$58
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Beira Rio average US$46 in the cheapest month (January) and US$79 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$46 |
| February | US$48 |
| March | US$49 |
| April | US$55 |
| May | US$55 |
| June | US$59 |
| July | US$64 |
| August | US$79 |
| September | US$58 |
| October | US$52 |
| November | US$47 |
| December | US$51 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$79)
Cheapest: January (~US$46)
About this property
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 25 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and a turndown service, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Beira Rio, you'll be centrally located in Mertola, just a 4-minute walk from Church of the Assumption of Mary and 6 minutes by foot from Castle of Mertola. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Menagem Tower and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Museum of Mertola.
What's nearby
Church of the Assumption of Mary(0.2 Miles)
Castle of Mertola(0.3 Miles)
Museum of Mertola(0.3 Miles)
Menagem Tower(0.3 Miles)
Pulo do Lobo(18.2 Miles)
Iglesia de Sanlucar de Guadiana(24.8 Miles)
Menhires de Lavajo(25.8 Miles)
Cerro do Lobo(26.4 Miles)
Royal Basilica of Castro Verde(27.2 Miles)
Hermitage of the Immaculate Conception(29.5 Miles)
Museum of Sacred Art(29.5 Miles)
Alcoutim Castle(29.5 Miles)
Chapel of St. Anthony(29.6 Miles)
Pego Fundo River Beach(29.9 Miles)
Old Castle of Alcoutim(30.6 Miles)
The preferred airport for Beira Rio is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO)(82.1 Miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Cycling
Fishing
Location
Rua Dr. Afonso Costa Nº 108, Mertola, Portugal
Church of the Assumption of Mary (0.2 Miles)
Castle of Mertola (0.3 Miles)
Museum of Mertola (0.3 Miles)
Menagem Tower (0.3 Miles)
Pulo do Lobo (18.2 Miles)
Iglesia de Sanlucar de Guadiana (24.8 Miles)
Room options
5
Comfort Single Room, River View
Room details
1 Double Bed
1 Single Bed
172 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
5
Comfort Triple Room, River View
Room details
3× Single Beds
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
323 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
12
Family Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 4
376 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
7
Double Or Twin Room (Castle View)
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
13
Comfort Double Or Twin Room, River View
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Sofa Bed
3
Single Room, 1 Twin Bed
Room details
1 Single Bed
118 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
1
Basic Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
Guest reviews of Beira Rio
8.3
Very good
Based on 1,216 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
53%
Family
25%
Group
13%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Beira Rio, travellers praise the scenic riverside location near the castle and the friendly staff, while noting basic, sometimes dated rooms; generally good cleanliness; a small pool shared with Hotel Museu; and occasional noise or climate-control issues.
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What guests think
At Beira Rio, travellers praise the scenic riverside location near the castle and the friendly staff, while noting basic, sometimes dated rooms; generally good cleanliness; a small pool shared with Hotel Museu; and occasional noise or climate-control issues.
Many rooms have balconies with river views, but several guests found beds small and missed an in-room fridge. Breakfast is often praised for quality and value, though on-site dining is limited and restaurants in town can be scarce out of season. Parking feedback is mixed, and overall this is a straightforward budget base for exploring Mertola.
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Facilities
Small outdoor pool and a riverside terrace are appreciated but limited in size; facilities are shared with the neighbouring Hotel Museu, including a bar area. Parking feedback ranges from easy street spaces to limited or awkward options.
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Robert
26 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
4
Yvonne
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Joana
10 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Correu tudo bem, é um bom sítio para visitar o hotel está bem localizado em termos de estacionamento poderia haver mais opções.
Correu tudo bem, é um bom sítio para visitar o hotel está bem localizado em termos de estacionamento poderia haver mais opções.
10
Melissa
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
8
Jaime
19 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
10
Ana
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel com quartos básicos e já um pouco antiquados, mas ainda assim confortáveis. A piscina, embora pequena, é uma vantagem e tem bastante espaço para descansar (só é pena que alguns pais considerem aceitável que os filhos se sirvam da piscina incomodando os outros utilizadores...). De uma forma geral, é uma excelente opção e voltarei a este hotel.
Hotel com quartos básicos e já um pouco antiquados, mas ainda assim confortáveis. A piscina, embora pequena, é uma vantagem e tem bastante espaço para descansar (só é pena que alguns pais considerem aceitável que os filhos se sirvam da piscina incomodando os outros utilizadores...). De uma forma geral, é uma excelente opção e voltarei a este hotel.
10
Ana
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
8
Yaroslaff
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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VANDA
6 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
O geral bem. Vale a paisagem e o pequeno almoço. A falta de Ac no quarto depois com dias seguidos de mais de 33 graus é inaceitável, queixei me que mao funcionava no quarto 203 mams não obtive resposta. Têm 2 copos de água na cómoda mas a garrafinha de água que seria lógico e agradável nunca a vimos. No bar exterior chegamos a ficar 20 minutos à espera de ser atendidos. Piscina agradável mas pequena para tanas pessoas. Wifi muito instável.
O geral bem. Vale a paisagem e o pequeno almoço. A falta de Ac no quarto depois com dias seguidos de mais de 33 graus é inaceitável, queixei me que mao funcionava no quarto 203 mams não obtive resposta. Têm 2 copos de água na cómoda mas a garrafinha de água que seria lógico e agradável nunca a vimos. No bar exterior chegamos a ficar 20 minutos à espera de ser atendidos. Piscina agradável mas pequena para tanas pessoas. Wifi muito instável.
6
Barrie
24 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are generally clean, with several guests praising overall tidiness. A few noted issues such as shower mold, bathroom odors, or ants.
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scott
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
10
Edward
6 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Fantastic very clean
Fantastic very clean
10
Melissa
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
8
Susan
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
While the room was clean, neat and comfortable, the bathroom could use some improvement as there was mold in the shower and the bidet was missing a nozzle.
While the room was clean, neat and comfortable, the bathroom could use some improvement as there was mold in the shower and the bidet was missing a nozzle.
10
Ana
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
10
Sue
15 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Lee
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Elena
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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André
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, very clean.
Great staff, very clean.
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MARÍA JESÚS
15 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Buena relación calidad-precio. La habitación era muy espaciosa y tenía una buena terraza sobre el río, aunque otras habitaciones eran más pequeñas, pero todas muy limpias.
Buena relación calidad-precio. La habitación era muy espaciosa y tenía una buena terraza sobre el río, aunque otras habitaciones eran más pequeñas, pero todas muy limpias.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and often small, though some are spacious and several have balconies with river views; decor can feel dated. Guests report small or firm beds, thin walls and occasional noise, limited climate control, and a frequent lack of in-room fridges.
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Virginia
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
chambre propre agréable. manque un frigo et.lit un peu trop dur.
chambre propre agréable. manque un frigo et.lit un peu trop dur.
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Yvonne
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Melissa
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
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Jaime
19 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
10
Ana
18 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
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Farah
8 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel con mucho ruido de los trabajadoras, la cama incómoda , no hay nevera , se escucha ruido casa rato , no descansas , no es nada cómodo
Hotel con mucho ruido de los trabajadoras, la cama incómoda , no hay nevera , se escucha ruido casa rato , no descansas , no es nada cómodo
10
Tina
15 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Lee
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Janet
22 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little hotel however rooms are very small and the walls paper thin. Check in was barely polite.
Nice little hotel however rooms are very small and the walls paper thin. Check in was barely polite.
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Trevor
16 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful. Some guests experienced lapses such as slow or impersonal check-in, bar wait times, or disruptive maintenance.
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Helena
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Depois de subir umas 12 escadas para fazer Chek in diz num papel ir para hotel ao lado! Mau e pouco Estacionamento. Pessoal simpático. Quarto com duas camas quando solicitamos casal. Foto tinha duas janelas e espaçoso! Não era o nosso. Depois de entrar no quarto passado 20 minutos pediram para entrar pq tinham que arranjar a caldeira do hotel… atravessaram o nosso pequeno espaço duas pessoas para irem ao terraço arranjar a caldeira …quando saíram disseram daqui a 15 minutos temos que vir novamente a caldeira…. Boa estadia! Nunca mais!
Depois de subir umas 12 escadas para fazer Chek in diz num papel ir para hotel ao lado! Mau e pouco Estacionamento. Pessoal simpático. Quarto com duas camas quando solicitamos casal. Foto tinha duas janelas e espaçoso! Não era o nosso. Depois de entrar no quarto passado 20 minutos pediram para entrar pq tinham que arranjar a caldeira do hotel… atravessaram o nosso pequeno espaço duas pessoas para irem ao terraço arranjar a caldeira …quando saíram disseram daqui a 15 minutos temos que vir novamente a caldeira…. Boa estadia! Nunca mais!
10
George
21 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,339 nights
Over the last few years I have stayed here many times when I visit family in the area. As always, the rooms are clean the views are great and the staff is friendly and accommodating. It's my home away from home!
Over the last few years I have stayed here many times when I visit family in the area. As always, the rooms are clean the views are great and the staff is friendly and accommodating. It's my home away from home!
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George
29 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Great staff.
Great location. Great staff.
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Sue
15 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Ronald
19 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Tina
15 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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VANDA
6 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
O geral bem. Vale a paisagem e o pequeno almoço. A falta de Ac no quarto depois com dias seguidos de mais de 33 graus é inaceitável, queixei me que mao funcionava no quarto 203 mams não obtive resposta. Têm 2 copos de água na cómoda mas a garrafinha de água que seria lógico e agradável nunca a vimos. No bar exterior chegamos a ficar 20 minutos à espera de ser atendidos. Piscina agradável mas pequena para tanas pessoas. Wifi muito instável.
O geral bem. Vale a paisagem e o pequeno almoço. A falta de Ac no quarto depois com dias seguidos de mais de 33 graus é inaceitável, queixei me que mao funcionava no quarto 203 mams não obtive resposta. Têm 2 copos de água na cómoda mas a garrafinha de água que seria lógico e agradável nunca a vimos. No bar exterior chegamos a ficar 20 minutos à espera de ser atendidos. Piscina agradável mas pequena para tanas pessoas. Wifi muito instável.
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André
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, very clean.
Great staff, very clean.
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Janet
22 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little hotel however rooms are very small and the walls paper thin. Check in was barely polite.
Nice little hotel however rooms are very small and the walls paper thin. Check in was barely polite.
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Helder
5 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Funcionários prontos e disponíveis , sempre com um sorriso
Funcionários prontos e disponíveis , sempre com um sorriso
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Location
Riverside setting near the old town and castle is a highlight, with easy walking access to sights and broad views. Some note dining areas are a short walk and options can be limited out of season; river activities are close by.
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Marco
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very good location, you can directly rent kayak and swim on the river, Room might need remodeling
Very good location, you can directly rent kayak and swim on the river, Room might need remodeling
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Robert
26 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Carol
30 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly local hotel. Great base for birdwatching and exploring. River and castle views and staff were very helpful.
Friendly local hotel. Great base for birdwatching and exploring. River and castle views and staff were very helpful.
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Melissa
16 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
Arrêt d’une nuit pour pouvoir visiter la magnifique petite ville de Mertola. Avoir su que c’était aussi magique, avec l’accès au parc et à de nombreux sentiers de randonnée, nous aurions prolongé le séjour. Bel hôtel, bien aménagé. Salle de bain moderne et propre. Jolie chambre avec balcon et vue sur la rivière. Stationnement sur rue facile en novembre et localisation parfaite pour découvrir la ville à pied.
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Jaime
19 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
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Sue
15 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Angela
23 Mar 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
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!
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!
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Marco
21 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bella struttura con bella vista su fiume e castello. Peccato che la domenica a Mertola quasi tutti i ristoranti siano chiusi, almeno in maggio.
Bella struttura con bella vista su fiume e castello. Peccato che la domenica a Mertola quasi tutti i ristoranti siano chiusi, almeno in maggio.
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Barrie
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Trevor
16 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for being tasty and good value. On-site options are limited to a snack bar or kiosk, and several guests found restaurants in town scarce or closed out of season.
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scott
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Christopher
13 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful view, friendly staff, lovely breakfast. Will definitely return!
Beautiful view, friendly staff, lovely breakfast. Will definitely return!
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peter
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean & quiet. Palm Sunday complicated matters with most restaurants closed in town. Kiosk operated by hotel adequate for meal but very basic.
Clean & quiet. Palm Sunday complicated matters with most restaurants closed in town. Kiosk operated by hotel adequate for meal but very basic.
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Bert
8 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Leuk hotel en leuk stadje. Alles op loopafstand. Bedden waren minder goed waardoor we niet al te best geslapen hebben. Goed ontbijt.
Leuk hotel en leuk stadje. Alles op loopafstand. Bedden waren minder goed waardoor we niet al te best geslapen hebben. Goed ontbijt.
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Jaime
19 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
A pocos minutos del castillo y en el borde del río. La habitación era espaciosa, con buenas vistas y el desayuno muy completo. Tiene parking propio, aunque en la calle no hay problema.
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Ana
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
Não sendo a primeira vez no hotel Beira Rio, continuo a considerar que tem uma excelente relação qualidade-preço. Quartos simples e pequenos, mas muito limpos e com o que é essencial: uma boa cama e um chuveiro com água farta. A pequena piscina é uma enorme vantagem no calor tórrido. Pontos menos positivos este ano: um atendimento menos cuidadoso na receção e o aumento do preço do pequeno almoço, o que fez nem sequer considerar essa hipótese.
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Angela
23 Mar 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
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!
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!
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elisabeth
18 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Heel fijne, nette accomodatie Heerlijk eten, prima ontbijt
Heel fijne, nette accomodatie Heerlijk eten, prima ontbijt
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Ronald
19 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Marco
21 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bella struttura con bella vista su fiume e castello. Peccato che la domenica a Mertola quasi tutti i ristoranti siano chiusi, almeno in maggio.
Bella struttura con bella vista su fiume e castello. Peccato che la domenica a Mertola quasi tutti i ristoranti siano chiusi, almeno in maggio.
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Sven-Harald
22 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel with very friendly staff
Very nice hotel with very friendly staff
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Andrew
2 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was small, basic but clean and had a great view over the river. There were no facilities here, they were in the sister hotel next door.
Room was small, basic but clean and had a great view over the river. There were no facilities here, they were in the sister hotel next door.
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André
30 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, very clean.
Great staff, very clean.
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Susan
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
While the room was clean, neat and comfortable, the bathroom could use some improvement as there was mold in the shower and the bidet was missing a nozzle.
While the room was clean, neat and comfortable, the bathroom could use some improvement as there was mold in the shower and the bidet was missing a nozzle.
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Yvonne
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
FAQs about Beira Rio
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange this transfer by contacting the property in advance.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific accessibility needs.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Mertola, just a 4-minute walk from the Church of the Assumption of Mary and 6 minutes by foot from the Castle of Mertola. It is also 0.4 miles from Menagem Tower and 0.5 miles from the Museum of Mertola.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests to enjoy.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age. Specific age limits may apply, so guests are encouraged to check with the property.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 12.50 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required for availability.
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The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 12.5 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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