Located in the historic center of Mértola, Museu offers picturesque views of the Guadiana River and free WiFi. Next to the reception of the property is a museum showing archaeological excavation work....
This charming guest house provides rooms that offer scenic views of the Guadiana River or of the whitewashed town of Mértola. The Beira Rio has its own boat for tours of the Guadiana River.
Jeanette
Netherlands
Nice clean hotel in the center of the city. Very clean, quiet and had a comfortable bed. The breakfast was good with plenty of choices. We had a view over the rivet and there's a place to order snacks and drinks by the riverside. We'll be back!
Offering a terrace and views of the village and of the Guadiana River, Casa do Funil is located in the heart of Mértola's historic center in the Alentejo Region.
Beau
United States of America
Paula was incredibly helpful and friendly. She gave us tons of information on the area/ things to do/ restaurants, and she was available to answer our questions. Could not have been more pleasant to us.
Providing free Wifi, parking on-site, and pool with a view, the recently renovated property Mértola Natural - Monte da Eirinha offers rooms in Mértola, 16 miles from Menhirs of Lavajo and 22 miles...
Casas de Mértola 32 offers accommodations in Mértola, 19 miles from Menhirs of Lavajo and 25 miles from Nossa Senhora da Conceição Church.
Tokusan
United States of America
cozy, great location, clean, very functional little kitchen. Stupidly locked ourselves out and Marta came to hell right away, very appreciative of her.
Located in the Guadiana Valley Natural Park, 4.7 mi from the picturesque town of Mértola, Horta da Quinta offers an outdoor swimming pool, a gym and a hot tub. Free WiFi is available.
Pamela
United States of America
It was away from town and in more of a farm type setting. There was a nice pool and the rooms were pleasant. Breakfast was good.
Perfect area to roam around for a couple of days. Hiking trails. Museums. Restaurants. We drove around the beautiful area. We stayed for a weekend and had plenty of things to do and good restaurants.
Linda
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Mértola is an ancient town, dating back to at least Roman...
Mértola is an ancient town, dating back to at least Roman times, full of interesting history, well worth reading up on by those interested. The castle and old church are open to the public and well worth a visit. It has its own charm, full of restaurants, many with traditional cuisine and really good value. The surrounding countryside is a mix of steppe grasslands, woodland and some fascinating rocky hills and gorges. I have a great interest in wildlife and in this area there are a number of rare birds, such as Great and Little Bustards, which can be seen in the steppe areas, especially early in the mornings. I was lucky to get some photos of the Great Bustard, see below. There are also Spanish Imperial Eagles breeding here, one of the rarest eagles in Europe and the rare Lesser Kestrel can be seen flying around the castle in the town.
Tom
Ireland
10
Scored 10
Beautiful small city, breathtaking views, friendly people,...
Beautiful small city, breathtaking views, friendly people, good fairly priced food. We stayed at Alojamento Oasis in a perfect selfcatering room, with view over the Guadiana river. All for 20 euros per night!
Marius
Portugal
10
Scored 10
Wonderful to stay for a few days, just park the car and walk...
Wonderful to stay for a few days, just park the car and walk the rest of the holiday, you can cycle, canoe, walk by the river, go and have a meal, seat in a cafe and have a drink, very pretty and lots of little traditional details, some beautiful architecture, plenty of shops to buy food and restaurants, go on a boat trip up and down the river, wake up hearing the sheeps bells rambling on the river margin and watch the sunset hearing the shrills of the swallows and relax.
Ana
Portugal
10
Scored 10
Mértola was a great little town that serves as an excellent...
Mértola was a great little town that serves as an excellent base to explore the southern Alentejo. They have a great castle also an archaeological dig. Alot of restaurantes to chose from and great views of the river from many points.
Theo
Portugal
6.0
Scored 6.0
Mértola has always had a serious problem of self-marketing.
Mértola has always had a serious problem of self-marketing. They have a very nice islamic museum (the only in the entire country). Yet is is closed for works, ... in high season.
The castle is closed at precisely the times (lower sun) when it would offer the greatest views on this marvellous town. And there is nothing else so exciting so see there, except the medieval cistern, etc. So. why close it at all, and charge money?
The Mosque is the only surviving one in the entire country, i.e. the Portuguese didn't destroy it so much. So it can easily be recognised as a Mosque. But yet: it is also hardly ever open (it is a church, obviously).
So, you bring all kind of people from everywhere into this magic little city on the edges of Portugal, just in order that they stand all the time facing closed doors. This situation has indeed been worsening. Before, the castle was simply not gated and everybody knew who could let you into the Church-Mosque.
It is so embarrassing.
This is an idyllic location. Quiet, remote, near the top of the rust coloured hills of Alentejo. A big friendly dog called Cali. I think there are only three guest rooms. Swimming pool immaculate. Meals can be had in nearby Mertola. Eggs from local hens for breakfast (their progenitor may have woken you). Not a place for children, as the only things to do are to read, cement relationships or simply stare into the distance with a meditative air.
We were welcomed by Joao, a great host, who provided breakfast and helpful information for us. For example, he had books for us about birds and other wildlife when he found out that we are nature enthusiasts and he gave us hiking maps as well. The Guest House is fabulous and equipped with everything one can wish. Great restored house with lots of charme in the old town of Mertola!
We loved our stay!
Casa da Tia is a very nice guesthouse with an incredible atmosphere. The rooms are nice, the beds perfect, the lightning, wifi, ... very good. Staff helps out where they can, there is a restaurant nearby from the same owner, the view on Mértola (15 min walk) incredible and I appreciate the fact that we can use the kitchen.
The Hotel was very close to the castle and was very quiet. Initially when we checked in after a long drive, our room was not quite as we expected but Carlos allowed us to change to a nicer room with a bigger bed.
It was very quiet for sleeping a
art from the howling wind. Carlos was a very gracious host.
Charming hotel right across the river from Mértola castle. Perfect location for exploring the area. Easy parking. The room was cute, clean, and comfortable. Walked to a good restaurant. Our room had a view of the castle. We drove and hiked in the area and returned to the hotel each evening.
Everything aligned perfectly! We were extremely tired and we couldn’t ask for better place. The view of our room was amazing, the room was super comfortable, the pool has a ton of resting places for all the guests. The breakfast is the normal for a hotel, but still it was great!
Picked ths spot by the Guadiana whilst motorcycling in Spain and Portugal. Mertola is one of the few crossing points. It was quite hard to find in steep little streets but easy safe parking and a lovely view out over the river. It was a very comfy room in a private house
Nice clean hotel in the center of the city. Very clean, quiet and had a comfortable bed. The breakfast was good with plenty of choices. We had a view over the rivet and there's a place to order snacks and drinks by the riverside. We'll be back!
David is a really kind host! This is a new project, in the details you can realize the love and the will he is investing in order to have a beautiful space.
The mattress is really comfortable :)
Mértola and Beja are close by.
Excellent hosts and hospitality. This is a true hidden gem in Mértola. Located off the beaten bath it was absolutely wonderful for our family of four and we will certainly make a return visit.
Wonderful country inn with amazing views of Mértola. Comfortable, modern, sparkling clean rooms. Friendly staff. Nice, 30-minute walk along and across the river to Mértola historic center.
Comfortable bed, high quality linens, central, quiet, view, affordable, daily housekeeping. We truly enjoyed our stay here. Free museums. Roman roads to hike on. Thank you
wonderful home in historic mertola made out of stones so super fresh at night. highly advise. only thing, you have to walk a bit to reach the home. totally worth it though
A very pleasant place to stay in a beautiful setting with a gorgeous view of the castle and old town. It’s not a luxurious hotel but it’s very nice and has great karma.
The room was very large and stylishly decorated with a large double bed. The room has a stunning view of Mértola across the river, with plenty of parking nearby.
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