About this property
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. Kayaks and bicycles are available for rental. All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a satellite TV for guests’ entertainment. The private bathroom is fitted with a modern shower cabin and toilet. Beira Rio’s public areas have free WiFi. A buffet-style breakfast is served in the cozy dining room with large windows to the river. Alternatively, guests can take the breakfast out to the terrace with excellent river valley views. Beira Rio’s riverfront location makes it perfect base for fishing, boat tours and canoeing. Staff can organize this at an additional charge. Mértola’s hilltop castle is under 10 minutes’ walk away. The Guadiana Valley Natural Park is located on the guest house’s doorstep. Beira Rio Guest house also offers free on-site parking for bicycles and motorcycles.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
Stuart
United States“If you are going to stay at a hotel in Mertola, this is the place to stay. Very nice room, and a good price with a nice view of the river and the castle. Short walk up the hill to the castle or down to the river. The 10 Euro breakfast buffet is...”- Wynne United States“The hotel is walkable to sights (a long walk). The room is nice, modern, and comfortable. Our room had a patio. The hotel patio served drinks and food. The staff were very helpful. Price was reasonable.”
- Helen United States“The hotel is located right on the river as the name might suggest and we got the sense that it is probably ideal for families in the summer time. There is a pool, outdoor cafe and pop-up food truck. We climbed some stairs to get to the old town...”
- Anna_durrant
United Kingdom“Perfect spot overlooking the river with a sweet tiny terrace. Had everything we needed. We had salads at the hotel terrace above our room which made a nice change from all the rich Alentejo food! We also had a look around the museum under the...” - Greg United States“Our hosts were friendly and helpful. The location was great, and the town is pretty.”
Martijn
Spain“The room was exactly as I expected and what I booked for. The bed was nice, also for my (taller) size. Although the room was on the street side, there was no noise, other than people in the hallway. Shower was also fine, and everything was...”- Ana
Portugal“Great location with a big terrace facing the river. Simple but clean rooms. There is museum inside the hotel (archeological excavations showing the house of a Christian family who lived during the Islamic empire) and it opens until midnight! Great...” - Michele United States“We had a view of the river, spectacular sunsets with the castle on the hill! Breakfast was totally worth the extra $, plentifully and delicious! Highly recommended this spot!”
- Bernard
Canada“The room was clean and bright with a great view of the river. It is a great location with easy access to the castle and local restaurants within walking distance. There is on street parking as well as a designated parking lot, and we did not use...” - 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!”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that guests booking nonrefundable rates must provide their VAT details (name, full address and VAT number) at the time of booking using the Special Requests Box.
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