Nice modern architecture in a rural setting. Really friendly staff. Relaxed ambience. People brought dogs and everyone was just chill. Billiards room downstairs was a fun discovery

Stayed in May 2024

Everything was very nice! The personnel was always friendly, helpful and flexible. The food from breakfast was very tasty. The restaurant from the hotel offered very good food as well for dinner.

Stayed in May 2024

Staff were very friendly and helpful

Stayed in March 2024

We were late checking in and the crew at Mercedes could not have been more helpful. The room was beautiful, with a stunning view across the garden down towards Faro. The architecture was modern and attractive and the common areas were full of light.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

All the staff was just amazingly friendly Thai food was delicious The place is very peaceful

Stayed in February 2024

Some milk in the bedroom fridge - to make tea- would have been very welcome. I really should have asked because the hotel manager did ALL he could to make it the best stay.

The breakfast was varied - and the yogurt delicious beyond words It was the closest accommodation that I could find for my visits to my mother in the Monte de Palguheira Nursing Home. It was a peaceful retreat to come back to in the evening. The restaurant was a bonus because had it not been there, it would have been another Uber ride to find somewhere. I was so impressed with the hotel and the manager that I took cards to the Home to be circulated to family looking to visit their loved ones. I also told all the Uber drivers - that was about 8 more people.

Stayed in February 2024

The pool being so close to the restaurant

The staff were super,the hotel was beautiful and the location was quiet,just what I wanted.

Stayed in February 2024

They were very accommodating with any requests. The Thai restaurant was the best we have had in Portugal. We liked the fact that they grew many of the herbs for the restaurant.

Stayed in October 2023

Road signage difficult to spot, especially if arriving after dark. We love pets and pet friendly hotels , however perhaps some owners need to understand the grass next to the breakfast area is not a dog toilet.

excellent breakfast, very quiet location ( except for the clicking high heels roaming the corridors every morning ! ) very friendly staff. Thai Dinner very enjoyable .Road

Stayed in October 2023

This is not the hotel's fault but the surrounding areas are not attractive and it is not a location that is conducive for walking. We didn't hire a car and used Bolt/Uber which was ok (taxi drivers were all very friendly) but maybe for flexibility a car would have been better. The pool is great and a good size but there are no ladders/steps to help you get in. Not a problem for us but if you have mobility issues might be less than ideal. While we enjoyed the Thai food it is not the sort of cuisine that you would want every lunch/night, not a problem if you are only there for a couple of nights but meant we had to go out to get something different and that meant hiring a taxi as again nothing really available in walking distance.

The Mercedes is a wonderful modernist building with a great sense of space and tranquility. There are only a handful of rooms so you do feel that you have the place to yourself and at times it almost felt that I was in a private villa, which was ideal as I had wanted complete rest and relaxation after a stressful year. I also had the pool and sun loungers to myself for most of my stay (7 nights). It is a family run business and not a hotel, so the experience is more intimate and relaxed, do not expect the reception to be manned 24/7 as it's not that sort of establishment though Miguel and his son were great and were on hand if you needed something. You will often see Paco (their adorable pug) around and when they say they are dog friendly they really are - wish more places could be like this. Breakfast is continental style and there were enough options to keep us happy. There is a lovely Ukrainian woman serving at the moment and she is very friendly and attentive. The jewel in this particular crown is the Thai restaurant attached to the property. The food is very good and reasonably priced so it was surprising not to see it full every evening. Miguel stores his wine cellar with fabulous wines - honestly we had some of the best white wine that I have tasted all year here (and I drink a lot of wine!). The surrounding land is being used to grow fruit and veg for the restaurant. So you will see things like avocado trees, this can make the land seem a bit scrubby but the smells that would drift our way in the evening... magical! I also loved that the pool was so close to our room - literally 10 steps away. I have to say I was rather sad to leave at the end of our stay.

Stayed in September 2023

Beautiful property with a lovely pool and outdoor area. we had dinner twice and lunch once and the food was incredible. We also had massages with Sang, who was excellent. Would highly recommend this accommodation.

Stayed in September 2023

Simplified food offering. The Thai food is sensational, truly wonderful, but might prohibit me staying more than a long weekend.

The team there make you feel at home, but have a special ability to make you feel able to enjoy a peaceful private trip at the same time

Stayed in September 2023

Breakfast very good !!staff very kind and helpfulness The restaurant in the hotel are very good, thai food♥️

Stayed in July 2023

Everything was perfect !

A true haven of peace in the countryside! The building is bright, rooms are spacious, very comfortable and perfectly clean. The owner is charming, available and discreet. We felt at home. We have spent a wonderful stay. There is also an excellent Thai restaurant on site. And the breakfast was varied, made up of fresh products .. a treat to be able to take it on the terrace. We hope to be able to go back soon.

Stayed in July 2023

We extended our stay here to 5 nights and I’m very glad we did. The staff were all amazing. Miguel was very accommodating and Anna, who baby sat our son, was wonderful with him. The gentleman who worked in the restaurant was always so friendly! We ate at the restaurant each day and the food was always delicious. The pool is a good size and there is plenty of room on the lawn for sunbathing and relaxing. The rooms themselves are very spacious and perfectly designed for keeping cool in the summer heat!

Stayed in July 2023

The rooms were very comfortable and large. We got the rooms with an outdoor garden and added to the charm. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. My mother needed some extra assistance during our stay and the staff was helpful to attend to our needs and to provide resources available. The location was central. We were interested in visiting several towns in the south and Mercedes Country House was well situated to allow us access to the easter and western towns. Breakfast was delicious and offered many options. The fresh juices were absolutely delicious!

Stayed in May 2023

calm and beautiful location

Stayed in May 2023

Children can be very noisy in the lobby area.

countryside Guesthouse! Friendly people run the house. Quiet, excellent breakfast with homemade stuff. Mmmhh! swimimg pool.

Stayed in April 2023

Amazing host, big pool, calm area, oasis pure , good breakfast

Stayed in April 2023

This place is a hidden gem. It is located in a rural area, and the small way leading up to the gate might lower your expectations. But what a place. An amiable and likable host - Miguel - welcomed us as the season's first guests and we had the whole establishment ourselves. The country house is very modern and minimalistic and has all amenities you could ask for. Swimming pool, pool table, sun beds, huge garden with loads of fruit trees. The breakfast was served in the garden and was delicious and included all you could dream of including eggs as you like them. And they are from their own chicken. Miguel makes sure the visit has a personal touch and you always feel welcome when approaching him. He managed table reservations and we could arrange a wine tasting. We would have stayed longer if we could - but will come back.

Stayed in March 2023

Listening to strimmers & mowers during breakfast and when relaxing in the garden. Appreciate it has to be done sometime! On the first evening we had noisy guests talking loudly in the next room until very late, perhaps Miguel mentioned this to them as it was quiet from then on.

Set in a quiet location, however a 10 minute drive takes you to Estoi or Santa Barbara da Nexe. The comfortable bed (mattress topper requested before stay). The spacious rooms and the cleanliness of all areas. Delicious glass of wine (Miguel knows his wine). Breakfast highlight was the scrambled egg. The welcome given to Our dog Mia.

Stayed in October 2022

Nothing springs to mind

Excellent service,food ( half board)and hosts.My wife and I have stayed there before and enjoyed our holiday previously.Hired car is useful for visits to nearby towns.

Stayed in October 2022

amazing location

Stayed in October 2022

nothing

serene location in the country - beautiful pool and lawn

Stayed in October 2022