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Mértola holiday rentals start at $29 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of Mértola holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.6 Average rating
Mértola stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests
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Casa 23 São Domingos Mine
Mina de São Domingos, a land of contrasts in the municipality of Mértola, its uniqueness does not leave the gaze of those who pass through here indifferent. With the river beach of Tapada Grande, which received the Blue Flag for the eleventh consecutive year, one of the most important awards with regard to bathing areas, and with the mining area of São Domingos inserted in the Iberian Pyrite Belt, which has been a sought-after place for ore extraction since ancient times. It makes this location unique!

Private Villa, Heated Pool, Badminton Ping-Pong +
Private pool with solar heating system to increase water temperature A Quinta is a well maintained, air conditioned, traditional villa just 5 minutes drive from Fuseta beach. Cool in summer yet warm and cosy in winter. Spacious outside dining & kitchen/BBQ area, next to the 3m x 6m pool with sea views. Large trampoline, ping pong table & badminton lawn, swing & play area set in an established garden. Safe and perfect for families. 5 minutes’ drive from lots of good restaurants, bank & shops.

Comfortable & atmospheric home close to the beach
Casa Antiga: holiday home for 2 adults (18+) on the ground floor of small-scale accommodation Quinta Maragota. Originally this part of the farmhouse was the family living area and still features beautiful authentic Portuguese tile floors, renovated wooden shutters and ceiling ornament in the hallway. Now it is an attractive, comfortable holiday home with private terrace, adjacent to a large communal mediterranean garden with pool, 4km to fishing village Fuseta, beach and lagoons of Ria Formosa.

The secret garden hideout
Modern and rustic traditional Portuguese villa with beautiful gardens, eclectic decorated, perfectly suited for couples and solo travellers. The villa has it's own amazing south-orientated garden and plunge pool. Albufeira’s beautiful beaches of São Rafael, Coelha, Castelo, and Evaristo are within walking distance. Enjoy a BBQ, relax in the garden, take a dive in the pool, or take one of the house bicycles for a ride on the adjacent cycle path towards nearby beaches and beyond.

‘Home by the Sea’ • Retro 1960s Beachfront Villa
Between the Ria Formosa and the Atlantic Ocean — the beach is literally on your doorstep. 15 metres to the waters of the Ria Formosa and 50 metres to the Atlantic Ocean. Beach house on the beautiful Ancão Peninsula, in the heart of the Ria Formosa Natural Park. 1960s architecture, refurbished, privacy, sunny terraces, garden, private parking (3). Fall asleep to the sound of the waves, enjoy magnificent sunsets over the Ria Formosa and watch birds in the nature reserve.

Quinta da Pedragua Fountain
Quinta da Pedragua, surrounded by a small orchard, features an outdoor swimming pool, is located 15 km from Tavira and 13 km from Vila Real de Santo António. All Quinta accommodations feature an intimate atmosphere and a furnished porch with all amenities inside. Quinta da Ria is a 10-minute drive away and Altura sandy beach is 1.5 km away. The traditional village of Cacela Velha, known for its seafood restaurants and pristine beaches, is a 10-minute drive away.

The Old Pig – Garden Suite, Kitchen & Pool View
CASA BRAVA is an eco guest house set in an old farmhouse, 10 minutes from the historic center of Loulé and 20 minutes from the coast and Faro airport. Stay in the former pigsty, renovated in stone and transformed into a characterful suite with a fully equipped kitchen. The house hosts only three independent suites, nestled in nature. In 2026, breakfast is replaced by a gourmet welcome basket. Garden, natural pool and family atmosphere to slow down and breathe.

Central house with mountain view
Enjoy a soothing experience in this centrally located space overlooking the mountain and the old town. The newly remodeled house has 3 bedrooms with a bathroom and a multifunctional space with a kitchen, dining room and living room. Its floors and interior doors have been maintained to experience the style of the time but it has the amenities of modern times. On the terrace, you can gather family or friends to share a meal or simply relax with the landscape.

Casa Frida, Vilamoura
Typical Algarve house with two bedrooms and the charm of the traditional in a very green and flowery idyllic complex for a total change of scenery. Ideal for family holidays you have walking access to the swimming pool with two pools, one large and one small for the kids with restaurant and refreshment bar. Access to a very practical small supermarket as well as a bakery and an ATM. You can cycle to the beach in 15 minutes.

Downtown Pool House
Downtown house with private pool! Great location in the heart of Faro city. Walking distance to the most attractive places. Hosts a total of 6 guests! With glass floor so you can see through! Great natural lumination with a big skylight in the top of the house! Air conditioning in all the rooms, big TV screen, big sofá perfect for relaxing watching a TV serie! All you will desire in one house!

CASA JACARANDA in the mountain
Casa Jacaranda is a beautiful rustic home tucked away in the Monchique mountains. South facing with the most awe inspiring view of the whole of the Algarve and its own private infinity pool and extensive gardens. It's only 20min away from the beach!

Courela do Poço Novo, country house.
A cosy and comfortable house, perfect for two couples, four friends that don't mind sharing the double beds, or a family with two children. The tasteful decoration, the very equipped kitchen and the breathtaking views make your stay very pleasant!
Popular amenities for Mértola house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Design Villa Abaton, amazing view!

Monte do Cansado by Casas da Serra

Relaxing & Calm - 2 bedroom house with pool

Castro da Cola Country Houses - Casa do Moinho Este

Casa do Caliço

Townhouse with Heated Pool in Downtown Faro

Casa do Pátio- Two Pools Villa-Rooftop & Panoramic

Casa da Bandeira - Rooftop pool - Front beach
Weekly house rentals

La Rabá country house. Terrace with amazing views

Traditional home with private lake, forest & fruit

Beach house · Botanical Garden · 600m beach

The Warehouse - Industrial Loft

Little Blue House

Nomad Houses - Sarilho House

Amanhada House - Apartment One

Artistic Views in romantic penthouse
Private house rentals

Cocooning house in the heart of the mountains

Brand-new Villa & Rooftop360 &private Heated Pool

Luxury living behind a traditional Portuguese facade

Casa Stardust- beautifully designed house w.garden

Refúgio no Paraíso Ria Formosa - Baixa Mar

Casa Sal e Vento, Sea Views

Cova do Coracao, Tavira

Casa TiTeresa Paderne, Albufeira
When is the best time to visit Mértola?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $109 AUD | $115 AUD | $112 AUD | $105 AUD | $113 AUD | $112 AUD | $119 AUD | $133 AUD | $116 AUD | $103 AUD | $99 AUD | $113 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 20°C | 23°C | 26°C | 26°C | 23°C | 20°C | 15°C | 13°C |
Destinations to explore
- Praia do Barril
- Old Village
- Ria Formosa Nature Park
- Praia da Falésia
- Aquashow Waterpark
- Praia da Manta Rota
- Vale do Lobo Ocean and Royal Golf Courses
- Praia Maria Luísa
- Praia dos Alemães
- Isla Canela Golf Club
- Tavira Island
- Estádio do Algarve
- Praia da Ilha de Tavira
- Marina de Vilamoura
- Castro Marim Golfe and Country Club
- Ria Formosa
- Praia de Vilamoura
- Monte Rei Golf & Country Club
- Castelo de Castro Marim
- Cacela Velha Beach
- Teatro das Figuras
- Guadiana Valley Natural Park
- Praia Verde
- Camping Municipal de Monte Gordo





