
House holiday rentals in Mértola
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Explore 40 holiday rentals in Mértola

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Mértola holiday rentals start at $34 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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

Pet-friendly accommodation
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Mértola holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Mértola rentals

4.6 Average rating
Mértola stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated house rentals in Mértola
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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!

Casa Rustica - Of the Sunny Patio & Garden
Our vacation home is a 100% independent and exclusive space, meaning you won't share the space with anyone else. You'll have the entire house to yourself to enjoy your stay with complete peace of mind and freedom. Feel at home in a space entirely your own. Relax and enjoy your vacation with maximum privacy, comfort, and security. The house has interior similarities to chalets, especially with its beautiful sloping wooden ceiling. Free parking at the door. Very quiet place great to relax.

Monte do Cansado by Casas da Serra
Monte do Cansado is a small country house with a magnificent view over the hills of Tavira. With 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, a huge open-space kitchen and a large sunny terrace it is ideal for beach or hiking holidays in the eastern Algarve. It's central heating in every room makes Monte do Cansado a cozy retreat after long hikes or bike tours on cooler winter days. The big swimming pool with a magnificent view of the valley is shared with the guests of Casa do Pátio and the owners.

Praia de Faro, Faro Beach, on the dunes house
Perfect place . Two bedroom Cosy Villa with two double beds, one living room (with a couch), one kitchen and one bathroom. Equipped with washing machine and dish washer. Perfect for nature (the house is inside Ria Formosa Natural Reserve Park), surf, kite-surf or simply beach lovers. Just five minutes to the University (Universidade do Algarve) and Airport. Easy car park. walking distance to restaurants and bars. Perfect place to enjoy your stay in Algarve. (URL HIDDEN)

‘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.

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.

Riverside retreat in rural Alentejo paradise.
Pego do Linho is a 7ha secluded, off-grid retreat in stunning Alentejo countryside. Surrounded by a river on three sides, it’s perfect for nature lovers and birdwatchers and peace-seekers and is an ideal place to relax and explore. The traditional stone house with thick walls stays naturally cool—no AC needed. Private entrance, sunny verandah, panoramic views. Between Lisbon (2h) & Faro (1h15), 12 mins from Ourique for supermarket, cafes & restaurants

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!

Authentic Algarve House • Sunset & Outdoor Living
Traditional Algarve house located in a quiet residential neighbourhood originally built for the fishing families of Albufeira, just a short walk from Praia dos Pescadores. Compact and cosy indoors, with spacious outdoor areas designed for outdoor living, including a sandy lounge area, refreshing water tank and charcoal barbecue. A calm and authentic place to relax and enjoy the Algarve.

"Atalaia" House
With excellent natural lighting, cozy and romantic, appealing to a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Nice terraces where you can enjoy a cool drink or even your meals outdoors. With excellent natural lighting, warm and romantic, appealing to a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Good terraces where you can enjoy a cool drink or even your meals outdoors.
Popular amenities for Mértola house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Castro da Cola Country Houses - Casa do Moinho Este

Beach-style holiday-home in old village-center

The secret garden hideout

Courela do Poço Novo, country house.

Townhouse with Heated Pool in Downtown Faro

Private Villa, Heated Pool, Badminton Ping-Pong +

Relaxing & Calm - 2 bedroom house with pool

Design Villa Abaton, amazing view!
Weekly house rentals

Atelier20th

Amanhada House - Apartment One

Villa Pegada • Sea View • Pool & Gym

Beach house · Botanical Garden · 600m beach

Grand Villa Estoi, Massive Pool, 20 min airport

Wild Olive Tree

Nomad Houses - Sarilho House

The Warehouse - Industrial Loft
Private house rentals

Villa Casa Nova – Gale Beach – Albufeira

Villa Paz • Modern • Private Pool • Golf Views

Charming Design Led Home Olhão

Casa Jardim. A peaceful retreat, Alcoutim

PeninaVilla heat saltpool, saunas, family, Algarve

Bee Nest Faro – Stylish Retreat in the Algarve

Luxury living behind a traditional Portuguese facade

Casa Stardust- beautifully designed house w.garden
When is the best time to visit Mértola?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $129 NZD | $136 NZD | $132 NZD | $138 NZD | $139 NZD | $138 NZD | $141 NZD | $158 NZD | $138 NZD | $122 NZD | $117 NZD | $134 NZD |
| 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
- Old Village
- Praia do Barril
- Aquashow Waterpark
- Praia da Falésia
- Ria Formosa Nature Park
- Praia da Manta Rota
- Vale do Lobo Ocean and Royal Golf Courses
- Estádio do Algarve
- Praia Maria Luísa
- Praia dos Alemães
- Isla Canela Golf Club
- Tavira Island
- Praia da Ilha de Tavira
- Marina de Vilamoura
- Ria Formosa
- Castro Marim Golfe and Country Club
- Praia Fluvial Da Amieira
- Castelo de Castro Marim
- Monte Rei Golf & Country Club
- Cacela Velha Beach
- Praia de Vilamoura
- Praia Verde
- Teatro das Figuras
- Guadiana Valley Natural Park





