"excellent riverside location with balcony views, rooftop terrace is a gem for sunsets."
Michael from United Kingdom
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"My cousin and I shared one of your first floor "River View Rooms" - excellent!!"
Laursenerik from Denmark
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"The ferry which takes you across to the Island is directly outside and we parked our car close by."
ElaineBristol from United Kingdom
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"Lovely room, bed comfortable, heater in bathroom ✅, it can get chilly in Nov; large shower."
Small from United Kingdom
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"Breakfast was awesome. Room super clean. Nice firm bed."
Dena from United States
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Residencial Mares: Riverside hotel in Tavira with direct ferry access to Tavira Island
Location & Setting
Residencial Mares sits along the Gilão River within the Ria Formosa Natural Park. The ferry to Tavira Island stops directly across the street from the hotel, giving guests immediate access to the island's coastline. Tavira's historical sites, including the Roman Bridge and the Castle of Tavira, are within a 10-minute walk.
Rooms & Accommodations
The hotel offers 18 rooms, including family rooms and double or twin rooms with private balconies. Some rooms provide panoramic views of the city and the Gilão River. Each air-conditioned room has an en suite bathroom and a TV set.
Dining & Breakfast
A daily buffet breakfast is served in a room overlooking the Gilão River, featuring local products like fresh orange juice, pastries, and hot scrambled eggs. The on-site restaurant offers dinner with a 10-15% discount for hotel guests. The breakfast area opens onto a terrace with riverfront seating.
Wellness & Activities
A sauna is available on the property for guest relaxation. The hotel provides bicycle rentals, and guests can arrange horse riding or hiking in the surrounding area. Two golf courses - Quinta da Ria and Benamor - are within a 3-km drive from the hotel.
Services & Family-Friendly
The 24-hour reception can arrange airport shuttle service from Faro Algarve International Airport upon request. Family rooms are available, and the rooftop terrace offers a quiet space for children and adults alike. Free off-site parking is located a few hundred metres from the hotel.
Highlights
Location: On Gilão River in Ria Formosa Natural Park
Rooms: Family rooms, balconies with river or city views
Dining: Buffet breakfast with fresh orange juice and hot options