Algarve · Portugal

Where the coast shapes every stay

A refined retreat on Portugal’s southern shore. Stone, sea and stillness — book direct for the best rate and a welcome that stays with you.

  • 4.9 · 340+ verified reviews
  • 12 min walk to Praia da Marinha
  • Free cancellation to 48h

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No payment required · Free cancellation up to 48h

  • 4.9Guest rating
  • 340+Verified reviews
  • 18Rooms & suites
  • 2024Condé Nast Hot List

The house

A place that stays with you long after you leave

Set above the Algarve coastline, MAERI is shaped by its surroundings — limestone walls that breathe, interiors that draw the sea inside, and a quiet rhythm that begins the moment you arrive.

This is not a hotel that could be anywhere. Every material, view and detail is rooted in this coast — from the hand-finished plaster in your room to the Atlantic light that fills the terrace each evening.

We built MAERI for guests who care about where they stay, not just where they sleep.

  • Eighteen individually designed rooms & suites — no two alike
  • Uninterrupted ocean views from the terrace and pool
  • Private gate onto the cliff path — no road walking, no transfers
  • Kitchen led by produce from growers within 30km

Stays

Every room shaped by this place

Three ways to stay, all with the same materials, the same light and the same rate advantage when you book with us directly.

Sleeps 2 · 42m²

Horizon Suite

Wake to the sound of the Atlantic. A private terrace with unobstructed ocean views, a handcrafted king bed, and a bathroom finished in local limestone. This is the room guests return to.

  • Private terrace
  • King bed
  • Freestanding bath
  • Ocean view

€280per night, direct

Sleeps 2 · 34m²

Garden Room

A calm retreat set back from the coast, with a private stone patio opening onto the garden. Generously proportioned, naturally cool, and finished with handwoven textiles and regional ceramics.

  • Stone patio
  • Queen bed
  • Rain shower
  • Garden view

€210per night, direct

Sleeps 2 · 26m²

Coastline Studio

Thoughtfully designed for shorter stays or solo travellers. Coastal materials, a generous rain shower, and a window that frames the sky. Everything you need, nothing you don’t.

  • Double bed
  • Rain shower
  • Courtyard
  • Work nook

€165per night, direct

The stay

More than a room. A way to arrive.

MAERI is built around how a stay actually feels — the food, the views, the path to the sea, the moment you slow down.

The Restaurant

Seasonal Algarve cuisine, simply prepared. Local fish, regional cheese and herbs from the garden — all served with an unobstructed view of the coast.

Dinner 19:00–22:00 · Non-residents welcome

The Terrace

Sunset cocktails and local wines. The terrace is where the day slows down — a long table, a curated list, and light that changes by the hour.

Open 16:00 until late

Coastal Path

Private access to the cliff trail that leads to Praia da Marinha. One of Europe’s most beautiful walks, and it starts at our gate.

12 minutes to the sand

Wellbeing

Heated pool, treatment room and morning yoga on the terrace. Nothing mandatory — everything available when you’re ready.

Yoga daily at 08:00 · Included

Book direct

More value. Better terms. Only here.

Booking platforms charge us 15–25%. We pass that saving to you — along with perks no OTA can offer. The best experience starts with the best booking.

Book Direct & Save
  • 15% off best available rate

    The lowest price we offer, available only when you book directly with us.

  • Complimentary breakfast

    Fresh, seasonal and local — included every morning of your stay.

  • Upgrade priority

    When a better room is free on arrival, direct guests are offered it first.

  • Late checkout on request

    No rush. Stay until 13:00 whenever availability allows.

  • Welcome tasting

    A local wine and an Algarve tasting plate waiting in your room.

  • Flexible cancellation

    Cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before arrival.

Three nights in the Garden Room — what the difference actually looks like
  Booking platform Direct with us
Nightly rate€247€210
Breakfast for two€26 per dayIncluded
Upgrade priorityNot availableYes
Late checkoutChargeableOn request
Welcome tasting—Included
CancellationVaries by rateFree to 48h
Three-night total€819€630

Illustrative comparison based on our published 2026 shoulder-season rates. Your exact total is confirmed before any payment is taken.

Guest book

What guests remember about staying here

Unedited, from guests who booked direct.

“The Horizon Suite felt like being on the edge of the world. We watched the sunset from our terrace every evening — genuinely one of the best stays we’ve ever had.”
Sarah & TomLondon · Horizon Suite
“Breakfast alone was worth booking direct. Fresh fish, local cheese, still-warm bread — and the view across the water made it unforgettable.”
MarcoMilan · Garden Room
“We compared with the OTAs and the direct rate was noticeably better. The welcome tasting and late checkout made it feel like they actually valued our booking.”
Anika & JürgenBerlin · Horizon Suite
“The coastal path from the property is spectacular. We didn’t need to plan anything — MAERI had mapped out the whole experience.”
ClaireDublin · Coastline Studio

4.9 average across 340+ verified reviews

Getting here

Between the cliff and the Atlantic

MAERI sits above Praia da Marinha — consistently rated among Europe’s most beautiful beaches. The cliff path from our gate is a twelve-minute walk to the sand.

Faro Airport is 45 minutes by car. We arrange private transfers on request, or you can rent a car and explore the Algarve at your own pace. There is free parking on site.

  • Praia da Marinha12 min walk
  • Benagil sea caves20 min walk
  • Carvoeiro village10 min drive
  • Faro Airport (FAO)45 min by car
  • Lisbon2 h 40 by car

Plan your arrival

Practical info

Questions answered

The things guests ask us before they book. If yours isn’t here, call or write — a person answers.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00. If you arrive earlier we will hold your luggage and you are welcome to use the terrace, pool and restaurant while your room is prepared.

Direct guests can request late check-out until 13:00 at no charge, subject to availability on the day.

What is the cancellation policy?

Direct bookings can be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours before your arrival date. Inside 48 hours we charge the first night.

No deposit is taken when you enquire — we only confirm a card once your dates and room are agreed.

How do I get to MAERI from Faro Airport?

Faro Airport is roughly 45 minutes by car. We arrange private transfers for €75 each way for up to three passengers — add it to your booking and we will meet you in arrivals.

If you prefer to drive, all major rental desks are in the terminal and there is free parking on site. Taxis and rideshare from the airport cost around €60–70.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is included for every direct booking, served on the terrace from 08:00 to 10:30. It is a seasonal table rather than a buffet: fruit and cheese from the region, bread baked that morning, eggs cooked to order, and fish when the boats have had a good night.

Guests booking through a platform can add breakfast for €13 per person per day.

Can I bring children?

Children over twelve are welcome. The property sits on a working cliff edge with unfenced terraces and a deep pool, so we do not accommodate younger guests — we would rather be honest about that than have a family arrive to a place that does not suit them.

The Garden Room takes an extra bed for €45 per night.

Are pets allowed?

Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the Garden Room and Coastline Studio for €20 per night, which covers a bed, bowls and a towel for the coastal path.

Dogs are not permitted in the restaurant, the pool area, or the Horizon Suite. Please tell us at the time of booking so we can allocate the right room.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay and MB Way. Bank transfer is available for stays of five nights or more.

Rates are quoted in euros and include Portuguese VAT. Municipal tourist tax of €2 per adult per night, capped at seven nights, is collected at check-out.

Why should I book direct instead of through an OTA?

Booking platforms take 15–25% of the room rate. Booking with us removes that cost, and we hand the saving back as a 15% lower rate plus breakfast, upgrade priority, late check-out, a welcome tasting and free cancellation to 48 hours.

It also means you are talking to the people who will actually be there when you arrive — dietary needs, transfers and special occasions reach us directly rather than through a third-party inbox.

Still deciding? Call +351 289 000 000 or write to stay@maeri.pt.

Your stay

Your stay on Portugal’s southern shore

Book direct for the best rate, complimentary breakfast, and a welcome that starts the moment you arrive.