Alentejo cordiality is perhaps one of the most popular aspects of the area and is well-known throughtout the state. It's something greatly particular to the local persons, evident in their hospitable manner and the welcome they provide their visitors, in addition to in the generosity of their cuisine. Following in one of the best Alentejo traditions, the Hotel Melius proposes you:

The Melius Restaurant is situated in the same building of the Hotel Melius, for 120 persons, and you have the well-known chance to taste the regional gastronomy. The vegetarian food is also in our menu.

The extensive, sun-baked plain of the "Baixo Alentejo", where clients can drive for miles amongst wheatfields and olive groves without seeing a soul, also encompass a lot of cities and countrysides which reflect the long Moorish occupation, with narrow streets, amazingly whitewashed houses and decorative tiles. In some places, like Beja, heritage goes back even further, to the Roman times, when it became a regional capital under Julius Caesar. The Moorish arquitecture is visible in the cobbled streets and houses of the hold city, and a palace from the 13th century reminds us of the struggle to keep them away. Another palace of equally Moorish origins, can be seen in Serpa, but the major attraction of this peacefull agricultural city, also known for its cheese, is the Beja gate: wide walls toppedd by an aqueduct. Serpa stands close to the Spanish border and, as this district was once disputed both from the Moors and the Spaniards, there are a few watchtowers and fortresses along the mountains. The plantations of grapevines around Vidigueira announce its situation as a center of wine production, the Alentejo proposes a few marvellous quality wines. Mértola is another site to visit. this little city is a sort of museum, exhibiting discoveries from various eras in disunite regions, from the Phoenicians to the Romans and, particularly, the Moors. In the present day, Mértola represents also the probability to have to have an unforgetable ride in the Guadiana river, or to taste some local peculiarities such as the lamprey.

Coming from Algarve (N122 / IP2) is situated in the entry of the town. Coming from Spain/Serpa (N260 / IP8) in the 1st roundabout you direct ahead till the 2nd roundabout, follow the news to Algarve and turn left close to the McDonald's. Coming from Évora (IP2) - In the roundabout follow the indication to Algarve and turn left close to the McDonald's. Coming from Lisboa/Ferreira (N212 / IP8) - In the roundabout follow the indication to Algarve and turn left close to the McDonald's.

Additional Beds (2007): An supplementary bed is available on the occasion of a demand for EUR 25 per night. Only one bed per suite. Kids (4 to 12 years old) get a 50% discount on the supplementary bed rate. The apartments can be used as family suites (2 groun-ups and two children). Kids are free using the sofa bed (that converts to a double bed).

Any cancellation has to be made at least 48 hours prior to the day arrival. After this period, the amount of one night's staying will be charged. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Kids of 0 - three years ancient can staying in this hotel free. Kids of four - 12 years antique receive a 50% discount on the supplementary bed when sharing the suite with two groun-ups. Only one supplementary bed per suite is allowed. All rooms are greatly good for families.