Hotel

Mercedes Country House

8005-502 Faro, Portugal, Portugal30–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:30–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FAO), 45-60 minutes

Guests arrive at a sprawling Portuguese country estate where manicured gardens and traditional architecture create an immediate sense of arrival at somewhere genuinely special. Mercedes Country House offers the rare combination of rural tranquility with refined hospitality, allowing wedding parties to celebrate across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces while staying on-site. With a 4.9/5 Google rating, it's become a trusted destination for couples seeking genuine Portuguese countryside elegance without compromise.

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Highlights

Located in Faro, Portugal with 14+ hectares of private grounds featuring gardens, olive groves, and ceremony spaces
On-site accommodation allows guests to arrive Friday and depart Sunday without coordination headaches
Experienced team manages catering, setup, and logistics—couples report seamless execution across 50-120 person celebrations
Multiple indoor halls accommodate weather changes; outdoor terraces overlook countryside views toward the Algarve
4.9/5 Google rating with consistent guest reviews praising food quality and staff attentiveness

Quick facts

Capacity30–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationPortugal

Nearest airportFAO

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Plan your wedding at Mercedes Country House

Getting there

Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FAO)

45-60 minutes to venue

Private car rental

€25-50 one-way (rental); €80-120 for private driver round-trip

45-60 minutes · Self-drive or hire driver; scenic 45 km route through Algarve countryside

Airport shuttle

€15-25 per person (negotiable for groups 10+)

50-65 minutes · Venue can arrange group transfer for wedding guests (requires advance notice)

Taxi/Ride-share

€35-60 depending on surge pricing

50-65 minutes · Uber and local taxis available from airport rank

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Included with catering package

Reception (per guest)

€65-95 (depends on menu selection and beverage tier)

Accommodation (per night)

€90-150 per room (standard double); €140-200 (suite/upgrade)

Estimated total

€8,000-18,000 for 75-person wedding with 2-night guest stay, ceremony, and reception dinner

Final pricing requires site visit and menu consultation. Off-season (Nov-Mar) and weekday events offer 10-15% discounts. Minimum 40-person catering applies.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

15:00-18:00Guest arrival, check-in, welcome aperitif in gardens

20:00Welcome dinner in main dining hall

Saturday

09:00-11:00Vendor setup, final coordination

15:00Ceremony begins (garden or terrace)

16:00-17:30Cocktail hour, group photos on grounds

18:00-23:00Reception dinner, dancing, celebration

Sunday

09:00-11:00Farewell breakfast; guest departure

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we bring our own vendors?

Mercedes Country House works with an approved vendor list but accommodates external florists, photographers, and musicians with advance coordination. Discuss specifics during your initial consultation.

How far is the venue from Faro airport?

Approximately 30-40 km (20-25 miles), roughly 45-60 minutes by car depending on traffic.

What's included in the accommodation rate?

Guest rooms include breakfast. Wedding night suites and multi-night packages are negotiable based on group size.

Can we host a ceremony and reception on the same day?

Yes. The estate offers multiple ceremony locations (gardens, terraces, indoor hall) allowing back-to-back celebration with time for guest transitions and photography.

What's the earliest we can access the venue for setup?

Setup typically begins 24 hours before your event. Day-of setup starts 4-6 hours before ceremony time.