Quinta doMel
Quinta do Mel operates as a working hotel and event space in the Algarve, giving you built-in guest accommodations without coordinating separate lodging.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- FAO · 45-60 minutes
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.5 /5 · 1,108
Quinta do Mel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Olhos de Água, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FAO), 45-60 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Quinta do Mel in Olhos de Água, open May–August.
Quinta do Mel operates as a working hotel and event space in the Algarve, giving you built-in guest accommodations without coordinating separate lodging.
This rural quinta (traditional Portuguese estate) sits on sprawling grounds near Olhos de Água, offering both ceremony and reception facilities under one roof with 35+ on-site rooms for your guests.
Arrived mid morning for a casual brunch which became rather strained given the shocking service. When we eventually got our drinks the teapot was in a disgusting state, lid broken in various places and unsightly dirty cracks. We brought this to the manager's attention who simply shrugged without even offering another lid to keep tea warm let alone a fresh pot. Ordered toast with Portuguese marmalade which was simply a jam spread and the fresh cheese was hardly visible, again this was brushed off. The staff were at loggerheads with each other, in full view of guests. Safe to say won't be going back
4 notes, from the desk.
35+ hotel rooms available directly on property, eliminating guest accommodation logistics
Licensed hotel venue with 4.5/5 Google rating from 200+ reviews
Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces
Traditional Portuguese quinta setting with manicured gardens and rural Algarve views
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Quinta do Mel.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 15:00-18:00Guest arrival and check-in at hotel; welcome drinks in bar area
- 19:30-22:00Welcome dinner at restaurant or garden terrace
- 11:00-12:00Ceremony in garden or indoor space
- 12:30-14:00Aperitif and cocktail hour
- 14:00-22:00Reception, dinner, dancing
- 10:00-12:00Goodbye brunch before guest departures
Things worth knowing.
FAO · 45-60 minutes
Guests fly into Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€8,000-25,000
Pricing is preliminary and varies by date, guest count, menu selections, and group room rates. Request a formal proposal directly from the venue.
€500-1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€35-65 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€70-150 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can guests stay on-site before and after the wedding?+
Yes. Quinta do Mel has 35+ rooms available for guests, making multi-day celebrations straightforward. You can arrange group rates through the venue directly.
What spaces are available for ceremonies and receptions?+
The quinta offers both indoor hall and outdoor garden spaces. Exact configurations depend on guest count and season. Contact the venue for specific layout options.
Does the venue provide catering?+
As a hotel with an on-site restaurant, Quinta do Mel handles food and beverage services. Menu options and pricing are customizable based on your preferences and budget.
What is the best time of year to marry here?+
April through June and September through October offer mild Algarve weather. Summer (July-August) is hot; winter sees occasional rain. Availability varies by season.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Quinta do Mel.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.