Casa do Rio / Tavira Inn - Adults Only

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Location and the amazing pool. Sebastian was a great host and made our stay very relaxing Don't let the train put you off. It's not a big deal
  : Everything was good

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : A lovely colorful small Inn that is just bursting with character and artful touches. it was exceptionally clean and well maintained. Located just a few minutes by foot to the historic quarter and principal restaurant areas. Some reviews commented on the train noise. We did not find it to be bothersome. Since the windows are dual lane and our room was climate controlled, the occasional passing trains did not bother. a lovely balcony and view. abundant free parking immediately adjacent to the hotel and also very near the hotel about a block away.
  : Smallish 135cm bed and no power outlets near the bed for use of bed stand appliances. No tea or coffee provided for the kettle and cups in the room. This wouldve been a nice touch given that there are no breakfast places within a few blocks and wasnt available at the property during the dates of our visit.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Loved the swimming pool

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : A charming property with a very creative feel. Brilliantly located, only a short walk into Tavira town.It felt like a home from home, we were left to relax, which we did. Sebastiao gave us a warm welcome, he was very kind and he was able to suggest good places to visit. The property has a beautiful pool which we had to ourselves one afternoon. We walked to the ferry each day, probably 10 mins and then a 20 min boat ride to a lovely beach. There is a train line close to the property, however, the train only passes once an hour and does not run between 1am and 7am. I can honestly say it didnt bother us at all. We hope to visit again one day which is something I dont usually say!
  : We loved it all.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Solo Traveler
  : A quiet, relaxing place.The pool is a real bonus on the hot days.Host was very welcoming.
  : Quite a lot of stairs if you have hefty luggage.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : If you expect four-star standards, the Tavira Inn is not for you. However, if you wish for something different, as we did, Tavera Inn has it in spades. Quiet, calm, relaxed, quirky, with a friendly host to welcome you. A room with Veranda overlooking the river and a lovely town Tavera five minutes walk away. Tavera has good restaurants and bars and a super beach. Next door to the Inn is a good local restaurant for lunch or dinner. The Inn has a lovely seawater pool in very pleasant garden surroundings. Enjoy. We did, thank you Sebastian. Andrew & Jean Ireland
  : We would have like to have breakfast available.

Very Poor
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Location close to the centre of Tavira. Nice garden and a salt water pool with wooden loungers but plastic covers.
  : Some of the photos on booking.com are not reflective of the property now. There is no reception or communal area. You have to walk into town to buy drinks and food. We arrived after a long journey - not even a bottle of water and the fridge in the room wasnt even plugged in. We were then given a long list of rules - including how to use a drinking glass! The owner lives downstairs and rents the 3 bedrooms above. We asked for an extra pillow because we had one very small one each but he didnt have any. Told us to use a knitted cushion instead. The bed covers are woolly and dont get washed in between stays - you get a view of the washing. Read the small print as there is no cleaning - fresh towels on a chair outside on day 4 and that is it. No kettle, just a glass each that is not changed so is grubby. Balcony would have a nice view of river but has canvas sails over which flap in the wind all night. Main issue was electricity went off on 2 nights so no lights or air con and impossible to open windows due to flapping noise and a door that couldnt be secured open. The lights were on all around but owner said it was a surge that had happened. The second night he admitted it was a trip switch within the building and decided to investigate by knocking on guest doors to accuse people of using hairdryers or travel adapters in the middle of the night! He knocked us up and then walked straight into our bedroom without asking when it was clear we had just been woken by him as we had been awake most of the night. Contacted customer services - nothing was resolved and this made the owner aggressive and I couldnt relax after this. All he is interested in is his booking scores and pesters guests about this. People are frightened to leave a bad review due to the responses they will get. We found alternative accommodation for the last night and finally relaxed.

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : This place operates on a reduced service capacity. This is exactly how we like our accommodation to be. Therefore, there is less fuss and a feeling of a home from home here.Sebastian was very helpful and was forthcoming with lots of useful information on check-in.The place is quiet, the passing trains never bothered us as they are very infrequent. Overall a quirky spot, 3mins walk to the centre where we had breakfast every morning. We struck luck while in Tavira and enjoyed a local food festival which brought a great buzz about the place.
  : The pillows, too soft for me

Pleasant
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Good location close to most attractions
  : Lots of steps up to room not mentioned in description 45 stairs to room. No view. Train noisy.