Searching: The Algarve
Alamos Golf
Situated to the north of Portimão, was first built in 2006 making it one of the newer courses on the Algarve. The courses main characteristics are deep bunkers and large greens meaning that a good putting game is important if you are to keep your score down on this course. The course is relatively short […]
Pinhal Golf
Located in the popular area of Vilamoura, lies Pinhal golf course, which is a sister course to another four courses from Dom Pedro Golf. First opened in 1976, the course is set within a forest of Atlantic and Umbrella pine trees and is lined by luxury holiday villas. The course measures 6,353 meters in length […]
Laguna Golf
First opened in 1990 and designed by American golf course architect Joseph Lee, the Laguna golf course represents a somewhat unique golfing experience. The course has a large number of water hazards and few trees, but stands out due to the characteristics of its links layout, which offers a wide variety of playing conditions. The […]
Millennium Golf Course
Located in Vilamoura, the Millennium golf course was designed by Martin Hawtree and first opened in 2000. The Millennium is a parkland course and sits within an abundance of pine trees, which are an often site on the Algarve. Originally a part of the Laguna course, 9 further holes were added to the original Laguna […]
Vila Sol Golf
Vila Sol is located in Vilamoura in the heart of the Algarve and is operated by the Pestana Group. Designed by golf architect Donald Steel and inaugurated in 1991, the Vila Sol course is comprised of 27 holes (3 sets of 9 holes) and is nestled among 75 acres of stunning natural countryside, which has […]
Gramacho
The Gramacho course is a part of the Prestana Group’s portfolio of courses and a great course to play while on your golfing holiday in Portugal. The course was first opened in 1991 and started life as a 9 hole course. Over the years, the course has been extended and is now a fully fledged […]
Vale da Pinta
Situated just outside of the village of Carvoeiro on the Algarve lies the Vale da Pinta golf course. The course was first opened in 1992 and is a part of the Pestana Group’s portfolio of golf courses in Portugal. Set in a beautiful natural landscape and surrounded by rolling hills full of olive, carob and […]
Silves Golf
Located at the base of the Monchique mountain, Silves is a member of the Pestana Group’s portfolio of golf courses in the Algarve. Named after the town of Silves, the course was first opened in 2006 and presents a real challenge to even low handicap golfers who will find it tough to go round in under par. […]
Alto Golf
First inaugurated in 1997, the Alto golf course is located close to the small fishing village of Alvor near to Portimao. The course is currently operated by the Pestana Group and was the last course designed by famous golf course architect, Sir Henry Cotton. Measuring 6,102 Meters in length and a par 72, the Alto […]
Morgado Golf
First opened in 2003, the Morgado course sits in a calm and tranquil valley 4 kms north of Portimao on the Algarve and is the sister course to the neighbouring Alamos golf. Measuring 6433 metres in length from the white tees and with a par of 73, the Morgado course is the perfect challenge for […]
Salgados Golf
The Salgados golf course is located in Herdade dos Salgados close to the popular Albufeira and is a wonderful course in which to savour the natural environment of this particular part of the Algarve. The course is close to Salgados beach and the Salgados Lagoon Nature Reserve, which is evident in the fact that the […]
Vale do Lobo Royal
Thought by many to be Portugal’s most prestigious golf course, Vale do Lobo Royal really does offer it all. Designed by top American golf course architect Rocky Roquemore, the course was first inaugurated in 1997 and is sister to the neighbouring Ocean course. The Royal course is a par 72 measuring a total of 6059 […]
Vale do Lobo Ocean
The Ocean course at Vale do Lobo was first opened in 1985 and was the masterpiece of famous course designer Sir Henry Cotton. The golf course was created from two original 9 hole courses and features gentle undulating fairways that run parallel to a nature reserve and offers some stunning views to the coastline and […]
Victoria
Designed by golfing legend Arnold Palmer and first opened in 2004, the Victoria course is located in Vilamoura in the Algarve. With a par of 72 and measuring a total of 6,651 metres (from the Palmer tees), the Victoria course has played host to a number of major golf championships including the Portugal Masters every […]
The Old Course
The Old Course was first opened in 1969, which makes it the second-oldest golf course on the Algarve. This Frank Pennink designed course is a little gem and one of the loveliest courses in which to play golf in Vilamoura and the Algarve. The course was redesigned in 1996 by Martin Hawtree, which served to […]
Quinta do Lago Laranjal
Opened in 2009 and designed by Jorge Santana da Silva, the Quinta do Lago Laranjal course was voted as the best golf course at the Portuguese Travel Awards in 2011. It also appeared in #1 spot in our own blog post review, the Algarve’s 8 Best Golf Courses. The course is located 2 km east […]
Quinta do Lago North
The Quinta do Lago North course is one of three courses at the Quinta do Lago estate. The course was originally designed by William Mitchell and was opened to the public in 1974. In 2014, the course was further developed by renowned golf course architect Beau Welling, along with Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley. The […]
Quinta do Lago South
First designed by William Mitchell in 1974, the Quinta do Lago South course is regarded as one of the finest golf courses on the Algarve and a favourite among the European Tour players. The course has won various awards and played host to a number of professional golf tournaments including the Portuguese Open eight times from […]