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Portugal Golf Courses - Albufeira
Best deals, tee times online in Albufeira golf courses (6)
Amendoeira O’Connor Jnr.
Oceânico O'Connor Golf Course, perfectly complements the Faldo Course, whilst taking advantage of the rich valley soil, in contrast to the arid hillside, this course offers no less of a challenge, requiring accurate play.|The front 9 holes encounter a number of lakes, the 3rd being recognized by a Moorish relic situated on a island in the adjacent lake. Holes 7, 8 and 9 offer a particular challenge, where the water hazards could force a lack of concentration. Hole-10 leads play away from the northern boundary, setting up the challenge for the inward nine. Large bodies of water and meandering watercourses will test players all the way to the 18th. ...
Salgados Golf Course
Salgados Golf Course, located near Albufeira in the Algarve, Portugal, is perfectly integrated into the natural landscape of the Salgados wetlands. Designed to preserve and enhance the local ecosystem, this 18-hole par 72 course features five lakes and gently undulating fairways, providing a spectacular and enjoyable round for golfers of all levels. The course has recently undergone major upgrades, including a new island green on the 12th hole, a modern irrigation system, and significant improvements to the clubhouse and course facilities. Tee times and green fees are available online, making Salgados Golf Course an ideal destination for your Algarve golf holiday. ...
Amendoeira Faldo
Nick Faldo Golf Course, designed by Nick Faldo, with strategic play in mind, this golf course demands careful positioning to score well, rocky outcrops, meandering watercourses and views to the distant mountains and orange groves defining its essential character.|Faldo golf course opens with a testing uphill, Par-4, offering a number of 'risk reward' opportunities.The downhill, Par-5, fourth encounters a meandering watercourse, which comes into play on three of the front 9 holes and two on the back niine.The inward 9 holes include several, blind holes which will become the talking point of the '19th hole cognoscenti'. Faldo golf course offers a serious testing for the mid low handicap players, and can be a serious nightmare for beginners. In all Faldo golf course needs to be played more then once to give any player a chance of a good score. ...
Pine Cliffs Golf
Pine Cliffs Golf Course is surrounded by magnificent old pine trees and requires a precise game. World famous 'Devils Parlour', a challenging Par 3 crossing the cliffs, offers breathtaking views to the near Atlantic Ocean. The Pine Cliffs and Pine Cliffs Resort, provides a well equipped golf academy that meets the requirements of both the hobby golfer as well as the tournament player. The practice area includes a driving range with 9 different flag positions, a chipping & pitching area and a large putting green. At the pro shop you cannot only complete your golf equipment, but also rent all you need for a perfect round of golf. The sunny terrace of the Club House & Corda Café invites you for a drink or snack after the game. ...
Balaia Golf Course
Balaia Golf Course, perfectly located between Vilamoura and Albufeira, is a par-3, 9-hole course that is ideal for a relaxed practice round or a fun family challenge. The course features some particularly demanding holes, including the 2nd, 4th, 7th, and 8th, with the 4th hole being the longest at 160 metres and the 9th considered the most beautiful. The course also boasts an excellent driving range, complete with a short game area, a section exclusive to professionals, and multiple putting greens, all designed to help players improve their game. Visitors are greeted warmly, and the clubhouse offers a diverse menu where high-quality service is a priority, making for an all-around enjoyable golfing experience. ...
The Els Club Vilamoura (ex Victoria Golf Course)
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Els Club in Vilamoura, officially known as the Dom Pedro Victoria Golf Course, is one of the premier golfing destinations in the Algarve and across Europe. Designed by golf legend Ernie Els, the course perfectly balances technical challenge, elegant design, and seamless integration with the stunning Algarve landscape.
It has hosted numerous high-profile tournaments, including the Portugal Masters, which speaks to its world-class standards. Located in the heart of Vilamoura, the course offers a top-tier golfing experience for both professionals and amateurs alike. With its wide fairways, well-positioned greens, and first-class facilities, it’s no surprise that it’s considered a flagship course in the region.
Whether for leisure, sport, or business, The Els Club delivers an exceptional and memorable golfing experience. ...
Amendoeira O’Connor Jnr.
Designed by Christy O’Connor Jnr., this golf course complements the neighbouring Faldo Course and also takes full advantage of being situated in a fertile valley. Its various water features, both lakes and watercourses that are spread throughout the entire course, demand accuracy and tests the skill of all golfers. The rich topsoil has been skillfully landscaped and planted with mature palm trees, affording a lush, ornamental setting like an extensive oasis. This course has tees that are generally connected to the fairways, but its greater overall distance, the water hazards and big greens provide its challenge. Golfers must also be prepared to read the subtly contoured putting surfaces that are strong features. Fairly friendly golf course for ladies enabling them to enjoy a 697m cutback from gents’ tees. Complementary buggies and driving range will contributed to a great golfing journey.
Salgados Golf Course
The Salgados Golf Course 18 holes para 72, is a design of Pedro Vasconcelos and was created as a typical links course. Opened in 1994, the course gives a true tropical feeling due to hundreds of palm trees embroidering fairways, separating them from the occasional lakes.
Highlight holes include the narrow par three 3rd, where the fairway is flanked by water on both sides, and the par five 6th, which doglegs right to a green featuring a pronounced back to front slant. On the back nine the 15th and 18th are both rather intimidating, with very precise shot placements required to avoid trouble of the tee.
Don’t be fooled by the scorecard announcing a standard scratch score of three shots less than the par of 72 from the regular gents’ tees because Salgados is nowhere near that easy a course, especially if there’s a 30mph wind blowing. It’s a track worth playing, even just to see how long you can keep your original ball in play.
Amendoeira Faldo
The 18-hole sir Nick Faldo Golf Course impresses at the very first sight. Cactus and desert areas mixed with oaks and ancient olive trees make the contour of your eyesight. From the very first tee box the golfer can see the importance of a well-placed shot. Wide greens with some precise lines will complete the challenges.
The downhill, Par 5, hole 4, encounters a meandering watercourse, which comes into play on three of the front 9 holes and two of the inward play. In the back 9, the 11th Par 3 demand a perfect shot to avoid all the bunkers. The 13th hole will stay in mind as it is a downhill really long Par 5 with 640 meters from the back tee. The 18th, demands a good tee shot in order to pass safely over the stream on your second shot to leave a short wedge to reach the green, surrounded by an impressive rugged slope. Complimentary buggies and driving range contribute to a great golfing day.
Pine Cliffs Golf
Pine Cliffs Golf Course has 9 holes and its opening dates from 1991.
Designed by Martin Hawtree. It is a very well-maintained course located on the cliff top near Albufeira, 60 metres above sea level.
The course is not long (2000 metres) and flows along umbrella pine trees. The signature hole, the number 6, nicknamed ‘Devils Parlour’, is played from the tee over a ravine to a not so large green 197 metres away. Missing it is losing the ball down into the ravines. The 1st tee and the 9th green are just in front of the usually crowded club house, which calls for good starting shots and perfect finish. The golf course displays two alternate tees for the first and second round, in case players want to play 18 holes. Easy walking golf course.
Balaia Golf Course
The 9-hole Balaia Golf Course opened in 2001. It is a par 3 golf course ranging from 58 to 160 metres, which offers the opportunity to improve iron shots and short game. Located inside of the Balaia Village Resort it presents at the first tee a charming view of two lakes and an old wooden bridge. This course will test the ability of a golfer to control shots length and direction. Those with more experience will find an opportunity to accurate their short game from the very first tee. The course also has a good driving range where any kind of club can be tested, from driver to lob wedge.
The Els Club Vilamoura (ex Victoria Golf Course)
7/10 - from 2 comments
Joachim Stark
2026-03-24
a bit expensive but an interesting experience being alone in the club house and almost alone with a caddie on the course. Read more about The Els Club Vilamoura (ex Victoria Golf Course)
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