Monte Rei Golf Course, is set in the picturesque foothills of the Eastern Algarve, with sweeping views of the Serra do Caldeirão mountains to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. A truly unique design; with water coming into play on eleven of the eighteen holes, Monte Rei golf course features an enjoyable series of eight par-4s, five par-3s and five par-5s in a challenging and distinctive layout. Monte Rei golf course presentation is highly individual, each hole a design gem blending effortlessly into this natural canvas, from its ingenious shape and sculptured bunkers, to the impressive presentation and attention to detail making every golf hole as remarkable as the next; fairways and greens are bordered by several lakes, indigenous plants, native grasses and trees adding drama to the landscape, and providing golfers with unforgettable moments to cherish in this unique and tranquil golf environment. ...
Laranjal Golf Course is a premium 18-hole championship course offering one of the most refined golf experiences in the Algarve. The elegant design, natural flow, and strategic layout of the course now define its recognition. It demands precision and thoughtful course management, with narrow fairways, well-structured greens, and varied terrain that rewards accuracy over power. The course is enhanced by a natural Algarve landscape featuring mature trees, open views, and a series of lakes and water features that add both challenge and beauty throughout the round. Today, Laranjal also offers attractive multi-round golf packages, providing excellent value for golfers looking to enjoy several rounds within the Quinta do Lago resort ecosystem. These flexible options make it particularly appealing for visiting golfers seeking both quality and convenience. Consistently maintained to world-class standards, Laranjal remains one of the Algarve’s most respected and enjoyable championship courses. ...
The Old Course – A Timeless Classic, Elevated Located in the heart of Vilamoura, just 20 minutes from Faro Airport, The Old Course is one of the Algarve’s most iconic layouts. Designed by Frank Pennink, this parkland-style course winds through majestic pine trees, creating both beauty and challenge. Recent renovations have further enhanced its legacy, with a modernised clubhouse, an upgraded driving range featuring TrackMan technology, and improved course conditions. As with all Vilamoura Golf courses, it upholds strict environmental sustainability standards, ensuring a pristine and eco-friendly experience. A perfect blend of heritage and innovation, The Old Course Vilamoura remains a must-play for golfers seeking tradition, challenge, and world-class facilities. ...
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. ...
Royal Golf Course at Vale do Lobo resort, has rolling fairways set amidst pine trees and beautiful lakes surrounded by wild flowers. Its features include the almost island green of the 9th and the famous 16th, with cliff-top carryover - one of the most celebrated golfing images in the world, which has become the veritable symbol of golf in the Algarve.|The Royal Golf Course was designed by top American golf architect Rocky Roquemore, based on original drawings made by Sir Henry Cotton. It was inaugurated in 1997. ...
Quinta do Lago South Golf Course, favourite of many tour players, offers the possibility to hit the greens in regulation in several ways. However, each hole has one easy route and the player who sees this, and has the skill to follow the designer's intention, and produce sub-par figures. An anti-clockwise loop, it favours the draw shot.|This course favours the long hitter, but requires the player to pick a particular route to score well. Although both anti-clockwise loops, the first nine favours a draw, while the second favours a fade from the tee. It is an enjoyable experience for players of all standards. This course favours the long hitter, but requires the skill to score well. Although the front and back nines are both anti-clockwise loops, the first nine favours a draw, while the second favours a fade from the tee. An enjoyable experience for players of all standards. ...
Palmares golf course highlights itself in the Algarve coast because of its prime location, facing the incredible blue scenario of the ocean. A Perfect contrast with the green of this unique 27-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, which the links holes along the beach and the great views are the highlighting points.
The New 27 Holes Palmares Golf Course designed by Trent Jones Jr reopened mid 2010 and already Golf World magazine, has recently published its ‘top 100 in Europe’ list - and Onyria Palmares is ranked 26th in Continental Europe. ...
Espiche golf course is located within a nature reserve and just five minutes from Lagos, Espiche Clubhouse & Golf is an eco-resort which has been perfectly integrated into the surrounding natural environment and offers a unique and authentic experience in the western Algarve. Preservation, conservation and innovation of resource management are at the heart of Espiche Golf & Clubhouse. The 18 hole, par 72 golf course was designed to integrate effortlessly into the surrounding Algarve countryside and the indigenous flora and fauna of the area have been preserved, in keeping with the company ethos of nature preservation and conservation. This commitment to maintaining natural resources is one that we believe will allow Espiche Clubhouse & Golf to continuously contribute to a sustainable future. The Espiche Golf Clubhouse, which is also home to the Gecko restaurant, has been awarded internationally for its architecture, design and environmental efficiency, in reference to both the choice of materials used for the building and in its resource management. The exceptional location of the Clubhouse, situated on top of a hill overlooking the resort, offers breathtaking views across the golf course and the nature reserve. The views, coupled with the exceptional quality of the food available, makes the Clubhouse a reference for both lovers of golf and those who value the tranquility and beauty of nature itself. ...
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Morgado Golf Course: A Championship Gem in the Algarve Nestled at the foothills of the Algarve's Monchique Mountains, just a short drive from the vibrant seaside town of Portimão and the charming fishing village of Alvor, Morgado Golf Course is home to the prestigious Portuguese Open Championship. This par-73 course offers a stunning and varied layout that caters to golfers of all levels, providing a memorable experience from start to finish. Morgado presents two distinct sets of nine holes — the front nine features a flatter landscape, while the back nine introduces more undulating terrain with breathtaking views of the Monchique Mountains. The back nine also brings an extra challenge as the valley's mountain-sided topography creates a funnel for gusting winds. The golf course is walkable for those up to the challenge, but when the weather heats up, a buggy is highly recommended, especially given the well-designed access paths to the fairways. Though the overall course length is manageable, the par 3s on the front nine stand out with two nearly 200-meter holes, requiring precision and skill. Fortunately, the shorter par 4s balance the challenge, offering opportunities for golfers to hit the green in regulation. Strategy Tip: Build a strong score on the front nine and treat it as a warm-up for the more demanding back nine. The highlight of the round comes at the spectacular 18th hole, a signature finishing hole with an elevated tee that reveals a panoramic view of the undulating fairway guarded by bunkers and the welcoming Clubhouse in the distance. It's a breathtaking scene and a fantastic way to end your round — by par, birdie, or simply with a smile on your face. Beyond the golf, Morgado offers a peaceful escape immersed in the natural beauty of this tranquil side of the Algarve. With impeccable course conditions and thoughtful management improvements, this championship course will leave you eager to return. ...
Quinta da Ria Golf Course was the first of two 18-hole golf courses in a spectacular location on the coast of the eastern Algarve, known locally as 'Sotavento'. Quinta da Ria, situated in the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, has already been described by experienced golfers as the most breathtaking golf course in the Region. In fact, there will be no houses, or villas, or apartments to distract you from your game: just you and a breathtaking nature. A nice open golf course, very thick rough, lower edges bunkers and some water coming in to play on some holes. ...
Royal Golf Course at Vale do Lobo resort, has rolling fairways set amidst pine trees and beautiful lakes surrounded by wild flowers. Its features include the almost island green of the 9th and the famous 16th, with cliff-top carryover - one of the most celebrated golfing images in the world, which has become the veritable symbol of golf in the Algarve.|The Royal Golf Course was designed by top American golf architect Rocky Roquemore, based on original drawings made by Sir Henry Cotton. It was inaugurated in 1997. ...
The Ocean Golf Course at Vale do Lobo resort, features undulating fairways which run alongside nature reserve, before leading gently down to the shores of the Atlantic.|Its emblematic holes are two challenging and spectacular Par 4s, the 11th and the 14th – which treat golfers to some of the most spectacular views in the Algarve - and the Par 3 15th, which runs alongside the beach. The Ocean Course is composed of two of the original 9-hole golf courses designed by Sir Henry Cotton, which were opened in 1968 and 1972. His plans for the merged course became reality in 1995, after his death. ...
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. ...
Open since the Spring 2023, Ombria Golf Course will offer a landmark golf experience, an 18-hole, Par 70/71 signature course where nature has been fully integrated into the play experience to provide a diverse challenge and setting. At one of the finest resorts in Portugal, players will enjoy the outstanding facilities of a premium branded hotel, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve, an endless choice of sporting activities and the perfect all-year-round climate of an inland Algarve golf course. This signature course was designed by Jorge Santana da Silva, who followed a sustainable vision to complement and enhance the natural landscape. Weaving around ancient rivers and trees that have stood for generations, it has achieved the standards of golf’s most prestigious ecolabel certifications and created a naturally diverse setting for a truly memorable round of golf. ...
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. ...
Dom Pedro Pinhal Golf Course was the second golf course built in Vilamoura. Several refinements were incorporated over the years. It is typified by rolling parkland terrain covered with numerous umbrella and Atlantic pines that line many of the fairways and a few even stand out on fairways or near greens.|Ponds and a stream come into play on five holes but are not serious threats to above-average golfers. To keep up with modern technical advances in clubs and balls, several holes have recently been lengthened. The clubhouse was completely renovated and modernized at the turn of the millennium and from the large verandah, one can enjoy a panoramic view over the excellent driving range and practice facilities. ...
The Algarve’s reputation is built on its exceptional climate, course quality, and accessibility.
Key advantages:
This makes the region a top choice for golfers from across Europe.
Explore Courses by Area
Golf courses are located across several distinct regions:
Western Algarve
Around Lagos and Portimão— scenic and less crowded
Central Algarve
Including Albufeira and Vilamoura — highest concentration of courses
Eastern Algarve
Near Tavira — quieter and more relaxed atmosphere
Year-Round Golf Conditions
How many golf courses are in the Algarve?
The region features over 40 courses, making it Portugal’s largest golf destination
Are there golf deals available year-round?
Yes, seasonal offers and special promotions are available throughout the year.
What is the best area to stay for golf?
Central Algarve areas such as Vilamoura and Quinta do Lago offer the highest concentration of courses.
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