The Ultimate Algarve Aerial Golf Tour

Álamos | Portimao

Álamos Golf course is a short but stunning test for golf. Having stunning views of the Monchique mountains, lakes and farmland, there is a real sense of getting away from it all here. It is shorter than Morgado (Par 71) but it has all the features necessary to fulfil the expectations of the most demanding player.

More than a test of golf, this is a course which attests to the harmony which may be achieved between the man-made and nature itself.

Architect: European Golf Design 
Opened in: 2006 
Par: 71 - 18 holes 
Length: 5683 m.

Restaurant - Bar - Golf Shop

Greens: Penn A4 
Rough: Fescue 
Tees: Tifton 419 
Fairways: Tifton 419

Address:

Álamos Golf
Morgado do Reguengo Resort
8500-000 Portimão
Algarve - Portugal

Tel.: +351 282 402 150

www.cshotelsandresorts.com

Alto Golf | Portimao

This is legendary golf course - is the last designed by architect Sir Henry Cottons, features the 600 meter par 5 known as the "Sir Henry challenge", and what a challenge it is!

Pestana Alto is synonymous with design and play, and in a world of modern, complex course design, more and more people look back at the classics and see how course design should be: about challenge and playability for all handicap levels.

Located on the edge of the picturesque fishing village of Alvor, the rolling fairways and elevated greens test all and reward anyone who enjoys thinking about their game.

Architect: Sr. Henry Cotton 
Opened in: 1991 
Par: 70 - 18 holes 
Length Men: White: 6125 m /
Yellow Men: 5683 m / Yellow
Ladies: 5683 m / Red Ladies: 5233 m 
Handicap required: -27 for men /
-35 for ladies

Driving Range, Putting Green,
Chipping Area, Pro Shop,
Restaurant/Bar. Possibility of playing tennis.

Fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Bentgrass

Address:

Pestana Alto Golf Course 
Quinta do Alto do Poço, 
Quatro Estradas, Alvor 
8501-906 Portimao 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel.: +351 282460870

www.pestanagolf.com

Balaia | Albufeira

The course consists of nine holes par 3, with an ideal course for pratice or iniciation into the sport. The undulating fairways, coupled with the excellent condition of the greens, are attractive enough for any level of handicap of the game.

The Golf Academy, with specific training programs for various levels, and supervised by a resident professional, accredited by the PGA, along with the Driving Range and Putting and Chipping Greens, make this course one of the best options for fans of this sport.

Architect: Southern Golf 
Par: 27 - 9 holes 
Opened in: 2001 
Length: 984 m. 

Driving Range - Putting Green -
Chipping Green - Pro Shop -
Resident Professional - Tennis -
Restaurant - Bar

Greens: Penneagle 
Fairways: Bermuda

Address:

Balaia Golf Village 
Sitio da Balaia 
Apartado 917 
8200-912 Albufeira 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel.: +351 289570442

www.balaiagolfvillage.pt

Benamor | Tavira

The decision to build a golf course, on the land of Quinta de Benamor, in Tavira, Algarve,  was made in 1986. The Owning Martins Dias family invited the late Sir Henry Cotton to make a concept design for an 18-hole course. Sir Henry Cotton was inspired by the beautiful old church next to the site of the Clubhouse and by the spectacular location. 

The final result is a delightful par 71 golf course of 5.500 metres (6.100 yards), which offers a pleasant playing experience, to players of all standards. The course is undulating but not hilly. The views of the mountains to the North and the Atlantic Ocean to the South are stunning. The indigenous olive, cork, carob, fig and almond trees, many centuries old, feature aesthetically and in playing terms. Water hazards and sand bunkers are located to test the strategy and striking ability of the player. The Penn A4 greens and tees are simply superb

Architect: Sir Henry Cotton 
Par: 71 - 18 holes 
Length: White 5497 m / Yellow 5197 m / Red 4760 m 
Opened in: 2000 
Max. handicap: -36 for both ladies and men.

Pro Shop - Restaurant - Bar

Fairways: Bermuda Sahara, Rye Grass 
Greens: Penn A4

Address:

Benamor Golf 
Quinta de Benamor 
8800-067 Conceição de Tavira 
Portugal

Tel: +351 281 320 880

www.benamorgolf.com

Boavista | Lagos

The course, blessed with stunning views from all sides, with the Bay of Lagos to the East and the impressive backdrop of the Monchique Mountains to the North, is a stern test for golfers of all standards.

With two distinctive sections the course offers a variety of holes commencing with the welcoming first hole, a meandering downhill par-4, bordered by beautiful sub-tropical landscaping leading to harmoniously designed properties.

The first nine, in general, climb to the highest point of the resort, where a pause at the eighth tee will allow one to experience panoramic views. Subsequent holes descend to an area where water features, streams, lakes and arched bridges, reminiscent of landscaped gardens abound.

Without doubt the Signature Hole on the outward nine is the stunning par 3, 6th Hole, at 194m one of the most challenging par three holes in the Algarve

Architect: Howard Swan
Par: 71 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 2002 
Lengths: Championship 6053 m /White 5751m /
Yellow 5362m / Red 4751m 
Max. handicap: -27 for men / -34 for ladies

Boavista Golf 
Quinta da Boavista SA 
Apartado 62 
8601-901 Lagos 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 282 000 111

www.boavistagolf.com

Castro Mirim Golfe | Castro Marim

Undulating contours, interesting views, well worth a visit' is what Algarve Golf & Property Magazine has to say about Castro Marim Golfe & Country Club. 

The variety provided by the three nine hole courses - The Guadiana, The Atlantic and The Grouse - means you'll never get tired of playing golf here.

Architect: Terry Murrey Par: 71 - 3 x 9-holes
Lengths: Atlantic 2508m
Grouse 3017m Guadiana 2757m
Opened in: 2001

Driving Range - Putting Green -
Pro Shop - Resident Professional -
Golf Academy - Restaurant - Bar

Fairways: Bermuda Greens: Penn A4

Address:

Castro Marim Golf
P.O. Box 70 8950-909
Castro Marim Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 281 510 330

www.castromarimresort.com

Colina Verde | Moncarapacho

The 9 hole Executive par 3 golf course is suitable for players of all levels. Straightforward enough to be enjoyable for beginners, but also testing enough for the experienced player wishing to sharpen their ironplay and short game. With average playing time of one and a half hours, there is plenty of time if you so wish to take in one of the 18 hole championship courses in the locality the same day.

Architect: José António Cavaco 
Par: 28 - 9 holes 
Opened in: 2003 
Length: Yellow 1145 m / Red 1079 m 
Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies

Greens: Penn A4 
Fairways: Mix Bermuda, Rye Grass

Address:

Colina Verde Golf 
Sítio da Maragota - Moncarapacho 
8700-078 Moncarapacho 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 790 110

www.golfcolinaverde.com

Espiche Golf | Espiche

One of the unique features of our Algarve golf course is simply what’s not  there! The beautiful rolling terrain, native vegetation, lakes, streams and flowers that line our fairways are only bordered by unspoiled countryside and local vineyards! No towering hotels or condominium projects. No villas lining the fairways. Nothing but the natural beauty of the Algarve framed by the majestic Monchique Mountains in the distance.
 

With 5862 meters (6411 yards) from the back tees, ours is a strategic layout that demands careful thought and shot planning rather than brute force to get the best from your round. The rolling hills and frequent doglegs mean you’ll need to work the ball both ways.

         And from the moment you step out on the tee box, you'll experience a sense of awe at the beauty of the layout before you. Tree-lined fairways are both tight and forgiving. From the fairways, the course at Espiche requires a deft touch with your short game. Bunkers guard most greens while the greens themselves are large and undulating, demanding a soft hand with the putter. Espiche is a challenging yet fun layout: a shot-maker’s course where you’ll enjoy an amazing variety of holes not found on most courses.

          The par five 1st, dropping some 80 feet from the tee before rising back to the same height at the green, gives you some idea of the views and challenged to come. The 3rd provides the sternest test on the front nine at 409 meters uphill all the way before the short seventh and eighth offer birdie opportunities.

          The par five tenth is surely one of the finest in the Algarve and, while you may be tempted to go for the green in two, the fairway gets progressively tighter as you near the green. The risk-reward nature of the course is apparent on many holes and you’ll always feel you left a few out there to be improved upon on your next round.

          You'll relish every shot and every hole as you enjoy golf in the Algarve the way it was meant to be experienced: on a fun and challenging course that takes full advantage of its picturesque setting.

Architect: Peter Sauerman
Opened in: 2012         
Par: 72 – 18 Holes
Length (yards) from yellow tees: 5998
Handicap:  Men 36, Ladies 36

Address:

ESPICHE CAMPO DE GOLFE S.A.
APARTADO 477
8601-906 LAGOS
ALGARVE – PORTUGAL

+351 282 688 250

http://www.espiche-golf.com/

Gramacho | Carvoeiro

After his success designing the Vale de Pinta course, Ronald Fream teamed up with the former world No. 1 Nick Price to create the unique design of Gramacho. With 18 holes and 27 greens, plus numerous different tee points, players are able to enjoy the same course time and time again but always with slightly different challenges.

Having hosted the Portuguese Ladies Open on a number of occasions Pestana Gramacho is recognized as a championship course enjoyable and playable even by those with a higher handicap.

Apart from the fantastic golf design, Ronald and Nick managed to incorporate the traditional landscape by utilizing the natural stone outcrops, historical dry stone walling and existing ancient trees with some artfully sculpted lakes and bunkers. The effect is a wonderful journey through the countryside

Architect: Ronald Fream 
Opened in: 1990 
Par: 72 - 18 holes (9x2) 
Lengths: Black 6107 m / White 5532 m /
Yellow 5532 m / Red 4777 m 
Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies 
Handicap certificate required

Driving Range - Putting Green -
Pitching Area - Trolleys - Buggies -
Club Hire - Pro-shop -
Golf Academy - Terrace - Snack-Bar

Greens: Bent grass 
Fairways: Ryegrass, Bermuda

Address:

Pestana Gramacho Golf Resort 
Carvoeira Golfe SA 
P.O. Box 1011 
8401-908 Carvoeiro 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 282 340 900

www.pestanagolf.com

Monte Rei | Vila Nova de Cacela

The Monte Rei resort 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. 

The first of two Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses - "Monte Rei North" - opened for play in June 2007. This par 72 Championship golf course measuring 6567m from the Tournament tees is a truly unique design; with water coming into play on eleven of the eighteen holes, the golf course features an enjoyable series of eight par-4s, five par-3s and five par-5s in a challenging and distinctive layout. 

The golf course's presentation is highly individual, each hole a design gem blending effortlessly into this natural canvas, from its ingeniously shaped and sculptured bunkers, to the impressive presentation and attention to detail making every 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.

Architect: Jack Nicklaus 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: Summer 2007 
Length: 6567m

Greens: Creeping Bentgrass 
Fairways: Bermuda

Greens: Bent grass 
Fairways: Ryegrass, Bermuda

Address:

Monte Rei Golf 
Sítio do Pocinho, Sesmarias 
P.O. Box 118 
8901-907 Vila Nova de Cacela 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 281 950 960

www.monte-rei.com

Morgado  | Portimão

Set in a valley in the inner Algarve, between Portimão and Monchique, Morgado Golf course is a challenge both for those taking their first steps in golf as for the more experienced player, who would like to test his technique. The scorecard shows a PAR 73, but the course path length is attenuated by the generous width of fairways. However, less accurate strokes may be penalized by the action of one of several bunkers spread across the field.

We can say that the Morgado Golf is a course with the characteristics of a links - with flat fairways and Scottish inspiration bunkers - but instead of being close to the shore as traditional links, it is inserted into an area of parkland. Surrounded by the region traditional tree species, the player who visits Morgado Golf contacts with a different Algarve, calm and serene, providing the perfect setting for a memorable round.

Architect: European Golf Design 
Opened in: 2006 
Par: 71 - 18 holes 
Length: 5641 m.

Restaurant - Bar - Golf Shop

Greens: Penn A4 
Rough: Fescue 
Tees: Tifton 419 
Fairways: Tifton 419

Address:

CS Alamos Golf Course 
Morgado do Reguengo 
8500-000 Portimao 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 282 402 150

www.cshotelsandresorts.com

Oceanico Academy  | Alcantarilha

The 9 hole Oceanico Academy course located between the Oceanico Faldo Course and the Oceanico O'Connor Jnr. course is ideally suited to beginners and those who wish to sharpen up their short game. It has been built to the same high standards as the Oceanico Faldo Course and Oceanico O'Connor Jnr. course.

Three teeing options vary the line of play into each hole and maximize every hazard designed into the green complex. The 7th is the feature hole on the course, where two of the teeing options play over water.

The 9 hole Oceanico Academy course will become a firm favourite with all the family and a must to play alongside its big brothers.

Architect: Steve Richardson
Par: 27 (par 3/hole) – 9 Holes
Length: 700m

Magnificent Clubhouse
Pro-Shop with extensive range of products
Greenside bar & café
Bar and restaurant
Luxurious changing rooms
Practice Putting Greens
Driving Range
Long & short game practice areas

Address:

Oceanico Faldo Golf 
Amendoeira Golf Resort 
Morgado da Lameira 
8365-023, Alcantarilha 
Silves 
Algarve - Portugal

+351 282320800

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico Faldo  | Alcantarilha

Designed by Sir Nick Faldo with strategic play in mind this 6598m par 72 championship course demands careful positioning to score well.

"The land at Amendoeira is dramatic and the project has the potential to be a real talking point in the Algarve. With so many courses in the region, that’s no mean feat," pointed out Nick Faldo, during his visit in 2007.

In a modern twist of a traditional recipe, cacti and wild herbs replace the role of Sunningdale’s heather, spartan Holm oaks and ancient olive trees take the place of a lush English woodland, and desert scrub bunkers of crushed limestone replace Berkshire’s sandy tracts in a golf course that revels in the classic principles of strategic play.

Nick said: "This was a very exciting project, which gave me a great opportunity to exploit my passion for design the same way I exploited my passion for playing. You have incredible views, beautiful undulating land and any time you have natural terrain like this, it is great fun to work with."

"The real skill is that when you stand on the tee, the golf hole tells you what to do and if you do what it tells you there is reward but if you don’t you’re penalised. The back nine is quite hilly, which is fantastic because we’ve got some great views to complement the course."

"I like my courses to be challenging to whoever plays them. There might be easy holes in some places, but they are a challenge because you have to think about them, and that is what I am after. The best compliment you can get in the design business is when players come off the course and say ’wow, that was a challenge,’ and that’s just what I planned at Amendoeira Golf Resort."

Architect: Nick Faldo 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1st September 2008 
Length: 6598 m 
Handicaps: Men - 24, Ladies – 36 

Greens: Bentgrass 
Fairways: Bermuda

Address:

Oceanico Faldo Golf 
Amendoeira Golf Resort 
Morgado da Lameira 
8365-023, Alcantarilha 
Silves 
Algarve - Portugal

+351 282320800

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico Laguna  | Vilamoura

Laid out over low lying coastal terrain, this course, with its many water hazards and few trees, is considerably different from the other ones in Vilamoura and many of its holes convey a links atmosphere.

U.S. golf architect Joseph Lee designed this course which opened in 1990 and many previous visitors will recognise it as part of the former 27 hole Vilamoura III course. It has been subject to continual improvements over the years.

Measuring 6121m from the white tees, the par 72 course includes several lakes which influence play on a total of 11 holes. In addition to acting as hazards and emergency water reservoirs, these lakes serve a useful purpose in attracting a variety of aquatic birds, both resident and migratory, as well as amphibians, otters and terrapins.

Vilamoura's master developers, Lusotur, have also established an environmental nature park not far from the course.

Apart from the lakes and an impressive total of 79 bunkers, another hazard is the wind that frequently blows over this somewhat exposed location.

The Oceanico Laguna course shares a large, welcoming clubhouse with the neighbouring Oceanico Millennium course.

Architect: Joseph Lee 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1990 (North and East)
and in 1993 (South)
Lengths: White 6121 m / Yellow 5767 m /
Red 4900 m / Blue 5605 m

Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies 
Handicap certificate required.

ClubHouse - Pro-Shop - Restaurant - Bar -
Buggy bar in the course - Putting-green -
Driving-range with bunker and chipping area.

Greens: Bentgrass, Penncross 
Tees and Fairways: Bermuda Tifton 328

Address:

Oceanico Laguna Golf 
Apartado 970 
8126-912 Vilamoura 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 310 180

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico Millennium  | Vilamoura

This conventional PAR 72 course opened in the year 2000, although the original back nine was formerly part of the 27-hole Laguna Course. Refurbishment to the existing nine holes commenced in May 1999 and included the complete rebuilding of the tees, greens and bunkers, particularly for holes 8 and 9, the only ones on this loop with water hazards, with the aim to simplify the strategy of the course to make it more golfer-friendly. The renovated 9 holes were joined together with the new 9-hole loop to offer a layout of different character, style and playing quality. The work was undertaken by the well-established UK golf Architects Hawtree & Sons which culminated in the creation of the new, exciting 18-hole Oceanico Millennium golf course.

The course is particularly open, although some holes (the 3rd to the 7th) wind between pine trees and are similar to the neighbouring fairways of the Oceanico Old Course and Oceanico Pinhal. In this more wooded area, the fairways are narrower and require greater accuracy - while the rest of the course has a clear landscape enriched by lakes at the 4th, 17th and 18th holes. The arrival of the Oceanico Millennium course made Vilamoura one of the main - if not the main - European golf destinations.

Architect: Martin Hawtree 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 2000 
Lengths: 6157 m / White 5784 m /
Yellow 5496 m / Red 4767 m.

Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies 
Handicap certificate is required. 

Driving Range - Putting Green -
Resident Professional - Pro Shop -
Restaurant - Bar

Fairways: Bermuda with Lollium 
Tees: Bermuda Tifton 419 
Greens: Bentgrass Penn A4

Address:

Oceanico Millennium Golf 
Apartado 970 
8126-912 Vilamoura 
Algarve, Portugal 

Tel: +351 289 310 188

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico O'Connor Jnr.  | Alcantarilha

Designed by Christy O’Connor Jnr., this course complements the neighbouring Oceanico 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 test from all golfers, and 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.

Holes 7, 8 and 9, average length par 4’s, offer a particular challenge as all three run alongside lakes, so golfers’ concentration and accuracy of tee-shots as well as approaches are vital. 3rd and 17th holes are both excellent par 3’s.

Two consecutive par 4’s, the 14th and 15th with large rolling greens, are tough hurdles to overcome at such a critical stage of the round, and then the finishing hole, 356m off the white tee, requires a precision drive to set up the approach to a two tier green benched into the hillside. Christy's 18th hole brings the course to a fantastic finish, a gentle climb with the river running along the right hand side. 'This hole is a humdinger; once you get up here and look down on the golf course, you will feel you have been blessed.'

Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Length: 6 708 m 
Architect: Christy O'Connor Jr. 
Opened in: 1st October 2008 
Handicap: Men - 28, Ladies - 36

Greens: Bent 
Fairways: Bermuda

Address:

Oceanico O'Connor Golf 
Amendoeira Golf Resort 
Morgado da Lameira 
8365-023, Alcantarilha 
Algarve - Portugal

Tel: +351 282320800

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico Old Course  | Vilamoura

Situated in the heart of Vilamoura a mere 20 minute drive from Faro airport, this Frank Pennink designed parkland style layout is one of the oldest in the region and renowned all over the golfing world.

Often described as the Grande Dame of Algarve courses, it meanders throughout impressive pine trees - the principal hazard - over gently undulating natural terrain. Although it opened in 1969, the course was completely renovated and modernised 27 years later although no major changes were made to the magnificent layout.

In addition to raising the Oceanico Old Course to new heights of quality, an attractive new clubhouse and adjacent putting green were also built at that time. As with all Oceanico courses, environmental protection practices are strictly adhered to by means of detailed management systems in line with guidelines established by ISO 14001 standards, Green Globe and Committed to Green programmes.

This is one of the courses in Portugal that will always stay in the memory of visiting golfers.

Architect: Frank Pennink 
Opened in: 1969 
Remodelled and modernised by
Martin Hawtree in 1996 
Par: 73 - 18 holes 
Lengths: White 6257 m / Yellow 5913 m /
Red 5086 m / Blue 5718 m 
Max. handicap: -24 for men / -28 for ladies

Golf shop - Restaurant - Bar

Greens: Bentgrass Providence 
Tees/Fairways: Bermuda Tifton 419

Address:

Oceânico Old Course Vilamoura 
Apartado 970 
8126-912 Vilamoura 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 310 341

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico Pinhal | Vilamoura

This was the second golf course built in Vilamoura and inaugurated in 1976, having originally been designed by Frank Pennink, the architect of the nearby Oceanico Old Course.

Several refinements were incorporated over the years, the most significant one by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1985. The course 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 and the PAR 72 course now measures 6353m off the white tee markers.

The clubhouse was completely renovated and modernised at the turn of the millennium and from the large veranda one can enjoy a panoramic view over the excellent driving range and practice facilities.

Architect: Frank Pennink 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1976 
Remodelled by Robert Trent Jones in 1985. 
Length: White 6353 m / Yellow 5914 m /
Red 5206 m / Blue 5627 m 
Max. handicap: -28 for men/-36 for ladies 
Handicap certificate required.

Driving range - Putting green - Golf Shop -
Restaurant - Bar

Greens: Bentgrass Penncross
Tees and Fairways: Bermuda Tifton 419 and Lollium

Address:

Oceanico Pinhal Golf
Apartado 970 
8126-912 Vilamoura 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 310 390

www.oceanicogolf.com

Oceanico Victoria | Vilamoura

The Oceanico Victoria , which covers some 90 hectares, is the most recent golf course project of Arnold Palmer in Portugal. As one of the best and most sophisticated golf courses in Europe, every care has been taken to ensure the preservation of the wetlands and the typical vegetation of carob, olive and almond trees. Several lakes, occupying 13 hectares, provide mirrors of water and strategic reservoirs for irrigation.

The course features 5 or 6 tees per hole; wide, undulating fairways; extensive water hazards and cleverly positioned bunkers. In addition there is an exceptional driving range and a putting green of some 2,500m².

The Oceanico Victoria golf course is an 18-hole, PAR 72 championship layout, measuring 6651m from the back tees. Opened in 2004, Oceanico Victoria is a unique, unforgettable experience for all who play there, and is a major venue for top international tournaments:

Host to the Portugal Masters 2007-2014

Host to the PGA World Cup 2005

Architect: Arnold Palmer
Par: 72 - 18 holes
Opened in: 2004 
Length: White 6560 m / Yellow 6094 m /
Blue 5164 m / Red 4762 m.

Max. handicap: -24 for men / -36 for ladies
Handicap certificate required

Driving Range - Putting Green - Pro Shop -
Restaurant - Bar - Valet Service

Greens: Bentgrass L-93 
Fairways & Tees: Bermuda 419

Address:

Oceanico Victoria Golf
Apartado 970
8126-912 Vilamoura
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 320 100

www.oceanicogolf.com

Palmares | Lagos

The Alvor Course

Located primarily on the northern part of the site, the Alvor Course has a parkland character with mature trees and lovely views of the Monchique hills.  Changes in elevation are integral to the design of this nine as a majority of the golf holes ascend hillsides or descend through intimate valleys. The parkland setting disappears briefly with a series of holes with more expansive views.  A preview of the dunes and links holes to come is provided in the sixth and seventh holes. As the round concludes, the course again assumes the parkland character.

The Lagos Course

The Lagos Course begins with the same parkland character. This course incorporates the only two lakes found on the entire site at the short par-3 third hole and the long par-4 sixth hole. Holes seven and eight immerse golfers into the expansive dune lands on the southwestern portion of the site. The round concludes with a climb to the clubhouse and back into a more parkland setting.

The Praia Course

The third nine at Palmares presents the golf experience every great designer dreams of having the privilege to create: a seaside landscape with dunes exposed to the elements. The four seaside holes are between the beach and the railway line. The course opens by descending from a parkland setting.  The second hole then whisks golfers into the true links part of the course. This dunes character is continued through the remainder of the Praia Golf Course with the closing hole, a strong uphill par-5, rising up out of the dunes through a deep valley to an amphitheatre just below the clubhouse.

Architect: Robert Trent Jones Jr. 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: October 2010 
Length: 6314m 
Max. handicap: 28 for men / 36 for ladies

fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Alpha

Address:

Palmares Golf 
P.O. Box 74 
Meia Praia 
8601-901 Lagos 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 282 790 500

www.onyriapalmares.com

Parque da Floresta | Budens

Parque da Floresta is located amongst rolling, hilly terrain near the south-western tip of Portugal, the 'Land's End' of Continental Europe.

The layout, designed by former Spanish amateur champion Pepe Gancedo, architect of the well-known Torrequebrada course near Malaga in Spain, was virtually carved out of the hills and many of the natural contours were retained.

Because of this, most of the holes, especially on the first nine, are testing and at first sight may be daunting for beginners. But this is what intrigues those who play it for the first time. The tendency is for golfers to go back time and again in an attempt to master the trickier holes. It is a case of the greater the challenge, the better the reward.

Unlike most courses, the controversial Parque da Floresta has an infinite variety of holes, each one with individual character.

A combination of finesse and long precise shots is essential to score well.The owners, who acquired the complex at the end of 1993, have embarked on a programme of continuous course improvement. Several fairways which formerly had side slopes have been levelled out and attractively landscaped.

Architect: Pepe Gancedo 
Par: 71 - 18 holes 
Length: 5712 m. 
Opened in: 1987

Facilities: Driving-Range,
Putting-Green, Pool, Restaurant,
Bar, Pro-Shop.

Fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Bentgrass

Address:

Parque da Floresta Golf Resort 
Vale do Poço 
8650-060 Budens 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 282 690 054

www.parquedaflorestagolfclub.com

Penina | Portimão

Positioned in the western Algarve, Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is widely renowned as the true home of Portuguese golf. This is the only resort in Portugal to offer three golf courses... one of which, The Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course, is the first 18 hole course to have been constructed in the Algarve - and is legendary for some of the finest and most challenging golf in the world.

Set in a stunning 360 acre estate, amidst an impressive array of natural landscape surroundings, the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort has been voted Portugal's Leading Golf Resort by the World Travel Awards... whilst the marquee Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course has hosted 10 Portuguese Opens and scores of other prestigious tournaments.

Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course
Known as one of the most challenging – and satisfying – courses in the whole of Portugal, this marquee course is as unforgiving as it is beautiful. Flanked by streams, ditches and water hazards, the course is maintained to the highest standard… and boasts an extensive array of subtle slopes, elevated greens and breathtaking scenery.

Resort Course
A great combination course that provides 9 holes of solid, but gentle, practice for beginners… as well as 18 holes of challenging golf for the more seasoned player. With 18 well thought out holes, this course follows the principles laid down by the father of Portuguese golf, Sir Henry Cotton: the perfect course for golfers of every level and ability.

Academy Course 
Weaving its way through the fairways of the Championship Course, this executive 9-hole course has been specifically designed for the intermediate golfer. Great for all-round holiday golf and a very enjoyable round. With reasonable short greens, accuracy off the tee, along with approach shots, provide all players a chance to practice their short game with aplomb.

Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course

Par: 73 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1966
Length: White marks - 6273 metres
(6860 yards), Yellow marks -
5827 metres (6373 yards), Blue marks -
5414 metres (5918 yards),
Red marks - 5140 metres (5621 yards)

Resort Course

Par: 35 - 9 holes 
Opened in: 1972 
Length: 2987 m.

Academy Course

Par: 30 - 9 holes 
Opened in: 1977 
Length: 1851 m.

Address:

Penina Golf Resort
P.O. Box 146
Penina 8501-952
Portimao Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 282 420 200

penina.com

Pine Cliffs | Albufeira

Perched 200 feet above the golden sands and blue water of the Atlantic Ocean lies the immaculate Pine Cliffs Golf Course. The location of the resort is unique. It extends across 168 acres of naturally beautiful land set above a stunning cliff top, beneath lies an expanse of golden sand beach and the deep blue water of the Atlantic Ocean. The dark red of the sandstone cliffs contrasts sharply with the immaculate green of the golf course above and the sparkling blue ocean below.

This is one of the country’s most original golf courses, built in a pinewood setting, with tree lined fairways running parallel along the Atlantic Ocean, giving it's guests breathtaking views along the Algarvian coastline.  Architect Martin Hawtree’s main concern was to keep the natural surroundings as it was before the course was built.

The jewel of this perfectly kept course is the Par 3 sixth hole. The championship tee is built over a ravine that requires a 198 metre carrying shot over the cliffs to a deep but narrow green

Architect: Martin Hawtree 
Par: 33 - 9 holes 
Opened in: 1990 
Lengths: White 2227m / Yellow 2025m /
Red 1805m
Max. handicap: -36 for men and ladies. 

Fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Penncross

Address:

Pine Cliffs Golf 
Praia da Falésia 
P.O. Box 644 
8200-909 Albufeira 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 500 113

www.sheratonalgarve.com/en/pine-cliffs-golf-algarve

Pineiros Altos | Quinta do Lago

Pinheiros Altos is established as one of the most prestigious and successful premier golf and leisure resorts in Europe, and owns a 27 hole Championship golf course.

The original 18 holes were designed by the respected American architect Ronald Fream and the additional 9 holes, created by the highly regarded Portuguese golf architect George Santana da Silva, opened in 2007.

The 27 hole Championship Pinheiros Altos Golf is presented in three contrasting nine hole formats. Each nine holes is a PAR 36:

9 Hole Pines Golf Course
The Pinheiros Altos Pines Course (Pinheiros) is named after the abundance of pine trees which abound the course, this nine includes four of the new holes opened in January 2007 and five of the original front nine. One thousand additional pine trees were planted to blend the new with old.

9 Hole Corks Golf Course
The Corks Course (Sobreiros) is the longer of the three nine holes at Pinheiros Altos and regarded as the most demanding, especially due to the difficulty of the eighth hole.

9 Hole Olives Golf Course
The Olives Course was the original back nine and has remained unchanged since the island green eighth hole was constructed in 1995 and has one of the golf courses signatures holes.

All nine holes have their starting and finishing points in close proximity to the beautiful Pinheiros Altos Clubhouse. Each hole has four starting tees: The white and yellow tees represent the championship and medal tees respectively for the men, the red and blue tees for the ladies.

Firm, Fast and Testing Greens

The firm, fast and testing greens, sown with Pentcross Bent and combined with the Bermuda fairway grass, provide resilient and excellent surfaces on which to play golf and make Pinheiros Altos a must play course when visiting the Algarve.The 27 championship holes at the Pinheiros Altos Resort are presented in three nine holes formats.

Architect: Ronald Fream & Jorge Santana da Silva 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Olives + Pines - 72 / 6028m Corks + Olives -
72 / 6137m Pines + Corks - 72 / 6199m
Opened in: 1992 
Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies 
Handicap certificate is required.

Driving range - 3 putting greens -
2 chipping and bunker practice areas -
Golf Shop - Restaurant - Bar

Fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Pentcross Bent

Address:

Pinheiros Altos Golf 
Quinta do Lago 
8135 Almancil 
Portugal

Tel: +351 289 359 910

http://www.pinheirosaltos.com

Quinta da Cima | Vila Nova de Cacela

Designed by the well-known golf architect Rocky Roquemore, Quinta de Cima is 6,586 meters long and it is known as the championship course. The course offers an extremely well planned layout with dog legs to the right and left and undulating greens well protected by bunkers and lakes.

Architect: W. "Rocky" Roquemore 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Lengths: White 6586m / Yellow 6147m /
Blue 5552m / Red 4971m 
Opened in: 2002 
Max. handicap: -36 for both men and ladies

Pro Shop - Snack Bar

Fairways: Bent Crenshwa, Zoysia 
Tees and Greens: Bent Crenshaw

Address:

Quinta de Cima Golf 
8900-057 Vila Nova de Cacela 
Portugal

Tel: +351 281 950 580

www.quintadaria.com

Quinta da Ria | Vila Nova de Cacela

Designed by the well-known golf architect Rocky Roquemore, Quinta da Ria offers stunning views overlooking the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve and the Atlantic Ocean. The course is surrounded by a landscape of great beauty with many ancient carob and olive trees and a large variety of wild species

Architect: W. "Rocky" Roquemore 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Length: White 6053m / Yellow 5910m /
Blue 5348m 
Opened in: 2002 
Max. handicap: -36 for both ladies & Men

Driving Range - Putting Green - Pro Shop -
Resident Professional -
Golf Academy - Snack Bar

Grass type: Bent Crenshaw

Address:

Quinta da Ria Golf 
8900-057 Vila Nova de Cacela 
Portugal

Tel: +351 281 950 580

www.quintadaria.com

Quinta do Lago Laranjal | Quinta do Lago

Voted Best Golf Course at the Portuguese 2011 Travel Awards, Laranjal opened in 2009 as the newest course in Quinta do Lago.

Originally an orange grove, this beautiful par 72 championship course is situated in the Ludo valley, just 2km east of the resort. Boasting some spectacular fairways and well-defined greens, Laranjal is renowned for its five beautiful lakes and its abundance of umbrella pines, cork and orange trees.

At 6,480 meters in length, the course is challenging and it demands the highest levels of concentration and accuracy. Its distinctive rolling terrain has been expertly designed and manicured to provide a world class golfing experience.

Comprising five par 5s, eight par 4s and five par 3s, the course is sown with Bermuda grass on the fairways and Penn A4 on the greens, guaranteeing excellent putting surfaces throughout the year.

Architect: Jorge Santana da Silva 
Opened in: February 09 
Par: 72 
Lengths: White 6500m 
Handicaps: max. Men 28, Ladies 36

Greens: Creeping Bentgrass Penn A4 
Fairway: Bermuda grass 419

Address:

Quinta do Lago Golf Resort 
8135-024 Almancil 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 390705 / 6

http://www.quintadolago.com/en/golf/golf-courses/laranjal

Quinta do Lago North Course | Quinta do Lago

The North Course is the newest addition to Quinta do Lago’s five-star golf facilities, the totally revamped course has been one of the most talked about golf projects in 2014 and is set to be one of the new stars of European golf and the new number one course at Quinta do Lago.

Redesigned by renowned American architect Beau Welling in close collaboration with European Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley, the new layout has been built to the highest specifications with a €9.6m investment. The North Course has been redeveloped with the emphasis firmly on precision and strategy.

Among the changes introduced on the 6,776-yard course which has been closed since last December, all greens, tees, bunkers, irrigation and drainage systems and cart paths have been rebuilt using the latest state-of-the-art technology. Four sets of tees have been introduced on each hole to accommodate players of all levels and golfers will be challenged by a combination of undulating greens, well-positioned bunkers and water hazards.

A low-cut Bermuda grass approach has been introduced around greens to create a myriad of recovery shot options for increased satisfaction on all levels of play. The aesthetics of the par-72 course have also significantly improved through the introduction of a cool season rough grass and the select planting of native grasses and specimen trees to help the environment. The renovation has also allowed Quinta do Lago to further reduce the impact on the environment by using recycled water and solar energy to maintain the course. The reduction of grassed areas will lessen the impact on the environment and the new design will include the creation of some new animal and plant habitats.

McGinley said: “I’ve been coming to Quinta do Lago with my family for many years now and it keeps getting better and better. The new design will test golfers in many different ways and I believe this is a great addition to Europe’s leading destination.”

Architects: William Mitchell &
Rocky Roquemore 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1974 / 1989 
Length: 6126 m. 
Max. handicap: -36 for men and ladies.

Driving Range - Putting green -
Golf Shop - Tennis - Restaurant - Bar

Fairways & Tees: Bermuda 
Greens: Creeping Bent, Penncross

Address:

Quinta do Lago North Golf 
8135-024 Almancil 
Portugal

Tel: +351 289 390 705/6

http://www.quintadolago.com/en/golf/golf-courses/north

Quinta do Lago South Course | Quinta do Lago

The jewel in the Quinta do Lago crown, the South Course has played host to the Portuguese Open no less than eight times. Designed in 1974 by William Mitchell, who raised the bar by introducing American-standard greens, tees and bunkers to the Algarve, it soon gained a reputation as one of the foremost courses in Europe and remains to this day one of the flagship European Tour Courses.

The favourite course of many European tour players, it is a 6,500 metre par 72 set amongst umbrella pines, lakes and wild flowers, overlooking the spectacular scenery of the Ria Formosa National Park.

The course hosted the Portuguese Open in 1976, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1990 and 2001, the most memorable, perhaps, being in 1989 when Colin Montgomerie won the title with an incredible 24 under par. He finished 11 strokes ahead and broke the course record with a round of 63.

Its championship status does not deter the amateur golfer. Indeed, while the 8th, 15th, and 18th are testing holes for low handicap players, the course provides interest and challenge to golfers of all levels and abilities.

Accurate tee shots are essential in order to reach many of the greens in regulation and the course is made more challenging by a good variety of doglegs and strategically located hazards. The front nine holes, which wind their way through parkland, favour a draw, while the back nine, which loop around the lake, favour a fade from the tee.

Architect: William Mitchell 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1974 
Length: 6488 m. 
Max. handicap: -36 for men and ladies.

Driving range - Putting green - 
Golf Academy - Golf shop - 
Restaurant - Bar - Tennis

Fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Creeping Bent, Penn A4 (Agrostis)

Address:

Quinta do Lago South Golf 
8135-024 Almancil 
Portugal

Tel: +351 289 390 705 / 6

http://www.quintadolago.com/en/golf/golf-courses/south

Quinta do Vale | Castro Marim

Designed by Severiano Ballesteros, Quinta do Vale Golf Resort features an 18-hole Championship layout including 6 Par-5´s, 6 Par-4´s and 6 Par-3´s. Superbly integrated into the landscape and with stunning views over the Guadiana River, the course sits in a natural valley overlooked by the Clubhouse. 

At Quinta do Vale, players will notice Seve´s creativity as well as his promise: To please everyone no matter what their handicap is. The course is enhanced by numerous dogleg holes, wide fairways and obstacles all set in breath-taking surroundings…The challenge awaits you at Quinta do Vale Golf Resort.

Architect: Seve Ballesteros 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Lengths: Championship 6510 m /
White 6207 m / Yellow 5757 m /
Red 4803 m / Blue 5369 m 
Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies 

Chipping and putting practice areas.

Fairway: Bermuda 419 
Greens: Bentgrass L93 
Rought: Festuca & Ryegrass

Address:

Quinta do Vale Golf Course 
Eiras da Achada 
PO Box 137 
Monte Francisco 
8950-909 Castro Marim 
Portugal

Tel: +351 281 531 615

www.quintadovale.com

Salgados | Albufeira

The Salgados Golf Course is located near Albufeira, within a protected, Natural Wildlife Reserve. This setting provides golfers with a unique experience, since the course gives shelter, water and food to a number of bird species, some of them nearly extinct. The beach is within walking distance and the sea view from the course adds to this scenic golfing experience.

For beginners, the yellow tees provide an enjoyable game. For a more challenging game, the white tees make the most out for golfers with single number handicap.

Architect: Pedro Vasconcelos 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1994 
Length: White 6080 m / Yellow 5640 m / 
Blue 5157 m / Red 4711m 
Max. handicap: -28 for men / -36 for ladies

Driving Range - Putting Green - Golf shop - 
Hotel - Restaurant - Bar - Beach - Spa

Fairways: Bermuda 
Greens: Penncross

Address:

Salgados Golf Course 
P.O. Box 2362 
8200-917 Albufeira 
Portugal

Tel: +351 289 583 030

www.cshotelsandresorts.com

San Lorenzo | Quinta do Lago

The San Lorenzo Golf Course was opened in 1988 and takes advantage of wonderful topography on the Quinta do Lago estate, winding its way gently over undulating pine woodland.

The 18 holes lie in the unspoilt Southeast corner of Quinta do Lago, bordering the Ria Formosa Estuary and salt water lagoons.

The course was designed by the American golf architect Joseph Lee and the beautiful Bermuda grass fairways provide perfect playing conditions.

The San Lorenzo Golf Course is laid out in a figure of eight and at the heart lies the San Lorenzo Clubhouse with a golf pro shop; comfortable changing facilities; welcoming bar and restaurant.

Architect: Joseph Lee 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1988 
Lengths: White 6238m /
Yellow 5837m / Red 5171m 
Max. handicap: -28 for Men /
-36 for Ladies

Restaurant - Bar - Golf shop

Fairways: Bermuda Tifton 419 
Greens: Penncross

Address:

San Lorenzo Golf 
Quinta do Lago 
8135-901 Almancil 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 396 534

www.sanlorenzogolfcourse.com

Silves Golf | Silves

Silves is a serene spot at the foot of the Monchique mountain, but it is anything other than 'a walk in the park' - a drive at the opening hole has to flirt with water hazards on both flanks.

This course is for players - low handicaps will find it a serious challenge to come in under par. But high handicaps (with concentration) will be able to enjoy their round.

Most holes offer spectacular mountain views overlooking palm trees and olive groves, the surrounding cork and citrus farms generate a true feeling of authentic Portuguese golf.

Architect: Fausto Nascimento 
Opened in: 2006 
Par: 70 - 18 holes 
Length: White 5615m /
Yellow 5256m / Red 4728m 
Max. handicap: -27 for men /
-35 for ladies

Greens: Penn A4 
Fairways: Ryegrass

Address:

Pestana Silves Golf 
Eurogolfe, SA, Vila Fria 
8300 Silves 
Portugal

Tel: +351 282 440 130

www.pestanagolf.com

Vale da Pinta | Carvoeiro

The 8 times consecutive host of the European Seniors Tour Qualifying final, Vale de Pinta golf in the Algarve, is rightly respected not just for its playability and challenging layout but for outstanding levels of beauty and enjoyment. Designed by the famous American golf course architect Ronald Fream and inaugurated in 1992 Vale de Pinta has earned its place as one of the best designed courses in the Algarve and in Europe.

Imagine the fairways of Bermuda grass, strategically placed sand bunkers, and greens clad in Pen Cross Bent grass. Not to mention ornamental lakes in a rolling terrain dotted with carob, fig, almond and olive trees (including one olive tree over 1200 years old!).

Architect: Ronald Fream 
Par: 72 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1992 
Lengths: Championship 6115m /
White 5662m / Yellow 5237m /
Red 4860m 
Max. handicap: -27 for men /
- 35 for ladies

Tennis - Bowling Green - Putting Green

Greens: Bentgrass 
Fairways: Bermuda

Greens: Penn A4 
Fairways: Ryegrass

Address:

Pestana Vale da Pinta Golf 
Carvoeira Golfe SA 
P.O. Box 1011 
8401-908 Carvoeiro Portugal

Tel: +351 282 340 900

http://www.pestanagolf.com/

Vale de Milho | Carvoeiro

Vale de Milho is a beautiful 9 hole par-3 course, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, close to the village of Carvoeiro, in the Algarve. The course is a scaled-down version of a full sized course. It is a high quality course designed by Dave Thomas, who played in the Ryder Cup 4 times and, besides “The Belfry”, has designed over 40 golf courses. Vale de Milho has the ambience of a full sized course and is maintained to high standards all year round. With its large contoured greens, tall trees, lakes and bunkers, it provides a real challenge whatever standard of golf you play.

As well as being an ideal course for family golf and beginners, scratch and low handicap players use the course to sharpen up their iron play and short game. If you are a beginner there is no better place to learn to play golf than in the relaxed atmosphere of Vale de Milho Golf Club.

Architect: Dave Thomas
Par: 27 - 9 holes
Opened in: 1990
Length: yellow markers - 926 m.

Greens: Penneagle
Fairways: Paspalum

Address:

Vale de Milho Golf
Apartado 1273
8401-911 Carvoeiro
Algarve Portugal

Tel: +351 282 358 953

http://valedemilhogolf.com

Vale do Lobo Ocean Course | Vale do Lobo

The Ocean Golf Course features undulating fairways which run alongside a nature reserve, before leading gently down to the shores of the Atlantic

The front nine are located on a slightly hilly land which characterises Vale do Lobo Algarve, surrounded by pine trees with sea view from several holes. 

The back nine in particular are characterised by spectacular ocean views, with some holes almost stretching down to the beach. On reaching the brow of the hill on the 11th, players come suddenly upon a sight fit to take the most concentrated golfer’s breath away.

The fairway runs directly down towards the beach and, for the next few holes, outstanding views and Atlantic breezes are guaranteed to make a player’s round exhilarating, even if his game is below expectations.

Architect: Sir Henry Cotton 
Par: 73 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1969 
Length: 5667 m. 
Max. Handicap: Men 28 - Ladies 36

Driving range - Golf shop -
Restaurant - Bar - Tennis -
Swimming pool - Beach

Greens: Bentgrass 
Fairways: Lolium, Poa Pratensis,
Stuka Rubra

Address:

Vale do Lobo Ocean Golf 
Parque do Golfe Vale do Lobo
8135-864 Almancil 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 353 464

http://valedolobo.com/en/golf/ocean-golf-course/

Vale do Lobo Royal Course | Vale do Lobo

The Royal Golf Course features rolling fairways set between pine trees and beautiful lakes surrounded by wild flowers.

The Royal Golf Course features 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.

Architect: W. "Rocky" Roquemore 
Par: 72/73 - 18 holes 
Opened in: 1997 
Max. handicap: -28 for Men / -36 for Ladies

Driving Range - Putting green -
Chipping and bunker practice area -
Golf shop Restaurant - Bar -
Tennis - Swimming Pool - Beach

Greens and Fairways: Creeping Bent

Address:

Vale do Lobo Royal Golf 
Parque do Golfe Vale do Lobo
8135-864 Almancil 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 353 464

http://valedolobo.com/en/golf/royal-golf-course/

Vila Sol | Vilamoura

Internationally known, the Vila Sol golf course managed by thePestanaGroup, is now part of the Algarve’s most sought after golf courses. Having been inaugurated in 1991 with the signature of the architect Donald Steel, "Vila Sol, is living proof that dreams can be realized. Located in the Central Algarve the Vila Sol Hotel and Golf resort is set in 75 acres of natural beauty and accommodates these two magnificent golf courses,PestanaVila Sol Championship and Pestana Vila Sol Academy Golf Course

Championship Golf Course -18 holes
Currently with start point at tee one, the course is planned to give all visitors who come to play at Vila Sol Golf in the Algarve a course where the preservation of the natural environment is sharply in mind.
The scenario consists of a pine, almond and fig trees, plants, flowers, lakes and streams, which all add to the pleasure and challenge of completing 72 strokes at this championship golf course, making the experience unforgettable from first to last shot.

Pestana Village Sol Academy Golf Course -9 holes
For groups of professionals or for those who want a faster start and short game, this golf course gives the opportunity for a major golf training session which also encompasses a driving range of 300 meters, two putting greens, with chip areas, bunkers, and 9 holes tee shots ( the nine hole golf Academy course covers the 19th to 27th and allows classes to be customized, with a golf course of excellence, a fantastic layout and a unique natural environment. PestanaVila Sol Golf, one of a range of PestanaGolf Courses in the Algarve

Architect: Donald Steel 
Par: 72 (3x9 holes) 
Opened in: 1991 
Lengths: White 6393 m /
Yellow 5846 m / Red 5261 m 
Max. handicap: -27 for men /
-35 for ladies 
Handicap certificate is required.

Golf Shop - Restaurant - Bar -
Tennis - Sauna - Turkish bath -
Beach club - Spa - Bycicles - Kids Club

Greens: Bentgrass 
Tees and Fairways: Bermuda

Address:

Vila Sol Golf Vilamoura 
Morgadinhos, Alto do Semino 
8125-307 Vilamoura 
Algarve, Portugal

Tel: +351 289 300 505

http://www.pestanagolf.com