Amazing Golf Holidays in Portugal

Why Visit Portugal for Your Next Golf Break?

• There’s a top choice of golf resorts with superb value for money
• Customers play the classic courses year-after-year including Vale do Lobo, Monte Rei, The Old Course and Praia Del Rey
• The weather – perfect for a golf escape when it’s cold in the UK
• Wide variety of locations to choose from with nightlife, shopping and restaurants
• Stunning scenery and beaches

Are you looking for golf holidays in Portugal? This European country boasts a great range of fantastic hotels and championship courses that make for a perfect golf destination. Located only a short flight from the UK, Portugal is ideal for those looking for a short stay or even something longer.

The two main regions to visit are The Algarve and the Lisbon Coast.

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Our Team’s Top Pick Golf Resorts in Portugal:

Marriott Praia D’El Rey Golf and Beach resort 

• This stunning Lisbon Coast resort has an amazing location right on the Atlantic coast with beautiful views of the beach. There are two golf courses to play here, the on-site Praia D’el Rey and the first class West Cliffs course which was opened in 2017. The hotel facilities are impressive, with lots of good feedback about the food and wine.  The Medieval town of Obidos is only a 20 minute drive.

Quinta da Marinha Resort

• Another Lisbon Coastal choice, this 5 star resort set in a beautiful residential area near to the coastal town of Cascais.  The resort style golf course on-site is challenging but will appeal to golfers of all levels. This is a perfect base to visit Lisbon, Sintra and the stunning beaches nearby. The coastline here really is stunning, along with the choices of restaurants in Cascais really makes this hotel a great choice for a golfing holiday in Portugal.

Vila Gale Cascais

• This centrally located 4 star hotel is only a 5 minute walk into central Cascais. From the higher floors the rooms have spectacular views across the Atlantic Ocean and Marina. The real benefit of this hotel, other than location, is the free parking on-site. We would recommend this hotel for superb golf clubs nearby, lively town for the evenings, stunning coastline and above all great value for money.

Penina Hotel Golf Resort

• Based in the central Algarve,the Penina Hotel Golf Resort is a friendly and welcoming hotel is the classic golf holiday hotel, in fact it was the first golf resort on the Algarve. There are 3 golf courses on-site to choose from which cater for all standards of play. There is a huge swimming pool and plentiful restaurants to choose from. Rooms can be booked to view over the course, mountains or swimming pool. The old town of Portimao is nearby which offers relaxing local culture and gastronomy.  Overall a very good choice if you want all your facilities in one location.

Dona Filipa and San Lorenzo

• This hotel is located in high class area of Vale do Lobo in the Algarve. The hotel recently had a complete internal renovation, which has updated this resort into a modern and relaxing resort. Staying at the 5 star hotel allows guests to book a round on the stunning and challenging San Lorenzo Golf Club. Other golf courses in the area are Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Pinheiros Altos. The nearby Praca is a good alternative for restaurants and drinks.

Dom Pedro Vilamoura

• Based in Vilamoura, previously known as the Dom Pedro Golf Hotel, this hotel has a great location right in the centre of Vilamoura Marina. The hotel provides a shuttle bus to all the Dom Pedro golf club surrounding Vilamoura, which of course we will arrange for clients. The marina provides restaurants, bars a casino and a great atmosphere both in the evening and during the day. There is also a beach within walking distance with a choice of beach bars to use during the summer.

The southern area of Portugal offers a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Even the northern area of the country, especially the coast which is warmed by the Gulf Stream, can have warm summers and mild winters.

Which Golf Courses in Portugal do we Recommend?

Penha Longa

• This course is on the Lisbon Coast, located on a beautiful historical site with an appealing design. The 18 hole course is set in the Sintra Natural Park which provides stunning views to the mountains and to the ocean beyond. The course is challenging especially with any wind, however the whole place has a relaxed charm which will ensure you enjoy your round whatever the score.

Praia D’el Rey

• Lisbon masterpiece on the coast is one of the great courses in Europe. This links course ranks among the top courses in Europe and the natural beauty of the surroundings make this a great holiday choice for golfers of all abilities. The course designed by the renowned Cabell B Robertson, displays aspects of thoughtful layout and design which one comes to expect from this great architect.

The Old Course Vilamoura

• This is definitely a customer favourite for any stay in Vilamoura. An excellent 18 hole test designed similar to a British parkland course, but in the sun! Tougher than some of the other resort golf courses, the golf course requires some strategic thinking to score low. The charming and attractive clubhouse is perfect to relax after a round, with a highly rated restaurant and very attentive staff.

Quinta do Lago

• Set in lovely scenery along the Ria Formosa Natural Park in the Algarve. The South course is a real stunner that has it all, umbrella pines, water hazards, in immaculate condition and a good test. There are two other golf courses on-site, the North and Laranjal. All are worthy of a mention.

San Lorenzo

• This golf course is a real gem and is one of Portugal’s finest (currently ranked number five in Portugal) , located in the Algarve near Vale do Lobo. The course has some beautiful scenery and will test all aspects of your game. The greens and fairways are some of the best in the region.

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When to Play Golf in Portugal?

The Portuguese climate allows for year-round golf with over 300 days of sunshine a year, however the majority of golfers choose to take a golf break here during October to May. This is to take advantage of the milder temperatures and cheaper prices offered, before the summer season kicks-in. One can play golf in Portugal 2018 in the summer months and the course are indeed less busy during these periods, however the temperatures can often reach the mid-30’s. For this reason it is advisable to book early to ensure an early morning tee time is guaranteed.

The Golfing Destinations in Portugal:

The Algarve

Portugal’s southern stretch of coastline is famed for its expansive golf resorts. From east to west the coastal scenery is dramatic in places and can also offers some stunning sweeping vistas. The Algarve is home to some of the most famous golf courses in Europe including Vale do Lobo, Quinta do Lago and the Old Course in Vilamoura. No wonder it wins awards year-after-year as a popular destination for golfers to visit looking for golf in the sun.

Golf Breaks on the Lisbon Coast

This is an ideal destination for a short break for the discerning British golfer. Easily accessible and relatively quiet, the temperatures can be slightly cooler than that of the south coast but are still very mild, even during the winter months. There are over 20 fantastic golf courses to choose from and each of them are within an hour’s drive of the thriving capital city, Lisbon. Two of the best courses that the Lisbon coast has to offer are Praia D’El Rey, Penha Longa and Oitavos Dunes. Both of these tremendous courses offer a mix of holes, within a lovely landscape.