Golf Breaks in the Algarve

This popular region in Portugal has to be one of the top golfing holiday destinations in Europe not least because of its first class golf courses, hotel accommodation and sunny climate which attract those seeking short golf breaks or longer stays.

Why Visit the Algarve?

• Superb choice of championship quality golf courses
• 2.5 hour flights from the UK
• Nightlife, restaurants and culture
• Amazing beaches and coastal scenery
• 300 days of sunshine a year!

Where to Stay?

Quite simply the golfing capital of this region with a fantastic selection of courses. The main area of Vilamoura is the marina where many of the Algarve’s most popular hotels are located such as:

• Vila Gale Ampalius
• Vila Gale Marina
• Dom Pedro Golf
• Tivoli Marina

The marina front has many restaurants and bars, a Casino and also four nightclubs as well. The best golf courses are Dom Pedro Old, Victoria golf course, Millennium and Pestana Vila Sol.

The Central Algarve region stretches from Faro Airport across to Albufeira in the West. There are numerous resorts and hotels which populate this main golfing area. There are great courses to choose from including:

• Penina Championship golf course
• Vale do lobo Royal golf course amongst others.

Located just along the coast from Quinta do Lago and some will also say the capital of opulence, it’s not quite Quinta but Vale do Lobo is also a popular resort area with some fantastic beaches and numerous restaurants. The resort is dotted with many multi-million pound residences, as well as plenty of Villas and apartments and of course the famous Dona Filipa Hotel.

Albufeira

Slightly further West along the coast and a very popular resort for golfers from all walks of life. The town itself used to be famous for its New and Old areas, the new with its popular bars, restaurants and nightclubs and the Old with its quaint cafes, bars with Marina front views. Our favourites include:

• Amendoeira Golf Resort
• Pestana Carvoeiro
• SAO Rafael Suites

The West

The west region stretches along the coastline from Albufeira in the East to Lagos in the West. This region has many fantastic beaches in Carvoeiro, Alvor, Praia da Rocha and Lagos.

The East

The east region takes in the area immediately East of Faro and runs along the coast as far as the famous Guardiano River. The main town in the region is the quaint town of Tavira, visiting this town will take you back hundreds of years to when the moors roamed the land. The architecture here has not changed and there is still clearly a moorish influence. If you enjoy fresh fish then you have come to the right region with some of the best examples of the daily catch on-sale in the heart of the town at the many bars and restaurants. The region also has one of the best summer attractions in Tavira island – just off the coast of Tavira this island has fantastic beaches and grilled sardines to die for. Sold already? Then you won’t forget that the region also has four good quality golf courses and one outstanding one in Monte Rei golf course, arguably the best and certainly one that has to be added to your ‘must-play’ golf tour list.

For more information or to find out about our golf holiday packages in Algarve, please don’t hesitate to contact us or click on the popular golf hotel and course links below.

 When to Play in The Algarve

It is actually possible to pay all year round and the courses are well maintained meaning that the region can be a winter golf destination too. However the peak season for golf holidays are in the months of March-May and September-November. Summer golf in the Algarve can be extremely hot and we would recommend early morning tee-times during this period.

Getting there

The main international airport is Faro which is served by all major UK airports and airlines. We have relationships with local transfer and car hire companies and can assist your group with all your travel needs.