The 6 Best Golf Resorts In Portugal - Updated 2024

Sharon A.
Sharon A.  
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Portugal is one of the leading golfing destinations not just in Europe, but in the whole world. The temperate Algarve region alone is the home to more than 40 golf courses, with most of them featuring championship layouts. The capital city of Lisbon and even the ever-charming Madeira Island continue to host international tournaments by golf icons from all over the world. Consequently, it doesn’t come as a surprise that Portugal is a top destination for the majority of travelers keen on going for golf holidays. If you happen to belong to this category, below is a look at the best golf resorts in Portugal.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to golf course. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. Amendoeira Golf Resort (from USD 135)

Wide, beautiful gardens, championship golf courses, modern apartments, and outdoor swimming pools are some of the outstanding features that make this resort stand out among similar resorts in Portugal. The resort has roomy, modern apartments, with private balconies with garden views. The rooms have full kitchens, separate seating area fitted with a flat-screen TV, and separate sleeping rooms with luxurious bedding. Breakfast is available every morning at Garden Deck restaurant, though there is also a clubhouse with an extensive menu offering national Portuguese and international cuisines. For guests interested in improving their golfing skills, Amendoeira Golf Academy & Fitting Suite is right on-site to help them get better at the game, while for guests who would love to explore around, the historic town of Silves is only 7.5 miles (12 km) from the resort. Faro Airport is about 40 minutes away by car.

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Amendoeira Golf Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Morgado da Lameira
4.63 km (2.9 mi) from Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Tennis court Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

2. Montado Hotel & Golf Resort (from USD 132)

Montado is located just a half an hour’s drive south of Lisbon. The amenity-packed resort has an 18-hole golf course, a spa and wellness center, and a large, outdoor swimming pool. The resort has modern guest rooms, each fitted with a flat-screen TV and coffee-making facilities. All the rooms have views of the beautiful golf course. For food and drinks, Montada has a restaurant offering a variety of international cuisines, as well as an extensive wine menu. There is also The Pitch & Putt Bar where guests can get light meals and drinks throughout their stay. For guests who would love to check nearby attractions, Setubal and Palmela are within 15 minutes’ drive from the resort, while the nearest airport is the Lisbon International Airport located, only 30 minutes away by car.

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Montado Hotel & Golf Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Urb. do Campo de Golfe do Montado
166.13 km (103.3 mi) from Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

3. As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa (from USD 109)

This resort is located in Vilamoura, and it comes with beautiful gardens, a total of six swimming pools, and a well-equipped gym. The guest rooms has full kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and DVD players. The rooms also have balconies facing either the gardens or the golf course. Guests here have a variety of activities to engage in, with the major ones including water skiing, scuba diving, and sailing. For those interested in exploring around the area, Loule Market and Faro Airport are less than 25 minutes away by car. And in less than 1.9 miles (3 km), you can access the six renowned golf courses of Vilamoura.

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As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa

Address: Rua Do Brasil, Lote 4.11.1b, Loulé, PRT, 8125-504
18.84 km (11.8 mi) from Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

4. Balaia Golf Village (from USD 93)

Balaia Golf Village is located just 1.5 km (0.9 miles) from Maria Luisa Beach, and it features a nine-hole golf course, six outdoor swimming pools, and two restaurants. Also present in the village is a health club with a Turkish bath, a hot tub, and a heated indoor pool. Guests are always free to schedule massage treatments, hydrotherapy, and aromatherapy sessions. All the rooms have a fully equipped kitchen, a separate seating area with a sofa, a dining table, and a private balcony or a terrace. For entertainment, the village has four tennis courts, and bike rentals for exploring the neighboring regions, and there is also a kid’s club where the young guests can enjoy lots of fun activities. There is a main restaurant serving international cuisines, and this is in addition to the golf club restaurant and two poolside bars that offer a variety of snacks and drinks. Finally, there is an on-site supermarket for guests interested in preparing their meals.

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Balaia Golf Village

Wifi Available

Address: Sitio da Balaia, apartado 917
10.19 km (6.4 mi) from Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

5. Vilar do Golf by Diamond Resorts (from USD 227)

Vilar do Golf by Diamond Resorts sits on a 2,000-acre (809 ha) land, and features championship golf courses, a gym, an indoor swimming pool, and a children’s pool among other amenities. The resort provides stylish villas, each equipped with a full kitchen, a spacious living area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a terrace overlooking the sub-tropical gardens. There is an on-site restaurant – Il Vero Restaurant that serves international cuisines for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and there is also a lounge bar where guests can enjoy refreshing cocktails. For guests who prefer not to eat on the on-site dining facilities, there is an on-site supermarket they can get fresh supplies to go and prepare meals in their villas.

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Vilar do Golf

Wifi Available

Address: Quinta Do Lago
27.88 km (17.4 mi) from Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

6. Penina Hotel & Golf Resort (from USD 161)

Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is located within lush green gardens, about 1.3 miles (2 km) from the city of Lagos and Portimao. The resort has three golf courses, in addition to a variety of sports facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, five on-site tennis courts, and a spa and wellness center. The rooms at the resort have floor-to-ceiling windows which allow lots of natural light into the interiors. Each room has a plush bed with white luxurious linens. Some of the rooms have private balconies with spacious seating area where you can relish views of the garden or the pool areas. The younger guests haven’t been forgotten either since there is a children’s club with a variety of weekly leisure and sporting programs. On food and drinks, the restaurant has a total of five restaurants serving a wide range of Italian, Portuguese, and other international cuisines. Also present on site are four bars where guests can get a variety of cocktails and snacks.

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Penina Hotel & Golf Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: PO Box 146 - Penina
23.91 km (14.9 mi) from Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court

Best golf holidays in Portugal

Let Portugal be your next golf holiday destination. It has the weather, the vibe, and the facilities you need for great golf outings. And with these best golf resorts in Portugal, you can expect nothing but an incredible experience during your holiday.

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Sharon, also known as Shaz, resides in the vibrant City in the Sun. Her passion is to travel, immerse herself in diverse cultures, savor their cuisines, dance with the locals, and share her...Read more

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