Though small in size, Portugal offers some of the best golf courses throughout Europe. With incredible weather, a wide range of course, and an unforgettable culture, Portugal continues to gain popularity. We’ve hand selected a diverse list of golf resorts to ensure that you’re experience visiting Portugal is one that cannot be forgotten.
Our (Personal Favourites)
Monte Rei Golf and Country Club
West Cliffs Ocean and Golf Resort
Penha Longa Golf Resort
Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf and Beach Resort
Palmares Beach House Hotel
The Oitavos
Other recommended:
(Penina Hotel and Golf Resort)
(Vale Do Lobo Golf Resort)
(Dona Filipa Hotel)
Monte Rei Golf and Country Club (Algarve)
Ranked as the number one course in Portugal, this 5-star hotel can stuns with its sprawling views over lush pastures, stunning valleys, and wandering streams. Located only a few minutes away from the nearest beach, the resort has cemented itself as one of the best destinations for golf enthusiast throughout Europe.
With a range of villas, apartments, and rooms, the hotel accommodates for both smaller and large parties making it the perfect destination for any golfer. With a course designed by Jack Nicklaus, a renowned golfer and course designer, the combination of luxury and excellent golf has cemented it as one of the greatest experiences for any golf across Europe.
West Cliffs Ocean and Golf Resort
Sculpted out of the dunes, both the golf course itself and the hotel do not disappoint. Designed by Cynthia Dye, the course features a series of intricate elevation changes with stunning views of the ocean thus cementing itself as one of the most exciting new course in Europe.
The 5-star hotel also does not disappoint. Offering a range of rooms, villas, and apartments, the hotel is perfect for those travelling alone or in larger groups. Guests can enjoy incredible food while only being located within 800 metres of the Rev do Portico Beach, and several kilometres from Obidos Castle, and the Peniche Fortress. Overlooking the sprawling dunes, this resort offers the very best in terms of both its golf and hotel.
Other nearby recommended resorts – Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort
Penha Longa Golf Resort
Found in the sprawling forests of Sintra, the estate features several championship courses while also offering fine dining experiences, a state-of-the-art spa, and several other outdoor activities that include tennis, horse riding, and 3 swimming pools. All rooms feature private balconies that provide incredible views of the lush gardens, and the expansive golf courses. By also offering transportation to and from the airport, the hotel promotes feelings of relaxation and luxury.
The Atlantic Championship course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr, is now found within the top 30 courses with continental Europe making the resort a hub for all golfers. Each of the courses in this resort, offer a wide range of challenges for golfers allowing for an incredible experience to be made here for every single golfer who visits.
Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf and Beach Resort
Located slightly north of Portugal’s capital Lisbon, the Praia D´El Rey Resort offers both a scenic and luxury hotel, and an 18-hole championship golf course. The 5-star hotel can be found directly on a sprawling beach and offers extensive spa treatments in an unforgettable location. It is close to West Cliffs, making playing both courses easily accessible.
The Oitavos
Located a short drive from Portugal’s capital and in the Natural Park of Sintra-Cascais, this 5-star resort offers the very best for golfers travelling here. With a range of luxury rooms catered to individual needs, airport transfer, a spa, and several, this hotel does not disappoint especially when paired with incredible oceanic views.
The course, designed by Arthur Hills, blends into the nature and sprawling sand dunes located next to the Atlantic Ocean. With a variety of challenges for golfers, and a plethora of packages designed to target every golfers needs, the course does not disappoint. As it slowly becomes increasingly popular throughout Europe and globally, it would create an incredible experience for any golfer who wishes to visit.
Palmares Beach House Hotel
Located in the Algarve, this 5-stay hotel embraces the calm of vast views of the ocean across the entire horizon. Offering a range of rooms, villas, and apartments, the hotel has an experience prepared for everyone. Though not only targets to golfers, this hotel offers sprawling views of the course and promotes relaxation for any golfers who visit.
Designed by Robert Trents Jones Jr, the 27-hole cause overlooks the Bay of Lagos and features Portugal’s finest weather all year round. By comprising itself of 3 courses, it allows for every golfer to experience a series of challenges and adventures making the experience unforgettable
