Discover elite courses & fantastic culture in a world-famous golfing destination
A destination that rightly needs no introduction, golf holidays in the Algarve are a firm favourite among golfers. Boasting an abundance of top-class courses and resorts, golden sandy beaches, thriving nightlife, year-round sun all under a three-hour flight from the UK, it really has it all.
With a variety of over 40 courses to choose from, the Algarve suits all levels of golfer. Only 25 minutes from Faro Airport, you'll find Vilamoura - the heart of the Algarve, with all-encompassing resorts like Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and Pestana right on your doorstep. Other popular areas include Faro, Albufeira, Alvor, Lagos, and Tavira. Discover more about the seven key golfing regions in our Algarve brochure.
Why book an Algarve golf holiday?
- From town centre hotels to golf resorts, enjoy quantity & quality
- Play European Tour & championship standard courses
- Travel to Faro easily with excellent flight access from UK airports
- Experience over 300 days of sunshine per year
- Enjoy pristine beaches on your days off the course
- Take advantage of the incredible nightlife in Vilamoura & Albufeira
Nothing beats the quality golf of the Algarve
A truly legendary location, the Algarve is home to numerous fantastic golfing establishments for you, your friends, and your family to enjoy.
What makes the courses of the Algarve so great isn’t just the abundance of incredible designs or the fantastic climate of the region, these certainly help, however it’s the passion for golf the area exhibits. The locals live and breathe the sport and this is reflected by the quality of the Algarve courses, not to mention the excellent facilities a lot of these resorts offer free of charge.
The three layouts at Quinta do Lago are amongst the most popular Algarve golf courses, and for good reason. The South Course is a staple on the European Tour capturing hearts and minds with its rapid greens and intricate design. While the North Course and Laranjal, may not have the prestige of the South, they are fit to rival anything in the area.
Other notable layouts include the five incredible layouts which are part of the Dom Pedro Golf Collection. The great Arnold Palmer designed the Victoria Golf Course, and it remains an absolute must-play. The Old Course at Vilamoura, defined as being the ‘old lady’ of Algarve golf, is certainly worth adding to your itinerary, as is the Royal Course at Vale do Lobo with its scenic design high atop the cliffs.
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Indulge in the cuisine & enjoy exciting activities
With 300 days of sunshine a year and some of the best beaches in Europe, it’s easy to see why so many golfers flock to the Algarve for a golf holiday.
The perfect weather makes for excellent golfing conditions. Throw into the mix Portuguese wine, food and ease of travel, and you’ve got a complete recipe for a successful golf trip. You could even book a wine and tapas tour to learn more about the wonderful heritage and history of Portugal.
For those looking for a more vibrant golf holiday, the Algarve boasts many resorts, towns and villages with fantastic Mediterranean restaurants, bars and live music venues to cater to your needs. If you’re interested in exploring the nightlife specifically, then both Vilamoura and Albufeira offer a huge number of clubs which are open until the early hours.
The Algarve also boasts outstanding natural scenery, including the Benagil Caves which you could explore on a boat trip. Other top-rated activities for your agenda include a Jeep safari and dolphin watching. If you’re adventurous, you could even book a hiking tour across Portugal’s highest coastal cliffs.
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Stay in luxury resorts & beachfront hotels
When it comes to accommodation, the Algarve has it all. If you’re looking for beautiful scenery, relaxation, and luxury, we offer a great choice of hotels and resorts to cater to your individual needs.
From modern hotels to traditional Portuguese hideaways, there is something for everyone. We recommend the luxurious Pestana Vila Sol 5* and Dom Pedro Vilamoura, which not only offer championship golf but world-class hospitality and service too.
If you’re looking for that perfect hotel or resort by the sea, look no further than Salgados Dunas Suites 5*. If you’re on the hunt for a spectacular sun-soaked resort that has absolutely everything you need, then you need to get to Quinta do Lago which brings a taste of Palm Springs to the Algarve. The best part? You never have to leave the resort as it houses numerous seafood restaurants, steakhouses, gyms and the amazing Magnolia Hotel.