Royal Course
at Vale do Lobo Resort
Faro, Portugal
(184 reviews)
Vale do Lobo Royal Course overview
The Royal Golf Course at Vale do Lobo is one of the most iconic golf courses in Portugal and a must-play for golfers visiting the Algarve. Set on stunning cliff-top terrain, this championship course offers rolling fairways, challenging water hazards, and breathtaking coastal views.
Designed by renowned American golf architect Rocky Roquemore, based on the original plans of Sir Henry Cotton, the Royal Course opened in 1997. The layout features tree-lined fairways, sparkling lakes framed by wildflowers, and a mix of challenging par-3s, strategic par-4s, and testing par-5s. Compared to its sister course, the Ocean Course, the Royal offers greater length and a tougher test of golf with more bunkers and water hazards to navigate.
Signature hole
The Iconic 16th Par-3: Renowned as one of the most famous golf holes in the world, the 16th requires a spectacular 235-yard shot over three dramatic cliffs to reach the green. It’s a true test of skill and nerve, making it a bucket-list hole for golfers worldwide.
Did You Know?
The Royal Golf Course in Vale do Lobo consistently ranks among the Top 10 Golf Courses in the Algarve. Its combination of challenging design, natural beauty, and unforgettable signature holes makes it one of the best golf courses in the Algarve.
Accommodation near Royal Course
AP Eva Senses
AP Eva Senses, a four-star hotel in Faro, Algarve, offers modern rooms with marina views, a rooftop restaurant, spa, and free Wi-Fi. Close to the historic centre, airport, and golf courses.
Ria Park Garden Hotel
A tranquil hotel based in the Ria Formosa Natural Park and a short drive to the Algarve’s best championship courses.
Prado Do Golf
Prado Do Golf offers a peaceful and calming getaway resort complemented by a stunning range of spectacular golfing options all located in the beautiful Vilamoura area.
Prado Villas
Prado Villas is the sister resort to Prado Do Golf offering a slightly smaller alternative consisting of 18 two-bedroom villas. The smaller setup of this resort allows for complete relaxation for visiting guests.
Crowne Plaza Vilamoura
Centrally located in Vilamoura, the heart of golf in the Algarve, the Crowne Plaza provides the perfect location for exploring the town centre and travelling to the many nearby golf courses which the Algarve has become so famous for.
Hotel Vila Gale Ampalius
Located in Vilamoura, right on the beachfront, is the stunning 4-star Hotel Vila Gale Ampalius. This great hotel is perfect for a golf holiday, with some of the Algarve’s top courses all located within a reasonable driving time.
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
Beautifully situated on the edge of the South coast of Portugal lies the luxury 5-star Tivoli Marina. Surrounded by the famous Vilamoura marina and the hotels own beautifully secluded beach.
Vale do Lobo Resort
Fantastic golf and an array of other sporting options, combined with five-star accommodation, makes Vale do Lobo resort one of the best bases for your golf break to the Algarve.
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"Great coastal course. The par 3, 16th hole is one of the most iconic in Portugal. Sea visible on the last 4 finishing holes."
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