The Best Golf Resorts in Portugal
Featured Portugal golf resorts from the staff at Greatest Golf Resorts…
The Algarve Region & The Lisbon Region
While much of the country of Portugal has become a top tourist and golf destination, The Algarve region and The Lisbon Region feature some of the best Portugal golf resorts. The Algarve Region in the southern most part of the country, is a primary consideration and truly special area for those looking for a golf vacation. With a Mediterranean climate, beautiful cliff lined beaches, nature preserves, luxury resorts and some of the finest golf courses in Europe, this area is hard to beat. The Lisbon region is also very popular, as well as being the capital, it includes Sintra in the western part of the country. which is a wonderful town in the hills of Serra de Sintra, featuring luxury villas and beautiful forested hills. Sintra is one of the wealthier areas of Portugal and home to one of the largest expat populations in the country. Below are some of the favorite featured Portugal golf resorts from the staff at Greatest Golf Resorts.
Pine Cliffs Hotel, A Luxury Collection Resort
The Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort is a luxurious 5-star clifftop property in the Algarve, Portugal (near Albufeira), offering direct access to the iconic Praia da Falésia beach, multiple pools, a full-service spa, diverse dining with 9 restaurants, tennis and paddle academies, kids’ club, adventure park, and beautifully landscaped pine forest grounds for a family-friendly yet upscale escape. Its standout golf facilities feature the on-site Pine Cliffs Golf Course, a scenic 9-hole championship layout designed by renowned architect Martin Hawtree across 168 acres of stunning coastline, with tree-lined fairways, impeccable maintenance, breathtaking Atlantic views from 200 feet above the ocean, and the iconic Par 3 sixth hole “Devil’s Parlour”—a thrilling carry over cliffs and ravine for an unforgettable, precise, and visually spectacular round ideal for all skill levels.
Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort
The Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort provides two distinct escapes at one destination. One area of the resort is designed especially for family fun, while the other is exclusively for adults to enjoy peaceful privacy and romance. The resort features all of the amenities you would expect including a luxurious award winning spa. Golf guests can wake up to some of Europe’s finest golf courses right at their doorstep, including the adjacent Victoria Golf Course where the Portugal Masters is held every year, as well as Laguna and Millennium. The resort also offers private transfer to all Vilamoura golf courses and a golf specialist who can offer professional suggestions and advice.
The Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort
The Praia D’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort is a luxurious 5-star beachfront property on Portugal’s Silver Coast (Óbidos area), featuring direct access to miles of golden Atlantic beaches, elegant rooms with private balconies overlooking the ocean or golf course, multiple pools (indoor and outdoor), a full Kalyan Spa, fitness center, diverse dining options, kids’ club, and serene natural surroundings. Its standout golf facilities center on the on-site, award-winning Praia D’El Rey Golf Course, an acclaimed 18-hole, par-72 championship links-style layout designed by renowned architect Cabell B. Robinson, blending pine forests, undulating dunes, deep bunkers, rolling greens, natural sandy areas, and spectacular ocean views—widely regarded as one of Europe’s most stunning coastal courses, with nearby access to the additional West Cliffs Golf Links for even more premier play.
Ritz-Carlton Penha Long Resort
In the lush landscape of Sintra’s rolling green hills, Penha Long Resort is a reminder that true beauty withstands the test of time. The hotel, the only within the natural park, seamlessly incorporates a 14th century monastery and chapel within its luxurious setting. The 27-hole championship golf course at Penha Longa Resort is a Robert Trent Jones, Jr. design, and is one of the top ranked courses in Portugal and a host to the Portuguese Open. Dining is another incredible experience at the resort which is home to some of Portugal’s most critically acclaimed restaurants, featuring three restaurants awarded with one Michelin-star. A full service luxury spa and wellness center rounds out a list of features that will surely impress the avid luxury resort golf traveler. The property is also within easy reach of great beaches in nearby Cascais and Estoril.
For those traveling to Portugal it is easy to find great Portugal golf resorts at a variety of price points. For additional information please see the Portugal listings in our website directory.