Vale Do Lobo Golf Resort

Sitting on the magnificent coast of Southern Portugal, the renowned Vale Do Lobo is one of Europe’s best all-encompassing golf resorts. Both the Vale Do Lobo Royal course and the Vale Do Lobo Ocean course, are epic layouts in their own right and rank among the best golf courses in Portugal. While the Royal would be considered the leading course, it is the combination of the two contrasting courses that makes Vale Do Lobo so special.

Vale Do Lobo is located in a prime spot in the centre of the Algarve, just 25 minutes from Faro Airport, the resort is within easy reach of the local beaches and the popular town of Vilamoura. The opulence and style of the accommodation at Vale Do Lobo Resort is known to be among the Algarve’s finest, designed for those who like a little extra luxury, there are an astounding 15 restaurants and The Royal Spa for guests to enjoy.

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Golf Courses at Vale Do Lobo Golf Resort

Royal Golf Course

Vale do Lobo's Royal Course boasts some spectacular holes, not least of which is the cliff-top 16th hole which has effectively become the face of golf in the Algarve, making it a must play when visiting the Vilamoura region.

Although it is a par-3, the green is set some 238 yards away on the opposite side of a series of plunging cliffs and standing on the tee facing the stunning sandstone cliffs, with a gleaming white sandy beach and the Atlantic Ocean to your left is undoubtedly one of the most exhilarating experiences in world golf.

The legendary Sir Henry Cotton's design has been revised by Rocky Roquemore in recent years, and continues to delight visitors year after year thanks to its amazing surroundings and the sweeping elevation changes that define the layout and provide much of the challenge, in addition to of course, the tight fairways that are bordered by mature umbrella pines that are so indicative of golf courses in the Algarve.

Signature Hole – No. 16: Par 3, 234 yards (White Tees)

There is little question that the 16th on the Royal Course at Vale do Lobo is the course’s signature hole and it is arguably the signature golfing experience one can enjoy in the whole of the Algarve. This is a brute of a par 3 which can be played one of two ways. Either take on the forced carry over the cliffs to the large green or, if you don’t have the required firepower, take the long way around, utilising the small patch of fairway to the right. This might be the more sensible option for many but few will be able to resist having a crack at the green on such an iconic hole.

The Vale do Lobo Royal Course is ranked as one of the best golf courses in Portugal

Course Information
Par	72
Designed by	Sir H. Cotton/R. Roquemore
Opened for play	1997
Did you know?	The only two ‘hole in ones’ on par 4’s on the Royal Course were both achieved in 2000: by Mr Geoffrey Widdowson on the 376 yard 4th and by Mr Francesco Vazzana on the 442 yard 17th.

Tees
White	6,626 yards	SSS 73
Yellow	6,208 yards	SSS 71
Red	5,368 yards	SSS 73

Ocean Golf Course

The Ocean Course differs greatly to its neighbour; while the cliff-top Royal demands accuracy above all else, the Ocean allows golfers to use their creativity to great effect. Many of the holes run alongside a nature reserve, before the course winds down to the shoreline, where you can enjoy unparalleled views up and down the coast. The Ocean is a combination of two nine hole loops designed by Sir Henry Cotton & Rocky Roquemore who added the newer nine in 2003, and is a gem of a course that will satisfy even the most demanding golfer.

Perhaps seen as the “second” course at Vale do Lobo, the Ocean might not get the praise it deserves as it’s an excellent course in its own right, and a handful of the holes take you as close to the sea as you’re going to get in the Algarve. These holes, which come towards and middle of the round and into the back nine, are the truly memorable holes on the course and the 15th in particular is a stunner, almost rivalling the famous par 3 16th on the Royal for wow factor.

Previously hosted: The Algarve Golf Open (1971), Portuguese Golf Open (1976, 2002, 2003), Open Foursomes Golf tournament (Since 1983), Portuguese Golf Ladies’ Open (1985, 1987).

Course Information
Par	72
Designed by	Sir H. Cotton/R. Roquemore
Opened for play	1968 – Updated in 2003
Did you know?	Football Manager Louis Van Gaal once said of the Ocean Course: ‘I love playing the Ocean Golf Course as I always seem to play better on there! The views are also outstanding and you can feel the sea air wafting around you as you take in the scenery and enjoy the greens.’

Tees
White	6,712 yards	SSS 74
Yellow	6,116 yards	SSS 71
Red	5,494 yards	SSS 74

Facilties

Vale Do Lobo also provides a golf academy, with two distinct areas. There is a netted area for the instruction of beginner golfers, which is also used as a warm up area. A short game practice area with bunkers is also available. This can be used by golfers to warm up before a game and as an instruction area used by the expert Vale Do Lobo Golf Professionals.

At the Clubhouse

Vale Do Lobo’s clubhouse is home to Spike’s Restaurant & Bar. The terrace overlooks a pretty sculpture garden, making it an environment which both golfers and non-golfers can enjoy from breakfast through to late at night. Spike’s offers a range of snacks and club sandwiches as well as some traditional Portuguese dishes.

Other Information

The Vale do Lobo Golf Club is home to a fully equipped Fitness centre is also on site, with a physiotherapist specialising in golf injuries. Club, buggy and trolley rental and changing facilities are also available.

Vale Do Lobos dress code requires golfers to wear golf shoes with soft spikes as well as collared shirts and golf trousers or tailored shorts.

Tips for visiting Vale Do Lobo Golf Resort

Alex Ross
European Specialist

Handicap: 11
Visited: October

I really would not look anywhere else for a golf trip in the Algarve.

You will struggle to find another venue with 2 Championship golf courses with so many picturesque Golf Holes.

The 16th on the Royal Course is an obvious favourite, just don't miss left! It can get windy there so good to practice your knockdown shots before you play here.

The 19th hole is a great place for a spot of breakfast before the round, plus there's a pool table and TV's to watch the sport.

The Apartments at Vale do Lobo are fantastic and the upgrade to the Superior apartments is well-recommended.

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Accommodation at Vale Do Lobo Golf Resort

Vale do Lobo is one of Europe's most exclusive resorts, having offered luxury golf holidays in Portugal since its inauguration in 1962. Your stay will be based in stunning residences, ranging from simple apartments to private villas, all fully equipped and serviced once a week by a personal maid (twice a week for Deluxe).

There are standard, superior and deluxe self catered units, all of which are spacious and comfortable, while the upgraded versions are decorated and furnished in an exquisite designer fashion.

The resort itself is perfectly formulated to provide a wonderful holiday for couples, groups and families who want a little bit of extra luxury, while the two outstanding golf courses are among Portugal's best.

Food & Drink

Vale do Lobo has 15 first-class restaurants, most of which are to be found around the beachside Praça area, which serve the best in international cuisine.

Leisure Facilities

The Royal Spa at Vale do Lobo is the total relaxation and rejuvenation experience, where the sound of running water melts into the scent of essential oils. The spa's ethos is to provide the total range of treatments, from natural herbal remedies and traditional Oriental cures to the latest vitamin-enriched treatments and cosmetic medicine. Overlooking the golf courses, the resort's fitness centre is complete with the latest Technogym equipment and a wide range of free weights.

How to get to Vale do Lobo

Vale do Lobo is nestled directly on the golden Algarve coastline, with stunning beach access. A convenient 20-minute drive separates the resort from Faro International Airport, making arrival and departure a breeze.

Address: Vale Do Lobo, Almancil, Algarve, 8135-864

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9.0

Excellent

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9.2

Location

9.2

Room comfort

8.8

Facilities

8.8

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9.0

Value for money

8.6

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8.0

Very Good

Apartment was spacious and clean. Only slight issue was water leaking onto balcony but otherwise excellent.

Paul – Reviewed 11 Jun 2024

Excellent

Unreal place. Few small issues with staff but overall an incredible experience

Lewis – Reviewed 27 May 2024

Excellent

Lovely resort with lots of amenities you don’t really need to go off site, but if you do it’s a €15-20 taxi ride to Vilamoura. The apartment was large for a 1 bedroom with everything you needed for a 5 night stay. We used the free shuttle bus every day to get from the apartment to the courses which was excellent. All the staff were super efficient and friendly.

Dawn – Reviewed 30 Apr 2024

2.0

Poor

Extremely frustrated that having booked this break with Yourgolftravel, that when we arrived in Faro around 09:20 for a tee time for 8 players at 13:10, we could not access our apartments until 17:00 (after our round of golf). Thus we had to change and store our clubs in the clubhouse changing facility.

Graham – Reviewed 18 Mar 2024

Excellent

Phil – Reviewed 9 Mar 2024

Excellent

Very good resort. Added bonus was the resort shuttle which was very useful getting around the resort including the restaurants at the beach. Bradley Allmark gave us lots of information when booking this trip and nothing was a problem.

Jennifer – Reviewed 4 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Accommodation was spacious, clean and comfortable

Ben – Reviewed 13 Feb 2024

Excellent

All great. Service in spikes was very slow at times, and it wasn’t busy !!

Tom – Reviewed 14 Jan 2024

Excellent

Superb accommodation and we'll looked after by the resort. The bus aerviceorked really well

Patrick – Reviewed 25 Oct 2023

Excellent

Stewart – Reviewed 1 Apr 2023

Excellent

Fantastic development with two outstanding golf courses. Everything was seamless - from the service at the golf club and bar, to the shuttle bus and reception staff.

Howard – Reviewed 31 Mar 2023

Excellent

A 4 day stay in a wet March so didn't get to use some of the facilities but they looked good. Golf was 5* with really friendly course staff. Good buggies and facilities. Room not available until 17:00 on arrival at 11:00 was a little disappointing. Only used The Spikes club house bar and restaurant which was excellent. You pay top price for this 5* resort so it is not a tight budget option.

Arthur – Reviewed 9 Mar 2023

Excellent

The whole experience from start to diminish was excellent and the staff were all friendly and very helpful.

John – Reviewed 27 Nov 2022

8.0

Very Good

probably a wee bit far from the golf centre but the shuttle bus was quick and efficient and accommodation clean and comfortable

Philip – Reviewed 18 Nov 2022

6.0

Good

Apartment is in need of maintenance/decor. Staff at the resort were of a mix some really helpful others not so. I would rate it only a 3star overall.

Eddie – Reviewed 23 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Gordon – Reviewed 5 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

On arrival one miserable, extremely unhelpful receptionist. Our villa had been cancelled by mistake by tour operator and this person was extremely unhelpful in wanting to help resolve situation. - rest of reception staff very helpful and friendly as well as shuttle staff. Spike Bar - amazing food and service from all its staff.

Samantha – Reviewed 20 Jul 2022

8.0

Very Good

This is a great place to stay, within walking distance of a lot of good restaurants and has fantastic golf. The kitchens are ill equipped but other than that a great experience

Cynthia – Reviewed 16 Jun 2022

Excellent

Accommodation was excellent. It was spacious and good condition. The shuttle bus service that runs 24/7 was quick and reliable.

Rob – Reviewed 14 Jun 2022

Excellent

Hotel complex was spectacular and a perfect match for a long weekend for our group. Hotel staff were attentive, friendly and always went the extra mile looking after our group throughout our stay. Only negative feedback would be the late check in of 1700 on the day of arrival which resulted in the group having issues settling in, playing golf and checking in very late that evening.

Chris – Reviewed 23 May 2022

Excellent

For a cheeky getaway, with 3 rounds of golf included, we were very happy with the accommodation provided and package as a whole for the price. One small issue was we were a couple and the bed was 2 single beds pushed together (kept falling in the crack!). The facilities were great otherwise. Full kitchen, with inside and outside table. Good wifi. The restaurants and bars do the job and if you are with a lads or girls group and are likely all you need. For a romantic meal, we headed inland slightly to Restaurant Florien, which was a great setting for a romantic meal and the food was spectacular (rather than just good/very good). Overall, a great time. Staff friendly and happy to help! Good supermarket on the site also if you want to cook a few meals instead of eating out (or stock up on birdie juice for the back 9).

Michael – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

Excellent

This is the 4th time we have traveled with YGTravel and once again everything was excellent. The courses were superb but could you slow the greens down please!😀. We will definitely travel with you again

Michael – Reviewed 3 Apr 2022

Excellent

The accommodation was spottless and well maintained

Martin – Reviewed 21 Nov 2021

Excellent

Self catering rather than a hotel but acomodation was excellent in a prime location for the courses we were playing

Ian – Reviewed 4 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

A great resort that has everything within walking distance or or short resort provided shuttle ride away. Biggest criticism is that the golf provision does not include a full size driving range. There is a range provided near the first tees, but you are limited to using a 9 iron at most due to its short length.

Trevor – Reviewed 25 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Nice apartments lovely people.

Kevan – Reviewed 27 Feb 2020

Excellent

excellent venue and very nice personnel - the amenities are outstanding (e.g. free shuttle bus in the whole campus) and you don't miss anything.

Marc – Reviewed 19 Nov 2019

Excellent

Miha – Reviewed 15 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Everything was absolutely fine - the only negative was that our apartment was a little 'tired', could do with refurbishing to match the standard of the rest of the resort, but we would still go back tomorrow!

Geoff – Reviewed 4 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Nice apartments, lots of space and very comfortable. Would be better if nearer the golf courses but only a 15-20 min walk

Imran – Reviewed 30 Sep 2019

Excellent

Philip – Reviewed 30 May 2019

Excellent

Very clean and comfortable

Ben – Reviewed 29 Apr 2019

8.0

Very Good

Fantastic complex overall, only blips apartment quite isolated & required us to constantly have to book a 10 mins shuttle ride to get to any of the amenities ie: courses, Praca, & supermarkets etc. Though in fairness the shuttles were very prompt & the drivers extremely courteous. Only other gripe was the pool & gym advertised to us were both closed Would also like to thank your golf travel & Jay Conroy in particular this was my first venture into a golfing break & have to say Jay guided us through the whole process with absolute professionalism & courtesy

Michael – Reviewed 17 Apr 2019

Excellent

Everything was fine as in the previous visits to vale do lobo the accommodation was excellent staff on and off the course were very friendly and helpful we will definitely be returning

Michael – Reviewed 9 Apr 2019

Excellent

The apartment was very comfortable there were 2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds in each room. Very hard to find fault with the comfort levels and the actual location of the apartment.

Peter – Reviewed 8 Apr 2019

Excellent

Upgraded to small Villa with own plunge pool, accommodation was way above what we expected. Drinks obviously expensive. Supermarket on site. Free mini bus takes you around the complex. Everything is extremely well organised. TM M4 & M6 hire clubs. Couldn't fault it.

Neil – Reviewed 2 Apr 2019

Excellent

Great apartment and the transport bus was very efficient. Could walk to and from restaurants.

Ann – Reviewed 1 Apr 2019

Excellent

From the minute we walked through the door, the staff couldn't do enough for us. We arrived early so that we could play a round of golf, but couldn't check in to apartment until 3pm. Put our bags away safely for us and did the paperwork. After golf, collected our key and drove to apartment. Facilities at apartment were 1st Class, better than most hotels we have stayed at. Everything we needed was provided, including a welcome pack of bread, milk, tea, and coffee. Apartment very spacious with big TV and also wifi. Apartment was 15 minute walk from centre, but there was a free taxi service if we wanted it, just pick up phone and it was immediately there. Only used Spikes bar, food was pretty reasonable and varied menu, priced about what we expected. Again, everyone bent over backwards to be helpful. Checkout was very very quick and easy.

Martin – Reviewed 23 Mar 2019

Excellent

What a fantastic location, surroundings and place. From start to finish everything was perfect and as a frequent traveller that is rare. The apartment was spotless and a free private shuttle is arranged from the course to your apartment with no hassle. The club house is lovely, food and drinks amazing though slightly pricey but this can be expected due to the location. Service is quick and always with a smile. The club has showers and free towels so you can freshen up between rounds and everything is spotless. My 3 stars on the facilities is only down to them having a driving range that you cannot hit more than a 9 iron (160m long) and it only has 6 bays. There is one bar/restaurant at the club house which is lovely however is quite expensive. We had 3 bacon toasties and 1 posh greek yogurt with 4 drinks and it was 70 euro. however don't let this put you off.In the evening there is a free mini bus service from your apartment. Simply dial 9 and within 5 minutes you are collected and drop anywhere in the resort. The local square has around 6 restaurants to cater for all tastes. An average meal was around 60 euro per person based on 4. There was no nightlife in Vale Do Lobo in March however I have been in August and it's a complete contrast. If you want something more you can head to Vilamoura in a Uber for 12 euro. All in all it was a fantastic trip and look forward to going back. On a final note we had unlimited golf which was well worth it. We played 18 holes in the morning, finishing around 2.00pm, then had some lunch and a few beers and then played a different course around 5pm and managed to get 9 holes in. Getting back out was no problem and free buggies were always available.

Matt – Reviewed 20 Mar 2019

Excellent

Very clean and tidy everything you need for a golf stay in the apartment sky sports was a plus as well as free wifi. Choice of restaurants was small on site but that was due to all of them on the Praca weren't open yet, food was lovely in spikes bar and staff was brilliant couldnt do enough to help us. Definitely go back.

Kevin – Reviewed 13 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

We stayed in an apartment which was very comfortable and spacious. There was a basic welcome pack sufficient for breakfast which was great. Free resort bus worked really well so all the facilities were readily available

Dave – Reviewed 11 Mar 2019

Excellent

Out apartment was very nice. It was clean and had a basic welcome pack with milk, bread, tea & coffee. All the kitchen equipment was in good working order. The staff at the resort reception were efficient & friendly. The restaurant was lovely & the staff were very friendly & helpful. The breakfast was very good & set us up for a good morning of golf. We did not hire a car so we used the resort bus to get back & fore from our apartment. All the drivers were helpful and friendly at all times. The resort is very large so the bus was vital in getting to the reception were the golf office is situated.

Howard – Reviewed 8 Mar 2019

Excellent

Better than expected.

Chris – Reviewed 5 Mar 2019

Excellent

My group of 12 have just returned from a weeks trip to Vale do Lobo. I have been organizing these trips for over 20 years and I would say that the YGT offer for Vale do Lobo is the best deal ever! In fact I rang Nick Hall direct to make sure it wasn’t a mistake. The deal consisted 7 nights accommodation in a link detached villa, which was very well equipped.We even had a pool! 7 rounds of golf on the Royal and Ocean courses, including buggies. We also had club rental included for Taylormade M4 clubs! Even our two best players who are 6 and 7 handicaps left their blades at home. For those who have not been to VDL it is a large site but the resort has a minibus pickup from anywhere on site. Normally they are with you in 5 minutes or so. There are a few bars and restaurants open in February but if you want a livelier time you may have to taxi to nearby Quinta do Lago. To top it all we qualified for a Taylormade M4 driver which our group had a draw for.

Ray – Reviewed 4 Mar 2019

4.0

Average

One bed apartment very tired and in need of upgrading, would not choose this option again. Continuous calls made for housekiiping to replace consumables.

Neil – Reviewed 14 Feb 2019

8.0

Very Good

Staff at the resort were very friendly and helpful Apartment was great, resort bus to transit you around the resort and only a 5 minute wait.

Eddie – Reviewed 10 Feb 2019

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 28 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Dagmar – Reviewed 13 Nov 2018

Excellent

It was just perfect!

Miha – Reviewed 13 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Our accommodation was self catering and we did not use the bars and restaurants so unable to give a rating for them

Charles – Reviewed 10 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

The apartment was very spacious and had lots of facilities such as dishwasher,microwave, washing machine. The nice touch was the milk, bread, coffee and tea left for us. However, the apartment did look tired and really needed re decorating, especially the bathroom

Murray – Reviewed 28 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

Quite a large complex, but the internal "resort bus " system works well, and is easy to use. Apartment was spotless, ans had everything one could ask for. Nice outdoor terrace too. Two lovely and challenging but fair courses, with very helpful and knowledgeable staff.

Anne – Reviewed 30 Sep 2018

Excellent

May I say that every body in my group including my self could not fault this trip in any way the Royal and Ocean courses were superb offering us some breathtaking views and good golf all the staff were extremely helpful and polite

Dave – Reviewed 17 Mar 2015

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9.0

Condition of greens

9.0

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9.2

Value for money

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Our favourite of the three we played on this trip. Nice variety of holes.

Guy – Reviewed 13 Jul 2024

8.0

Very Good

Paths getting quite tired and could do with a bit of tlc

Jacqueline – Reviewed 11 Jul 2024

Excellent

Unbelievable course . Greens and fairways immaculate. Clubhouse was fantastic with great food and staff .

Gavin – Reviewed 9 Jul 2024

Excellent

Great signature par 3 hole across the cliffs and challenging water hazards with great views. Fairly hard course for higher handicappers but perfect for low teen handicaps

Neil – Reviewed 3 Jul 2024

8.0

Very Good

Steven – Reviewed 27 Jun 2024

Excellent

A top class golf course with top class facilities. Had a fabulous meal for 23 after the round , a bit expensive but the food was excellent

Ray – Reviewed 26 Jun 2024

8.0

Very Good

Busy so play slow - enjoyable - poor practise area

Anthony – Reviewed 24 Jun 2024

8.0

Very Good

Transfers only had us down for 8 people !! Course ok

Dave – Reviewed 23 Jun 2024

Excellent

I played my best golf here, so naturally came away with very good feelings about Royal.

Linda – Reviewed 17 Jun 2024

Excellent

I don’t hit a long ball, so I found this course quite demanding. Some blind shots, so would be good to play it again now I know what to expect.

Linda – Reviewed 17 Jun 2024

Excellent

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David – Reviewed 11 Jun 2024

8.0

Very Good

On arrival, very helpful admin and course staff. Unfortunately, the same can't be said about the service in the 19th hole. Very slow all around and not overly friendly.

David – Reviewed 11 Jun 2024

Excellent

A joy to play also.

Paul – Reviewed 11 Jun 2024

Excellent

A joy to play

Paul – Reviewed 11 Jun 2024

8.0

Very Good

Steve – Reviewed 9 Jun 2024

Excellent

My favourite course of the trip. Beautifully maintained and some wonderful holes!

Ken – Reviewed 1 Jun 2024

Excellent

A beautiful course with some outstanding holes

Ken – Reviewed 1 Jun 2024

Excellent

Outstanding course and views,big down side,waiting from 10:45am for our transfers which was booked and confirmed by YGT for 11am,which was done a year ago,our transfers finally arrived at 12:10pm and we were teeing off at 13:00pm,had to rush around,no time for a drink or practice,9 our our group didn’t play as they were sick of waiting around for the transfer.Unfortunately a very poor ending to our trip.

Mark – Reviewed 29 May 2024

Excellent

Lewis – Reviewed 27 May 2024

Excellent

Lewis – Reviewed 27 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

A nice course, let down by hole 2 and 3

Robert – Reviewed 26 May 2024

Excellent

Matthew – Reviewed 24 May 2024

Excellent

Matthew – Reviewed 24 May 2024

Excellent

Michael – Reviewed 22 May 2024

Excellent

Beautiful golf course in great condition would love to play this again.

Dennis – Reviewed 21 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

The greens had lots of sand on them after maintenance and were quite bumpy, would like to try it again under normal conditions.

Dennis – Reviewed 21 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Not as good as the Ocean but still playable. The service in the clubhouse for both the ocean and the royal is very slow

Ashley – Reviewed 21 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Good course

Ashley – Reviewed 21 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Great facility and thoroughly enjoyed the golf course

Grant – Reviewed 14 May 2024

Excellent

Not as good as the royal but found this harder still great hole's

Mark leonard radley – Reviewed 12 May 2024

Excellent

Great golf course club house good drink and food getting use to the grass chipping

Mark leonard radley – Reviewed 12 May 2024

Excellent

Geraldine – Reviewed 11 May 2024

Excellent

The courses in unbelievable condition so many good house best one we played the weekend

Russell – Reviewed 7 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Paul – Reviewed 7 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Stunning 16th hole and overall a nice course. Not quite Quinta standard in my opinion

Gavin – Reviewed 5 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Excellent

Rob – Reviewed 1 May 2024

Excellent

Really excellent

Rob – Reviewed 1 May 2024

Excellent

Great course and our favourite of the 2.

Dawn – Reviewed 30 Apr 2024

Excellent

Great course.

Dawn – Reviewed 30 Apr 2024

Excellent

top quality course - greens are in excellent condition and the facilities are great - not sure if there is a driving range as we didn't have time to use one and ask about availability

Ian – Reviewed 29 Apr 2024

Excellent

Tough rough and the sand in the bunkers was about 100 mm deep easy to get it wrong

Nick – Reviewed 28 Apr 2024

Excellent

Probably the best course we've played. Visually stunning, immaculately kept. If there was a negative it would be far too many bunkers, some superfluous as the course is hard enough without them. Would definatley play again

Mark – Reviewed 28 Apr 2024

Excellent

Michael – Reviewed 24 Apr 2024

Excellent

Enjoyable but very fast greens. Tricky to read. Par 3's were hard, but scenic.

Ian – Reviewed 22 Apr 2024

Excellent

Matthew – Reviewed 17 Apr 2024

6.0

Good

The Royal imo wasn’t in quite as good ascondition as the Ocean but it’s still a lovely course with some stunning holes. The greens were a bit opposite of the Ocean in that they were a bit slower. Pace of play was a bit quicker mind you maybe due to it being a Sunday

Craig – Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

The Course was very busy which made the round over 4hrs 30mins but it was in the sunshine so no big deal. Greens were in great condition and very fast.

Craig – Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

Excellent

Terry – Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

Excellent

Terry – Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Aaron – Reviewed 9 Apr 2024

Excellent

Stunning course, on the Val do lobo property. Back 9 was stunning with a couple of great holes along the coast. The grandstand finish topped off a great holiday. Make sure you build in time on both the royal and ocean as rounds can take about 4 to 5 hours.

Jamie – Reviewed 3 Apr 2024

Excellent

Great course and fantastic scenery. Tight driving holes can increase the difficulty and time of the round. Par 3 16th is amazing! Great club house and shop. There is a bag storage area also at the club. This came in handy when we left for the airport straight after our round at this resort on the last day.

Jamie – Reviewed 3 Apr 2024

Excellent

once again rip off buggy's 65 euros x 6 total rip off

Raymond – Reviewed 27 Mar 2024

Excellent

Love this course. Has got everything and was in mint condition. Would have played it everyday.

Nino – Reviewed 26 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Very slow , nearly 5 and half hours , would be more enjoyable if slow play avoided .

Graham – Reviewed 24 Mar 2024

Excellent

Excellent course. Loved it. The issue with timing to get around the course was mainly down to distance between holes, even though we had buggies. Can't give true rating of a cost value as booked as part of a package.

Neil – Reviewed 19 Mar 2024

6.0

Good

Wasn't as good as we hoped in the sense of quality of the course but was still good. Difficult to rate the cost as was paid as part of a package.

Neil – Reviewed 19 Mar 2024

Excellent

Very good course great holes and very good condition

Mark – Reviewed 19 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Very good. Course may struggle if rain is limited through the summer

Graham – Reviewed 18 Mar 2024

Excellent

Wonderful

Graham – Reviewed 18 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Green speed very fast

Phil – Reviewed 9 Mar 2024

6.0

Good

Green speed was exceptionally fast. Couldn’t attack the pins and on many occasions after hitting the green ball went straight through

Phil – Reviewed 9 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

As an older group we played off forward tees and the course was a fair challenge. The two holes by the ocean are spectacular.

Simon – Reviewed 9 Mar 2024

Excellent

The Royal is a fine long established track with the feature 16th hole. Fairways were in great condition, bit the layout can be hard work as it meanders through the houses and across roads and even roundabouts, with direction signage that is never that helpful or obvious. The clubhouse setting is great, but again finding your way around the clubhouse and its facilities is not simple, and tbh staff did little to make the experience memorable.

Charles – Reviewed 8 Mar 2024

Excellent

Glad we played it but found it hard work!

Mike – Reviewed 8 Mar 2024

Excellent

Liked playing this course but a bit above our standards! Would go again , (strong breeze didn’t help! ) getting expensive though

Mike – Reviewed 8 Mar 2024

Excellent

Having a higher handicap the course was challenging, that said really enjoyed it. Bradley was very helpful regarding tee times.

Jennifer – Reviewed 4 Mar 2024

Excellent

Being a higher handicap golfer found the course long but still really enjoyed it as it was challenging with lovely views. Will definitely go back in the future. Bradley was very helpful regarding tee times and explain the process when arriving at the course.

Jennifer – Reviewed 4 Mar 2024

Excellent

Very good as usual !!

Kenneth – Reviewed 3 Mar 2024

Excellent

Great as normal!

Kenneth – Reviewed 3 Mar 2024

Excellent

Brilliant course - we played the Royal. Some absolutely stunning holes and course in excellent condition for the time of year. You need biggies this course though due to long distances between some tees. One of the best courses I've played.

Simon – Reviewed 16 Feb 2024

8.0

Very Good

after playing the Royal first I was a little underwhelmed to begin with but from around hole 5 the course really does come into it's element, incredible views and a beautiful course, tight and tricky holes and quite hilly so on your first time around it can be hard to navigate and know where to hit your ball, your watch and buggie monitor come in handy here, overall a great experience and course and will definitely be back

Ben – Reviewed 13 Feb 2024

Excellent

The royal is an unbelievable course, the views are incredible and the iconic 16th is even more sensational in person

Ben – Reviewed 13 Feb 2024

Excellent

Course was in great condition. We had a twilight rate but still had plenty of time to complete our round

Dan – Reviewed 1 Feb 2024

Excellent

Beautiful!!

Tom – Reviewed 14 Jan 2024

Excellent

Beautiful!!

Tom – Reviewed 14 Jan 2024

Excellent

Beautiful course with good variety of holes to play. Challenging but still enjoyable for golfers of all standards.

Olaf – Reviewed 23 Nov 2023

Excellent

Beautiful course with good variety of holes to play. Challenging but still enjoyable for golfers of all standards.

Olaf – Reviewed 23 Nov 2023

Excellent

another great coarse in excellent condition

Christopher – Reviewed 1 Nov 2023

Excellent

great coarse played numerous times already booked again

Christopher – Reviewed 1 Nov 2023

Excellent

Our favourite of the week. Views on the back 9 which takes you right down to the ocean are incredible. Course was a bit wet in places due to rain the week before, but buggies allowed on the fairways with some restrictions. This made the playability better as you had the right club ever time! Wide fairways and playable rough, excellent greens and bunkers. Extremely friendly staff and a great ambience in the bar. Food relatively good value. So good we booked to play it again at 7.50am on our 'day off'. Playing in the sunrise an unforgettable experience!

Alyson – Reviewed 1 Nov 2023

6.0

Good

Unfortunately only played 12 holes before torrential rain made the greens unplayable and we left the course soaked! Buggies again cart path only at this time of year (October). Course in good condition, fairways and greens excellent, rough a fair test. Disappointed we didn't get to play the signature hole, but means another visit to accomplish that!

Alyson – Reviewed 1 Nov 2023

Excellent

Best course of the 2 as judged by our group of 8. The views from 11 to 16th really make it.

Patrick – Reviewed 25 Oct 2023

Excellent

Well worth playing just for the 16th!

Patrick – Reviewed 25 Oct 2023

Excellent

This course grows on you. Lovely

Nik – Reviewed 23 Oct 2023

Excellent

Excellent as always

Nik – Reviewed 23 Oct 2023

Excellent

Great condition. Back 5 holes cannot be missed. 16th hole as good as it gets

Tony – Reviewed 23 Oct 2023

6.0

Good

Michael – Reviewed 20 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Too many high handicap golfers on the course resulting in us nearly not finishing our round in day light Despite YGT assuring us it would be ok nearly 6 hour rounds

Talat – Reviewed 18 Oct 2023

4.0

Average

Too many high handicap golfers on the course resulting in us nearly not finishing our round in day light

Talat – Reviewed 18 Oct 2023

6.0

Good

Enjoyed playing the golf course, not the best driving range as it is very short in length.

Luca – Reviewed 17 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Arun – Reviewed 15 Oct 2023

Excellent

Stunning, didn’t stop taking photos of the holes and views, a must to play

Barry – Reviewed 15 Oct 2023

Excellent

Alan – Reviewed 10 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Alan – Reviewed 10 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Round @ the Royal Course was great. The view on the 16th was fantastic.

JOSE – Reviewed 4 Oct 2023

6.0

Good

Good but disappointed with overall condition

James – Reviewed 30 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Adrian – Reviewed 26 Sep 2023

6.0

Good

Adrian – Reviewed 26 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Nicholas – Reviewed 26 Sep 2023

6.0

Good

greens & tee boxes not very good considering the time of year.

Nicholas – Reviewed 26 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Love the track but greens on front nine were poor and some of the tees need levelled out. Maintenance work was prevalent on a few holes as well

Chris – Reviewed 25 Sep 2023

Excellent

reasonable pace . 4.20. class course. fantastic views and backdrops especially back 9.

Ian – Reviewed 25 Sep 2023

6.0

Good

Quite disappointed with this course having played the ocean course a few days earlier. Front 9 especially nothing to write home about, a 400 yard par 5 to start didn’t seem right, the greens were bobbly and if it wasn’t for the 16th signature hole over the cliffs, it may have been rated lower. Seems like the vale do Lobo courses want players from the villas and not outsiders as it seems a lot harder to sort things when on course.

Andrew – Reviewed 22 Sep 2023

Excellent

Stunning course, lots of beautiful holes, very picturesque as you make your way down to the sea front. Only negative was the course Marshall being on at us as we were 10 minutes behind play overall, sort of ruined the round for a couple of the group. Especially when you have to leave the buggy far from the green. But overall I would play it again.

Andrew – Reviewed 22 Sep 2023

Excellent

Fabulous

Atul – Reviewed 18 Sep 2023

Excellent

Phil – Reviewed 18 Sep 2023

6.0

Good

Greens were in much better condition than the Royal course which is on the same complex. Some good, picturesque holes

Bill – Reviewed 18 Sep 2023

4.0

Average

Greens were in poor condition and I wouldn’t choose to play the course again in the future.

Bill – Reviewed 18 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Cian – Reviewed 12 Sep 2023

6.0

Good

Cian – Reviewed 12 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Joseph – Reviewed 10 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Probably not as good as sister course Royal but still a good course. Great facilities, buggies good but not as good as Quinta do Lago

Paul – Reviewed 10 Sep 2023

Excellent

Tight fairways on first few holes but amazing conditions all through the course, was looking forward to the famous 16th hole which did not disappoint and is worth every penny to play at least once, would recommend a buggy if going in august as temperatures are very warm!

Wilf – Reviewed 21 Aug 2023

Excellent

The villas surrounding this course complement every hole and is absolutely awesome to play around, much wider fairways than the royal course and more of a variety of style of holes. Conditions were perfect and the par three alongside the beach was our favourite. Cannot wait to go back!

Wilf – Reviewed 21 Aug 2023

Excellent

This course is beautiful. Views of the sea on many holes. Great food at club house. Will be playing here again!

David – Reviewed 28 Jul 2023

8.0

Very Good

Always a good course to play, Having played it a couple of times I'd say the only thing letting it down is the way it runs through the estate and bit of a trip between each hole, but overall always worth the visit for the 16th.

Paul – Reviewed 5 Jul 2023

8.0

Very Good

Ralph – Reviewed 28 Jun 2023

8.0

Very Good

Very slow round, no Marshalls on the course that we could see. Course very tight with lots of villas means just constantly feeling anxious. Lovely holes across the beach and a good test, just didn’t rate it as highly as the Quinta courses. Would play again but felt a bit commercial with the course jam packed

Craig – Reviewed 27 Jun 2023

6.0

Good

A bit of work going round course

Dave – Reviewed 18 Jun 2023

6.0

Good

Played off yellow tees not in good condition at all

Dave – Reviewed 18 Jun 2023

6.0

Good

A bit scruffy,though would probably play the Royal course next time

Leslie – Reviewed 14 Jun 2023

Excellent

Jack – Reviewed 13 Jun 2023

Excellent

Excellent course and amazing views. Managed to play as a two ball but was told 4 ball on the day. Would be nice to know we are sharing a tee time ahead of the game. Regardless, awesome day.

Jack – Reviewed 13 Jun 2023

Excellent

Great course would recommend it

Richard – Reviewed 18 May 2023

Excellent

YGT messed up the tee times and charged us for buggies which were not booked. We had to pay twice. We had to wait around for hours.

Matthew – Reviewed 16 May 2023

Excellent

Amazing course. However over 5 hours for a round, waiting at every hole, with a 2 ball behind us wasn't great golf management.

Derek – Reviewed 15 May 2023

Excellent

Excellent course, excellent experience.

Derek – Reviewed 15 May 2023

8.0

Very Good

Best course of our trip fantastic time !

Jamie – Reviewed 15 May 2023

8.0

Very Good

Carl – Reviewed 15 May 2023

8.0

Very Good

Preferred the Ocean course of the 2 we played but The Royal is still a fabulous course nonetheless - feature hole has to be the par 3 16th - my tip, take the bail out to the right :)

John – Reviewed 9 May 2023

Excellent

Fabulous, picturesque course, one for the bucket list - look out for the 9th (or might be the 10th) running downhill off the tee, then, back uphill to the green with a beautiful waterfall running down the left

John – Reviewed 9 May 2023

Excellent

Jane – Reviewed 9 May 2023

Excellent

More interesting than the ocean course, again a beautiful lay out with stunning scenery and reasonable degree of difficulty

Robert – Reviewed 29 Apr 2023

Excellent

Very well maintained with a fair degree of difficulty for high and low handicappers.

Robert – Reviewed 29 Apr 2023

Excellent

Ken – Reviewed 24 Apr 2023

Excellent

A great course we played 36 in one day really good place to go

Ken – Reviewed 24 Apr 2023

Excellent

Lovely course. Down by the sea so it was beautiful and pretty challenging.

Fiona – Reviewed 18 Apr 2023

Excellent

Ken – Reviewed 6 Apr 2023

Excellent

Ken – Reviewed 6 Apr 2023

Excellent

Our favourite golf course.Very challenging with a varied type of challenges.

Brian – Reviewed 1 Apr 2023

Excellent

Water and more water!! But good fun.

Brian – Reviewed 1 Apr 2023

Excellent

Stewart – Reviewed 1 Apr 2023

Excellent

Stewart – Reviewed 1 Apr 2023

Excellent

Fantastic views from holes around the ocean as well as beautiful holes winding through the development.

Howard – Reviewed 31 Mar 2023

Excellent

Amazing course in pristine condition. A great test of golf, but still playable for all handicaps

Howard – Reviewed 31 Mar 2023

8.0

Very Good

After arriving we were disappointed being charged 55 euros for Buggies having been told by your golf travel the average would be 40.

Raymond – Reviewed 22 Mar 2023

6.0

Good

Building work around the whole course

Peter – Reviewed 18 Mar 2023

Excellent

A pleasure

Peter – Reviewed 18 Mar 2023

Excellent

New player so it was hard. Some fantastic holes with good club selection challenges and great views. Despite rain course was playable. Played 2 rounds but had to abandon 2nd PM round early due to slow playing 4some in front of us.

Arthur – Reviewed 9 Mar 2023

Excellent

New player so it was hard. Some fantastic holes with good club selection challenges and great views. Despite rain course was playable. Preferred Ocean to Royal.

Arthur – Reviewed 9 Mar 2023

Excellent

Nice course with some lovely challenging holes

Gary – Reviewed 28 Feb 2023

Excellent

Andrew – Reviewed 27 Feb 2023

8.0

Very Good

Some great scenery but some of the holes require a bell as nearly got hit a few times by balls from the tee otherwise would have got all 6 stars

John – Reviewed 26 Feb 2023

8.0

Very Good

I find this a really average course relying on it's signature par 3

Colin – Reviewed 21 Feb 2023

Excellent

Tony – Reviewed 29 Jan 2023

Excellent

Tony – Reviewed 29 Jan 2023

Excellent

Played the Royal with the famous 16th. It didn't disappoint. Gave us complimentary buggies which was very pleasing although we were there just before Christmas. Course was December scruffy if I am picky but would definitely return.

Geoffrey – Reviewed 20 Dec 2022

Excellent

The course has some tricky and picturesque holes it was in excellent condition for this time of year,some course work maintenance was being carried out. The greens were very receptive shame there are still players that don’t repair pitch marks😡or rake bunkers. Stay on the fairways as much as possible the rough is punishing.

John – Reviewed 27 Nov 2022

Excellent

John – Reviewed 27 Nov 2022

8.0

Very Good

We loved this course - lots of memorable holes, in very good condition.

Philip – Reviewed 18 Nov 2022

6.0

Good

Pleasant course - a few blind holes. First day was super slow as a party up ahead were taking their time but overall pretty good.

Philip – Reviewed 18 Nov 2022

Excellent

Fantastic course,great signature hole 16th.

Terry – Reviewed 18 Nov 2022

8.0

Very Good

Weak holes to start. Amazing back 9. Greens were superb

Serge – Reviewed 28 Oct 2022

6.0

Good

I dont think the Ocean is anywhere as good as the Royal. I found there was 3-4 holes 2nd-6th possibly where it felt like a park land course and then it opened up into some more sweeping attractive holes. Going down towards the sea the holes were stunning.

Stephen – Reviewed 26 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Great course with some fantastic holes and views (obviously the 16th stands out. The whole group enjoyed the round and would all play it again.

Stephen – Reviewed 26 Oct 2022

Excellent

Prefer this course...signature hole (16th) what a hole.

Eddie – Reviewed 23 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Greens were not in the best condition...getting to the greens were a challenge, you need to be straight not to be in the trees or water otherwise great course.

Eddie – Reviewed 23 Oct 2022

Excellent

Very good would like to play again next year

Talat – Reviewed 19 Oct 2022

Excellent

Another fantastic course what a great organisation

Bradley – Reviewed 9 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Love this course However this was year the condition was not up to scratch. It was overplayed & very slow

Bailie – Reviewed 9 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Gordon – Reviewed 5 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Gordon – Reviewed 5 Oct 2022

4.0

Average

Very slow and poor layout. Wasn’t impressed

Marc – Reviewed 2 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Too much walking if you’re not in a buggy and disjointed as lots of driving to holes

Mark – Reviewed 30 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

A course that is nice to play. Interesting holes, great scenery and the 16th hole par 3 over the cliffs is a real challenge. It’s showing some signs of being ‘well used’ but overall still one to experience.

Colin – Reviewed 27 Sep 2022

Excellent

Good course buggies advised

Charles – Reviewed 24 Sep 2022

Excellent

Great round lovely views

Charles – Reviewed 24 Sep 2022

Excellent

Roger – Reviewed 21 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

Roger – Reviewed 21 Sep 2022

Excellent

Awesome course!

Kevin – Reviewed 21 Sep 2022

Excellent

Lovely course with stunning views.

Eddie – Reviewed 17 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

Thought the course was not as well maintained as Quinta do lago south.

Eddie – Reviewed 17 Sep 2022

Excellent

A very good testing course. Have to play well to score well. Lots of good holes and stunning holes by the seaside. Well worth playing

Howard – Reviewed 15 Sep 2022

Excellent

Very good golf course, tests all parts of your game. You have to play well to score well. Condition as always is great. Well worth the money

Howard – Reviewed 15 Sep 2022

4.0

Average

Noticeable drop in standard from Quinta. Bit tired / under-invested? Penned in by villas built too close to course. Bit quirky. Consensus of group 👎🏻

Paul – Reviewed 14 Sep 2022

Excellent

Always good

Paul – Reviewed 12 Sep 2022

Excellent

Loved the course

Stewart – Reviewed 6 Sep 2022

Excellent

Loved the course

Stewart – Reviewed 6 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

Course ok. Looks good but boring.

Samantha – Reviewed 20 Jul 2022

8.0

Very Good

Course was OK, not a links course. Wasn't happy being assigned with strangers in a 4 ball. Marshall needs to ensure pace of play is adhered to as did have to wait 10/15 mins due to backlog of people in front.

Samantha – Reviewed 20 Jul 2022

4.0

Average

A mixed bag - the greens were excellent and the course was in good condition but we played on a Friday afternoon and the course was packed, we waited on almost every shot and given there are blind shots on the course experienced balls landing close to us from the game behind. On some holes the buggies from the game behind were waiting behind us on the tee before we were able to tee off. I really dislike golf when its like this and over stacking of the course and the speed of play ruined our round, it was hot and we lost concentration waiting on every shot. NOt good enough given the price of a round. Practice area you can only hit 9 irons. The course has a few lovely holes but also a few where you feel like you are just playing up and down a field. Great sea views and a lovely par 3 next to the beach. Wouldnt play it again.

Andrew – Reviewed 11 Jul 2022

Excellent

Tough course so it’s test your golf This was my favourite as you had to play well Course is in great condition

Gavin – Reviewed 11 Jul 2022

Excellent

Very good course top ratings

Gavin – Reviewed 11 Jul 2022

8.0

Very Good

A very nice course and we got to play the iconic 16th hole over the cliffs, which was playing 209 yards into the wind. A couple of other very nice holes also.

Martin – Reviewed 8 Jul 2022

Excellent

The best golf course everything was brilliant

Alan – Reviewed 1 Jul 2022

8.0

Very Good

James – Reviewed 29 Jun 2022

Excellent

It’s a beautiful golf course. Too tough for 18+ handicaps, but a great walk/buggy. Very slow as some golfers walking it!!!!

Andrew – Reviewed 26 Jun 2022

6.0

Good

course very good (windy). transfer to course on time both mini buses arrived on time ,, different story for departing the golf .. one driver came at 815am and said other driver was on way ..we had to wait for over an hour for the same driver to return ...(not happy golfers ) we never got back till 9.30 pm !!

Darren – Reviewed 22 Jun 2022

Excellent

Brendan – Reviewed 19 Jun 2022

Excellent

Brendan – Reviewed 19 Jun 2022

Excellent

Cynthia – Reviewed 16 Jun 2022

Excellent

Cynthia – Reviewed 16 Jun 2022

8.0

Very Good

Carlton – Reviewed 15 Jun 2022

Excellent

Carlton – Reviewed 15 Jun 2022

6.0

Good

Sadly not normally one to complain but One thing I would say is the service was appalling in the club house everything was too much trouble couldn’t get served in the 45 minutes before our tee time love the golf courses but the attitude and service ruined the entire experience to be honest wasn’t much better when we finished did manage to get a beer after but our transfer was waiting for 20 minutes because we couldn’t get the bill shocking PS it wasn’t even busy… 1/10 club house

Steve – Reviewed 14 Jun 2022

Excellent

Rob – Reviewed 14 Jun 2022

Excellent

Rob – Reviewed 14 Jun 2022

Excellent

Fab end of tour golf course, great views. All courses should request ’Handicap Cert.’ Too many ‘Hackers’ with no idea how to play and etiquette!

Mark – Reviewed 30 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Good range of holes, some tight some with great views. Enjoyed the challenge even if we didn't quite rise to it.

Alistair – Reviewed 26 May 2022

Excellent

Michael – Reviewed 25 May 2022

Excellent

Final day on the Royal Course just cemented how fantastic this package was in general. A very different course set up than the ocean course but equally rewarding to play. Our group which consisted of 12 low and high handicap golfers could not find a negative for this experience. We finished the round and ate in the spikes bar and all felt so satisfied with the weekend experience. Great package, great facilities and looked after all day long. Huge thank you to yourgolftravel 👍

Chris – Reviewed 23 May 2022

Excellent

Fantastic golf course with such a variety of special holes to match. Greens were in fantastic condition especially with the amount of traffic of golfers that it accommodates. Buggy hire discount was a lovely surprise on arrival and without them the experience would’ve have been as special !! What a wonderful start to our Vale Do Lobo Resort.

Chris – Reviewed 23 May 2022

Excellent

Possibly one of the best back 9's I've played.

Paul – Reviewed 22 May 2022

Excellent

Paul – Reviewed 22 May 2022

Excellent

Great course, tremendous venue and some very interesting holes definitely one course il be playing again

Bradley – Reviewed 19 May 2022

Excellent

Great course exceptional staff

Bradley – Reviewed 19 May 2022

Excellent

James – Reviewed 18 May 2022

Excellent

James – Reviewed 18 May 2022

Excellent

Top class highly recommended

John – Reviewed 18 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Ken – Reviewed 18 May 2022

Excellent

Andrew – Reviewed 17 May 2022

Excellent

Andrew – Reviewed 17 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Charles – Reviewed 17 May 2022

Excellent

Charles – Reviewed 17 May 2022

Excellent

Toughest of the four we played, very tight off the tee, but stunning holes in between some amazing homes. So want to play again!!

Stuart – Reviewed 15 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Another great course, but got better on back 9

Stuart – Reviewed 15 May 2022

Excellent

Martin – Reviewed 12 May 2022

Excellent

Hadn't played this course for almost 20 years. Huge improvement in conditioning of course and facilities. We'll be back soon to play the Ocean course.

Iain – Reviewed 12 May 2022

Excellent

Great condition

Darren – Reviewed 12 May 2022

Excellent

Great condition

Darren – Reviewed 12 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Great course with so many nice holes. Holes 15 and 16 are idyllic. Played the course twice. First round was 4.5hrs but second round was over 5hrs, due to slow groups in front.

Stephen – Reviewed 12 May 2022

Excellent

Lovely course very friendly staff.

Richard – Reviewed 10 May 2022

Excellent

Once again one of our favourite courses

Paul – Reviewed 10 May 2022

Excellent

Stuart – Reviewed 10 May 2022

Excellent

This course and environment is simply another level. Absolutely excellent in all aspects and picturesque.

Darren – Reviewed 10 May 2022

Excellent

Probably average to hard but what a course! First time we played it and will definitely be playing it again

Keith – Reviewed 10 May 2022

Excellent

very nice course . must have buggy as long distant between holes

Julian – Reviewed 9 May 2022

Excellent

Dylan – Reviewed 9 May 2022

Excellent

Mark – Reviewed 8 May 2022

Excellent

Mark – Reviewed 8 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Worth it for the 16th alone! Great course. Clubhouse set up and location is perfect

Richard – Reviewed 4 May 2022

6.0

Good

Very slow round. Around five hours. Had to abandon after 17th as our taxi was waiting.

Kevin – Reviewed 3 May 2022

Excellent

Enjoyed it. Lovely course.

Kevin – Reviewed 3 May 2022

Excellent

Steve – Reviewed 3 May 2022

Excellent

Course was excellent, pace of play was good, condition was excellent, clubhouse and facilites excellent and all well organised.

Allister – Reviewed 28 Apr 2022

Excellent

John – Reviewed 26 Apr 2022

Excellent

The whole group enjoyed it. That’s why we keep returning!

John – Reviewed 26 Apr 2022

8.0

Very Good

Really good experience loved the course and great facilities

Robert – Reviewed 25 Apr 2022

8.0

Very Good

Excellent course & great facilities really enjoyed it

Robert – Reviewed 25 Apr 2022

Excellent

Always a pleasure to play these courses although unfortunately only the ocean course open at the moment

Brian – Reviewed 22 Apr 2022

Excellent

Fantastic course one of the best on the algarve....

Brian – Reviewed 16 Apr 2022

Excellent

Stunning golf course. It’s all about the par 3 16th but in truth the whole course was excellent. Found it to be better maintained than Dom Pedro. Lined by beautiful villas. Some amazing terrain changes. Wonderful.

Thomas – Reviewed 15 Apr 2022

Excellent

Really enjoyed playing it

Kevin – Reviewed 12 Apr 2022

Excellent

Great course with iconic par 3

Kevin – Reviewed 12 Apr 2022

Excellent

Great course. There are a few holes on the front 9 which aren't all that special.....but the views on the back 9 more than make up for it. Get a buggy, some long walks between tee boxes! This course is harder than the Royal Course IMO, but is still a great experience.

Michael – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

Excellent

Really top quality course. Just about doable on foot/trolley but I used a buggy for the full experience! Some fantastically beautiful and challenging holes. Still playable for short hitters.

Michael – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

6.0

Good

An enjoyable round of golf however some of greenside bunkers could do with sand in them

Daniel – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

Excellent

Course was in great condition in particular the greens

Daniel – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

8.0

Very Good

Daniel – Reviewed 6 Apr 2022

Excellent

Daniel – Reviewed 6 Apr 2022

Excellent

Great day

Anthony – Reviewed 6 Apr 2022

Excellent

Great day

Anthony – Reviewed 6 Apr 2022

Excellent

John – Reviewed 5 Apr 2022

Excellent

John – Reviewed 5 Apr 2022

Excellent

Same as review for the ocean course

Michael – Reviewed 3 Apr 2022

Excellent

The courses were excellent as always Quite difficult for us as we are mid to high handicap golfers but still very enjoyable

Michael – Reviewed 3 Apr 2022

8.0

Very Good

We played when thee was little wind. Back nine much prettier than front. Great facilities

Chris – Reviewed 21 Mar 2022

Excellent

Need a cart to get around the split course in time . Beautiful twilight round - sunset on the 16th ,beitifull

Richard – Reviewed 16 Mar 2022

Excellent

Philip – Reviewed 15 Mar 2022

Excellent

Philip – Reviewed 15 Mar 2022

Excellent

Again fantastic golf course, a bit harder then the royal, loved it just as much as royal

Douglas – Reviewed 15 Mar 2022

Excellent

Fantastic golf course, condition of the course is immaculate, 16th hole is very special.

Douglas – Reviewed 15 Mar 2022

Excellent

Always a very interesting tight course to play, especially when you almost birdie the par 3 200+yd 16th. The course was in great condition.

Gary – Reviewed 7 Mar 2022

8.0

Very Good

Great condition

Ewen – Reviewed 2 Mar 2022

Excellent

lovely holes and views to the sea on this course alwaya pleasure to play

Steve – Reviewed 1 Mar 2022

Excellent

Philip – Reviewed 1 Mar 2022

Excellent

Philip – Reviewed 1 Mar 2022

Excellent

Lovely course and great views. Was busy so play was slow. Wide fairways and the royal seemed a nicer course to play.

Ian – Reviewed 19 Feb 2022

Excellent

Again, a lovely course, we preferred this better to the oven course we played

Ian – Reviewed 19 Feb 2022

Excellent

Lovely course, would recomend

Simon – Reviewed 12 Feb 2022

Excellent

Excellent golf buggies we’re free

Daniel – Reviewed 20 Dec 2021

Excellent

Excellent days golf buggies we’re free so a bonus

Daniel – Reviewed 20 Dec 2021

Excellent

Reece – Reviewed 14 Dec 2021

Excellent

Reece – Reviewed 14 Dec 2021

Excellent

super course in great condition had it to ourselves

Bob – Reviewed 1 Dec 2021

Excellent

It rained but we persisted and were very glad we did, the rain delay meant we finished in the dark but great golf course

Bob – Reviewed 1 Dec 2021

Excellent

Robert – Reviewed 30 Nov 2021

6.0

Good

Robert – Reviewed 30 Nov 2021

Excellent

Excellent course very difficult

Brian – Reviewed 29 Nov 2021

Excellent

Some really nice holes

Martin – Reviewed 21 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Tight but fair

Martin – Reviewed 21 Nov 2021

4.0

Average

The staff at Vale Do Lobo golf reception were rude and unwelcoming. The tee boxes were in awful condition. Greens were ok - save for the stunning 16th I won’t be returning. This resort is miles apart from how great Quinta Do Lago is.

Ben – Reviewed 16 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Tough course with fantastic views Lot of up-hill shots Worth a visit

Mike – Reviewed 15 Nov 2021

Excellent

Best course we played Practice area not very good but good overall

Mike – Reviewed 15 Nov 2021

Excellent

Tee boxes were in poor condition and no reason tee markers were not moved. Greens poor due to lack of repair of pitch marks by players

Joseph – Reviewed 11 Nov 2021

6.0

Good

Tee boxes and greens were poor condition (greens due to lack of pitch repairing by players)

Joseph – Reviewed 11 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Ronald – Reviewed 9 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

The starter guys - would not let us play as two 3 balls and instead point blank insisted we play as a 4 and a 2 - and put a German couple with us to make up 2 x 4 balls - which was extremely annoying.

Chris – Reviewed 8 Nov 2021

Excellent

Amazing course, spectacular holes, greens poor. The staff doing the starter and buggy functions were completely obnoxious.

Chris – Reviewed 8 Nov 2021

6.0

Good

This course is way over played and frankly, over rated which was sad. It’s clear to me the whole operation is just a money making machine with little regard for the standard of players it allows on the course. Throughout we never saw a Course Marshall who could have helped move the players on ahead, but also comment on there behaviour - divots left, no raking in the bunkers and pitch makes on many holes ignored.

Nick – Reviewed 7 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

The course suited our standard of play, with an interesting variety of holes. We played quickly and we’re never held up.

Nick – Reviewed 7 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Paul – Reviewed 5 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Lovely courses at vale de Lobo. However, I am still trying to work out the new handicap system!!

Paul – Reviewed 5 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Fantastic views but course and greens a little tired

Adrian – Reviewed 29 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

No full size driving range nearby but the course was very scenic, challenging and in great condition.

Trevor – Reviewed 25 Oct 2021

Excellent

No full size driving range nearby but the course was very scenic, challenging and in great condition.

Trevor – Reviewed 25 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Graham – Reviewed 21 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Steve – Reviewed 21 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Steve – Reviewed 21 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Joseph – Reviewed 19 Oct 2021

6.0

Good

Joseph – Reviewed 19 Oct 2021

Excellent

One of my favourite courses. Greens were pretty soft and hence more spike marks

Roger – Reviewed 18 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

John – Reviewed 14 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Course slightly worn out. Playing signature par 3 16th wa fab.

Robert – Reviewed 14 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Only downside a lot of flys but it maybe the time of year

Tim – Reviewed 13 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Only downside a lot of flys but it maybe the time of year

Tim – Reviewed 13 Oct 2021

Excellent

Mel – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Mel – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

Excellent

Paul – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Mark – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Over Played. To busy

Paul – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

No issues whatsoever with this course and the facilities and quality of the whole setup is very impressive. ONE ISSUE was that our golf transfer transport to Val De Lobo from our hotel was overlooked by YourGolfTravel which meant that we needed to get taxi's to the course. This was poor.

Peter – Reviewed 11 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Martin – Reviewed 11 Oct 2021

6.0

Good

Course was extremely slow. 10-15min wait on each of the first 12 tee boxes. One of our four balls gave up and went in after 11 holes. Two groups in front of us joined up on 16th. Buggy paths are in poor condition and rogue grasses exist on and around the greens. Had to phone the refreshment buggy to come out. We played this course twice on our last trip two years ago and we’re so impressed we returned on this trip however we won’t be rushing back. It has gone down a lot. Management and a lack of maintenance is a real issue at this resort.

Brian – Reviewed 10 Oct 2021

Excellent

Great course, one of the best i have played.

Pete – Reviewed 10 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Greens could have been better. People should be told to repair pitch marks.

Pete – Reviewed 10 Oct 2021

Excellent

A wonderfull golfing experience.

Bradley – Reviewed 10 Oct 2021

Excellent

Jamie – Reviewed 3 Oct 2021

Excellent

Jamie – Reviewed 3 Oct 2021

Excellent

My favourite course in portugal

Mark – Reviewed 3 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Nice course with some spectacular holes

Robert – Reviewed 29 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

Martin – Reviewed 29 Sep 2021

Excellent

Probably my worst game I’ve played in years but definitely not blaming this jewel of a course thoroughly enjoyed by everyone in our group. A little more forgiving than the Royal which suited our guys.Would love to play again.

David – Reviewed 25 Sep 2021

Excellent

Fantastic course although playing far from my best ,not easy but fair. Fantastic facilities and views enjoyed by all

David – Reviewed 25 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

Incredible views on the back 9

George – Reviewed 13 Sep 2021

6.0

Good

George – Reviewed 13 Sep 2021

Excellent

Good service before and after the round. First time we had played the course, some cracking holes and overall feedback was very positive. Greens were smooth and rapid, the best of the four courses we played on the trip.

Norman – Reviewed 9 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

Stuck behind a mixed members competition so very slow indeed but the course was nice.

Simon – Reviewed 7 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

Nice track, no issues. Vale is a nice resort

Stuart – Reviewed 17 Aug 2021

Excellent

Played it twice, both times off the yellow ties. Good challenge, particularly around the water holes. Greens protected by bunkers so short game play is a premium. Good opportunity to score if you hit the fairways!.

Conor – Reviewed 13 Jul 2021

8.0

Very Good

Played it off the whites, and its very long!. Excellent challenge, particularly the back 9. Great experience to come up the 18 in front of the grandstand. Would certainly play again. Super clubhouse and staff, good menu for lunch. Pro shop also worth a visit.

Conor – Reviewed 13 Jul 2021

Excellent

Denis – Reviewed 4 Nov 2020

Excellent

Denis – Reviewed 4 Nov 2020

6.0

Good

George – Reviewed 10 Mar 2020

8.0

Very Good

It's an old fashioned design. But enjoyed it nonetheless. Fairways are kept way too long though.

Scott – Reviewed 9 Mar 2020

Excellent

Very attractive with some magnificent views - great course

David – Reviewed 9 Mar 2020

Excellent

Excellent will go again

David – Reviewed 9 Mar 2020

Excellent

Kevan – Reviewed 27 Feb 2020

Excellent

Very clean and well kept.

Kevan – Reviewed 27 Feb 2020

8.0

Very Good

Beautiful course kept in lovely condition, greens probably a bit better than the Ocean

Stuart – Reviewed 27 Feb 2020

8.0

Very Good

Very attractive course kept in lovely condition, greens had been maintained recently so weren't at their best but still very good

Stuart – Reviewed 27 Feb 2020

Excellent

Lee – Reviewed 15 Feb 2020

Excellent

Lee – Reviewed 15 Feb 2020

8.0

Very Good

Quite hilly, long walks green to tee, but worth it

Simon – Reviewed 14 Feb 2020

8.0

Very Good

Tadaharu – Reviewed 11 Feb 2020

Excellent

fabulous course , great venue

Adrian – Reviewed 7 Feb 2020

8.0

Very Good

Nick – Reviewed 3 Feb 2020

Excellent

Nick – Reviewed 3 Feb 2020

Excellent

Great course, in perfect condition. January deals include free buggy's which is perfect.

Richard – Reviewed 29 Jan 2020

Excellent

The marshals need to be more proactive in keeping play moving as they spoke to us after 9 holes to apologise for slow play from 4 groups of 4 in front but said they had asked them to speed up. Our back 9 took 3 hours!!!! The marshals clearly did nothing further to speed up play. Ridiculous!!!!

Geoff – Reviewed 28 Jan 2020

Excellent

Excellent buggies a bit expensive at 45 euro

Lee – Reviewed 18 Jan 2020

Excellent

Matt – Reviewed 13 Jan 2020

Excellent

Matt – Reviewed 13 Jan 2020

8.0

Very Good

Dieter – Reviewed 8 Dec 2019

Excellent

Best Course

Dieter – Reviewed 8 Dec 2019

Excellent

really nice course, even though you touch the Ocean only on a few holes - nevertheless a gorgeous course with some really nice views and in excellent condition!

Marc – Reviewed 19 Nov 2019

Excellent

wonderful course at excellent conditions - pretty tricky (#16 in particular), but definitely a recommendation. I had the chance to rent a GolfBoard on the course, and that was the next level of fun in golfing! ;)

Marc – Reviewed 19 Nov 2019

Excellent

Just perfect.

Miha – Reviewed 15 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Miha – Reviewed 15 Nov 2019

Excellent

By far the best course will definitely be playing this again. Only let down was your golf not including the transfers to and from course we had to pay for taxis will not be using your golf travel again.

Steven – Reviewed 13 Nov 2019

Excellent

Brilliant

Steve – Reviewed 8 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Steve – Reviewed 8 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Excellent - as for Ocean regarding grainy grass and soft sand in bunkers, a little easier that Ocean with more 'valley, fairways which feed the ball back down.

Geoff – Reviewed 4 Nov 2019

Excellent

Fabulous course. Punishes bad shots, which makes it hard at times, and it was tricky getting used to the grainy grass and deep soft sand in the bunkers, but that it more my lack of skill than a fault with the course.

Geoff – Reviewed 4 Nov 2019

Excellent

Very enjoyable

Roger – Reviewed 18 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Christine – Reviewed 18 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

The ocean course was not in as good condition as last year, the greens were poor and it is very much the poor relation of the ocean course even with the signature 16th hole.

Mark – Reviewed 14 Oct 2019

Excellent

The ocean course was in superb condition

Mark – Reviewed 14 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Always a good experience. We had an afternoon tee time so Course was not too busy.

Andrew – Reviewed 9 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Condition not as good a Quinta courses

Charles – Reviewed 8 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great course to finish our week, will be back to play this course again along with the Ocean course.

Rene – Reviewed 7 Oct 2019

Excellent

Superb from start to finish. The staff in reception and Spikes Bar were 1st class - and the course (and scenery) was amazing. Definatatley return.

Phil – Reviewed 7 Oct 2019

Excellent

Just as majestic as the Ocean course. Some tricky water holes and the signature hole par 3 16th will keep you coming back.

Russell – Reviewed 6 Oct 2019

Excellent

A fantastic course with magnificent views. Some really tricky water holes. Do your homework before teeing off if it is for the first time.

Russell – Reviewed 6 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Robert – Reviewed 4 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Average to hard but no option to rate Very well watered to a point where it was boggy fairways and little run

Robert – Reviewed 4 Oct 2019

Excellent

Alan – Reviewed 1 Oct 2019

Excellent

Alan – Reviewed 1 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

In slightly better condition than the Ocean and a bit tighter in general. Some very nice holes.

Imran – Reviewed 30 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

Nice course that would present a challenge to most golfers. A few very nice holes

Imran – Reviewed 30 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

Like the Ocean course I feel for September the course is over watered, leaving many areas boggy. First cut of rough can be a lottery to get out of if the Ball is sitting down in the wet grass.

Kevin – Reviewed 23 Sep 2019

6.0

Good

Lovely course, but massively over watered. To many boggy spongy areas. Greens receptive and true.

Kevin – Reviewed 23 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

Good course

Paul – Reviewed 16 Sep 2019

2.0

Poor

John – Reviewed 14 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

Godfrey – Reviewed 10 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

Generally courses were good. Greens on the first 3 courses were somewhat slow.

Godfrey – Reviewed 10 Sep 2019

Excellent

Simply stunning

Ian – Reviewed 9 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

Vivek – Reviewed 22 Jul 2019

6.0

Good

Vivek – Reviewed 22 Jul 2019

Excellent

Martin – Reviewed 17 Jul 2019

Excellent

A course we have played regularly, great setting, lovely clubhouse, staff nice and helpful. Great test of golf gets better as you head towards the coast. Condition of course was excellent, greens were great.

Ryan – Reviewed 9 Jul 2019

Excellent

Excellent course

Pauline – Reviewed 28 Jun 2019

Excellent

Pauline – Reviewed 28 Jun 2019

6.0

Good

Again course not in great shape, prefer the royal.

Craig – Reviewed 27 Jun 2019

8.0

Very Good

Murdo – Reviewed 15 Jun 2019

8.0

Very Good

Murdo – Reviewed 15 Jun 2019

Excellent

Stunning course, from 1st tee to 18th green. Lots of memorable holes and stunning views.

John – Reviewed 11 Jun 2019

Excellent

Wonderful course in all ways. Fast greens and unforgiving trees! We were paired with a couple from Scotland and it turned out the lady, Stella, had worked with my Sister in Glasgow. Small world!!

Alan – Reviewed 5 Jun 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great course.

Philip – Reviewed 30 May 2019

Excellent

Great course. Very picturesque.

Philip – Reviewed 30 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great day made even more difficult by very strong cross winds.

Gary – Reviewed 28 May 2019

Excellent

Great day apart from the wind

Gary – Reviewed 28 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Average but still quite challenging

Daniel – Reviewed 27 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Average but still quite challenging

Daniel – Reviewed 27 May 2019

Excellent

excellent course and clubhouse staff very helpfull

Dave – Reviewed 23 May 2019

Excellent

excellent course andclubrooms very helpfull staff

Dave – Reviewed 23 May 2019

Excellent

Aaron – Reviewed 19 May 2019

Excellent

Aaron – Reviewed 19 May 2019

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 18 May 2019

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 18 May 2019

Excellent

Great course, stunning views slick greens

John – Reviewed 18 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

As above

Andrew – Reviewed 16 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Overall very good, a bit slow when behind golfers without buggies.

Andrew – Reviewed 16 May 2019

Excellent

The set up from the minute you arrive is breathtaking, staff, shop, club house and surroundings you have entered a five star environment! The course has a grandstand finish with the back nine providing elevated tees with views over the Atlantic with the picture hole running alongside the beach - that is one large bunker!!

Adrian – Reviewed 15 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Course marshal did not do his job, very slow play. On course drinks buggy was poor service. Course in very good condition, buggies very expensive and need Sat Nav at this price

Jim – Reviewed 15 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Course in good condition, greens very good. Course marshal not doing his job with very slow players being allowed to hold up the course !!

Jim – Reviewed 15 May 2019

Excellent

Thought it couldn't get better after the last 2 days, but it did playing this course which was perfect. Fairways great. greens great and true, a little fast for the high handicappers and the back 9 holes were a true pleasure. My personal favourite out of the 3 but overall and fantastic 3 days of Golf playing 3 great courses, and it always my Golf Society mentality to play the best when we travel afar, and Your Golf travel did not disappoint at all with these 3 courses. Thank you.

Kenneth – Reviewed 15 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Loved this course and had a good day plating it. Lots of different holes which kept your concentration to its highest level. Fairways great, greens good and true. A great day was had by all 22 players.

Kenneth – Reviewed 15 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Excellent condition with a good build up to the signature 16th hole

Paul – Reviewed 13 May 2019

Excellent

Hizmy – Reviewed 12 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Ocean Course better

Terry – Reviewed 9 May 2019

Excellent

Great Course

Terry – Reviewed 9 May 2019

Excellent

Beautiful course but too hard for a couple of or ladies but it has to be played just once

Margaret – Reviewed 8 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Dean – Reviewed 8 May 2019

Excellent

Superb golf course, stunning views.

Dwyer – Reviewed 7 May 2019

Excellent

Love both vale do lobo courses but prefer the Royal The ocean has some very challenging uphill holes We had buggies and I recommend this as I would not want to walk this course

Adrian – Reviewed 5 May 2019

Excellent

A must play & the 16th is fantastic

Stephen – Reviewed 5 May 2019

Excellent

A must play when you go to the algarve

Stephen – Reviewed 5 May 2019

6.0

Good

Very hilly and not very well laid out. Lots of walks between tees and felt very disjointed lay out. Probably the least enjoyable course I have played in the algarve

Ben – Reviewed 29 Apr 2019

Excellent

Found everything similar to the Ocean course & yes well worth going for the pics on the 16th Overall a fantastic experience for me & my family Thank you all

Michael – Reviewed 17 Apr 2019

Excellent

Fantastic experience, course in great condition, my son & l tee’d off first thing so it was very quiet, some wonderful views & breathtaking holes also got round in less than 4 hours Unusually!! managed to keep the balls predominantly on the fairways consequently for a couple of 20 handicappers we found the course very fair

Michael – Reviewed 17 Apr 2019

Excellent

The same as the review for the Royal

Michael – Reviewed 9 Apr 2019

Excellent

My group really enjoy playing this course fairways were in excellent condition the greens were very tricky but different from the greens on our course so tested our putting skills

Michael – Reviewed 9 Apr 2019

Excellent

Fabulous golf course in great condition. There are photo opportunities on almost every hole. There seems to be more demand for the Royal Course but for me they are both fantastic.

Peter – Reviewed 8 Apr 2019

Excellent

Fabulous setting and the condition of the course was excellent. Thanks to YGT I had a buggy included in my rates and this I found invaluable. I loved the Ocean Course, it provided a great challenge, it has the most fantastic views and was less busy than the Royal Course. I'll be back.

Peter – Reviewed 8 Apr 2019

Excellent

Every tee time is taken with 4 balls, round was as expected 4.5 hours. We all loved the course, greens have plenty of undulations, everything was in great condition. We had buggies otherwise there are some fairly long walks between holes. Driving range only for chipping 150 yards long.

Neil – Reviewed 2 Apr 2019

Excellent

Neil – Reviewed 2 Apr 2019

Excellent

We did walk off one day after the 13th hole because of slow play. Very interesting to discover that the original 6 - 9th holes on the original course were now the 15 - 18 holes on this course. We cubit decide which course we liked the best and we played with some very interesting people. All in all we enjoyed both our golf and our stay in Vale do Lobo. We might return.

Ann – Reviewed 1 Apr 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great to be back here after 20 years. The course had changed somewhat. Some holes were difficult for an OAP lady but nevertheless challenging and enjoyable.

Ann – Reviewed 1 Apr 2019

Excellent

Great course, would play again. A********. by far the best course we played.

Carl – Reviewed 1 Apr 2019

Excellent

Great course, would play again. A*****

Carl – Reviewed 1 Apr 2019

8.0

Very Good

Personal opinion I prefer the Ocean to the Royal although the 16th is a must play hole. on the day the pin positions were ridiculous for a casual round of golf.

Neil – Reviewed 26 Mar 2019

Excellent

The course is in superb condition and the holes on the back nine are a pleasure to play, greens are tough and very quick, depending on pin placement you can 3 or 4 putt quite easily.

Neil – Reviewed 26 Mar 2019

Excellent

Our preference of the two Vale do Lobo courses, as it is a bit more open than the Royal. Some great holes down by the sea, and an excellent 18th to finish!

Brian – Reviewed 24 Mar 2019

Excellent

Excellent course, in great condition. Some long walks between holes, so recommend a buggy.

Brian – Reviewed 24 Mar 2019

Excellent

Exactly the same comment from Royal Course experience. Slightly different course in that it is a bit tighter. Greens maybe slightly faster than Royal. A couple of devilish holes that I failed to master, which meant I favoured the Royal, just. Again managed 3 rounds including 36 on last day. Will definitely want to go back and try again sometime.

Martin – Reviewed 23 Mar 2019

Excellent

Like the hotel, service was exemplary. The guys on doing the buggies and clubs were so helpful. Made sure we had everything we needed. Clubs were free for us and were Taylor Made M4's as main choice, shortly being upgraded to M6's. Loved the course, so many different holes especially Par 3 16th. Would love to say I played it well, but I didn't. Hey ho, always next time. Greens were devilishly fast with loads of borrows. Score would have been great if I could have read them better. Couldn't fault the course at all, and managed 3 rounds and a couple of front 9's with unlimited golf on offer.

Martin – Reviewed 23 Mar 2019

Excellent

The Royal course lived up to everything i expected and hoped for. Pristine fairways, mirror like greens, challenging pin positions and well... the 16th hole is something from a golfers dream. We had the joy of playing this using our unlimited golf 4 time in two days and managed to play the 16th as the sun set which was breathtaking. We also found the course less congested and often wouldn't see other players for a few holes. If playing the twilight rounds remember to take bug spray as they are rife in the evening on the watery holes. Would fully recommend the two courses and yourgolftravel.com for sorting an amazing trip from start to finish.

Matt – Reviewed 20 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

The ocean course was fantastic for the time of year with near perfect fairways and greens. There were a few patchy areas on the fairways but I am sure in a few months these will be spot on. The ocean holes are beautiful and very challenging. We played this course twice over the three days and would certainly play it again. My only negative is you felt that you were constantly rushing as it was quite busy. I lost a lot of balls as I felt I didn't have time to look for them. Apart from this everything else is positive, on course refreshments, you can phone a number on your scorecard and they will bring you drinks and food. Note: Practice your putting as I have never know greens as fast as these and as challenging which made the golf even more enjoyable especially those special moments when you drain a 30ft put.

Matt – Reviewed 20 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

Good course. Good food in clubhouse. 45euro dear for a buggy.

Arthur – Reviewed 14 Mar 2019

Excellent

Same as Ocean course regarding views until you get to 16th then it goes to next level of brilliant with the par 3 on cliff face best hole ive ever played. Again course was emaculate cant wait to go back and play both again.

Kevin – Reviewed 13 Mar 2019

Excellent

Very enjoyable round views were brilliant and villas framed the course perfectly was better than we imagined pictures dont do the course justice definitely advice to play it.

Kevin – Reviewed 13 Mar 2019

Excellent

All I can say is wow, the best and most difficult course I’ve played. Every hole is stunning and challenging in different ways. The signature 16th par 3 on the cliff edge is the best hole I’ve ever played. Can’t wait to play it again

Chris – Reviewed 12 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

First 4 holes are average but then once you get in to the villas and head towards the coast the course is stunning but very difficult would love to play it again

Chris – Reviewed 12 Mar 2019

Excellent

This was our third course and we kept the best to last beautiful setting excellent course just wish my golf could have done it justice will play this course again and again every time I come back to Portugal

David – Reviewed 12 Mar 2019

Excellent

Superb challenging course would return and play again pace of greens was quite fast for this time of year everything about this place was first class

David – Reviewed 12 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

Beautiful course, not as technical as the Royal but stunning ocean scenery especially on the second nine. Again very playable for us mid handicappers.

Dave – Reviewed 11 Mar 2019

Excellent

Great course in excellent condition, played it 3 times. Some lovely challenging holes but very well playable for 10 and18 handicappers. Off the yellow tees it is not very long. Overall top class course.

Dave – Reviewed 11 Mar 2019

Excellent

My 11 year old Great grandson loved this course very much. It was a long course for him but he coped with it very well. Although challenging, his game held together very well. The 16th hole is very exciting & although not hitting the green he did reasonable. He played this course twice Tuesday PM & Wednesday late morning

Howard – Reviewed 8 Mar 2019

Excellent

My Great grandson aged 11 loved the course. He had not played on a course as long as this before so he found it a challenge but he had me to caddy for him. At the end we came off both really delighted with the round. He played this course Monday AM & Tuesday AM

Howard – Reviewed 8 Mar 2019

Excellent

This course is magnificent with wonderful views. not surprising that the Ryder Cup is here in 2022 would have liked to have played better but the experience more than compensated.

Paul – Reviewed 5 Mar 2019

Excellent

Excellent.

Chris – Reviewed 5 Mar 2019

Excellent

Excellent experience

Chris – Reviewed 5 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

In my view even harder than the Royal course with very demanding fast greens. Also has fantastic views over the ocean.

Ray – Reviewed 4 Mar 2019

Excellent

Beautifully manicured course in fantastic condition. Greens very fast with lots of hidden slopes. Some of the best views in golf including the magical 16th over the ocean.

Ray – Reviewed 4 Mar 2019

Excellent

My absolute favourite with the iconic 16th making it special every time

Martin – Reviewed 4 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

Neil – Reviewed 14 Feb 2019

8.0

Very Good

90% of holes are fantastic, some have lacked either imagination or space.

Neil – Reviewed 14 Feb 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great round and top quality . Spoilt only by a large group commanding all facilities including the practice facilities

Lee – Reviewed 13 Feb 2019

8.0

Very Good

Very quick service ,no delays ,clear instructions

Lee – Reviewed 13 Feb 2019

Excellent

Preferred this course to the Ocean the greens were not so fast and the 16th (signature hole) was extra special

Eddie – Reviewed 10 Feb 2019

8.0

Very Good

Tee to green was tricky in places with bunkers in prime positions on the fairways and around the greens. Water to cross and when you eventually landed on the green the greens were quick. out of the two courses I preferred the Royal course.

Eddie – Reviewed 10 Feb 2019

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 28 Nov 2018

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 28 Nov 2018

Excellent

Great condition would play again

Kenneth – Reviewed 20 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Dagmar – Reviewed 13 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Dagmar – Reviewed 13 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Miha – Reviewed 13 Nov 2018

Excellent

Miha – Reviewed 13 Nov 2018

Excellent

Gareth – Reviewed 11 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Same comments as for the Royal course

Charles – Reviewed 10 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Greens spoiled by other players not having repaired their pitch marks. Otherwise they were fast and true. The difficulty was average as there was no rough to speak of, consequently only lost balls to OOB and water hazards

Charles – Reviewed 10 Nov 2018

Excellent

An excellent course with some interesting par 3's and generally in good condition

David – Reviewed 6 Nov 2018

8.0

Very Good

Very picturesque course. Our favourite

Murray – Reviewed 28 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

The course is great. The hilly sections make you puff a bit when pulling a trolley. The Starter was very helpful in allowing us to go out as a two ball. We played it twice and the en second time it was very slow

Murray – Reviewed 28 Oct 2018

Excellent

i love it near ocean , superb views physicaly not easy

Gerard – Reviewed 26 Oct 2018

Excellent

Loved this coarse, a little more friendly than the Royal but still very challenging for the higher handicaps,all the usual things that Portugal brings in abundance and some.

Rick – Reviewed 20 Oct 2018

Excellent

Lovely shame we had quite severe rain ☔️ on the day but the coarse held up very well and the greens remained quick.

Rick – Reviewed 20 Oct 2018

Excellent

High winds and a monsoon arrived so only could play 4 holes.

Rob – Reviewed 18 Oct 2018

Excellent

very well organised so play flowed

Rob – Reviewed 18 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

A wonderful course with some very attractive holes, the 16th is an absolutely iconic stunning hole. Clubhouse and staff were excellent and facilities very good.

Kieran – Reviewed 16 Oct 2018

Excellent

enjoyed our round, would play the course again

Tony – Reviewed 15 Oct 2018

Excellent

Love this course a few water hazards makes you think about your next shot. Some generous fairways let’s you open your shoulders but go wayward and you are blocked out. Greens very true and fast.

Aurelio – Reviewed 13 Oct 2018

Excellent

Lovely course

Charles – Reviewed 13 Oct 2018

Excellent

Great course lovely views

Charles – Reviewed 13 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

We liked this course the best.

Tessa – Reviewed 8 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

James – Reviewed 3 Oct 2018

6.0

Good

Johnny – Reviewed 2 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

Johnny – Reviewed 2 Oct 2018

6.0

Good

Ludvik – Reviewed 2 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

Great day out. Unless you're super-fit, take a board or buggy-there are some sponsored walks between green and tees! Beautiful course, beautifully presented. Lovedit.

Anne – Reviewed 30 Sep 2018

Excellent

All good-my golf wasn't the course's fault! Scenic and well maintained course, fabulous views from many tees, some delightful holes.

Anne – Reviewed 30 Sep 2018

Excellent

Great coarse quality venue had a great time

John – Reviewed 25 Sep 2018

Excellent

Came 1st in our party good for me

John – Reviewed 25 Sep 2018

8.0

Very Good

Gordon – Reviewed 19 Sep 2018

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