Ranked in the top five courses in Europe. We rate it as the best matchplay course we feature, with it’s own Amen Corner at 6, 7 and 8. For guests of Le Meridien Dona Filipa and Penina Hotels only.

Host to the 2001 Algarve Open, the king of Algarve courses, undulating through pines, brilliant design and in excellent condition.

Queen of The Algarve courses, supposedly inferior to Quinta but similar in design and condition to make it a joy to play

Super course combining the best of the old Vale do Lobo (including the cliff top par 3) and a newer nine characterised by pine, water and large waste bunkers.

The old green and orange nine, incorporating the ocean front holes. Winds through umbrella pines and rather lavish villas.

Not the longest of courses but a tree lined first nine and a second nine by the sea which has a links feel to it make it a very interesting test of golf.

One of the premier courses on the coast, now 27 holes. Pine lined fairways and strategic water hazards dominate a tough course.

The premier course in Vilamoura, cut through pine so quite tight, but since trees were thinned out it’s a lot easier to play.

Took a while to settle down but now looking like an excellent course, with a combination of holes cut through a pine forest and some more open ones.

Underwent an extensive maintainence programme last year, so now back to its best, a good course dominated by pines and mature development.

Florida style course, open in parts with many water hazards, has improved dramatically over the last couple of years.

Dramatic setting on top of the cliffs, and adjacent to the Sheraton Algarve. Possibly the best 9 hole course in Europe.

Flat with bags of water. Keep it straight and you will score well on the perfect greens. Spray it around and you will be back to the clubhouse after 9 for more balls!

A great course, well designed with pine and water the main hazards, however the hilly terrain can also lead to some tough hanging lies. Buggy recommended.

Similar to Pinta but ingeniously combines 18 tee boxes with 9 double greens, well kept, and due to revert to a normal 18 holes in spring 2002.

Designed by the great Henry Cotton. An underated course with the longest par five in Europe, well worth playing if you are staying at the Western Algarve.

Regarded by the pro’s, as the best test of golf on The Algarve, hosted the Portuguese Open in 1998, 1999 & 2000. Long but flat the course is a pleasure to play for players of all abilities.

An enjoyable course, combining links and parkland golf, breathtaking views and almond orchards. A very enjoyable round of golf.

Hilly and some say a bit gimmicky. But if you enjoy target golf, you’ll love this. Well maintained with spectacular views.

Already rated 22 in Europe this magnificent new layout is set to be a big favourite in years to come and it's only a matter of time before a big championship is held here. A stunning situation, it has expansive views of the coast and the inland hills of the Sierra do Caldeirao.

Located on the Spanish Algarve this 36 hole development was openend in 2002 and the Quinta de Cima course is already rated 22 in Europe. In superb condition these two championship courses are sure to become great favourites in years to come.