Penha Longa Resort Golf Holidays – An Algarve Escape In Portugal
Penha Longa Resort sits within a 545 acre national park on the southern Sintra mountains, offering a luxurious retreat for golfers and their companions. The resort combines an elegant hotel with historic palace buildings, world class dining, championship golf and a spa that delivers real relaxation. Its setting, among forested hills and dramatic ridges, delivers fresh air, panoramic views and a sense of escape while still being only a short drive from Lisbon and the coastal towns of Cascais and Estoril.
Location, Travel & Nearby Attractions
Located about 16 miles from downtown Lisbon, in the Algarve, Penha Longa Resort is roughly a thirty minute drive from the capital and a ten minute drive from the beaches of Estoril and Cascais. The resort has quick access to both culture and the coastline so you can mix rounds with coastal walks, museum visits or a day exploring Sintra’s palaces. Free private parking is available and the resort makes a convenient base whether you arrive by car or private transfer from Lisbon Airport.
Golf Courses & Facilities
Penha Longa Resort’s 27 holes are ranked among the top courses in Europe and were designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. The layout is divided into two circuits, Atlantic Championship and The Monastery Course, each offering distinct challenges and views. Bold drives testing approaches and subtly contoured greens provide variety across the hills and historic ruins. The course has hosted the Portuguese Open and provides championship standard conditioning for visiting golfers. Practice facilities and club services are available and the resort atmosphere beats a stand alone course when it comes to post round comfort.
The routing weaves through historic ruins and stands of ancient pine delivering memorable holes where strategy often matters more than length. Seasonal maintenance keeps fairways and greens in tournament condition and the resort supports group clinics, competitions and bespoke event planning so visiting parties can enjoy organised play, social gatherings and specialist tuition tailored to mixed ability groups and flexible booking windows available.
Accommodation Options & Room Types
The accommodation at Penha Longa Resort has contemporary comfort and historical character. Rooms and suites feature elegant furnishings, soft palettes and balconies or terrace space that can frame garden or mountain views. Options range from comfortable guest rooms to larger suites that suit couples, groups or families, seeking extra space:
- Deluxe Rooms
- Range Of Luxury Suites
- Apartments
Many rooms showcase panoramic vistas of the park and some offer direct access to the resort grounds. Expect in room amenities that support your golf break such as comfortable workspaces, tea and coffee facilities, climate control and attentive housekeeping.
Resort Amenities
Dining is a highlight with seven restaurants that explore regional Portuguese flavours, alongside international cuisines. Whether you prefer a relaxed grill, an elegant tasting menu or light bites after golf, there will be a choice to suit:
- LAB by Sergi Arola (Michelin star)
- Arola (Tapas)
- Spices (Asian)
- B Lounge (Portugese)
- Penha Longa Mercatto (Italian)
- Midori (Japanese)
- Aqua (Mediterranean)
The spa and wellness centre is a lavish space for recovery where personalised treatments and relaxation suites help soothe tired muscles. For active guests, the resort houses tennis, cycling and guided walks through the park, plus a well-equipped fitness centre. Historic walks and on site leisure options mean non golfers have plenty to enjoy while players are out on a course.
Why Choose The Penha Longa Resort?
Choose Penha Longa Resort when you want a golf holiday that feels like a full luxury escape. The combination of championship golf, scenic mountain terrain and top tier dining creates a break for serious golfers and leisure travellers alike. Its proximity to Lisbon and Cascais makes it straightforward to combine city culture with coastal relaxation. The resort’s history and setting among Sintra’s wooded hills, gives an atmosphere that few modern resorts in Portugal can match.
Booking Tips & Details
To make the most of a stay at Penha Longa Resort plan tee times in advance during peak months and consider staying multiple nights to play all of the 27 holes. Get in touch with our team to customise your package today. This can include arranged tee times, transfers, equipment hire and any special dining requests, creating a relaxing holiday experience.