Balaia Golf Village
Albufeira
The four-star Balaia Golf Village is set on the Algarve just 30 minutes from Faro and offers guests a relaxing retreat away from the hustle and bustle of Albufeira, but close enough to pop in for some nightlife if you fancy it. With rooms and apartments available that accommodate up to ten people, Balaia Golf Village welcomes golfing groups all year round. Everyone is sure to enjoy the picturesque surroundings and ample activities at this pretty resort. Balaia Golf Village offers fully-equipped, self-catering apartments and each feature a kitchen for home cooking. Should you fancy eating out, the resort is home to two restaurants and a poolside snack bar. Albufeira is just 4km away and provides endless opportunities for dining, whatever your tastes. Balaia Golf Village has the feel of a tropical paradise with landscaped gardens dotted throughout with pine trees and swimming pools. The hotel’s main feature is its impressive 9-hole golf course, deemed one of the best in the Algarve. Beautifully landscaped, the course offers excellent opportunities for all types of players, and lessons are even available for beginners. If golf isn’t your thing, get active in one of six outdoor or indoor swimming pools or on one of the four tennis courts. There is even a fully equipped fitness centre for those who fancy a workout. If you’d rather relax, the Balaia Golf Village health spa will take care of you with a muscle melting massage or detoxifying soak in the Turkish bath or Jacuzzi. Head to Albufeira for its beautiful beach, voted one of the finest in Europe, and stunning scenery - think cobbled streets, traditional whitewashed houses and charming shops and restaurants. The town may be picturesque but it definitely knows how to party, so be sure to check out some of Albufeira’s lively bars and clubs. Balaia Golf Village Albufeira is perfect for a combination of relaxation and exploration in this stunning part of Portugal. So what are you waiting for?!
Faro Airport
36km
England’s best golf tour operator 2026 winner
Time Zone:
GMT+0
Currency:
€ (Euro)
Temperature:
8°C - 32°C
Cost of a Beer:
£5
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£40
Hashtag Guide
About The Area
Vila Nova de Cacela is a brilliant Eastern Algarve base for a golf holiday, especially for golfers who want quieter surroundings than Vilamoura or Albufeira, but still want excellent courses, beaches and sunshine. It sits close to Cacela Velha, the Ria Formosa and the Spanish border, giving the area a more peaceful, authentic feel than the busier central Algarve.
The big golf draw is Quinta da Ria, set within the Ria Formosa Natural Park. The course is an 18-hole, par-72 layout with Atlantic Ocean and Cacela Velha Beach views, plus strategically placed bunkers and water hazards. Next door, Quinta de Cima adds a more demanding championship-style test, also an 18-hole layout set among lakes, streams, trees and open Algarve landscapes.
Away from golf, this part of the Algarve is made for slower, scenic exploring. Golfers can visit Praia de Cacela Velha, the fortress, the church and viewpoints around Cacela Velha, while nearby Tavira offers historic streets, riverside restaurants, boat trips and access to Ria Formosa islands. The area is also good for cycling, birdwatching, seafood, beach days and day trips to Vila Real de Santo António or across to Spain.
For Hashtag Golf Travel customers, Vila Nova de Cacela works best as a quieter Algarve golf holiday, a winter-sun escape, or a relaxed coastal golf break with strong courses and excellent off-course scenery.
