Penha Longa Resort
Sintra
Penha Longa Resort is located within the Sintra National Park and is a breathtakingly beautiful location which encompasses a luxurious hotel, a nineteenth century palace, 27 spectacular golf holes set within historic ruins and a stunning Spa and Wellness centre. Once the retreat for the Portuguese Royal Family, Penha Longa is just 30 minutes’ drive from Lisbon and a ten-minute drive from the beaches of Estoril and Cascais. This five-star hotel has 194 luxurious rooms and suites, each with elegant decor, large bathrooms and balconies with stunning views of the golf course or the mountains. The hotel’s extensive facilities include six varied restaurants and bars, a superb spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools; tennis, squash courts and the highly ranked 27-hole golf course designed by the famed Robert Trent Jones Jr, former host to the Portuguese Open. The golf course has 27 holes. The Monastery course is a gentle nine-hole layout. The Atlantic course is ranked in the top 30 Courses in Continental Europe. The course requires bold drives, courageous approaches and skilful putting. It is both a strategic test and a soothing journey through one of Portugal's most inspiring landscapes. Exciting at every turn, this championship challenge is sure to provide a memorable round of golf.
Lisbon Airport
31km
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Time Zone:
GMT+0
Currency:
€ (Euro)
Temperature:
5°C - 35°C
Cost of a Beer:
£4
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£30
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About The Area
Estoril is a brilliant choice for golfers who want a Portugal golf holiday with classic coastal glamour, easy Lisbon access and excellent courses close by. Set on the Lisbon Coast between the capital and Cascais, it combines beach time, restaurants, casino evenings, seafront walks and a polished resort feel, making it ideal for couples, groups and short golf breaks.
The main golfing highlight is Estoril Golf Club, one of Portugal’s oldest and most emblematic clubs. The Estoril Championship Course began in 1929 and was redesigned in 1936 by Mackenzie Ross. It is just 25 minutes from Lisbon and only a few minutes from hotels, restaurants, the casino and Estoril beach, which makes it wonderfully convenient for a golf holiday. The 18-hole, par-69 course measures around 5,200 metres and places more emphasis on accuracy and tactics than sheer power.
Estoril also works well for golfers who want more variety. Penha Longa, Quinta da Marinha and Oitavos Dunes are all within easy reach around Cascais and Sintra, giving you access to parkland, resort and Atlantic-influenced golf within one trip.
Away from the fairways, the wider Cascais area adds beaches, seafood, museums, parks, gardens and year-round events, while Lisbon is close enough for sightseeing, rooftop bars, Fado nights and historic neighbourhoods.
For UK golfers, Estoril is ideal for a tailor-made Portugal golf break, whether you want a relaxed Lisbon Coast escape or a multi-course itinerary. Hashtag Golf Travel can help plan the right hotels, tee times, transfers and extras.
