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Palmares Golf Course
Palmares golf course, redesigned by Robert Trent Jones Jnr, is one the most spectacular golf courses in the Algarve, with views to die for, over the bay of Meia Praia, in Lagos! A player will find a mixture of Parkland and Links all designed to require greater skill to any class of player. The greens on Palmares golf course are large and very sloping and players have to face a few blind shots to them. Some people consider Palmares golf course to be designed for buggies, not for golfers who like to walk the golf course and appreciate it, but please take the time to appreciate the colourful local flora on your way and don't loose concentration for the critical shots.
Palmares Golf Course Latest News
Portuguese golfer Tomás Bessa wins the 3rd edition of the Palmares Open
Tomás Bessa dominated the whole competition and won the 3rd edition of the Palmares Open, in Lagos, Algarve. The second-best Portuguese in the world ranking won his second title of the PT Tour season at the 3rd Palmares Open.
This was his second victory on the PT Tour in the 2022–2023 season. Having won the second Palmares Open back in November, he currently tops the standings of Portugal's only international professional circuit.
The Portuguese golfer shot a combined 204 (66+66+72) to finish 12 strokes under par at Palmares. Tomás Bessa had one less 'shot' than the Englishman George Bloor (67+69+69). Bessa brought in 2,000 euros, whereas Bloor managed to collect 1,300.
In a competition of 74 participants, brothers Ricardo and Hugo Santos not only placed in the top 10 but also finished in a tie for 8th place (-4). Tomás Bessa jumped out to an early lead with an opening round score of 66 (-6). He doubled down in round 2, finishing with a score of 132 (-12) and two "shots" in hand over Olly Huggins (69+65) heading into the final day.
In the final round, which was played in bad weather, he shot 72 and ended up with a total of 204 (-12). Third place was shared by Olly Huggins and Jonathan Thomson (68+69+69) with scores of 206 (-10).
"This last round proved to be exceptionally challenging. I got off to a bad start, shooting 4 over par through the first five holes, but I'm pleased with how I battled back", Tomás Bessa said.
"The wind was so fierce that the ball seemed to travel around the greens on its own, but I kept patient and eventually made several excellent shots. Fortunately, on hole 18, I made a birdie after executing a significant chip", he added.
The third Palmares Open kicked off the third "Swing" of the PT Tour. Following that, from the 20th through the 22nd of January, the 4th Palmares Open will be held, likewise with a prize pool of 10,000 euros.
The magnificent Palmares golf course is part of the Palmares Resort, a stunning 5-star resort located right next to the beach.
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Reception: Everyday from 7:00am to 8:00pm
Golf Clubs: Callaway
Club House: With Restaurant and Snack bar
With driving range
With an Academy
Trolleys: Manual and Electric
With locker room
Pro Shop: Everyday from 7:45am to 8:00pm
Golf Lessons: Resident professionals
With putting green
Juniors: Up to 17 years oldPalmares Golf Course - latest comments and reviews
Phil Kennis
2025-04-03
Great course. Would love to play Lagos nine instead of Priai next time
News - Golf in Portugal - Palmares golf course
2021-07-18
The first of two days of Regional Qualifications in the Algarve has already been played at the stunning Palmares Ocean Living & Golf. The Vinicom team won with 85 points, with cards of 43 from Viriato Teixeira/Rui Mendes and 42 from Rafael Teixeira and António Barreiros. Also qualified for the Algarve Semi-Final were Hole in One Pub/Flinstones (84), Vista Alegre (83), Moneris Lx (83) and Delta Cafés (82).
Lunch and the prize-giving ceremony took place at the magnificent Hotel Algarve Casino da Solverde Casinos & Hotels in Praia da Rocha.
Marc Dellow
2025-04-02
Very good course and well organised by Jim.
Mr Herbert Keil
2025-03-29
Fantastic Course in a perfekt shape
Doris
2025-03-26
A very beautiful course, fun to play. Interesting holes partly by the sea in the dunes. Other holes with a gorgeous view. I enjoyed playing them and will be back during my next stay here in Portugal.
Doris
2025-03-14
Very nice course, very widespread. Interesting holes and most beautiful views of the sea.
Teiber Eckhardt
2024-12-03
Gespielt im November an einem verregneten Tag. Platz in hervorragendem Zustand wie mir seit Jahren so bekannt. Habe auf der 18. Bahn mein Wedge liegen lassen. Habe es zwei Tage später wieder bekommen. Weiterhin gerne wieder. -**- Played in November on a rainy day. Course in excellent condition as I have known it for years. I left my wedge on the 18th hole. Got it back two days later. Still happy to play again.
Bert Ulrich
2024-11-17
Super course, very fast greens, all staff very helpful
Stephen Copley
2024-11-12
The course was in a lot better condition, than when I saw it in August and had greened up considerably since then. We all enjoyed our round
Ben Harte
2024-10-18
Good course
Stephanie Meyer
2024-10-17
Very nice course with a beautiful layout. Fairways and greens in really good conditions.
PHILIP LANDER
2024-10-17
The members of staff were very helpful and good
Christopher Fisher
2024-10-09
We were nervous about playing the course (Lagos & Praia) due to recent negative reviews, but overall it was fantastic. Some beautiful holes and greens in very good condition overall.
So glad we played it now!
Tecnicals
*Undulated - Gradual sloping fairways.
*Mixt Course - Mostly Parkland, and Praia Loop offers 6 holes of pure links
*Buggy Recommended - Yes
*Signature Hole - 14th
*Water hazards - Only two holes. 3rd Hole Par 3, and 6th par 5 at Lagos loop
*Exposed - Strenght and directions of wind very important for club selection
*Dogleg -
*Comments - Nice mixture of holes, great views over Alvor bay .
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