Vila Sol

Vila Sol

Vila Sol

Vila Sol | NCG Top 100s: European Golf Resorts

Another of the stunning resorts on the Algarve coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Vila Sol is the home to 27 stunning golf holes, a Golf Academy, world class Pestana Vila Sol hotel and much more. Situated just 20 minutes from Faro International Airport and within range of a number of other resorts on this list, Vila Sol is a stunning place for the family to visit.

Donald Steel, the world renowned golf course architect and designer, was the man behind the three nine-hole loops at Vila Sol. The three loops make up the 27 holes of golf that the resort has to offer, with all three offering different challenges. The Prime, Challenge and Prestige loops are all world class golf courses in their own right. There is also a stunning Golf Academy with a fully-grassed driving range and short game area.

The Pestana Vila Sol is the hotel of the resort, and offers a range of rooms, 140 in total. Each room is fitted to the highest standard to provide a peaceful atmosphere for a relaxing stay. There are 45 Garden Suites, three Vila Sol Suites, and one Presidential Suite for the ultimate indulgence of luxury. Each room comes with its own private balcony, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.

Away from the golf, there are plenty of activities to do during a stay at the Pestana Vila Sol. As well as a relaxing day to be spent in the Magic Wellness centre, where guests can relax and unwind with massages and treatments, there is also a range of swimming pools, tennis courts, bicycle hire, hiking, jogging and more to be done in the resort.
 

 
Visit Vila Sol’s website here.

Vila Sol Overview | NCG Top 100s: European Golf Resorts

27 Glorious Golf Holes

In terms of its golf, Vila Sol is very similar to Palmares, as the 27 holes on the course are in three nine hole loops - Prime, Challenge and Prestige. The renowned Donald Steel was the man behind the three-loop offering at Vila Sol.

The Prime loop is the opening nine holes and these are the most challenging on the Vila Sol resort. There are long and narrow fairways while the Challenge loop (10 to 18) is characterised by its heavily undulating greens. The closing nine, the Prestige loop, allows the natural features of the course to become obstacles which are in the golfers’ way. 

The resort achieved its championship status as a golfing venue in the early 1990s, when Vila Sol played host to the Open de Portugal on the DP World Tour. Northern Ireland’s Ronan Rafferty won the event in 1992, with Englishman David Gilford winning a year later.

Vila Sol Golf Academy

Along with Donald Steel-designed golf course, Vila Sol is also home to a Golf Academy, which is the home of both the practice facilities and the coaching and tuition at the Portuguese resort.

There is a full-size driving range with plenty of bays, allowing golfers to hone their long-game skills. The stunning short game area at Vila Sol features four putting greens, with a range of bunkers also allowing players to practise their sand escapes. 

The Vila Sol Golf Academy welcomes golfers of all ages and abilities, with the aim of helping to improve their games. The team of qualified professionals are equipped to help, with the use of the academy’s Explanar, allowing them to analyse a golfer’s swing using video equipment. Tailor-made lesson packages are on offer for each golfer, including a ten-lesson plan for beginners to the sport. 

Pestana Vila Sol

At the Pestana Vila Sol you can choose the comfort of a hotel room located in the central building of the development or the freedom of the rooms spread out around the resort with direct access to the gardens. 

The Superior Room is the most standard offering at Vila Sol and is located outside of the main building, and features either a double or twin beds. There are then Deluxe Garden View and Deluxe Golf rooms, with the latter being placed near the driving range for ease of access. 

Suite Garden Resort and Suite Vila Sol Resort are the choice of suites at the Pestana Vila Sol, and they offer another level of luxury. The best of the best at the resort is the Presidential Suite, which allows guests to relax in the utmost luxury.

Activities & Wellness

Magic Wellness is the resort’s spa & wellness centre, which is the perfect palace for guests of the hotel to relax and unwind. There is a massage and treatments area, with certified professionals using high-quality products and oils during your treatments.

Away from the golf, there is still plenty to do during a stay at the Pestana Vila Sol. There are a number of swimming pools, jacuzzi, tennis courts and more, while bicycle rentals allow for excursions out of the resort. There is also a games room with pinball machines, table football and air hockey.

FAQs about Vila Sol

Where is Vila Sol located? 
Vila Sol is situated on the Algarve in southern Portugal. It is in the Vilamoura region, just north of the town of Quarteira. Faro is the nearest major city, which is less than 15 miles to the south east of the resort by car.

What is the nearest airport to Vila Sol?
Thanks to its locality to the city, Vila Sol’s nearest airport is Faro International Airport, which is just 15 miles away. The airport operates daily flights to the majority of European countries, including a whole host of daily flights to different parts of the United Kingdom.

What golf facilities does Vila Sol offer?
The Vila Sol Golf Academy is the perfect place to fine tune your game. In addition to the three stunning loops of nine-hole courses, Vila Sol’s Academy has a driving range and short game area. Both are available to those playing on the course, allowing for practice before a round.

Does Vila Sol offer golf lessons?
Coaching and tuition is on offer at the Vila Sol Golf Academy. With the driving range and short game area on offer at the facility, a team of qualified professionals can help guests and members to improve their skills. From individual lessons to 10-lesson programmes, there is something for all golfers at the Vila Sol Golf Academy

What are the green fees at Vila Sol?
There are a range of prices for green fees at Vila Sol depending on the season and time of year. They are as follows:

March, October - €130
February, April-May, September, November - €120
December-January, June-August - €90

Is Vila Sol suitable for families?
For the families, there is also a kids club at the Pestana Vila Sol, with the presence of monitors or animators during the summer in a confined space with a playground and support house fully equipped to keep your children happy, excited and busy. 

What accommodation is on offer at Vila Sol? 
Pestana Vila Sol has 140 rooms available in both the main hotel as well as around the resort and is fitted to the highest standard to provide a peaceful atmosphere for a relaxing stay. There are 45 Garden Suites, three Vila Sol Suites, and one Presidential Suite for the ultimate indulgence of luxury. Each room comes with its own private balcony, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.

What other resorts are nearby?
Vila Sol is in a prime location for golf in the Algarve, and there are a number of resorts on the NCG Top 100 European Golf Resorts list within a short drive.

Situated right next door is the Dom Pedro resort, which has five 18-hole golf courses. Vale do Lobo, Quinta do Lago and San Lorenzo are also within 15 minutes, while Amendoeira, Penina and Palmares are also within an hours’ drive from Vila Sol.

 
 
Visit Vila Sol’s website here.