Situated in the western portion of the Algarve, the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is widely renowned as the true home of Portuguese golf. Penina is the only resort in Portugal to offer three golf courses. One of those - The Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course - is the first 18 hole course to have been constructed in the Algarve.

Set in a stunning 360 acre estate, amidst an impressive array of natural surroundings, the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is one of the most stunning resorts in the area, whilst the marquee Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course has hosted the Open de Portugal on ten occasions, with the likes of Miguel Angel Jimenez and Sam Torrance having won at Penina.

There are also two 9-hole courses at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort, with the Resort Course and Academy Course being the perfect complements to the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course. The Penina Hotel & Golf Resort also has its own Golf Academy with a stunning driving range facility, chipping area and a putting green that has the ability to have its own 18-hole putting competitions due to its size. 

Away from the golf, the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort boasts a stunning 5-star hotel, the first hotel in the Algarve to be given 5-star status. With glorious pools, amazing views of the golf courses, the cool, blue waters and the mountains in the distance, the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is the perfect place to stay. Add to that the incredible Beach Club, and you’ve got an amazing choice for all the family. 

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The Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is the only resort in Portugal which offers three golf courses, including the very first golf course to have been created in the region, the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course. Penina also plays host to the 9-hole Resort Course and the 9-hole Academy Course. 

The first 18-hole course to be built in the Algarve, the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course has played home to the Open de Portugal on ten occasions and is regarded by many as the finest course in the Algarve and beyond. Howard Clark, Sam Torrance and Miguel Angel Jimenez are among the names to have won the tournament at Penina. 

As named, the Championship Course at Penina was built and laid out by three time Open Championship winner, Sir Henry Cotton. The Par 73 venue sees golfers have to deal with plenty of water hazards, including streams and ditches, while the raised greens add another challenge to the round.

The 5th is one of those challenging holes on the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course, with the fairway split into two by a stream, while the green is perched behind a water hazard. The 13th is arguably the signature hole on the course. At just over 200 yards from the tips, this par-3 features a lake down the right side, which will collect anything that misses the green ever so slightly.

The Resort Course is a stunning 9-hole track. It provides nine holes of solid, but also gentle practice at times. Each hole has two tees to make it an 18-hole set-up, with the quirk of having one nine as a Par 35, and one as a Par 36 to make it a Par 71 if you choose to play 18.

The Resort Course is a member of the Audobon Co-Operative Sanctuary System, with Penina and the greens staff making a concerted effort to aid the protection and preservation of all wildlife residing on and around the course

The Academy Course is a 9-hole, par-30 course, which winds its way between the holes of the Championship Course and the Resort Course. It provides an excellent opportunity to fine-tune your short game, whilst providing a perfect training ground for the novice golfer.

The Academy at Penina plays host to a stunning range of facilities. The driving range plays off the Bermuda grass, with target greens dotted on the range in the distance. There is also a short game area, with a chipping green and a huge putting green, with the possibility of having a full 18-hole putting course on it. 

Along with the facilities, Penina is blessed to have a number of qualified PGA Professionals, including Jose Lourenco, the Penina Golf Academy Ambassador. He has been at Penina for half a century, and provides expert analysis and tuition. With individual lessons, golf clinics and packages available, the Penina Golf Academy is the perfect place to learn more about your swing, and the game itself.

The Penina Hotel & Golf Resort was the first luxury 5-star hotel in the Algarve region of Portugal, to join the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course, which also achieved that mark. All the rooms and suites at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort have been decorated to the highest standards of taste and luxury. 

The Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is proud to offer an outstanding selection of rooms and suites. Even standard rooms at Penina have stunning views, looking out over either the mountains to the north of the hotel, or over the pool area which is part of the resort.

There are family guestrooms, which come with two separate bedrooms for larger groups, before moving up to the Junior Suites and Grand Suites at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort. Each comes with multiple rooms and extended balconies, offering views of the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course. 

Along with the rooms and facilities, there are also six stunning restaurants at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort. The Sagres provides the all-inclusive buffet options at both breakfast and dinner, while Le Grill is the exclusive, fine dining restaurant. The Sir Henry Cotton Club is the resort’s golf bar, perfect for a drink and some food after a challenging round on either of the three courses. There is also the Dunas Beach Restaurant, where guests can enjoy the expanse of the cool, blue water.

The Praia de Alvor offers a glorious expanse of white sand, and it sits just a ten minute drive from the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort. Not only can guests relax and dip their toes in the Atlantic Ocean, but there is also the option for leisure activities at the Beach Club at Penina.

The calm waters around the coast are the perfect spot for some water sports, with the likes of windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing and kayaking all on offer. There are specialists in all of these categories to walk you through it if you are new to the sport.

There are also family-friendly options included, with the chance to take in the sights of the Atlantic Oceans on a pedalo or a small paddle boat. The Praia dos Tres Irmaos, a formation of three stunning rocks, are slightly further down the beach to the east, and are an amazing sight.

Where is Penina located?
The Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is one of Portugal’s finest resorts, and is located in the south western part of the country, just outside the city of Portimao. It is one of the most western resorts in the Algarve, one of several in the region. 

What is the nearest airport to Penina?
Faro International Airport is located just under 50 miles to the east by road, with the airport servicing the Algarve and Faro District. The airport operates several daily flights to the United Kingdom, as well as flights to the majority of European countries each day. 

What golf facilities does Penina offer?
Alongside three courses, the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort has its own driving range, from which the Golf Academy runs out of. There is a driving range with Bermuda grass tees and target greens for you to aim at to bring some fun to your practice. There is also an incredible short game area, including a chipping green and a large putting green.

Does Penina offer golf lessons?
Head Professional and Penina Ambassador Jose Lourenco runs the Golf Academy at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort, and he can provide individual tuition to help you improve your game. For both beginners and the experienced golfers, the Penina Golf Academy can provide exactly what you need to bring that handicap down. 

What are the green fees at Penina?
For visitors to the resort, the Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course will cost €130 for a round during the high season, €105 through the mid-season and €90 in the low season. Those prices are reduced significantly for guests of the hotel, with tickets costing just €60, €55 and €50, respectively. 

The Resort Course at Penina costs €60 in the high season for visitors, with the mid and low seasons costing €55. For guests of the hotel, again those prices are reduced. Rounds on the Resort Course will cost €45, €40 and €35 across the three golfing seasons.

Is Penina suitable for families?
The Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is the home to the Kangaroo Kids Club, an enclosed and fully supervised area that guarantees peace of mind for you and quality entertainment for your children in the Algarve.

Located just 100 metres from the front of the hotel, the club has both an indoor and outdoor play area, complete with swimming pool, climbing area and football pitch. There is also a state of the art creche with baby changing facilities, designated area for toddlers, Kangaroo Kids Club restaurant and an extensive games room.

The team on site are fully trained to the highest standards, while the Kangaroo Kids Club is also fully equipped to help children with special needs or other requirements. 

What accommodation is on offer at Penina?
There is a range of accommodation options at the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort, from standard rooms to suites. The hotel provides everything that could be needed for couples, golfers and families alike, with the biggest of suites offering luxury and stunning views over the golf courses. 

What other resorts and courses are nearby?
There are plenty of resorts on the NCG Top 100 European Golf Resorts list within a short drive from the Penina Hotel & Golf Resort, including Palmares, which is situated just 15 minutes to the south west.

Boavista, Salgados and Amendoeira are all on our European Golf Resorts list, and are within an hour from the Penina resort. Down by Faro Airport, the likes of Quinta do Lago, Pinheiros, San Lorenzo and Vale do Lobo are also on our list. 

 

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