Morgado Golf Course
Morgado Golf Course: A Championship Gem in the Algarve
Nestled at the foothills of the Algarve's Monchique Mountains, just a short drive from the vibrant seaside town of Portimão and the charming fishing village of Alvor, Morgado Golf Course is home to the prestigious Portuguese Open Championship. This par-73 course offers a stunning and varied layout that caters to golfers of all levels, providing a memorable experience from start to finish.
Morgado presents two distinct sets of nine holes — the front nine features a flatter landscape, while the back nine introduces more undulating terrain with breathtaking views of the Monchique Mountains. The back nine also brings an extra challenge as the valley's mountain-sided topography creates a funnel for gusting winds.
The golf course is walkable for those up to the challenge, but when the weather heats up, a buggy is highly recommended, especially given the well-designed access paths to the fairways. Though the overall course length is manageable, the par 3s on the front nine stand out with two nearly 200-meter holes, requiring precision and skill. Fortunately, the shorter par 4s balance the challenge, offering opportunities for golfers to hit the green in regulation.
Strategy Tip: Build a strong score on the front nine and treat it as a warm-up for the more demanding back nine.
The highlight of the round comes at the spectacular 18th hole, a signature finishing hole with an elevated tee that reveals a panoramic view of the undulating fairway guarded by bunkers and the welcoming Clubhouse in the distance. It's a breathtaking scene and a fantastic way to end your round — by par, birdie, or simply with a smile on your face.
Beyond the golf, Morgado offers a peaceful escape immersed in the natural beauty of this tranquil side of the Algarve. With impeccable course conditions and thoughtful management improvements, this championship course will leave you eager to return.
Reception: Everyday from 7:00am to 8:00pm
Golf Clubs: Rental Available
Club House: With Restaurant and Snack bar
With driving range
With an Academy
Trolleys: Manual & Electric
With locker room
Pro Shop: Everyday from 7:00am to 8:00pm
Golf Lessons: Resident professionals
With putting green
Juniors: Up to 16 years oldMorgado Golf Course - latest comments and reviews
Adrian Brooks
2025-02-21
Very good service and welcoming. Course in good condition
News - Hot weather
2021-07-16
With high temperatures in the Algarve, Morgado's fairways reach temperatures of 42 degrees Celsius, but the course remains in excellent playing conditions, as a result of the improved work of the maintenance team. Players are advised to choose to play early in the morning.
Dae Kang
2025-02-19
The course condition was great. The rental clubs could use upgrades.
Paul Anderson
2025-02-18
Enjoyed playing Morgado again with the greens in excellent condition - and fast! Areas around the tees appear untidy but the condition of the fairways and first cut were very good. We forgot just how long some of the walks were between holes, especially on the back nine, which added to the time to play 18 holes but, starting at 14:06, we still completed our round in just over 4 hours.
Phil Ridley
2025-02-08
Challenging Course, sadly tee box conditions spoilt todays golfing experience
Ewout Wijkhuizen
2025-02-08
Ok course
Robert Lentell
2025-02-06
Course in very good condition, staff very appreciative. Round exactly as we booked.
Dorothea Nadler-Rudzinski
2025-02-01
The course is in an excellent condition, the greens are fast and also in perfect condition
Mark Boon
2025-01-31
Morgado was a great test for our tours final day. The greens were smooth true and slick. They could make you look very silly. The welcome and teatement by staff was excellent and very hospitable.
We always enjoy playing here and will be back without doubt.
Paul Gray
2025-01-28
Great golf course.
Francis Xaviour Fitzmaurice
2025-01-21
Very good service.
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Stephen Stquinton
2025-01-13
Very pleasant round. Course generally well maintained. Greens fabulous
Elizabeth Dunn-Butler
2025-01-06
Greens were in amazing condition, the best of the trip. The course itself was a bit underwhelming. Also abandoned hotel/buildings around the course.
Tecnicals
*Parkland - Total
*Undulated - Rolling terrain more hilly on the back 9
*Buggy Recommended - Recommended due to back 9
*Signature Hole - 14th
*Water hazards - On both 9's, but all visable
*Exposed - Wind direction and speed, play a big part in club selection
*Dogleg - Slight ones on the back 9
*Comments - Inland course, very good value for money
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