LE MERIDIEN PENINA GOLF RESORT 5*
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Set around the fringes of the resort, Penina has three separate golf courses, which together make up the legacy of Sir Henry Cotton's time at the fantastic Algarve destination.
Championship Course
Opened in 1966 and designed by Sir Henry Cotton, Penina's Championship Course was the first golf course built in the Algarve. The Championship course has been host to the Portuguese Open eleven times, and is also a regular stop for the European Seniors Tour.
Originally built on rice paddies, the 6,869 yard course is by and large quite flat but is set amongst mature trees and shrubs, with each of the fairways lined with impressive woodland. As a result of the mature setting of the golf course, accurate shot making is required to score well on the par-73 Championship course.
Resort Course
The nine hole par-35 Resort course sits close to the Championship Course and provides golfers the ideal opportunity to hone their skills. The course takes advantage of a lake to provide an interesting and satisfying round and has all of the same characteristics of the Championship course, with tree lined fairways that require accuracy above all else.
Academy Course
In addition to the Championship and Resort golf courses, the Penina Resort also offers the Academy Course. Previously named the North Course, this 9-hole par-30 "Executive" course features 18 tees and makes full use of a number of lakes and sand hazards making it an enjoyable course that tests the skills of all abilities.
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| Offer Description | Special Offer | Valid | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 1 x Resort Course) Special Offer for Groups of 8! |  | 08 Feb 10 - 03 Mar 10 | £179 |   |
| 7 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 4 Rounds of Golf
Le Meridien Penina Competition Week Includes: Two meals (including wine and water) Cocktail Party & Gala Dinner 3 Rounds Penina (Championship), 1 Round at San Lorenzo Full tournament guide |  | 27 Mar 10 - 28 Mar 10 | £639 | |
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 1 x Resort Course) Special Offer for Groups of 8! | | 06 Mar 10 - 28 Apr 10 | £199 | |
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 1 x Resort Course) | 08 Feb 10 - 03 Mar 10 | £199 | | |
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(3 x Championship Course) Special Offer for Groups of 8! | | 01 May 10 - 24 Jun 10 | £199 | |
| 4 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 4 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 2 x Resort Course) Special 2-ball offer - limited availability! | 08 Feb 10 - 02 Mar 10 | £209 | | |
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 1 x Resort Course) | | 06 Mar 10 - 28 Apr 10 | £229 | |
| 3 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 3 Rounds of Golf
(3 x Championship Course) | | 01 May 10 - 24 Jun 10 | £229 | |
| 4 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 4 Rounds of Golf
(2 x Championship Course, 2 x Resort Course) Special 2-ball offer - limited availability! | 06 Mar 10 - 27 Apr 10 | £245 | | |
| 4 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 4 Rounds of Golf
(4 x Championship Course) Special 2-ball offer - limited availability! | 01 May 10 - 23 Jun 10 | £245 | |
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Penina not only boasts three terrific golf courses, designed by Sir Henry Cotton - it is also one of the most established 5* resorts not only in the Algarve, but in the whole of Europe.
Located in a magnificent 360 acre estate, Le Meridien Penina Golf & Resort reflects its culture through a natural fusion of English architecture, Portuguese hospitality and high standards of service.
The 188 rooms and suites, recently totally renovated are now equipped with the new Le Meridien Bed, flat Screen TV, high speed internet access, automatic mini bar, electronic safe, coffee and tea facilities offering to the costumers comfort, wellness and a stunning view over the mountains, gardens and golf courses.
Penina's excellent tennis academy has 6 tennis courts where you can take part in lessons and clinics with the resident professionals, while the FIFA certified football pitch has attracted teams of the caliber of Chelsea. Activities include circuit training, mountain biking and archery, while during the summer months the Beach Club is the place to try water sports such as wind-surfing, water-skiing and sailing.
Back at the resort you will find a sauna, outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, games room and a well-equipped gym, as well as a dedicated kids club called the Penguin Village.
In addition to the health and beauty centre spa, it is clear that Penina has a lot more to offer than just golf!
Penina's nearest towns are Portimão and and Alvor, both of which are traditional Portuguese coastal towns. Portimão is a quaint little village, where you can experience the quintessential charm of the Western Algarve, as well as restaurants, bars, and a casino. The town of Lagos is only 7 miles away, where you can experience the terrific architecture that results from the town's rich history, as well as some of the Algarve's best seafood restaurants.
The Championship's short 13th hole is ranked in the world's top 500 holes, with water guarding the front of the green.
Five restaurants and two Bars invite the guests to taste the International or Mediterranean cuisine and light cocktails. Try fine Italian in L'Arlecchino, or traditional Portuguese classics in the lovely Sagres dining room, while the Grill Restaurant is a more formal option, á la carte.
The Spikes Bar and Henry Cotton's are both great golfer's watering holes, while the Monchique Cocktail Bar is a bit more refined, serving freshly mixed drinks in elegant surroundings.
