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Bristol (BRS) - Faro (FAO)
Faro (FAO) - Bristol (BRS)
Carved across the resort's fertile valley floor, the O'Connor Jnr Course is a very different ask to Nick Faldo's hillier layout over the way at Amendoeira. Christy O'Connor Jnr knew this part of the Algarve inside out and you can see it in the routing, it leans into the natural land, with orange groves framing several holes and giving the course its real Algarve character.
Where Faldo's climbs and drops, O'Connor's tends to stay down in the valley. The interest comes from sensible hazards rather than big elevation shifts, with water and well-placed bunkers asking you to pick a line and commit. Off the tee it's welcoming enough for most golfers to enjoy, but it doesn't let you switch off either, especially into the greens where anything slightly loose can leave a tricky up-and-down.
For groups, it's the ideal counterpoint to Faldo: play one course that tests your legs and one that tests your patience. Better players will still find plenty of risk-and-reward moments, while mid to higher handicappers should feel like they've had a fair crack at it.
The O'Connor Jnr sits within the Amendoeira Resort in the heart of the Algarve, so it's an easy one to pair with the Faldo Course or bolt onto a wider Algarve golf break. Play it on your next Golf Holiday to the Algarve.
Who is this for?
Golfers who want a flatter, more relaxed walk and a scenic resort round that still has a bit of bite.
Who is it best for?
Mixed-ability groups building a multi-course Algarve trip and anyone who likes strategy and positioning more than sheer length.
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London Luton (LTN) - Faro (FAO)
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Oceanico O'Connor Course
The undisputed highlight of the O’Connor Course is the designer’s take on Augusta National’s ‘Amen Corner’ – holes 7, 8 and 9 are skirted at various points by a great lake which snakes its way dangerously through three splendid holes.
Skirted by traditional Moorish buildings, dating back to the 13th century, the course’s location is steeped in history, which only adds to the drama. O’Connor’s mighty layout builds nicely to a climax with the phenomenal closing hole, which climbs to a fantastic riverside green.
Like the neighbouring Faldo Course, the O’Connor is an exciting new development that only makes the glorious Algarve more attractive for visiting golfers, providing a first class championship test in truly stunning surroundings.
Signature Hole: Hole 3, Par 3, 178 yards, SI 15
O’Connor’s signature hole is the 3rd, a gorgeous Par 3 where players must avoid a waterway which encroaches upon the fairway from the right. With natural wildlife stirring in the background, you must navigate across an undulating green, albeit on a true putting surface so typical of the course's greens throughout the year.
These reviews are from verified Your Golf Travel customers.
Mark
✓
12 Jul 2026
Excellent
10.0
Richard
✓
3 Jul 2026
Excellent
10.0
We played this course first and it was playing very hard on the day, winds were very strong and it felt like most holes into wind. Apart from that it was a tough challenge, greens were rapid. Overall a very enjoyable round.
Adam
✓
1 Jul 2026
Excellent
10.0
Adam
✓
29 Jun 2026
Excellent
10.0
Easier tee shot than the faldo but still a test if offline
Charlie
✓
28 Jun 2026
Excellent
10.0
David
✓
27 Jun 2026
Excellent
10.0
Extremely painfully slow. . At times 8 people waiting to tee off !! Had to miss last 2 holes as could have missed shuttle bus to airport. Would have been at least a 5 and half hour round.
Sashi
✓
16 Jun 2026
Very Good
8.0
The O’Connor Course provides a good alternative to the Faldo Course, offering a slightly more forgiving round while still presenting plenty of challenges. Water comes into play on several holes, adding both difficulty and visual appeal, and overall it is a very attractive course to play.
There were some areas where the fairways had been scorched, but not to the extent that it significantly impacted play. It was clear that maintenance work is ongoing throughout the course, with greenkeeping staff visible during our rounds, which was encouraging to see.
The tee boxes were uneven in places and the greens showed signs of wear on a handful of holes, but neither issue was severe enough to detract from the overall experience. The course remains enjoyable and in generally good condition.
One area that did raise concern was the wooden bridge leading to the 4th green. The structure feels dated, with several slats appearing loose and unstable, giving the impression that it is overdue for repair or replacement.
There is no halfway house on the course, leaving players reliant on the drinks cart for refreshments. While the service is appreciated, the pricing is excessive. Four beers and a couple of bottles of water came to almost €50, which felt difficult to justify.
Overall, the O’Connor Course is an enjoyable and scenic layout that offers a welcome contrast to the more demanding Faldo Course. While there are some maintenance and value-for-money issues that could be addressed, the quality of the course itself makes it well worth playing.
Ethan
✓
15 Jun 2026
Very Good
8.0
Course was great. Difficult but great. Pace of place wasn’t good at all. Nearly a 6 hour round
Kyle
✓
8 Jun 2026
Poor
2.0
Rob
✓
6 Jun 2026
Very Good
8.0
Different from the Faldo course. Need to plot your way around the course as you’ll be punished for wayward drives (as I was ! ). Great course and very different to the Faldo.
