North Course

€9 million was invested on the North Course in 2014, implementing new innovative technology to ensure that the course was more environmentally friendly and even more aesthetically pleasing. Golfers of all abilities will not only be able to enjoy the challenge of the course but enjoy the visual aspects that the North Course is known for, with wonderful trees, white sanded bunkers and beautiful water hazards featuring throughout.

Totalling at 6,529 yards from the Yellows, it is not a particularly long course. Despite this, in terms of quality, you are spoilt for choice. It was named ‘The Best New Golf Course in Europe’ at the World Golf Awards in 2014, and it is evident why.

Signature Hole – No. 12: Par 4, 394 yards (White Tees)

The highlight of the North course is the 12th. Whilst also being the most visually appealing hole on the course, it is one of the most challenging. The hole doglegs its way around an ominous lake, and even the best of drives leaves a treacherous approach shot to a large undulating green.

Facilities

Before teeing off, it is definitely worth visiting the Pro Shop in the North/South Clubhouse, where a variety of golf equipment and merchandise is on offer.

The practice facilities at Quinta Do Lago are phenomenal. The Quinta Do Lago Academy, which is in partnership with Paul McGinley, is available to golfers where they are assisted in improving their technique and strategy. Technology such as video analysis and flight scope are used effectively to analyse the individual’s strengths and weaknesses, in order to improve and take your game to the next level.

Quinta Do Lago also has a state-of-the-art TaylorMade performance centre, which is designed to give golfers the opportunity and access to try out the latest TaylorMade technology and equipment. The TaylorMade Select Fit System is also used to match the golfer’s swing with the ideal club. The performance centre is a very interesting way to understand your game in a more in-depth, entertaining way.

Relax after your round at the Quinta Do Lago clubhouse, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving a varied menu to suit all tastes. A coffee dock is also available from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Course Information
Par	72
Designed by	William Mitchell, Joe Lee, Rocky Roquemore, Beau Welling, Paul McGinley
Opened for play	1989
Did you know?	The North course was named ‘The Best New Golf Course in Europe’ at the 2014 World Golf Awards after being redesigned by renowned American golf architect Beau Welling and European Ryder Cup winning captain Paul McGinley.

Tees
White	6,669 yards	SSS 72
Yellow	6,529 yards	SSS 72
Red	5,448 yards	SSS 72

Features

Driving Range
Pro Shop
Tuition
Putting Greens
Practice Area
Club House
Golf Academy

8.0

Very Good

Signing in, getting buggy and first tee experience very good. Some fairways a bit scruffy.

Geoffrey – Reviewed 22 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Matthew – Reviewed 17 Apr 2024

Excellent

Another great experience at Quinta North. Great reception great facilities and a great course.

Jason – Reviewed 15 Apr 2024

Excellent

Very good - really improved from previously a few years ago

John – Reviewed 12 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Longish Quinta course. Best off back tees.

Rory – Reviewed 8 Apr 2024

Excellent

Excellent course in excellent condition

John – Reviewed 8 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Did not live up to the hype ! Although its a pretty course, it has been neglected, particularly around the greens. Sadly I think the focus here has been to make as much money as possible by piling people onto the course but little of it seems to be finding its way into maintenance. Dissapointed

John – Reviewed 8 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Again as above

Christopher – Reviewed 1 Apr 2024

Excellent

Scott – Reviewed 25 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Luke – Reviewed 18 Mar 2024

Excellent

Only negative was having to pay for range balls. Course was excellent, greens were amazing. Staff were great and we all had a brilliant time. Would recommend.

Craig – Reviewed 18 Mar 2024

Excellent

Andy – Reviewed 11 Mar 2024

Excellent

2nd choice on the tour

Timothy – Reviewed 10 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Enjoyable course to play - a few areas of GUR and some of the greens were patchy and not the best condition. Obviously they are currently working on it so I guess work has to be done some time.

Alison – Reviewed 2 Mar 2024

4.0

Average

Overall disappointing - we followed a pro-am with a 20 minute gap at the start. We caught them on the 3rd hole and our round (in buggies) was 5 hours 40 minutes. Truly horrendous. Didn’t see a marshall. Buggies had to be kept on path. Not a good experience and I dont think I will return there.

Phillip – Reviewed 26 Feb 2024

8.0

Very Good

A great course, but not as good as the other two of the three Quinta courses. Not quite as scenic and a lot of road crossings and long distances between holes.

Nigel – Reviewed 2 Feb 2024

8.0

Very Good

Very pretty, so many pitch marks on the greens, but nice course overall.

Anne – Reviewed 28 Dec 2023

8.0

Very Good

Fairways were a bit bare

Mark – Reviewed 18 Dec 2023

6.0

Good

Be prepared for long walks from green to tees if not using a buggy. The greens were a little scruffy which was unexpected. Nevertheless, still an excellent course and challenging

Phillip – Reviewed 4 Dec 2023

8.0

Very Good

Lovely course but definitely buggy required as quite hilly in places and also some long walks from green to tee. Good test of golf with some very fast greens and again tricky pin placements. Quinta Do Lago facilities are very luxurious- again a perfect day weather wise

Frank – Reviewed 29 Nov 2023

8.0

Very Good

Great course. some long walks between tee's

Peter – Reviewed 6 Nov 2023

8.0

Very Good

Disappointed that buggies had to keep to cart paths but staff supplied electric trollies for us. There were some wet areas on the course especially around the tees so it was understandable.It's a long walk, especially from some greens to the next tee. Fairways narrow and challenging but in excellent condition as we're the greens. The rough was punishingly long. A real test of golf.

Alyson – Reviewed 1 Nov 2023

8.0

Very Good

Great layout but we had to keep the buggies to the path due to the recent weather so the round took a bit longer than expected. Overall course condition was good but the greens had a fair few pitch marks but still rolled at a good speed.

James – Reviewed 31 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Michael – Reviewed 20 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Of the 3 courses I found these greens the hardest of them all. It’s still a great course and one that grabs your attention right from the start. Some of the flag positions were ridiculous - comp level.

Jon – Reviewed 17 Oct 2023

Excellent

Beautiful course, enjoyed more than the South. Very attractive holes. Better condition than the South. Would 100% play here again

Ryan – Reviewed 16 Oct 2023

Excellent

A long course but high quality. Quite a lot of travel from green to tee so you do need a buggy. Challenging greens but fairways and bunkers all in top condition. Excellent facilities at the club house.

James – Reviewed 12 Oct 2023

Excellent

Brilliant exactly thr same as the South course

Graham – Reviewed 11 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Very enjoyable day, course was excellent, no complaints whatsoever

Alan – Reviewed 2 Oct 2023

Excellent

Couldn't fault it!

Mike – Reviewed 1 Oct 2023

Excellent

Class

James – Reviewed 30 Sep 2023

Excellent

Very slow round > 5.15 hrs. but great course in fab condition.

Ian – Reviewed 25 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Graeme – Reviewed 23 Sep 2023

Excellent

Phil – Reviewed 18 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Good day

Michael – Reviewed 13 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Malcolm – Reviewed 13 Sep 2023

Excellent

Fantastic course

Stewart – Reviewed 5 Sep 2023

Excellent

Joe – Reviewed 22 Aug 2023

Excellent

James – Reviewed 15 Aug 2023

Excellent

Martin – Reviewed 28 Jun 2023

Excellent

Ralph – Reviewed 28 Jun 2023

8.0

Very Good

Nice course but too many people on making it slow

Jim – Reviewed 27 Jun 2023

8.0

Very Good

Very good overall

Albert – Reviewed 27 Jun 2023

Excellent

Favourite course of the 3 days. Much better than VDL and think the quality of the par 3s makes it!!

Craig – Reviewed 27 Jun 2023

Excellent

Fantastic course

Dave – Reviewed 18 Jun 2023

Excellent

Second favourite and see comments made for the South.

Guy – Reviewed 10 Jun 2023

Excellent

Steve – Reviewed 31 May 2023

Excellent

Neil – Reviewed 29 May 2023

Excellent

Great course have played it before would recommend

Richard – Reviewed 18 May 2023

2.0

Poor

Had to walk off after 9 holes as it had taken 3 hours. Seems they will let anyone on the north course as several groups in front looked like they were having their first round ever. Awful.

Simon – Reviewed 17 May 2023

Excellent

Alister – Reviewed 8 May 2023

Excellent

Love this place. So good

Tom – Reviewed 2 May 2023

Excellent

Great set up and a solid course overall . Personally I thought the layout was a little bland but most of the golfers in my squad said it was their favourite . The design was better on the back 9 but the overall condition was fabulous . I would like to play the south too .

Paul – Reviewed 1 May 2023

8.0

Very Good

A smaller version of the South but the upturned saucer greens make the approach shots demanding and the green fringes were very 'sticky'to play through. The two courses complement each other and visitors should play both.

DEREK – Reviewed 12 Apr 2023

Excellent

unbelievable

Alexander – Reviewed 27 Mar 2023

6.0

Good

Condition not as good as the south we buggies

John – Reviewed 20 Mar 2023

6.0

Good

Same comments as above.

Sarah-Jane – Reviewed 11 Mar 2023

Excellent

Nice layout with very pleasant surroundings and a good test of golf

Gary – Reviewed 28 Feb 2023

8.0

Very Good

Nice course. Greens were slow

Serge – Reviewed 28 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Bearing in mind the money that was spent on the course I thought the course was ok but not as good as the other two. Visually this was not helped but the fact that all the t boxes had recently been sanded. Great course non the less.

Jon – Reviewed 19 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Greens very very slow ,transfer back to hotel did not turn up so group had to make their own way back via Uber with two additional costs of 22 Euros per car

Talat – Reviewed 19 Oct 2022

Excellent

Greens were a little slow but good course

Paul – Reviewed 17 Oct 2022

Excellent

Tee time was really early played as a two ball and shot round in under 4 hours. Pins were in some interesting places when we played it which made it quite hard

Ashley – Reviewed 10 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Good condition But not memorable

Bailie – Reviewed 9 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Excellent experience all round, smooth, efficient, friendly and top quality course.

Charlie – Reviewed 3 Oct 2022

Excellent

Tom – Reviewed 27 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

Long walks between green ad tee, buggies advised

Charles – Reviewed 24 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

Normal problem with golf buggies not enough

Malcolm – Reviewed 16 Sep 2022

Excellent

Best we’ve played in area - class above, treat course

Paul – Reviewed 14 Sep 2022

Excellent

Top course after refurb one of the best in Portugal

Paul – Reviewed 12 Sep 2022

Excellent

Carlton – Reviewed 15 Jun 2022

Excellent

Darren – Reviewed 13 Jun 2022

Excellent

Once again brilliant days golf, excellent

David – Reviewed 30 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Personally preferred the South course. If you want to practice your putting use the green adjacent to the South course as there are no facilities at the North.

Philip – Reviewed 21 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

James – Reviewed 18 May 2022

Excellent

Brilliant

Ken – Reviewed 18 May 2022

Excellent

First time we had played this course. It was a much better experience than we had been expecting. Although it is more of a collection of holes with some long trips from green to tee (a buggy is essential) the holes themselves are very good. The condition of the course is excellent, what you would expect at Quinta Do Lago. The par three second had a bit of a queue on it but after that the round flowed smoothly. It wasn't as hemmed in by houses as we feared with only a couple of holes affected as it meanders through the QDL estate. It is worth playing but afterwards we rated it as a good reserve if one of the stronger courses isn't available

Andrew – Reviewed 11 May 2022

6.0

Good

Brian – Reviewed 8 May 2022

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 4 May 2022

Excellent

Darren – Reviewed 3 May 2022

Excellent

Pace of round was reasonable, greens were good, its an interesting and varied course.

John – Reviewed 1 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

overall very good however charging €50 for a golf cart is a bit excessive

Peter – Reviewed 30 Apr 2022

Excellent

Raymond – Reviewed 25 Apr 2022

Excellent

Matty – Reviewed 16 Apr 2022

Excellent

Another fantastic course really good test of golf.

Brian – Reviewed 16 Apr 2022

Excellent

Another fantastic course in great condition and greens were quick but very true. If playing this course you definitely need a buggy as there is a long walk between holes and you do need to watch for traffic as you cross a busy road several times. Great course and great facilities

Andrew – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

Excellent

Very enjoyable

Matt – Reviewed 2 Apr 2022

6.0

Good

Ged – Reviewed 2 Apr 2022

8.0

Very Good

Enjoyed the course you need a buggy for getting between holes

John – Reviewed 23 Mar 2022

8.0

Very Good

Whilst not as good a course as the South, it was also in very good condition. It is somewhat lacking in variety (which holes do you remember 24 hours later?) and overpriced.

Alan – Reviewed 22 Mar 2022

8.0

Very Good

Stephen – Reviewed 17 Mar 2022

4.0

Average

Hardev – Reviewed 15 Mar 2022

Excellent

A very tough course for bogey (and 12 hcap) players. Bunkers everywhere with fairways contoured to ensnare every shot into a bunker. Greens were lightning fast, rather like putting down your car windscreen. Immaculately maintained.

Sue – Reviewed 14 Mar 2022

Excellent

Very good

Einar – Reviewed 28 Feb 2022

8.0

Very Good

Greens very tricky, undulating and incredibly fast on occasions and difficult to hit and hold. Not difficult from the yellows as the course is not too long

Fraser – Reviewed 11 Dec 2021

Excellent

fasted green ever great course

Bob – Reviewed 1 Dec 2021

8.0

Very Good

Not the most memorable course but overall in good condition

Ben – Reviewed 16 Nov 2021

Excellent

One of my favourite courses in the Algarve, apart from greens having just been tined, course was immaculate. Clubhouse and facilities couldn’t be better.

Andrew – Reviewed 13 Nov 2021

Excellent

Tim – Reviewed 8 Nov 2021

Excellent

Over 5 hour round, but on holiday so enjoy the views.

John – Reviewed 26 Oct 2021

Excellent

Good golf course some hard holes,but a good test and tricky greens

Paul – Reviewed 18 Oct 2021

Excellent

Love the North course, played it poorly, my wife far better and really enjoyed the experience

Ashley – Reviewed 18 Oct 2021

Excellent

Tough course but very enjoyable. We got our buggies early which was great. Pace of play was ok bearing in mind how busy it is.

Jon – Reviewed 13 Oct 2021

Excellent

Amazing as always!

Mark – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

Excellent

We all enjoyed the course immensely.

Paul – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

Excellent

Not my first visit, great overall experience from a warm welcome to a wonderful golf experience

David – Reviewed 12 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Course and greens in great condition. Green run off areas are very penal for even good smarter golfers. A difficult test but enjoyable. Very expensive and not sure it’s worth the extra money compared to other courses in the area.

Martin – Reviewed 11 Oct 2021

Excellent

Beautiful course. Very well maintained. All the group loved this course. Top drawer.

Brian – Reviewed 10 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Einar – Reviewed 4 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Enjoyable first round

Robert – Reviewed 29 Sep 2021

Excellent

Richard – Reviewed 23 Sep 2021

Excellent

George – Reviewed 13 Sep 2021

4.0

Average

We had two buses organised with the Course, only one turned. The second one never did. The driver had to drop our first group and then drive track to Vilamoura to pick us. This resulted in us arriving just before our tee times and having no time for lunch or drinks. Clubhouse was inadequately staffed. Course was in good condition with greens quick and smooth.

Norman – Reviewed 9 Sep 2021

Excellent

Fabulous course, shame about real slow play, 5Hrs 10min!!! Seriously Non Golfers aloud to play!!!

Mark – Reviewed 7 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

Robert – Reviewed 7 Sep 2021

Excellent

All good in the main, great resort. Hoever it was extremely hot (38 degrees) and they decided not to include the ice boxes on the buggies due to covid.. which doesnt make sense to me. Other than that it was very good

Stuart – Reviewed 17 Aug 2021

4.0

Average

Waiting on every shot again. It spoilt the experience and I would avoid the Quinta courses if you don’t like very slow golf. Tee times were 8 mins apart for four balls which is a little tight but I suppose they are keen to get as many people out on the course as they can. Be warned

Philip – Reviewed 15 Aug 2021

Excellent

Great course, location and facilities

Tom – Reviewed 13 Aug 2021

Excellent

Anthony – Reviewed 8 Oct 2020

Excellent

New club house under construction so temporary facilities were basic. Lovely course but there are some long walks between holes

Simon – Reviewed 14 Feb 2020

6.0

Good

A disappointment compared to the South and Larangal courses. The first five and last four holes are interesting, but the intermediate ones are dull, ugly, and separated by long walks through unattractive areas. You have to play the North as part of any package, but I'd avoid it if you can. Not a bad course, but well below the standards of the other two.

Chris – Reviewed 4 Jan 2020

Excellent

Tough opening day but a great course nonetheless.

Jon – Reviewed 28 Oct 2019

Excellent

Didn’t like the perimeter grass around edge of greens...some soggy wet patches with tough grass to chip through! Otherwise great course to play, with v tough back 9 if into wind!

Nathan – Reviewed 27 Oct 2019

Excellent

Fabulous course and facilities

David – Reviewed 19 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Attractive course but a lot of crossing roads to get to the tees.

Christine – Reviewed 18 Oct 2019

Excellent

Tim – Reviewed 13 Oct 2019

Excellent

Course in excellent condition

Charles – Reviewed 8 Oct 2019

8.0

Very Good

Very slow but we was told it would be compared with the others.5 hrs but still very enjoyable.very nice staff, clubhouse was walking distance from hotel.

Roy – Reviewed 22 Sep 2019

Excellent

Great condition and a good test staff were in a different league to San Lorenzo and Pinheiros. Best we played

Steve – Reviewed 13 Sep 2019

Excellent

Paradise.

Ian – Reviewed 10 Aug 2019

Excellent

Gary – Reviewed 18 May 2019

Excellent

Good course, challenging but playable.

John – Reviewed 15 May 2019

Excellent

Richard – Reviewed 14 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

I played the best golf here for a long time had a very satisfying par at the last.

Ken – Reviewed 13 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Colin – Reviewed 2 Apr 2019

Excellent

Amazing

Kevin – Reviewed 1 Apr 2019

Excellent

This was by far the best course we played another notch up fron Vale do Lobo. Greens again were quick and difficult as you expect in Portugal but condition of the fairways was superb.

Neil – Reviewed 26 Mar 2019

6.0

Good

Was looking forward to this course but found fairway conditions quite poor with the course over played, greens had been micro tined and slow compared to Laranjal. Back 9 more challenging and interesting. There are quite a few hikes between tees as it's definitely constructed for buggies. Wish we had opted for the south course now for the views .

Gill – Reviewed 6 Mar 2019

Excellent

Hadn't played here for a long time but will be back next year. It was a great experience from the time we arrived to when we left.

David – Reviewed 6 Nov 2018

6.0

Good

greens a bit slow some defaults on fairways and rough to much houses near fairways (even if some are very nice)

Gerard – Reviewed 26 Oct 2018

Excellent

Keith – Reviewed 25 Oct 2018

4.0

Average

After playing the south course the north course took 5 hours and 10 minutes. After playing the 1st went to the par 3 2nd and found 3 groups on that hole. 4 balls going out every 8 minutes. The entire round had 3 groups on every hole. This affected the rating and would give it thought before booking here.

Mark – Reviewed 15 Oct 2018

Excellent

Great course, quite a long way between green and tee in places so a buggy is a good idea

Charles – Reviewed 13 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

Good condition, greens well prepared. Staff very helpful.

Mike – Reviewed 11 Oct 2018

4.0

Average

Tessa – Reviewed 8 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

Nick – Reviewed 1 Oct 2018

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