3 Nights, 2 Rounds
Silves doesn't hide what it is, a tough, undulating test that rewards golfers who think their way round. Bring your A-game and you'll enjoy picking lines off the tee, managing the slopes and shaping approaches into greens that ask for real commitment. If the swing isn't quite there, the setting helps take the edge off.
The routing rises and falls across the landscape, so expect a good mix of elevated tee shots, hanging lies and approaches where club selection matters. Reach the high points and the views open out across the countryside, which makes the climb worth it on its own.
On a layout this demanding, consistency underfoot counts. Conditioning is generally very strong, so you can trust what you're seeing and focus on decisions rather than dodgy bounces.
Newer golfers and higher handicappers can still have a cracking day here, just arrive with the right expectations. Tee it up from the forward markers, keep the pace moving and soak up the scenery. A buggy is worth considering if the undulations look daunting. An earlier tee time usually brings calmer conditions and the best light on the elevated holes.
Who is this for?
Golfers who like a challenge, enjoy imaginative design and want a round with memorable views. It's a solid pick for couples, small groups and societies with mixed handicaps, as long as everyone's happy with a sterner test.
Who is it best for?
Low to mid handicappers will get the most out of Silves, where smart strategy and confident ball-striking are rewarded.
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Silves is a strategic course through and through, and the mind games start from the off.
An aggressive, high quality tee shot that skirts the water encroaching from both sides will leave you with a short, straightforward approach shot to a generous green. The alternative is to play more conservatively from the tee but leave yourself a long uphill shot in that will much harder to judge from back down the fairway. It sets the tone for a course that is set-up to present risks and rewards in equal measure.
The bunkering, in particular, is situated to catch out big hitters, but longer players do not enjoy a massive advantage here. While there are six high quality par-3 holes ranging between 150-220 yards, it is the four par-5s that are, arguably, the most memorable holes. The 13th sums up what this course is all about. A par 5 with an elevated tee, it offers up some stunning views. A tricky second shot leaves the player with the dilemma of going for the green in two or negotiating a dogleg left protected by a large water hazard.
It might be hard to concentrate on such course management issues when the vast majority of holes offer spectacular mountain and valley views overlooking palm trees and olive groves. But if you want to make a score at Silves you'll need to keep your wits about you at all times!
| Par | 70 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Jose Matias and Peter Booth |
| Opened for play | 2006 |
| White | 5,615 metres | SSS 69.3 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,256 metres | SSS 67.7 |
| Red | 4,728 metres | SSS 73.3 |
Barry
✓14 Oct 2026
Out of the three we played enjoyed this the least. Greens were very patchy / bare in places. Club house lovely. Should have put some club house into greens, would improve experience
Paul
✓27 Sep 2026
Great course, really enjoyed it.
Geoff
✓20 Sep 2026
Buggies necessary, very scenic with lots of steep elevation changes. Greens receptive and surface ok, fairways generally good, bunkers firm. Keep to fairways. Staff friendly and 19th very pleasant 🍻
Paul
✓16 Aug 2026
Alister
✓30 Jun 2026
Lovely inland course with some interesting holes
Joe
✓29 Jun 2026
Theo
✓22 Jun 2026
Graham
✓17 Jun 2026
Robert
✓13 Jun 2026
David
✓10 Jun 2026
