3 Nights, 2 Rounds
Pestana Vila Sol Golf & Resort sits in the Algarve countryside among fig and almond trees, with Vilamoura's marina, beaches and nightlife only a short hop away. You're about 25 minutes from Faro Airport, which makes it an easy win for long weekends and society trips where nobody wants a marathon transfer.
The on-site course is a full 27 holes, laid out as three nine-hole loops. It's got a bit of tour pedigree too, having hosted the Portuguese Open in 1992 and 1993. In practical terms, that means you can build your golf around the resort, then mix in a couple of big-name rounds nearby. The Old Course Vilamoura and The Els Club Vilamoura are both within 15 minutes, so it's simple to turn a relaxed resort stay into a full on "best-of-Vilamoura" itinerary.
Off the course, Vila Sol works because it keeps everyone happy. There are three outdoor pools, a well-equipped spa for post-round recovery and Green Pines Restaurant on-site. If you fancy a change of scene, you can dip into Vilamoura for dinner and drinks, then be back in peace and quiet for the night.
Who is this for?
Golfers and groups looking for a quality Algarve golf resort with on-site golf, strong facilities and quick access to Vilamoura.
Who is it best for?
Societies and mixed-ability groups who want a sociable base, easy logistics and the option to rotate between resort golf and nearby championship courses.
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The Prime loop is considered by locals to be the most difficult at Vila Sol, measuring 3,241 metres, where negotiating the tough opening holes requires accurate and powerful driving. The penalties for missing the fairways are severe, so placing the ball strategically from the tee is of paramount importance.
| Par | 36 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Donald Steel |
| Opened for play | 1991 |
| White | 3,241 metres |
|---|---|
| Yellow | 3,032 metres |
| Red | 2,728 metres |
The Challenge loop is generally known as the back nine of Vila Sol's testing championship layout, but as opposed to the exacting tee shots of the Prime, its main defences are the heavily undulating greens. Be sure to keep the ball below the hole, as putting downhill here can be treacherous to say the least.
| Par | 36 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Donald Steel |
| Opened for play | 1991 |
| White | 3,152 metres |
|---|---|
| Yellow | 2,943 metres |
| Red | 2,678 metres |
The Prestige is Vila Sol's shortest nine, at 3,122 metres, but is certainly no pushover; while Steel only worked a mere five bunkers into his design, he skillfully manipulated the indigenous features of the land to create a demanding test. The fairways are narrow on the Prestige, so be sure to keep it straight from the tee.
Vila Sol is also home to a comprehensive golf academy, where the lessons and clinics utilise the latest tuition technology, and can be tailor-made to target specific areas of weakness.
The 6th on the Prime is the resort's signature, an astounding par-5 where you must hit three great shots to weave through the numerous lakes that threaten all around.
| Par | 36 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Donald Steel |
| Opened for play | 1991 |
| White | 3,122 metres |
|---|---|
| Yellow | 2,937 metres |
| Red | 2,631 metres |
| White | 6,393 metres | SSS 74.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,975 metres | SSS 72.3 |
| Red | 5,406 metres | SSS 75.0 |
| White | 6,274 metres | SSS 72.3 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,880 metres | SSS 70.0 |
| Red | 5,309 metres | SSS 72.5 |
| White | 6,363 metres | SSS 73.6 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,969 metres | SSS 71.6 |
| Red | 5,359 metres | SSS 74.5 |
Vila Sol is also home to a comprehensive golf academy, where the lessons and clinics utilise the latest tuition technology and can be tailor-made to target specific areas of weakness.
The hotel at Pestana Vila Sol Golf & Resort has 189 rooms and suites and sits roughly 50 metres from the course, so getting from breakfast to the first tee is as easy as it should be on a golf trip. The building is arranged around a central hub of public areas, which gives it a sociable feel for groups, especially if you're travelling as a society or with a few couples.
Rooms are modern and spacious, with views over the lakes, gardens or the golf course. Expect the usual five-star comforts such as air conditioning, satellite TV and en-suite bathrooms, plus enough space to keep clubs and kit out of the way. If you're booking for a group, it's worth asking about room locations so you can stay close to the main facilities or near each other.
When you're not playing, there's plenty on-site. The resort has three outdoor swimming pools, a jacuzzi and a wellness area with sauna and steam room, handy after 18 or 27 holes. There are also three tennis courts and a kids' club, which makes Vila Sol a solid option for family trips or mixed groups where not everyone is playing every day.
The Vila Sol SPA is the go-to for recovery, with a range of treatments available if you want to loosen up before the next round. For food, Green Pines Restaurant serves a broad international menu on-site, and Vilamoura Marina is close enough for an easy evening out whenever you fancy switching things up. The atmosphere is informal but polished, and you'll find most of what you need without having to leave the resort if you'd rather keep things simple.
Matthew
✓5 Jul 2026
Lewis
✓16 Jun 2026
Sam
✓14 Jun 2026
Timothy
✓30 May 2026
Staff were great and couldn't be more helpful, with the exception of one chap in the golf shop who was quite rude when approached for range use 30 mins before it closed on 15/5. Facilities really good. Breakfast options unbelievable. NB - Transfer from airport to hotel wasn't there so had to wait 45 mins for one to be sent. Transfer from hotel to Alto course on 16/5 did not arrive and had been forgotten by company. Thank you to Miguel who contacted ATS and arranged another. Knock on effect was arriving at course at tee time with no time to warm up etc.
Sam
✓8 May 2026
Oliver
✓4 May 2026
The staff are very nice. The rooms are a bit tiered now and need refurbishment. When having a shower, the water flooded the bathroom, then made its way to the front door(not safe) The main let down is the driving range. We were not aloud on at 11am friday ,because it was reserved for members. But we were told that tomorrow you willbe fine! So the next day at 10am we went to go on the range again. "Sorry it closed,reserved for children's lessons" I was not best pleased with this, as we have paid a lot of money to play here and would like to warm up. After abit of back and forth, they said to give them 10 minutes to see what they can do. Eventually ,one of the staff came out and gave us 2 tokens for some balls. The member of staff was quite embarrassed and said right a reveiw as it is not good. But then mentioned that there will be now driving range by the end of the year, as they are building houses on it. Its a shame but I won't be going again.
Mike
✓3 May 2026
Unfortunately the rooms were barely big enough to fit two sets of clubs and luggage. The booking said we’d be upgraded ‘subject to availability’ but this did not happen despite the hotel being largely empty. Furthermore, large portions of the hotel were without hot water for 36hrs and we had no towels on two occasions. Would not recommend.
Matthew
✓1 May 2026
The hotel is remote , but great restaurants are only a cheap uber away . The breakfast has something for everyone . The seperior hotel room was spacious and the bed was very comfy, Fridge and tea/coffee provided and a safe . Plenty space to meet and socialize with your group . The swimming pool and gym were both very good .
Steven
✓28 Apr 2026
Accommodation was fine if a little small and we had a fair trek to the reception/leisure facilities.
Aron
✓22 Apr 2026
Great trip! Everything made extremely easy! Had an amazing time and the golf courses were great.
James
✓6 Sep 2026
Tree lined, need to be accurate
Duncan
✓28 Jul 2026
Decent golf course staff very friendly okay? Experience
Clark
✓7 Jul 2026
Matthew
✓5 Jul 2026
Frank
✓1 Jul 2026
Alister
✓30 Jun 2026
Great course very difficult lots of trees. Pestana policy of not allowing you to book buggies is so wrong . We where refused buggies yet people teeing off after us where getting buggies had to argue are case for more than 30 minutes eventually got 3 buggies and two electric trolley which cost more than buggy per person absolute joke not what you want each time you play worry about wether you can get a buggy . Which is why we won’t be playing or staying pestana courses again
Lewis
✓16 Jun 2026
The inability to pre book buggies is an issue
Michael
✓15 Jun 2026
Sam
✓14 Jun 2026
Douglas
✓2 Jun 2026
No buggies, trolleys, electric trolleys, pull trolleys, none available , carry only , not good for us senior golfers in 30degs , managed to get two buggies after five holes still charged full price , shame , nice course .
