Quinta do Lago South Golf Course, located in the luxurious Quinta do Lago estate in Algarve, Portugal, is an 18-hole championship course that was elegantly redesigned in 2014. The original course, designed by W. Mitchell & R. Roquemore in 1974, has been the arena for multiple Portuguese Open tournaments, highlighting its status and appeal among seasoned golfers.
This course, with its par 72 layout, is particularly friendly to the long hitter. However, it does encourage players to strategize their route for optimal scoring. With both loops running anti-clockwise, the first nine favors a draw, while the second set prefers a fade from the tee. Golfers are also kept on their toes with lakes featured on holes 3, 15, and 17. Moreover, holes 8, 10, 15, and 18 test scratch players, while holes 2, 3, 5, 12, 13, and 17 are known to be generous for birdies.
Complementing the stunning course are facilities like a driving range, a putting green, a pro shop, a golf academy, and a restaurant & bar. For a more convenient golfing experience, buggies and club sets are available for rent.
A significant portion of golfers visiting the Quinta do Lago area often opt for the Quinta do Lago South course more than once. The course is bustling with golfers in October while quieter in January. Besides Quinta do Lago South, golfers also frequent nearby courses such as Laranjal, Quinta do Lago North in Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo Ocean, Old Course in Vilamoura, and Vale do Lobo Royal in Vale do Lobo. Quinta do Lago South is managed by the Quinta do Lago company.
Quinta do Lago South Golf Course summarized information:
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Quinta do Lago, Algarve, Portugal |
| Course Layout | 18 holes, Par 72 |
| Facilities | Driving Range, Putting Green, Pro Shop, Golf Academy, Restaurant & Bar |
| Equipment Rental | Buggies & Clubs |
| Architect | W. Mitchell & R. Roquemore (1974) |
| Company | Quinta do Lago |
| Repeat Bookings | Around one-fifth of visiting golfers play Quinta do Lago South more than once |
| Busiest Month | October |
| Quietest Month | January |
| Popular Nearby Courses | Laranjal, Quinta do Lago North (Quinta do Lago), Vale do Lobo Ocean, Old Course (Vilamoura), Vale do Lobo Royal (Vale do Lobo) |
