Penina Championship: course guide
The Algarve's first golf course, built by Henry Cotton on former rice fields; a former Portuguese Open venue that is easy to walk.
- Area
- Western Algarve
- Town
- Portimão
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Henry Cotton (1966)
- Green fee (18 holes)
- peak season €80–€140
- Price band
- Mid-range
- From Faro Airport
- 45 to 75 minutes (area estimate)
- Walking
- Walkable
Green fees as published, checked 13 November 2026: Algarve Tourist: Algarve golf courses (updated 25 Aug 2026) · Golf for Kings: Algarve green fees (reviewed June 2026). Rates change with season and tee time: confirm for your dates.
What to expect
The Algarve's first golf course, built by Henry Cotton on former rice fields; a former Portuguese Open venue that is easy to walk.
Character: Flat parkland with eucalyptus and water.
Who it suits
- All handicaps.
- Comfortable to walk for most golfers.
- Good value for the quality: a strong second or third round in a trip.
Where it sits on the map
Pair it with
Base yourself in the Western Algarve (Lagos, Luz, Alvor, Portimão, Carvoeiro, Silves) to play these courses without long drives.
Two golfers or twenty: tell us dates and nights, and up to three Algarve operators send a package including this course.
Questions golfers ask
How far is Penina Championship from Faro Airport?
Courses in the Western Algarve are typically 45 to 75 minutes from Faro Airport by road, depending on traffic.
Is Penina Championship expensive?
It sits in our mid-range band. Rates change with the season and time of day: check the course's own rate for your dates.
Can high handicappers play Penina Championship?
Yes, it is playable for most handicaps.