Golf Holidays and Golf breaks in Estoril hotels

Estoril Golf Holidays (17) and golf breaks in Estoril Golf Hotels

Estoril is a charming resort town located right next to Cascais. It has a lot of history, culture and a great gastronomy.

Estoril is located 40 minutes by train from Lisbon and 30 minutes from Lisbon Airport.

Estoril became a big tourist destination after the opening of the Casino Estoril, one of the biggest casinos in Europe. The casino, unmissable for every tourist, is the main attraction in the town after the beautiful beaches. It was here that Ian Fleming got the idea for the first James Bond novel, "Casino Royale".

Where to stay in Estoril during your golf holidays

James Bond, On Her Majesty’s Service, the sixth movie of the saga, was partially filmed in Palácio Hotel, the main hotel in Estoril. This magnificent hotel is surrounded by lovely gardens and a huge golf course. It's close to Estoril's casino and convention center. Guests of Palácio Estoril can use the Elements Spa by Banyan Tree's indoor swimming pool, sauna, Turkish bath, hammam, and gym for free.

Vila Galé Estoril, located about 20 kilometers from Lisbon, impresses with pleasant service and an outstanding position. It features an outdoor pool, a gym, a bar, and the Inevitável restaurant, which offers a modern and stylish ambiance.

The Hotel Inglaterra is a modern and comfortable establishment. Ideal for a couple or a group of friends looking to visit the area and play some golf. The Hotel Inglaterra is located in the center of Estoril, near the Estoril Casino and the Congress Center, walking distance to the Tamariz beach, and 20 minutes from some great golf courses such as Oitavos, Estoril, Penha Longa, and Quinta da Marinha.

Hotel Estoril Eden is located on the coast between Estoril and Cascais, about 200 meters from the beach. The hotel has a pool, a fitness room, a jacuzzi, a restaurant, and the hotel rooms are soundproof.

Where to play golf in Estoril during your golf holidays

Estoril Golf Club, created in 1929 by Fausto de Figueiredo, was once a 9-hole course. The older 9th hole was eliminated in the new design, and the fairway of the 13th hole - the famed Patio's hole - was altered such that it now has a dogleg to the right and the second shot is played from the location where the old green was placed. Finally, the 16th hole has a new green, but it is still a par 3, and many players believe it to be one of the best holes in Portugal.

Penha Longa Atlantic Championship is located in the parklands of what was once a highly opulent 14th-century monastic complex. This course and its surroundings, which include a residential development, look to have been built with no money spared. The 18-hole course's topographical layout is across softly wooded hills, which adds to its overall charm. The course features fascinating water hazards, some high greens, and the difficulty of strong winds on occasion. Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed this golf course and it requires ability from even the most seasoned golfers.

Penha Longa Monastery is both an adrenaline rush and a calming ride through one of Portugal's most inspiring landscapes, with its daring drives, courageous approaches, and exquisite greens. The first and last holes share a wooded valley in the shadow of the rocky mountains, while others arc and plunge over fragrant hillsides. This course wraps around the resort's historical heart and is the ideal complement to The Atlantic Course for guests who arrive late in the afternoon but still want to play a game of golf.

What to do in Estoril during your golf holidays

The most popular beach is Tamariz, which is also good for families vacationing with young children. If you want to experience Estoril’s vivid nightlife, Tamariz Bar is the place for you.

Rata Beach, a 12-minute walk west of Tamariz, is another great place. In the opposite way, you'll find Poça Beach and Azarujinha Beach, two beaches that can be reached on foot in under 15 minutes. It's worth it if you have the energy to see them all!

The Portuguese Music Museum, in Casa Verdades de Faria, is a fantastic reason to take a tour through Estoril, nestled between mansions and farmland in a microclimate that allows for warm temperatures all year.

Estoril is also well-known for its love of sports. The Estoril Autodrome hosts international car races, and the Estoril Golf Club is one of the oldest and most recognizable in Portugal. The Estoril Open is an international tennis tournament held on clay courts in Estoril, Portugal. There are several opportunities to stroll, trek, and cycle through a variety of landscapes. Football lovers should watch a game of the local team Estoril-Praia, currently in the Portuguese first division, playing at António Coimbra da Mota Stadium.

The golf courses, which overlook Estoril and the sea, are set among eucalyptus, mimosas, and pine trees, adding a distinctly colorful touch that demands good strategies and difficulties in accuracy rather than distance.

You should also go to Cabo da Roca, which is close to Estoril. It is the westernmost point of mainland Europe and was thought to be the end of the world until the 14th century.

FIARTIL, the country's oldest handicraft fair, which takes place here every year throughout the summer, is an opportunity to explore the most traditional crafts and sample a wide selection of regional items that demonstrate quality in the Portuguese gastronomy.

This town also has several centuries-old attractions, the most notable of which is the Church of Santo António, which was built in the 16th century on the foundation of an even older church.

What to eat in Estoril during your golf holidays

Estoril has a lot of waterfront restaurants with great Portuguese cuisine and, as every cosmopolitan town, has plenty of restaurants of different cuisines, like Chinese or Italian. It will be very easy to find a nice restaurant in this town