Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf
Course Information
Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf, Faro is designed by Sir Henry Cotton
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Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf Information & Reviews for 2025
Address: Quinta Alto do Vale, Quatro Estradas, Faro, 8501-906 Alvor Portugal
Tel: +351 282 460 870
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Reviews
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.96
AVERAGE RATING 3.7
(based on 80 reviews)
5 star
19
4 star
34
3 star
19
2 star
6
1 star
2
RECOMMENDATIONS
90%
would play again or recommend
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What the club says: The last course designed by the legendry Sir Henry Cotton, Alto Golf embodies his belief that a golf course should test players with low handicaps but also provide a pleasant game for golfers of only average ability. Situated near the picturesque village of Alvor, the course offers extraordinary white sandy beaches, clear blue sea and fascinating cliffs which all add to its charm and character.
The par 72 course traverses two gently sloping valleys with the front nine offering stunning views of the bay of Lagos. The back nine, set against rolling slopes, offers quite a test and includes the (quite frankly) remarkable Sir Henry Cotton Challenge - a huge par 5. At 661 yards, it requires concentration and skill to ensure a respectable score. With gently undulating greens, the course also challenges your putting ability.
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Terry S rated 1 out of 5
Reviewed May 2 2025
The hardest course I've ever played
This is just the hardest course I've ever played and because of such I struggled to enjoy it. The holes are very close together, which makes for a tricky and dangerous round made even more so with tight tree lined fairways all appear to be designed by a right handed player who doesn't want to give left handed players a chance. Mis-managed with insistence of play in 4 balls even if you have a small group of 6, 2 groups of 3 in your own little competition. Did not like that at all. Very disappointed with the day. Nice clubhouse though.Reviewer Rating
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Mike F rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 19 2024
Course in very good condition despite lots of rain on the night before and preceding days. Greens and fairways in very good condition. Well managed, and looked after course.
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Steven C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed May 8 2023
Another superb course as part of the Pestana facilities, easily in the best condition (compared to Gramacho and Silves) although the other courses were nothing to complain about. A large clubhouse, again with friendly staff and the same menu is exactly what we wanted after the round. Pace of play was a little slow but nothing to really complain about on a holiday tour. Tee shots are often tight and (as with the other courses) driver is often not the club. The course was challenging but not to the extent that the group didn't enjoy the round (hcps 14 - 26).
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John C rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 18 2022
Alto Golf
Really nice tight tree lined course so have to be accurate off the tee. Most greens on a plateau so a lot of run off and greens quite small so have to be accurate.Course in good condition and enjoyed the challenge.
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Andy T rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 14 2022
Last Leg of our Portugal Trip
I've never played on a more tight, beautiful course than this, a unique setting, not for big hitters that's for sure. You needed to be very accurate and controlled. The greens were lush and held the ball well. We were all a bit jaded by this time, usual Golf trip headaches, backaches, etc but Alto is a wonderful tree-lined course, and I for one cannot wait to come back.Reviewer Rating
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David N rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 5 2022
Back again
Course was extremely dry and the conditions were hot and very windy a challenge on a calm day average round on here for me Selgado tomorrowReviewer Rating
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Rodger, Durham rated 4.5 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 7 2022
Enjoyed a late afternoon tee off. Friendly staff got me out early as it was quiet. I had been warned about sanding of the greens when I booked but the greens were still true. Decent layout and great value as a twilight rate from 3pm.
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Cheryl M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 8 2020
Resort course
This resort course has two tees red and yellow only. It winds between houses and apartments. Out of the Pestana family of courses this is my least favourite. Do not get me wrong it is perfectly adequate but it lacks atmosphere.Reviewer Rating
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David N rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 30 2020
Golf in the sun
beautiful course great location great playing partner a course to play in the Algarve play on every visit(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 94 Handicap: 11.4)
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Nigel M rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 20 2019
Difficult narrow fairways.
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Chris J rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 21 2019
Really nice course a bit wet on front nine but greens were good and true and all staff were helpful
(Round played: Sep 2019 - Score: 104 Handicap: 23.4)
(Round played: Sep 2019 - Score: 104 Handicap: 23.4)
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Phil S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 10 2019
A short but tough track
Course in good condition, particularly the greens. The fairways had clearly been watered, in fact many of them too watered as it was soft under feet which impacted ball contact at times. Club facilities and friendliness of bar staff were, as always, first classReviewer Rating
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Derrick L rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed May 23 2019
Tiger Tour 2019 - Day 4
Only 5 of us left on tour to play this and it was in okay condition and we played as a 5 ball taking 2 hours 45 minutes to play the18 holes!!!(Round played: May 2019 - Score: 89 Handicap: 11.9)
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Mark H rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 11 2019
Great course
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Phil S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 5 2018
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Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf Facilities & Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a driving range at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes there is a driving range at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf which will be accessible prior to visiting and open for use.
Is there a golf clubhouse at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes there is a golf clubhouse at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf.
Is there a golf pro shop at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes there is a golf pro shop which you can access prior to your round of golf or visit to the golf club.
Are there changing facilities at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes you can access changing rooms and facilities at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf.
Can you hire buggies at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Buggy hire is available and will be subject to availability. Call prior to your visit to confirm you requirements.
Can you hire golf clubs at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes you can hire golf clubs but these will be subject to availability. Contact Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf prior to your visit to confirm your requirements.
Is there a bar at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes there is bar.
Is there a restaurant at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes you can order food for dining at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf
Is there accommodation at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
No, we are unaware of accommodation being available.
Are there functions rooms available to hire at Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf?
Yes there is the option to hire out function or conference rooms. Contact Pestana Golf Resort - Alto Golf for further details.
