4 Nights, Unlimited Rounds
Found on Portugal's Atlantic coast and neighbouring the famous Oitavos Dunes, Quinta da Marinha Resort is a proper Lisbon-region favourite for golfers who want championship golf without being miles from the action. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones and, in my opinion, it's one of those layouts that keeps you honest from the first tee. It's regularly referenced as one of his standout European designs, including in our round-up of the best golf courses around Lisbon, and it's hosted a number of professional competitions over the years.
Location-wise, it's an easy win. You're around 30 minutes from Lisbon for food, nightlife and a bit of culture, and roughly 10 minutes from Cascais for that relaxed seaside feel. That makes Quinta da Marinha a smart base if your group wants great golf by day and options off the course once the last putt drops.
Accommodation is five-star throughout, with stylish rooms and balconies looking out across the course with the Sintra Mountains in the background. Whether you're travelling as a couple, a society or a family group, you've got the choice of the main hotel for convenience or self-catered villas for extra space and privacy.
Who is this for?
Golfers who want a high-quality Lisbon base with easy transfers, top golf nearby and plenty to do in Cascais and the capital.
Who is it best for?
Groups and couples who like a strategic, well-conditioned test and want spa time and strong dining options after the round.
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The course has recently been used for a PGA Challenge Tour event, and despite its youth is a fantastic mature test. Set against the astounding backdrop of the Atlantic Coast, the course measures 6,419 yards from the championship tees, and is a terrific test for every player, be it the professionals or the average golfer.
The par-71 layout is undoubtedly a hidden gem of Europe, where you can enjoy an outstanding round of golf while you gaze over the rugged Atlantic coastline that makes Portugal's Western area so special.
Quinta da Marinha is a great place for some tuition, where the resident PGA professionals use the same technology that Tiger Woods utilises to streamline his swing.
In 2007 Quinta da Marinha hosted the best from the Challenge Tour as the venue of the Estoril Challenge de Portugal which was won by Surrey golfer Ross McGowan. McGowan's -12 total, which included a 66 in the final round, was good enough to claim the title and the 20,800 euro first prize.
Signature Hole: Hole 13, Par 4, 334 yards (White Tees), SI 8
While much of Quinta Da Marinha is threaded with beauty, boasting some stunning scenery of the Sintra mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, the 13th deserves a special mention. The luscious fairway rolls down towards the sea, before you are greeted with a green possessing some spectacular panoramic views. This picturesque par 4 is one of the most famous holes of Portuguese golf and it is to no wonder that the hole was used for many years to promote “golf in Portugal”.
| Par | 71 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Robert Trent Jones Snr. |
| Opened for play | 1984 |
| Previously hosted | Ladies Professional European Circuit (1988), PGA Seniors Tour Championship (2002), Challenge Tour (2007) |
| White | 5,870 metres (6,420 yards) | SSS 73 |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 5,595 metres (6,113 yards) | SSS 71 |
| Blue | 5,127 metres, (5,607 yards) | SSS 71 |
| Red | 4,798 metres, (5,247 yards) | SSS 71 |
Quinta da Marinha gives you two good routes, depending on how your trip is shaping up. The main hotel is the easiest option if you want everything under one roof, with rooms set up for proper downtime after 18 holes. Expect private balconies, air conditioning, satellite TV and in-room safes as standard, plus those fairway and mountain views that make the morning coffee feel deserved. The setting is peaceful, the facilities are modern and the backdrop of the Sintra range gives the place a bit of character that you don't always get at resort hotels.
If you're travelling with a larger group, or you just like having your own space, the resort's 44 villas are ideal. You get a separate living area, a kitchenette for breakfasts and snacks and a larger balcony, which makes them a strong shout for longer stays and self-catered golf weeks. The layout suits societies, multi-generational groups and anyone who prefers a bit more independence without sacrificing quality or location. You're still on-site, still close to the course and still within easy reach of everything the resort offers.
Facilities-wise, the Health Club is not trying to be a mega spa, but it covers what most golfers actually use: pool, sauna, Turkish bath, gym and massage options for tight shoulders and tired legs. There's also the Ritual Spa for more treatment-led sessions if you're making this a golf and relaxation break. If you fancy moving without holding a club, guided running routes around the resort are a nice extra, particularly if you want to explore the surrounding countryside without having to plan it yourself.
Food and drink is a real plus here. Five Pines leans into Portuguese classics with a modern edge, served in a stylish dining room that works for both casual dinners and something a bit more special. Monte Mar is the seafood spot, sourcing the daily catch from local waters and preparing it with care. Cosi Fan Tutte takes care of Italian favourites in a relaxed setting. When you're done for the day, the Trent Jones Bar, named in honour of the course architect, is the obvious last stop for a nightcap and a post-round debrief. It's the sort of place where you can settle in with a drink and review the day's play without feeling rushed.
Jeffrey
✓22 Jun 2026
Fantastic hotel in great location. Very friendly staff always accommodating.
Dionne
✓29 Apr 2026
Fabulous hotel in a great location close to Caiscais and Lisbon, rooms beautifully decorated with lots of thoughtful touches. There were a number of food options, all fresh and well presented
Fiona
✓14 Apr 2026
We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely staff and very close to the clubhouse and CasCais.
James
✓14 Apr 2026
Definitely a more mature vibe about the hotel. Nice and quiet location overlooking the course. Rooms recently refurbished and there is some construction work going on but it’s not noisy and didn’t affect our stay.
Carl
✓24 Mar 2026
The room was very nice and comfortable and clean. The location to the gold course was excellent with a driving range next door and a shuttle bus to the 1st tee. We decided to walk to the tee rather than wait for a shuttle which took about 10 mins.
Tom
✓20 Mar 2026
Michael
✓27 Aug 2025
The clubhouse was closed to the public which hugely affected the experience
Pat
✓5 Jun 2025
Excellent - perfect for a golf tour and even a more extended stay
Elaine
✓18 Apr 2025
Trevor
✓2 Apr 2025
Beri
✓17 Aug 2026
This was my favorite course of the trip. It was the perfect level of challenging and fun. It's also very forgiving with open fairways and very few fairway bunkers. The course itself was pristine and all players on the course had a friendly vibe that made it so much more enjoyable to sit back and play a relaxing round of golf, focused purely on fun. The staff were very helpful and even cleaned my equipment for me once I returned the golf cart to the reception. I would recommend this course to anyone going to Lisbon.
Jeffrey
✓22 Jun 2026
This course has improved a lot over yhe year's
Rajesh
✓17 Jun 2026
Nice but needs a bit of maintenance
Gestur
✓12 Jun 2026
Michael
✓10 Jun 2026
Course in reasonable condition . Nice selection of holes . Greens were good.
Tom
✓27 May 2026
Harder than expected but course conditions were good. Ravine Par 3 a highlight. Good service before and after apart from not having longest drive and nearest the pin markers despite confirming that they didn't via email
Chris
✓27 May 2026
worst of the bunch - wont be playing this again. the facilities are poor - driving range and set up is poor as well. slow round of golf with poor holes.
Stu
✓27 May 2026
Having read a lot of reviews about this golf course I was a bit dubious on arrival however was pleasantly surprised with it, a bit like our first course it was a little bit scruffy around the edges but ultimately a very nice course
John
✓13 May 2026
This is the second time I have played here the course is fairly flat and the water doesn't really come into play i think if you played it regularly you could achieve some good scores
Chiu Chu Annie
✓6 May 2026
