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Paul
Bushell
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 13th Feb 2019 Cotswold Tour 2019 A fantastic course. Superb variety of holes with great greens. Would highly recommend. |
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Alastair
from Scotland, UK
on Thu, 24th Jan 2019 Palmares Golf My favourite course in the Algarve. The layout on all three loops of nine is excellent and the variety of parkland and links tests your game! Views are stunning and no-one should be disappointed if they visit. |
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Carol
from Ireland
on Mon, 31st Dec 2018 Lovely but slow. Beautiful course but unfortunately took nearly 5 hours to get around. No stewards there moving things along. |
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Paul
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 23rd Oct 2018 Course good Excellent course enjoyed the variety. Only negative the temporary clubhouse and the surrounding work. |
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Nigel
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 22nd Oct 2018 Enjoyable although we weren't able to choose which 18 holes out of the 27 we played. We missed holes 10 to 18 which I understand are the best. The course was very busy & fairly expensive compared to others in the area. |
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Ursula
from Ireland
on Wed, 10th Oct 2018 A most enjoyable experience |
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Graham
Barron
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 3rd Oct 2018 Visually stunning 27 holes. This is 3 loops of nine built into the hills running down to the beach and is visually stunning with great views. The rough is very rough so you need to be a straight hitter. Par 4s are very long. Well worth playing not crowded and you get a nice breeze off the sea after lunch. Small clubhouse but good facilities and very friendly. |
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Keith
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 28th Sep 2018 The course is fantastic and I would have given it 5 stars had it not been for the lack of decent pro shop and club house especially with so much money being spent elsewhere. |
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Andrew
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 12th Sep 2018 Great course with spectacular views Beautiful views and a really wonderful course. Definitely my favourite Algarve course. 3 different loops of 9 holes make it different and interesting every time. There are some spectacular holes/sea views on this course. |
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David
Moore
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 12th Sep 2018 Great holes Obliging staff |
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Schuler
Johann + Heidi
from Switzerland
on Mon, 10th Sep 2018 Challenging golf course |
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Paul
Dix
from United Kingdom
on Thu, 26th Jul 2018 Palmeres coastal delight By UK 5 handicap ... Fantastic location, fun course awesome views. The surrounding area still somewhat under construction / a building site (July 2018) but once we found the course was well worth it |
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Andreas
from Germany
on Wed, 25th Jul 2018 Excellent course Excellent course, fantastic and demanding greens. No real signature holes from 1-18... |
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Bjorn
Egertz
from Sweden
on Mon, 23rd Jul 2018 Algarve Links course Nice and fun links course with some difficulties. |
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Damian
from Portugal
on Mon, 23rd Jul 2018 Palmares golf. A great calling course. A challenging course especially the holes from 19-27. We play 10-18 As our front nine. Course was in great shape , in a beautiful location overlooking Lagos, the long beach next to it and the estuary that feeds up to Alvor. A little bit expensive but worth it. Staff all very helpful. |
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Pamela
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 29th Jun 2018 A must for Golfers of all standards Still my favourite. Interesting, colourful and a good golfing venue. |
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Maurice
Murphy
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 20th Jun 2018 A pleasure to play this special golf course |
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Steve
Paddison
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 20th Jun 2018 Palates now and then In the middle of expanding the complex. Course now difficult to find. Staff friendly. Played Lagos and Praia and in good nick though busy. They were happy to let us go out as a 2 ball. Somehow preferred it when there were only 18 holes. |
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Neil
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 28th May 2018 loved it would play again |
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Neil
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 28th May 2018 palmarès golf course the course at palmares was in great condition i was pared up with 3 member we played 1-18 of the 27 holes fantastic view would play this course gain |
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Sally
Villette
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 18th May 2018 Palmares Lagos &Praia Lagos & Praia- great courses in fabulous condition. Pace of play was a little slow but the views are worth it! |
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Sally
Villette
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 18th May 2018 Alvor & Lagos Played Alvor and Lagos 18 having played all three nines last year. Beautiful views from almost every hole. The courses were well prepared and running like an English summer!! The club house and toilets are tired and could definitely do with an upgrade. The Pro Shop staff are extremely helpful if the barman is a tad grumpy. All three courses are great to play and we will definitely return next year. |
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Anthony
from United Kingdom
on Thu, 17th May 2018 Stunning 27 holes but needing water and TLC Very dry. Course a little on the wild side, felt like it needed a bit of TLC. Enjoyable due stunning scenery. Course in need of a bit of quite a bit of water. True greens. Bunkers lacking sand and scruffy. Take a buggy. |
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Sean
Nyhan
from United States
on Tue, 15th May 2018 Played Alvor & Lagos 9's. The fairways weren't in great shape but the greens were really good. The Alvor 9 only had 3 memorable holes compared to the quality of the holes on the Lagos course. Some issues tho, the pace of play was a disgrace & there was no ranger to speed things up. A group ahead of us were waiting for their 2nd group to play certain holes & were waiting on the back of the greens rather than carrying on playing the next hole right away. JOKE! The 2nd was the price, almost €130 plus €40 for a buggy. Very poor value. Also we couldnt even get a sandwich when we returned to the clubhouse afterwards. The place seemed poorly kept compared to all the other resorts in the Algarve that I've played. |
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Mark
Sheppey
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 11th May 2018 a very different course for the algarve, totally different nines that we played in great condition, not as manicured as some of the others but a real honest trust test of golf with a very friendly atmosphere |
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steve
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 30th Apr 2018 A good course with excellent greens |
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Kenny
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 23rd Apr 2018 Great course.Poor management. All three 9 holes loops are great.However the golf was over shadowed by the total lack of organisation.We played 3 times in a week.Day 1 they had booked us for the Saturday instead of Monday.After checking e-mails they confirmed it was their mistake but as the course was fully booked we wouldn't be able to play!This was eventually resolved and we played 45 mins after booked time.3rd day took over 35mins to check in due to lack of staff in pro shop.It's a shame that i wouldn't return to play again due to the terrible off course management. |
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Esther
from Portugal
on Tue, 17th Apr 2018 Toilets???? The birdie book (6€!,,) is not very helpful, lack of hints about distance. Should be more precise. No proper toilets on the course. |
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Esther
from Portugal
on Tue, 17th Apr 2018 5 hours , definitely too long No proper toilets, description about distances in the birdie book should be better |
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Geoff
from United Kingdom
on Sun, 15th Apr 2018 Hurry up Great course , Veiws are fantastic! Just a word of warning , at one stage a coarse ranger came up to us, to ask if we were enjoying? It turned out it was a excuse to ask us to speed up! Well excuse me , as we were. right behind the group in front ,and two holes in front of the group behind,I questioned the request? Only to be told that he was trying to speed everybody up! We paid good money to play and I don’t think it’s very fair to put unnecessary pressure on our game! If they are over booking the coarse it’s not the customers fault! Having said that I would definitely play again! |
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Peter
from Germany
on Sun, 15th Apr 2018 Very good condition, always worth the money👍🏻 |
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Geoff
from United Kingdom
on Sun, 15th Apr 2018 Overloaded? I We played the Alvor & Praia sections very good ! Just one note ; at one stage we were asked by a coarse ranger, if we were enjoying ourselves; It turned out to be an excuse to ask us to speed up! Totally unnecessary as we were a clear two holes ahead of the group behind & right behind the group in front ? Very strange? I pointed this out to the ranger; this was met by a comment about speeding everybody up? If you are loading the coarse up to much ; please don’t put unnecessary pressure on your guests! |
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Paul
Bushell
from United Kingdom
on Thu, 8th Mar 2018 Had played the original 18 holes about 10 years ago but started on what must be a new 9. I was very impressed with the condition and layout. Unfortunately the thunder and lightning curtailed our round and we only played 6 holes. |
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Evan
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 6th Feb 2018 Beautiful course with some of the best golf views in the Algarve. Reason its only got 4 stars is it can get very crowded. |
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Alan
Horne
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 31st Jan 2018 Enjoyable course and views Well kept fairways and greens , great views, not too taxing, possibly the best in the region. |
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Terry
on Tue, 21st Nov 2017 Palmares Looking a bit worn and greens had lots of marks on them |
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Nick
from Portugal
on Wed, 8th Nov 2017 Enjoyable, challenging track Great layout and condition fairly good given weather extremes. Would play again. Played the back tees and was tight for first 6 holes then opened up to allow scoring. Service levels could lift a bit but young starter (forget his name) was very helpful and enthusiastic. |
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Sjas
on Thu, 2nd Nov 2017 Excellent course poor clubhouse |
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Ian
from United Kingdom
on Thu, 26th Oct 2017 Nearly a 5 star course The first three and last two holes are dull and uninspiring but in between is an excellent course. Great ocean views when teeing off on a number of holes. The tees and greens were in 5 star condition. The fairways were a bit patchy which is to be expected on a links course. If it wasn't for the fairways and the start and finish I would have rated this course 5 star. |
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Geoff
from United Kingdom
on Sat, 21st Oct 2017 Great Greens. Excellent course with fantastic views. |
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Jim
Parker
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 16th Oct 2017 Palmares is a gem Great courses and great staff ( Debra and Diane) in the pro shop. Unfortunately the day we went was very busy. We should have teed off at 14.10 and didn't get off until 14.40!! need marshalls on the course making sure speed of play is acceptable |
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Matthew
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 10th Oct 2017 Lovely Course. Lovely course. Played all 27 holes and the greens are consistent and smooth throughout. Would love to play again. Provides good value for twilight golf. |
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dick
durrant
from United Kingdom
on Sun, 8th Oct 2017 Very nice course. Staff could be better Enjoyed the course. Very busy but in decent condition. Very chaotic on arrival. Was told no buggy had been allocated and that it was not guaranteed with twilight bookings. This was the first we'd heard of this. Booking agency need to let people know this. We got one in the end though. Attitude of clubhouse was surly to the point of being rude. Because of 3 tee start and crossovers we teed off 25 mins late which meant we only got 16 holes in and the buggy ran out of juice too. Really enjoyed the golf course and would play it again, but the off course stuff leaves a lot to be desired hence the 3 stars. But for golf alone it would be 4 |
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Mike
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 2nd Oct 2017 Alvor & Lagos We played Alvor & Lagos which in my opinion are the two best nines. Course was in good condition views spectacular as always. |
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Kevin
from Ireland
on Thu, 28th Sep 2017 Course and Clubhouse hard to find As a former golf club manager, I know what to look for at a golf course. Road signage for the course is limited. I got lost...even with GPS! There is also next to no signage in the car park. I walked towards on building, figured it wasn't the Clubhouse, so I walked to a distant building. That wasn't the Clubhouse and I was told the first building was the Clubhouse. All in all, I spent about 8 minutes looking for Reception. The Reception and Golf Shop is tiny, but the staff were pleasant and helpful. We wanted lunch and eventually had to go and find a waiter and menus. The food was fine...standard golf club fare and our lunch came out quickly. I thoroughly enjoyed the course with a number of scenic, elevated tees (be warned, you do need a buggy). The fairways were generous and in good condition. Greens were also well condition but a wee bit on the slow side - typical in a number of Algarve course. The shaping and contouring of the greens was very good with moderate undulations (unlike Epiche). Overall, I would rate Palmares very highly. I am playing it again in a few days time. That says it all. |
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Sverker
from Denmark
on Sat, 23rd Sep 2017 Very interesant golf course, with challenges. Good standard and good greens. |
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David
Moore
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 13th Sep 2017 A great course in excellent condition. A tough but fair challenge for our group of mid range handicappers |
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Hans
from Austria
on Sat, 9th Sep 2017 From the hills to the sea Beautiful views, interesting shape |
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Barb
from Canada
on Tue, 5th Sep 2017 Definitely not worth the money or time The course is in just ok condition, and the clubhouse is absolutely awful - very old and run down. Some of the holes have scenic views of the ocean, but the bad condition of the course takes it all away. |
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Eamon
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 19th Jul 2017 Palmares Excellent courses. All Three. No stroke savers were available which for visiting good golfers is essential. Playing off white tees would also be a better option as otherwise it's a 4 iron off the tee for many holes. Maybe it's a bit rough around the edges on approach to club house and clubhouse itself. Boavista has a better feel for club house facilities. Views from course and veranda at club house are amazing. A little more investment in this area and I would have given it 10/10. |
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Clifford
on Sun, 2nd Jul 2017 Really worth the journey 3 great nine hole courses a bit off the beaten track but well worth the journey. Very quiet millionaires golf fantastic value for money |
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J.P.
from Netherlands
on Fri, 30th Jun 2017 Wunderfull linkscourse |
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Joachim
Robitzki
from United Kingdom
on Thu, 22nd Jun 2017 We had a lovely time at Palmares, however I played Palmares several times before the last 9 holes were added, and must say, a very good golf course was ruined. Palmares is no longer an attraction. |
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Jackie
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 16th Jun 2017 Fantastic views Will be a great course when building works finished. Very slow round- 5 hours. |
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Sally
Villette
from United Kingdom
on Thu, 18th May 2017 Six lady golfers! Friendly, welcoming staff greeted us and made sure we knew where to go. The course is great; interesting holes, well planned and very well maintained. Although busy, we were not held up. We would definitely play the course again on a return visit. |
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John
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 16th May 2017 Palmares in May Greens are a bit slower than in the past - seem to have a mix of grasses. They are true however. Also generally less tidy around the course. We still had a great round of golf with stunning views. |
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Pieter
from Netherlands
on Sat, 13th May 2017 We played the Praia and Alvor course of Palmares. I expected the Praia course to be a kind of links course, which I like very much. I played many links courses in Scotland. But for that the Praia course was too sloppy, I'm sorry to say. The Alvor course on the other hand was very beautiful and we all liked that much more. So I can really recommend that. Pity not to have played the Lagos course, which might resemble the Alvor most likely. |
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Dave
from United Kingdom
on Sun, 2nd Apr 2017 Course was stunning and in great condition. Views and set up fantastic. Just one major downside it took 4 hours 40 minutes for 14 holes before we walked off. It was a pity as last 4 holes looked very good |
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david
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 21st Mar 2017 late review of the new layout was a great fan of the old palmares layout, particularly the holes by the beach. the new layout there has lost much of its charm but has probably avoided some congestion sites. once we stop comparing it to fond memories it proves a spectacular and beautiful place to play not too long to walk but plenty of elevation to clime. we will be back |
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Edward
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 28th Feb 2017 Great course in good condition clubhouse doesn't match very friendly and helpful Could do with better signs on arrival to find club house and first tee! |
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Petra
from Portugal
on Fri, 6th Jan 2017 nice view and difficult course the course was very nice and havy.. the view is very well.. |
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Rod
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 19th Dec 2016 Fantastic golf course, very well kept, friendly staff , would definitely go back although a little expensive . |
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Danny
Pitchley
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 7th Nov 2016 Picturesque course Good course in excellent condition. Challenging but fair. Some of the views and holes were spectacular to play. |
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Geoff
on Wed, 26th Oct 2016 Course being greedy, too many people Beautiful trio of 9 holes, inland and beach, one of our favourites but they are killing it with overbooking, 300 on the course when we played, twice this has happened, love the course but they are being greedy and spoiling it. |
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Odd
from Norway
on Fri, 21st Oct 2016 Challenging Links course was difficult and not so funny, the Park lane was very nice. Disappointed that the driving range was out of order? |
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Matthew
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 21st Oct 2016 A good fail safe if you cant get on anywhere else. Stunning views and reasonable price only spoiled by just how busy and overbooked the course was. A good fail safe if you cant get on anywhere else. |
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Brian
on Fri, 14th Oct 2016 Fabulous golf course. Definitely the best in this part of the Algarve. Be prepared for 5 hour rounds though. |
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Roland
from Netherlands
on Mon, 10th Oct 2016 Superb golf course. A must to play. |
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Raymond
from Netherlands
on Tue, 4th Oct 2016 Top Top |
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Ian
from Denmark
on Tue, 27th Sep 2016 Fabulous course with some breathtaking views, greens were super quick with some very tricky breaks. The staff were really friendly but the clubhouse/shop is a bit basic. |
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Ian
from Denmark
on Tue, 27th Sep 2016 Fabulous course with some breathtaking views. Clubhouse is a bit basic but the star are very friendly. |
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Theo
Van Solkema
from Portugal
on Sun, 25th Sep 2016 Great course, perfect weather, good starter and cooperative other players |
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Phil
Brook
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 19th Sep 2016 Great course Great course, well laid out and nice mix of holes. Course in great condition with slick and true greens. Recommended. |
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Geraint
from UK
on Thu, 15th Sep 2016 Excellent course in great condition. Views were spectacular. Already planning on booking it again for next year's trip. |
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Geoff
from Portugal
on Thu, 18th Aug 2016 Balls lost and found!! Great golf course in pretty good condition, the greens were fantastic when compared with others in the Algarve at the moment. Fair price including buggy again compared to others at present. Played Lagos and Praia course as Alvor was closed. Only downside on the Praia course is people wandering around to and from the beach, clearly very dangerous. Also ball sellers and even worse ball finders wandering around the middle of the links section of the course and when out of site picking up the ball you are playing with if its not on the fairway. Lesson learned 'Keep it on the fairway!!' |
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Gareth
from United Kingdom
on Mon, 15th Aug 2016 Course is in a lovely setting . Found the sand to be awful no sand in bunkers to play out of / fairways could have been softer ( obviously hot weather plays massive part ) played 10 holes on Lagos then went onto 19 found 3 sets players waiting so played 19 and had to skip onto hole 24 then finish off the last few holes disappointed to be honest . Staff were great and the buggy man who took me to tee 10 gave me some great advice . |
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Kris
from United Kingdom
on Sat, 16th Jul 2016 Long course, but fantastic experience This was the first time we played Palmares since the new course layout and it was a fantastic experience. Unfortunately for mid-handicappers the course is a little too long, especially when playing into the wind! Definitely will return though |
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David
from United Kingdom
on Fri, 10th Jun 2016 Fantastic course in great condition, made to feel welcome when you arrive quick and easy check-in. Best greens we played on all holiday. |
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Colin
from United States
on Wed, 18th May 2016 Second rate Palmares charging premium prices The new course layout provides amazing views but sacrifices quality golf holes. Bare fairways and inconsistent greens that incorporate silly roll offs making shot making impossible. Much better condition and layout before the changes |
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Kevin
from Portugal
on Tue, 3rd May 2016 Best course and condition l have played on in E U will definitely be back Excellent |
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Andy
from United Kingdom
on Tue, 12th Apr 2016 Palmares - fantastic! Beautiful layout and great condition. Greens were some of the best I've played in the Algarve. Walking is not for the faint hearted. |
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Dirk
on Mon, 4th Apr 2016 schöne Umgebung, hügelig, guter Zustand. Einzig die Bunker wirken ungepflegt. |
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Nigel
from Portugal
on Mon, 4th Apr 2016 Palmares We played the Praia 9 and then the Alvor 9. I had a poor round (after a blinding start!) so am trying not to be biased. The course was plagued by itinerant lost golf ball sellers with their bags of balls on display for purchase at many of the tees. There was also considerable course maintenance work taking place with noise from machinery which I found unsettling and annoying. Poor signage, some nice views, wouldn't return. |
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Andy
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 2nd Mar 2016 A 'must play'course in the Algarve. Don't miss it.Stunning views and some great holes |
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Tom
from United Kingdom
on Wed, 24th Feb 2016 Tom Mcavoy Course was fantastic,only to be stuck behind the slowest players ever with no stewards pushing on slow play 5 and1/4 hrs. It took us almost 40 minutes to get served breakfast and the whole order was wrong The worst service in a clubhouse I have ever seen. Will not be back Tom Mcavoy |
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