Algarve
Overview
Designed by: Jack Nicklaus
Founded: 2007
Course Information: 18-holes, par 72, 6030 metres (yellow tees)
Location: Pocinho
Monte Rei Golf & Country Club – Jack Nicklaus Signature in the Eastern Algarve
Set across 1,000 acres of unspoilt countryside between the Serra do Caldeirão mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Monte Rei Golf & Country Club is Portugal’s most exclusive golf retreat. Home to the award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, it offers championship play, five-star service, and refined luxury in the heart of the Eastern Algarve.
Course Highlights
- 18 holes, par 72, stretching 6,567 metres from the tournament tees
- First Jack Nicklaus Signature Course in Portugal
- Water in play on 11 holes, with sculpted bunkers and elevated greens
- Signature holes:
- Hole 3 – par-4 with a lake guarding the green and panoramic mountain views
- Hole 13 – par-5 with split fairways and dramatic elevation changes
- Hole 18 – par-5 finishing hole with amphitheater-style clubhouse views
Playing Experience
- Championship-level layout with pristine conditioning year-round
- Ideal for low to mid handicappers seeking a world-class round
- PGA professional instruction and custom club fitting available
- Practice facilities include:
- Double-ended driving range
- Short game area
- Putting green
- Buggies mandatory and included in green fee, with GPS and refreshments
Clubhouse & Amenities
- Elegant clubhouse with fine dining at Vistas Restaurant, led by Michelin-starred chef Jaime Pérez
- Pro shop with premium gear and Monte Rei-branded apparel
- Spa, gym, tennis courts, and concierge services
- Luxury villas and residences available for stay-and-play packages
Location & Access
- Located near Vila Nova de Cacela – ~10 minutes from Tavira, ~50 minutes from Faro Airport
- Nearby: Quinta do Vale, Castro Marim, and Spanish border courses
- Ideal for luxury twin-destination holidays: Eastern Algarve + Andalusia
Highlights
“Monte Rei: where Jack Nicklaus meets Mediterranean elegance”
“Portugal’s finest — championship pedigree in a private estate”
“Elevated play, exquisite service — Eastern Algarve’s crown jewel”
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