Quinta do Lago Laranjal
The youngest and most secluded of the three courses at Quinta do Lago, Laranjal opened in 2009 to a design by Jorge Santana da Silva, set inland among old orange groves and umbrella pines a few minutes from the famous South course. A par 72 of about 7,100 yards, it was named Best Golf Course at the 2011 Portuguese Travel Awards and offers a quieter, parkland counterpoint to the Algarve's busy coastal layouts.
Photo: Quinta do Lago Laranjal Course via Google.
The verdict
Laranjal, the orange grove, is the connoisseur's choice among the Quinta do Lago courses, a calmer, more strategic test set back from the resort's famous lakeside South course. Designed by Jorge Santana da Silva and opened in 2009, it winds through mature citrus and pine on rolling, sandy ground, with water in play often enough to demand thought rather than brute force.
It suits the travelling golfer who wants championship length without the crowds, a beautifully conditioned parkland round that rewards the placement of the tee shot. Combine it with the South and North courses next door, and Quinta do Lago becomes one of the most complete and easily organised golf bases in Europe.
Laranjal at a glance
- Opened
- 2009
- Designer
- Jorge Santana da Silva
- Type
- Parkland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 7,100 yds
- Green fee
- From €105
Designer, par and yardage verified June 2026 from Quinta do Lago and the leading course databases; Laranjal was designed by Jorge Santana da Silva, opened in 2009 and plays a par 72 of about 7,100 yards from the back tees, with five par 5s. Green fees are indicative, from around 105 to 185 euros depending on season in 2026, lower in the shoulder months. Always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
Laranjal opens gently before the routing settles into its rhythm of doglegs framed by pines and orange trees, with several lakes that pinch landing areas and guard greens. The par 5s, of which there are five, are the scoring holes, reachable for the long hitter but defended by water, so the reward comes with risk.
The greens are large, true and quick, and the course is consistently among the best conditioned in the Algarve, which makes it a pleasure to play even when the score is not falling your way. Length from the back tees gives it real teeth, while the generous fairways keep it fair for the higher handicapper.
Because it sits inland and away from the resort's central bustle, the round feels private and unhurried, a welcome contrast to the high traffic of the marquee coastal courses in peak season.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | A resort course at Quinta do Lago, open to visitors throughout the week; tee times booked online or through the resort and trip planners |
| Green fee | From around 105 euros in the shoulder seasons to about 185 euros in peak in 2026, with multi round packages across the three courses (indicative) |
| Booking | Book ahead for spring and autumn, the busiest Algarve seasons; multi course packages are the best value |
| On the day | Buggies, a full academy and practice facilities, and the resort's restaurants and hotels on site |
| Getting there | Almancil, central Algarve, about 20 minutes from Faro Airport |
| Best months | March to May and September to November for warm, settled golfing weather |
Access and indicative green fees verified June 2026 from Quinta do Lago; they change by season and year, so always confirm directly before booking with the resort or your trip planner. Check tee time availability.
Where to stay nearby
Quinta do Lago is a resort destination in its own right, with the five star Magnolia Hotel, the Conrad Algarve nearby and a wide range of villas and apartments to rent, so most golfers stay on site or within a few minutes of the first tee. The resort's restaurants and the beach at Quinta do Lago are part of the appeal.
The neighbouring resort of Vale do Lobo and the town of Almancil add more dining and accommodation, and the central Algarve location puts Vilamoura, San Lorenzo and a string of other fine courses within easy reach for a longer trip.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts around Quinta do Lago and the central Algarve.
Plan an Algarve golf trip
We arrange Laranjal alongside the South and North courses, Vilamoura and San Lorenzo, secure the tee times and packages and sort a base at Quinta do Lago or Vale do Lobo with the transfers. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Laranjal questions
Who designed Quinta do Lago Laranjal?
The Laranjal course was designed by Jorge Santana da Silva and opened in 2009, the third and most recent course at Quinta do Lago in the central Algarve. Its name, meaning orange grove, comes from the mature citrus among which it is laid out, well inland from the resort's famous lakeside South course.
What is the par and length of Laranjal?
Laranjal plays as a par 72 of about 7,100 yards from the back tees, with five par 5s. The fairways are generous and the conditioning is among the best in the Algarve, so it is enjoyable for a wide range of abilities while still offering a stiff test from the medal markers.
How much does it cost to play Laranjal?
Green fees are indicative and seasonal, from around 105 euros in the shoulder months to about 185 euros in peak season in the 2026 season, with multi round packages across the three Quinta do Lago courses offering the best value. Fees change by season and year, so always confirm current rates directly before booking.
Can visitors play Laranjal?
Yes. Laranjal is a resort course open to visitors throughout the week, with tee times booked online or through the resort and trip planners. Booking ahead is wise in the busy spring and autumn Algarve seasons, and multi course packages are the most economical way to play all three courses.
How does Laranjal compare to the Quinta do Lago South course?
The South course is the resort's championship showpiece, lakeside and more famous, while Laranjal is quieter, set inland among orange groves and pines, and many golfers find it the more relaxing and strategic round. The two complement each other perfectly, which is why most visitors play both.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, par and yardage verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.