8.0

Very Good

Excellent

Robert – Reviewed 27 Oct 2024

6.0

Good

Hotel policy on line for check in was by 2.00 pm. We arrived at 12.00 so went for lunch. We were still sat in reception at 4.15 being told that the room was not ready, they couldn’t change to another and they had to wait for housekeeping. As we left home at 4.00 am, that was a bad start. Overall there was was no communication from the hotel, no staff around to ask and you had to chase everything.

Steven – Reviewed 22 Oct 2024

8.0

Very Good

Hotel is good quality, although not top 5 star. Bedrooms spacious and rooms had view of golf course and sea. Restaurant had v good buffet, and breakfast provides a good variety. There is no gym in the hotel. There is no ramp to wheel bags to 3 rd floor rooms. Staff were v helpful. There is no shuttle bus to Vale do Lobo courses which is a little too far to walk with heavy bag of clubs ( easy without) . YGT should have advised us but didn't ( the same re the lack of practice facilities at VdL) and we ended up paying an extra £285 for four days transport which they did arrange!

Nathan – Reviewed 19 Oct 2024

8.0

Very Good

A lovely comfortable hotel with friendly and efficient staff. Offers to refresh our fluffy towels each evening was made and our room was clean and well equipped. Nice balcony to sit and relax on. The hotel seems squeezed in to a built up area and outwardly does not really do the hotel justice.

Lorraine – Reviewed 18 Oct 2024

6.0

Good

As a returning customer to this hotel it noticeable how tired it has become , needs refreshing , we went for the classic rooms as we were only there for the golf for 5 nights and the extra expense to upgrade was better spent on the food and drinks at the resort and hotel which were quite pricey, one room was fine and as expected from other reviews however the other room had a strong drain smell from the start , it was reported and the staff didn’t seem surprised and offered to come up and pour some bleach down the toilet and sink , the smell continued to come and go so maybe another thing that needs looking at , we enjoyed our stay although if your booking the shuttle bus to the golf course then make sure you have everything confirmed as we noted that sometimes making arrangements where a bit like left hand / right hand and not very good communication between the reception staff, the drivers and the courses !

Denise – Reviewed 14 Oct 2024

10

Excellent

The hotel had a relaxed welcoming atmosphere, and the staff were always prepared to go the extra mile with any request

Stephen – Reviewed 5 Oct 2024

10

Excellent

On arrival was disappointed with room as overlooked air con units but we were moved to another room which was much better. We did not get the golf view room which we had requested originally when made booking.

Christine – Reviewed 30 Sep 2024

8.0

Very Good

The rooms were abit dated but on the whole this was a great hotel with fantastic staff, restaurant and pool.

Thomas – Reviewed 18 Sep 2024

8.0

Very Good

Very dated bedroom

Alan – Reviewed 14 Sep 2024

10

Excellent

Very Portuguese hotel with several good bars and restaurants within easy walking distance. Able to play golf at San Lorenzo when staying at D P. Helpful staff, prices vary according to accommodation. Not a lot of general sightseeing on the area, only went to Loulé and Vilamoura. Looking forward to going back.

Serena – Reviewed 9 Sep 2024

10

Excellent

Hotel first class

Geoff – Reviewed 8 Sep 2024

8.0

Very Good

Steven – Reviewed 27 Jun 2024

10

Excellent

Ravi – Reviewed 25 Jun 2024

8.0

Very Good

Hotel is ideal. Excellent pool and deck area pool bar and sunbathing spot. Staff will sort anything, even fizz for our anniversary. Doing more events now which is good.

David – Reviewed 16 Jun 2024

8.0

Very Good

Peter – Reviewed 13 Jun 2024

6.0

Good

Matthew – Reviewed 24 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Been here for years up to covid, and although our rooms, being the ‘classic’ were upgraded to include a sitting area, they are a little jaded. You cant beat the position, staff and general feel of this hotel.

June – Reviewed 22 May 2024

10

Excellent

Excellent hotel with very friendly staff. The breakfasts were fantastic!

Thomas – Reviewed 14 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

Very Good rooms & breakfast

Megan – Reviewed 7 May 2024

10

Excellent

Excellent location, great staff

Paul – Reviewed 7 May 2024

8.0

Very Good

David – Reviewed 6 May 2024

6.0

Good

Rooms are dated,otherwise fine.

Rob – Reviewed 1 May 2024

10

Excellent

although we stayed in the not yet renovated rooms it was still a good room. spacious, good shower and clean staff is very friendly and helpful and the location is very good maybe not the best in the area but value for money so a very good choice for me

Hans – Reviewed 30 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

Wonderful stay at Dona Filipa- the hotel staff were so attentive, comfortable room and bathroom, delicious breakfasts in the morning with so much choice. Super location over looking the sea and nice pool area. We could not fault it. The only thing is the tennis court needs resurfacing but that's the only thing i could think of! I had a wonderful surprise in my room to celebrate a big birthday -those touches are so important. Thankyou so much Dona Filipa it was a fabulous holiday and we will certainly come back again next year.

Rachael – Reviewed 26 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Lovely hotel. Took ages to work out layout of hotel as the reception is on the 3rd floor and it’s a confusing getting to restaurant and pool area on second floor food was lovely and varied an the staff were very good. During the off season the nearby restaurants are okay but quiet and if you’re a golfing group like we were(12) we traveled to nearby Vilamoura for a bit of excitement Our biggest gripe by far was the hotel was responsible for changing our tee times from 1030am (booked 9 months previously)) to 1146am at the Pinheiros Golf Course. I complained to YGT who confirmed in writing it was Dona Filipa Hotel’s decision to change our tee times without warning. As a direct result as a matter of principle would not book that hotel again.

Paul – Reviewed 23 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

Despite requests to YGT for a room in the refurbished part of the hotel these were not passed on. On arrival we were told we could have a room in the better part of the hotel for €30 a night, an offer our friends took up. Why were we not advised this at an earlier stage? The hotel was noisy at night with men returning to their rooms from local bars. Not really a 5 star hotel!!

Chris – Reviewed 22 Apr 2024

8.0

Very Good

The staff were extremely welcoming and we couldn’t really fault them. However, we believe someone should have highlighted the extreme mosquito problem for the region. We couldn’t even purchase repellent from the local supermarket as they didn’t stock it.

Philip – Reviewed 21 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

Very nice hotel in a location that is really convenient for golf, restaurants and the beach. Lovely staff and a fabulous breakfast offering. Just right.

Gerry – Reviewed 21 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

Upgraded our room at extra expense so difficult to answer room comfort question

Lawrence – Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

6.0

Good

The staff, bar and restaurant were great although we only had breakfast there. The hotel itself needs a bit of a upgrade. The rooms are tired and dated. The corridors, stairs and lifts need refurbishment. Location is great for the beach but there is a limited amount of choice for eating out. For a long weekend it was great but any longer we would have been looking for other locations to eat. The hotel staff were great and the transfers to the golf courses arrived on time going and returning. Overall great golf and well organised weekend, hotel a bit tired.

Jeremy – Reviewed 16 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

Jukka – Reviewed 8 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

Great Hotel with lovely staff and in season a good location, out of season not much open in the evening

Neil – Reviewed 8 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

Really enjoyed our stay there, staff were very nice and great location

Conor – Reviewed 7 Apr 2024

10

Excellent

2nd year here and not disappointed, just a nice place to stay for a week.

Graham – Reviewed 24 Mar 2024

10

Excellent

Lovely hotel, helpful staff, shuttles were good. Outdoor pool was heated! Restaurant prices were high.

Sheryl – Reviewed 19 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Usual and does what it says on the tin , very disappointing view but otherwise very good

Michael – Reviewed 9 Mar 2024

10

Excellent

Great hotel, great location, all very good indeed..... great value for money when booked as a package, but extras can hit the (bar bill) expenses!

Charles – Reviewed 8 Mar 2024

10

Excellent

We travelled as a group of 6 golfers for the week staying at the Dona Filipa. The hotel was just lovely, received upgraded rooms on our arrival and every member of the party enjoyed their stay there. Friendly, helpful staff, great location next to the beach with lovely views. Golf transfers were easy and very accommodating. Would highly recommend the Dona Filipa, thank you.

Sarah – Reviewed 4 Mar 2024

8.0

Very Good

Restaurant not open for dinner

Marian – Reviewed 22 Feb 2024

8.0

Very Good

Excellent hotel only 20 mins from Airport, ideally located for golf courses. Clean rooms with plenty of storage space. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Bar and restaurant easy going with two screens for sport.

Simon – Reviewed 16 Feb 2024

8.0

Very Good

Dan – Reviewed 1 Feb 2024

10

Excellent

We were upgraded for free to a junior suite. A really big room overlooking the courtyard with balcony. We ate dinner in the restaurant on our first night. Great food and great value for money. Excellent breakfast and all the staff are very helpful.

Andrew – Reviewed 29 Jan 2024

10

Excellent

Excellent. Superb breakfast. Room was great. Not the best views across roof tops towards the sea. But a great sunset was to be seen.

Iain – Reviewed 26 Jan 2024

6.0

Good

Dona Filipa old rooms are very tired and need refurbishment. Leaking shower hoses, taps very stiff, poor heating controls. Breakfast excellent as ever and staff helpful. This hotel needs serious reinvestment. It is not a 5 star hotel.

Roger – Reviewed 24 Jan 2024

10

Excellent

Absolutely first class. We took the advice of YGT and booked a premium room. Would go again.

Peter – Reviewed 23 Jan 2024

10

Excellent

definitely one of the best 5* hotels, small but very personal, staff great, happy and friendly.

Jason – Reviewed 30 Nov 2023

8.0

Very Good

Brilliant stay. Staff excellent and the breakfast

Nick – Reviewed 28 Nov 2023

10

Excellent

Made the holiday so easy Lovely venue and great facilities

Chris – Reviewed 24 Nov 2023

8.0

Very Good

Brian – Reviewed 13 Nov 2023

10

Excellent

Excellent stay at Dona Filipa. Great location and staff. Pina Coladas are excellent!

George – Reviewed 9 Nov 2023

8.0

Very Good

Golf transfers good out but returns patchy Often had to wait over an hour at the course before being picked up

Eric – Reviewed 23 Oct 2023

8.0

Very Good

Not as good as previous years , rooms looking tired, Staff very good.

Honora – Reviewed 18 Oct 2023

10

Excellent

Very nice rooms as we upgraded to the refurbished premium/ golf view so well worth the extra cost of 50 euros per night for a twin.

Alan – Reviewed 17 Oct 2023

10

Excellent

Very enjoyable stay, breakfast was superb and heated outdoor pool so relaxing

Andrew – Reviewed 17 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Dona Filipa is in a fantastic location very close to the beach, bars and Vale do Lobo Golf. They do not own the local courses so no discount but they do own courses about 5 mikes away. The hotel is definitely 4* plus and some may say 5*.

Paul – Reviewed 10 Sep 2023

8.0

Very Good

Hotel is in a great location, within a resort type area, which is purpose built. Good beach, bars and restaurants. Staff attitude was excellent but attention to detail was not always there. May just have been unlucky with the room choice but noisy at night, with older A/C, kids screaming in the room next door in the morning, and a couple of hookers plying their trade in the room below on the last night. A major downside was the facilities, for a 5* hotel I would expect a gym, and the pool was filthy, with a good few broken tiles. Not great value for money and lacking elements for a 5* tag.

Paul – Reviewed 28 Aug 2023

8.0

Very Good

Great location, great staff and did everything it needed for a golf trip

Johnny – Reviewed 29 Jul 2023

10

Excellent

A very good quality hotel in great location near the beach and restaurants. Good sized pool. Comfortable sun beds at hotel and a section on beach. Staff very friendly and helpful.

David – Reviewed 28 Jul 2023

8.0

Very Good

Hotel was nice but let down by the room, where the air conditioning wasn't that effective.

Martin – Reviewed 28 Jun 2023

10

Excellent

Never disappoints. First class service. Comfy spacious room. Friendly staff. They even surprised us on my birthday with a bottle of bubbly and cake in our room. Very thoughtful.

Sandra – Reviewed 22 Jun 2023

8.0

Very Good

It's a great hotel in a fabulous location. Staff very helpful, breakfast is a treat with many options and an egg chef to get whatever you want. Lovely sea views and a great pool.

David – Reviewed 18 Jun 2023

10

Excellent

Fantastic Hotel as always 16 golfers all very happy...

Steve – Reviewed 13 Jun 2023

8.0

Very Good

Kenneth – Reviewed 9 Jun 2023

8.0

Very Good

Good hotel in good location but rooms are now getting very dated. Bathrooms not good & too small.

Ian – Reviewed 23 May 2023

10

Excellent

Everything at the hotel was great. We travelled as three golfers, with two people sharing one of the rooms. The rooms were generous in size, the beds were comfortable, the breakfasts were great and the pool area and view from it were great also. Staff were very efficient, courteous and helpful. The shuttle bus to the courses is extremely useful too.

Shaun – Reviewed 19 May 2023

10

Excellent

The hotel is undergoing a phased refurbishment which did not affect our stay, we stayed in one of the older rooms which was still clean and tidy with all the facilities you would expect in a 5* hotel The hotel is located close to a number of bars/restaurants and is only a short taxi drive ( €11) to the town of Villamouri

Graham – Reviewed 16 May 2023

10

Excellent

Jonathan – Reviewed 7 May 2023

10

Excellent

Dona Filipa was perfectly located for all the local golf courses. Pick-ups from the hotel and back ran like clockwork. Breakfast choice was immense, everything catered for. Staff polite and helpful. Good size room, clean and tidy.

David – Reviewed 3 May 2023

10

Excellent

Nothing has changed since our last visit, the hotel is typically Portuguese. The rooms are fine, bit old fashioned but nice. The staff very helpful, including the shuttle drivers, and pleasant.

Alan – Reviewed 31 Mar 2023

8.0

Very Good

Fantastic hotel in great location. The only downside was that although the hotel is at the beach and has great views the bar and lounge areas are internal with no views or outside seating area, so location goes to waste. Bar area itself is very clinical, nice, but little atmosphere. Upside is that an area of restaurants and couple bars are 3 minutes walk away.

Anthony – Reviewed 27 Mar 2023

10

Excellent

Superb all round. Highly recommend

Chay – Reviewed 27 Mar 2023

8.0

Very Good

Michael – Reviewed 21 Mar 2023

6.0

Good

Staff very nice. Hotel needs attention.

Peter – Reviewed 18 Mar 2023

10

Excellent

We always like staying at the Dona Felipe because it’s in such a great location, close to the beach and a short drive to a lot of great golf courses. Lots of good restaurants close by. If we’re not eating in the hotel our favourite eaterie is Maria’s, at Dunas Durades - especially when the DJ is there. It’s all brilliant.

Richard – Reviewed 4 Mar 2023

8.0

Very Good

Mike – Reviewed 28 Feb 2023

10

Excellent

Having stayed in many 5 star hotels in Europe on golf holidays I have to say this was the best one. Beds very comfortable, fantastic location, breakfast choice was excellent, special mention for English bacon and sausages. Shuttle service to golf courses worked very well. Pool area and sun beds were great. Highly recommended

Robert – Reviewed 26 Feb 2023

10

Excellent

John – Reviewed 24 Feb 2023

8.0

Very Good

Justin – Reviewed 23 Feb 2023

10

Excellent

Great hotel, great breakfast, great bar - just great !

Bryan – Reviewed 13 Feb 2023

8.0

Very Good

I have stayed in the hotel for some thirty five years, I have always enjoyed my time there, My most recent visit was some two weeks ago, The rooms which has not been modernised Look a little tired, but overall as always I enjoyed it.

John – Reviewed 10 Feb 2023

8.0

Very Good

We have stayed at the hotel many times and this year we were in one of the refurbished rooms. Very comfortable. The breakfasts were excellent as ever.

Roger – Reviewed 25 Jan 2023

10

Excellent

My wife and I had a lovely 5 night stay at the Dona Filipa hotel. Excellent hotel, lovely heated pool, good food, really friendly & helpful staff - highly recommend

Rob – Reviewed 5 Dec 2022

10

Excellent

Claire – Reviewed 24 Nov 2022

8.0

Very Good

Was a pleasant stay

Tim – Reviewed 1 Nov 2022

10

Excellent

The staff were excellent, and the warmth transferred to the comfort of the accommodation.

Sue – Reviewed 29 Oct 2022

10

Excellent

Lovely hotel with very helpful and efficient staff.

Elaine – Reviewed 12 Oct 2022

10

Excellent

Petra – Reviewed 4 Oct 2022

10

Excellent

Great rooms. Nothing to criticise. All good.

Robert – Reviewed 4 Oct 2022

8.0

Very Good

Good Room with good access to the pool and dining room.

Alistair – Reviewed 28 Sep 2022

10

Excellent

Not quite 5 star but too 4. If the classic rooms were refurbished then it would be 5. The location is great

Paul – Reviewed 12 Sep 2022

8.0

Very Good

Fantastic location in the heart of Vale de Lobo. THe public areas are very nice and look to have been refurbished recently, the rooms though are very tired and in need of upgrading. The showers are over bath and very old, no hot water at busy times in an evening. The curtains didn't close properly so the room was very light early in the morning, the door to the balcony didn't clock as the mechanism has seized, not worked for a very long time. Air con was ok. Breakfast was very good - wide choice and nice location overlooking pool and sea. Nice poolside bar, loungers etc but the pool was dirty with bits floating in the water which we and several other guests complained about, it appeared to be from growth on the grout and tiles on the pool side. They did get someone in on our last night which improved it but I've never seen a pool anywhere in this poor condition.

Andrew – Reviewed 11 Jul 2022

8.0

Very Good

The hotel is very good with great location being next to bars and restaurants. We had a room on the 5th floor which although very clean and good facilities with safe in the room was in need of refurbishment : the bathroom was small with poor extraction and the shower was poor and difficult to get a decent flow of water unless cold! Also the air con was quite noisy if left on overnight. The included transfers to the golf course was excellent

Brian – Reviewed 4 Jul 2022

10

Excellent

Great hotel staff extremely welcoming and helpful

Martin – Reviewed 4 Jul 2022

8.0

Very Good

The upgrading of rooms has been successful and this is now a comfortable hotel.

Ken – Reviewed 13 Jun 2022

10

Excellent

Rickey – Reviewed 25 May 2022

10

Excellent

THE DONA FILIPA IS PERFECTLY PLACED TO ENJOY YOUR GOLFING BREAK CLOSE TO THE COURSES AND MINUTES FROM THE BEACH GREAT BARS AND RESTAURANTS

Phil – Reviewed 17 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

The hotel was very pleasant and the staff were great.

Mick – Reviewed 16 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

The hotel as always has a warm feeling staff by and large are friendly and helpful position is excwllent

Ken – Reviewed 16 May 2022

10

Excellent

Very well organised, great place , quality all round, would definitely recommend Yourgolf.

Allan – Reviewed 15 May 2022

10

Excellent

Great to be back after three years at one of our favourite hotels. The standards were, we usual, first class.

Iain – Reviewed 12 May 2022

8.0

Very Good

Old fashioned but good as ever. Breakfasts to die for!

Barrie – Reviewed 8 May 2022

10

Excellent

Lovely hotel in a great position close to others bars and restaurants. We were staying in a B&B package and the breakfast was first class. We were also in the refurbished rooms which were excellent.

Richard – Reviewed 5 May 2022

10

Excellent

Great hotel and perfect location just 3 miles from about 5 courses. Very good restaurant and prices OK.

Dave – Reviewed 10 Apr 2022

10

Excellent

Excellent hotel with attentive staff. Special mention for Bruno on the front desk who was extremely helpful.

Andrew – Reviewed 8 Apr 2022

10

Excellent

The hotel was superb and the staff were excellent.

Mark – Reviewed 6 Apr 2022

10

Excellent

San Lorenzo hotel is a little dated but I sort of liked that about it . Rooms wer v good and clean and tidy. Staff wer friendly and nothing was a bother to them. Plenty of parking at the hotel as it has its own secure car park. Breakfast was amazing and the only problem with it was if u over indulge 🤣. Drinks in the hotel wer on the expensive side but it’s to be expected I guess at a five star rating. Definitely would return to the hotel as we got a good deal and in my opinion it was value for money .

John – Reviewed 1 Apr 2022

10

Excellent

As ever, the Dona Filipa delivers exactly what is expected. We didn’t use the formal restaurant - there are so many better places to go in the area - but the bar was great (but underused) for a simple lunch or supper.

Nigel – Reviewed 27 Mar 2022

6.0

Good

Disappointed with room (again). Paid extra for Classic Sea / Golf view. Room was very tired, desperately needing refurb. Bathroom and toilet tiles cracked, grouting missing, bath stained. View was ok - part of one fairway visible, no sea view. The rest of the hotel was decent. Breakfasts were very good, lots of choice and well presented. Dining area clean and smart. Reception staff very good.

Mike – Reviewed 13 Mar 2022

8.0

Very Good

we stayed in a modern room with seaview across the roofs of the bottom part of the hotel. with the door open to the balcony of the room the crashing waves might wake some visitors. one day our room was still not made when we returned at 4.30 pm! That was unacceptable and we only received a verbal apology.

Clemens – Reviewed 16 Feb 2022

10

Excellent

Lovely hotel, great staff would be happy to return any time

David – Reviewed 8 Feb 2022

4.0

Average

The room we stayed in was very old fashioned and had very basic air con. The bathroom was also basic and certainly not a 5* experience. Breakfast was ok, but the dinner was poor quality and the staff were not very helpful.

Will – Reviewed 1 Feb 2022

10

Excellent

Great stay

Richard – Reviewed 30 Jan 2022

10

Excellent

Been staying here for almost 30-years. Like any hotel you can criticise bits of it, but the overall experience is always great. Will be there again 👍

Scott – Reviewed 29 Jan 2022

10

Excellent

Had an excellent stay only hampered with the inevitable Covid restrictions.

Alan – Reviewed 31 Dec 2021

8.0

Very Good

We requested at the time of booking to not have a ground floor room-the hotel said that YGT never told them this we then had to wait another 3 hours for our room to be available not a great start to our holiday we also requested buggies to be booked at time of booking again we were told that this had been done and guess what we arrive at San Lorenzo and no buggies available it seems to me that YGT will say anything to get a booking not a great experience especially as I needed a buggy due to having had an operation two weeks before.

Emel – Reviewed 1 Dec 2021

10

Excellent

The staff was the most helpful and pleasant of any hotel in which I have stayed. The beds were incredibly comfortable.

Mandy – Reviewed 21 Nov 2021

10

Excellent

Excellent location, and perfect for what we needed

Jonathan – Reviewed 17 Nov 2021

8.0

Very Good

Excellent stay but thought food was below 5 star standard.

Bobby – Reviewed 8 Nov 2021

6.0

Good

Nice hotel, good location, rooms airy and clean albeit a bit dated. Food very average - which meant we ate out each night except the first evening.

Chris – Reviewed 8 Nov 2021

10

Excellent

Very nice

Steve – Reviewed 26 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Hotel suffered in lockdown and morale low. Breakfast not the same level as 2 years ago but still terrific value for money

Alex – Reviewed 20 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Michael – Reviewed 16 Oct 2021

10

Excellent

John – Reviewed 14 Oct 2021

8.0

Very Good

Very nice, rooms need updating, bars need to be open more during the day

Martin – Reviewed 29 Sep 2021

8.0

Very Good

Just a great location The airport transfer buses were not big enough for 8 people with golf bags and luggage - we nearly didn't get everything in Shuttle buses to the golf clubs did not work well for our group of eight, as bus drives were only allowed to take six people - changed our last day Cost us quite a bit in extra taxis

Rob – Reviewed 19 Sep 2021

10

Excellent

Always great value, location unbeatable

Paul – Reviewed 14 Sep 2021

10

Excellent

We had a lovely welcome from the receptionist a complimentary drink from the bar & a beautiful spacious room with a sea view . The hotel did everything possible to make it covid safe which all worked very well especially at breakfast .

Carol – Reviewed 28 Sep 2020

8.0

Very Good

A good hotel that did their best to make a small number of guests feel comfortable. Most people eat out so the bars and restaurants were virtually empty at all mealtimes except breakfast. Technical issues with pur tv took five days to partially fix (having upgraded to a suite for an extra €100 per night). Otherwise this is still a very good hotel.

Alan – Reviewed 25 Sep 2020

8.0

Very Good

Perfect location and a great place to stay.

George – Reviewed 10 Mar 2020

10

Excellent

Been staying here for many years. The staff are great and the hotel goes the extra mile. Great location too.

Scott – Reviewed 9 Mar 2020

4.0

Average

Suggest you advise golfers due to arrive Hotel late PM that a shuttle for next morning golf needs booking in advance otherwise first day golf may be spoiled by no shuttle room available! First floor rooms are still not up to scratch

Alan – Reviewed 1 Mar 2020

10

Excellent

Again we have stayed at DF for years and always enjoy it , the hotel has steadily improved over the years and the location near the beach is fab .

Richard – Reviewed 1 Mar 2020

8.0

Very Good

A – Reviewed 18 Feb 2020

10

Excellent

Thank you guys so much. 100% recommend You

Don – Reviewed 18 Feb 2020

10

Excellent

Staff couldn't be more helpful

Robert – Reviewed 16 Feb 2020

10

Excellent

Tadaharu – Reviewed 11 Feb 2020

10

Excellent

Great for golf trips, comfortable rooms, great staff, decent bar but slightly expensive @ €7 per beer

Richard – Reviewed 29 Jan 2020

10

Excellent

We got an upgrade for all our rooms, $20 discount each off bar bills and generally got looked after very well.

Andy – Reviewed 28 Jan 2020

10

Excellent

Whilst most of Hotel has been refurbished our room still had old style bathroom. Breakfast buffet is outstanding, staff first class.

John – Reviewed 24 Jan 2020

8.0

Very Good

Hotel great and staff could not be nicer but the golf course management continues to disappoint . I’ve never had a round under 5 hours in the last three years and last year we played rhe front 9!twice . If they take big pro ams then there should be 20 mins before the next tee time

Lee – Reviewed 18 Jan 2020

10

Excellent

A quality short break in winter sunshine, fabulous time, highly recommended.

Steve – Reviewed 14 Jan 2020

8.0

Very Good

Beside the poor weather we had a great stay at Dona Filipa. Staff and Hotel is worthy of its 5* Room upgrade was worth the change and presented really well. On my wife's birthday the hotel chef made a beautiful chocolate and decorated cake and bubbly was delivered to the room. Good well stocked quality breakfasts. The only disappointment was on Sunday 15th Dec when eating off the A la Carte Menu the food was very poor and not up to the required standard. Other guests told us to go to the Vale do Lobo Club and dine in the Spikes Restaurant, absolutely fabulous food. Transfers to and from the hotel and golf course by shuttle to the golf course always on time. Transfers to and from Airport were on time with a good standard of vehicle. A good company.

Barry – Reviewed 21 Dec 2019

8.0

Very Good

Dieter – Reviewed 8 Dec 2019

8.0

Very Good

All good. The low season however means not everything is open, but generally excellent.

Rory – Reviewed 4 Dec 2019

10

Excellent

Quite brilliant as usual the hotel breakfast to die for lovely room superb hotel the course was in great nick as usual everything great I really recommend having a hire car than relying on the shuttle bus especially with morning tee times

Andrew – Reviewed 2 Dec 2019

8.0

Very Good

Staff very friendly and helpful,food choice limited,older rooms a bit dated

Peter – Reviewed 27 Nov 2019

10

Excellent

Pat – Reviewed 17 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Most of our group stayed in the older/tired rooms which were no where as good as my room.

Richard – Reviewed 15 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

We have stayed at this hotel for many years and we have always been pleased with the service. However, we found the restaurant had quite a limited menu. Very few people used the restaurant which begs the question Why?

Dennis – Reviewed 14 Nov 2019

8.0

Very Good

Lesley – Reviewed 24 Oct 2019

10

Excellent

The hotel is next to the Ocean, with a breautiful l’arte and sandy Beach. Our room was large, clean, and very comfortable, we were upgraded with a luxury room facing the golf course and the Ocean, with a balcony. Breakfast was super, we also had dinner three times at a reaonable price, about 35€ plus beverages. Very nice accomodation indeed

Lucilla – Reviewed 21 Oct 2019

10

Excellent

Well equipped room with a great view from the balcony. Loved watching the golfers and reading my book whilst relaxing on the balcony. Food in the bar and in the Kalim restaurant was excellent especially the BBQ . Staff very kind and friendly. Hotel well situated with the beach close by as well as shops and restaurants within walking distance. Shuttle bus to San Lorenzo useful for non golfers to have a change of scene.

Susan – Reviewed 20 Oct 2019

10

Excellent

Our rooms were a bit tired as awaiting renovation(5th floor)

Roger – Reviewed 18 Oct 2019

10

Excellent

Hotel of a very high standard. Staff Very Helpful.

Brian – Reviewed 16 Sep 2019

10

Excellent

Great value 5 star hotel great location

Paul – Reviewed 16 Sep 2019

8.0

Very Good

We had the old rooms again which are noisy and tired. Pool bar closed at 6 which made no sense and drink prices are excessive. Location is perfect

Steve – Reviewed 13 Sep 2019

10

Excellent

some problems with the mini bar and a noisy air conditioner, but in general a very good hotel

Marco – Reviewed 28 Aug 2019

8.0

Very Good

a beautiful setting and location and we were upgraded to a suite overlooking the pool and sea which was a fantastic room.Thank you!!hotel restaurant for breakfast was fine but the evening menu and atmosphere in the same restaurant was poor. the other a la carte restaurant was closed for refurbishment so we ate elsewhere for all meals except breakfast. great pool, lovely area and fabulous beach and sea.the staff were polite, attentive and very responsive in all areas...very good! Overall we had a great holiday

Alan – Reviewed 16 Jul 2019

10

Excellent

Excellent service on arrival booking in extra. Very helpful people on reception, who answered all my questions. I would defiantly stay at this hotel again.

Bill – Reviewed 10 Jul 2019

2.0

Poor

Not good. I have already emailed you with my complaint

Sara – Reviewed 6 Jul 2019

10

Excellent

Have enjoyed stays at this Hotel for the past 30 years. What's so nice about this Hotel is that it has retained many of the staff that we first encountered 30 years ago, it's like meeting old friends.

John – Reviewed 28 Jun 2019

6.0

Good

Accommodation in a suite was excellent

Carl – Reviewed 14 Jun 2019

8.0

Very Good

Jacky – Reviewed 28 May 2019

10

Excellent

Beautiful hotel in excellent location. Very friendly and helpful staff

Richard – Reviewed 25 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

We enjoyed our stay and would go back

Janet – Reviewed 25 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Mike – Reviewed 20 May 2019

8.0

Very Good

Just makes do as a golf hotel. Hopeless for golfers grub Fantastic at charging ++,very meanly for room coffee, outdoor pool not heated. Buggies a must but 50 euro a throw. Great local restaurants but transport needed but not far. Breakfast and take away lunch first class.

Sandy – Reviewed 17 May 2019

10

Excellent

Stayed in upgraded Superior Room with sea & golf course view. Very well setup for golfers with onsite parking & a club locker facility for hotel guests. Well trained, attentive staff provide a great service & overall experience at The Dona Filipa.

Rob – Reviewed 16 May 2019

6.0

Good

Rooms are very dated and certainly not 5* The organisation of the courtesy bus to San Lorenzo is poor. They have become complacent, we have been many times but will probably not go back until we hear of better reports. Very disapointed.

Jim – Reviewed 15 May 2019

10

Excellent

Charles – Reviewed 6 May 2019

10

Excellent

The staff couldn't have been more helpful

Christopher – Reviewed 29 Apr 2019

10

Excellent

Excellent hotel every comfort you could wish for and a short walk to the beach. Every need was catered for. Staff very helpful. Our only criticism was the shuttle service from hotel to the golf course which ran far too infrequently and not many spaces, which prompted us to contact your company while we were away.

John – Reviewed 29 Apr 2019

10

Excellent

First class hotel. A lot of the rooms have been updated but we were in one of the old rooms which was no problem. The room was very good and spacious and the service was fantastic. Breakfast was a real treat with maximum choice including creamy porridge. Hotel were very good and even treated us to drinks in a cocktail hour. Only issue was asked to provide a fixed sum credit to use which I cannot understand why they simply use a credit card swipe on register like any other hotels. Doing a credit entails more transactions and possibly credit back which takes time and possibly exchange costs. I explained to a manager that this works against them and we used outside facilities rather than get involved. Other than this thoroughly recommend your golf travel and Dona Felipe.

Jim – Reviewed 14 Apr 2019

10

Excellent

Second time stay at Donna Filipa and can't fault the hotel. If any complaint it would be about the cost of drinks, a G&T cost €13, needless to say I went elsewhere to get my drinks.

Peter – Reviewed 8 Apr 2019

8.0

Very Good

The hotel is very nice although not quite 5 star. We stayed in the unrefurbished rooms and are a bit tired but perfectly acceptable. It's just a short walk to the bars and restaurants in Vale do Lobo which are a little quiet at the end of March. Vilamoura is much busier and a 20 euro taxi ride away.

Philip – Reviewed 3 Apr 2019

6.0

Good

Everything was excellent

John – Reviewed 3 Apr 2019

8.0

Very Good

Nice large room, and comfortable bed

Brian – Reviewed 24 Mar 2019

10

Excellent

Alan – Reviewed 5 Mar 2019

8.0

Very Good

Staff very friendly, but food especially breakfast poor. The coffee at breakfast was undrinkable. No gym very unusual for a 5 star hotel

Ciaran – Reviewed 25 Feb 2019

10

Excellent

Nice room overlooking the 17th at VDL a bit tired possibly, we weren't in the newly revamped section and some of the staff felt a bit "manana" if you know what I mean. Great spot though, met some interesting folk and had a good time, will go back.

Mark – Reviewed 20 Feb 2019

10

Excellent

Excellent hotel with helpful and friendly staff throughout

Howard – Reviewed 18 Feb 2019

6.0

Good

The Evening meal at the Hotel in the main restaurant was very poor quality. So much so that all six of us in our group complained to the Hotel management. Consequently we ate out on all the other evenings

David – Reviewed 4 Feb 2019

10

Excellent

Hotel excellent as usual star very helpful. Bus drivers were very accommodating.

Richard – Reviewed 4 Feb 2019

10

Excellent

We were extremely please with the beautiful pristine hotel. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and they upgraded us to newly refurbished rooms which were excellent. We would definitely go back.

Stephanie – Reviewed 2 Feb 2019

10

Excellent

Lovely hotel.Very comfortable. Superb breakfast choice. Service and staff very pleasant and helpful.

Ken – Reviewed 2 Feb 2019

10

Excellent

new rooms are very nice -spacious and well equipped

Bill – Reviewed 21 Jan 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great welcome and check in. Staff are friendly, professional and extremely helpful.Premium rooms are a must - super comfortable and well equipped. Very close to beach and selection of bars and restaurants. We would stay again but only on a bed and breakfast basis - plenty of restaurants within walking or short driving distance. Food in hotel restaurants apart from breakfast was disappointing.

Julie – Reviewed 21 Jan 2019

10

Excellent

Lovely hotel, really nice now it has been refurbished. Our room was traditionally furnished which I really liked rather than the usual rather bland modern decor. Beautiful tiles and Portuguese furniture. The breakfast was outstanding, such a good choice and constant attention from the staff. Best hotel buffet I've had for a long time. Just a shame no one south of Dover can do English bacon!! Joking aside, a lovely hotel, wonder location right on the beach, can't fault it.

Lou – Reviewed 20 Jan 2019

8.0

Very Good

Great breakfast to get the stay started. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Lovely staff, always most helpful with everything.

Martin – Reviewed 6 Dec 2018

10

Excellent

Brilliant hotel lovely rooms and super breakfast as goodasitgets really

Andrew – Reviewed 3 Dec 2018

10

Excellent

Fantastic hotel great atmosphere superb facilities heated pool top notch

Stephen – Reviewed 29 Nov 2018

10

Excellent

Excellent hotel, staff very efficient and freindly.

David – Reviewed 29 Nov 2018

10

Excellent

Joanna – Reviewed 11 Nov 2018

6.0

Good

A good fun hotel in a good position.

David – Reviewed 23 Oct 2018

10

Excellent

Spacious double room, with large comfortable bed. Cleaned daily, with towels replaced twice each day if required.

Brian – Reviewed 21 Oct 2018

8.0

Very Good

We were in some of the old rooms which are in need of some modernisation. I think it needs to be made clearer when booking about the difference in the rooms. Some of our party upgraded and were expecting the refurbished rooms and were disappointed when they had the old rooms with a slightly better view. They couldn’t be called ‘superior’. The hotel was as always very relaxing with excellent service in a great location.

Graham – Reviewed 11 Oct 2018

10

Excellent

Elegant and stylish reception. Luxurious room and lovely view of the golf course and sea. Tea making facility was useful too.

Lauri – Reviewed 10 Oct 2018

10

Excellent

Hotel exceptionally well run. Great outdoor pool area and within easy walking distance to a very good classical Algarve beach with hotel beds on the beach too at no charge. Hotel free bus to its golf courses, so just be on your game an organist your transport 1 day in advance.

Philip – Reviewed 26 Sep 2018

6.0

Good

The hot breakfast was always cold and not the best of quality Although the quality of the cold buffet was a lot better. Quality of the staff in the restaurant was good. The drinks were very expensive staff very poorly trained The Irish coffee was the worst we ever had, entertainment to loud the size of room

Alan – Reviewed 21 Sep 2018

10

Excellent

Great hotel, great service, great golf course - five star rating all the way. 

Martin – Reviewed 25 Jan 2017

10

Excellent

Enjoyed all of it.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div>

Lindsey – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The most interesting holes are around the lake, because of the views.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Keep it on the short stuff!"</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 31</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 8</div></div>

Roger – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

San Lorenzo was a fair test and a great layout.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 30</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 8</div></div>

Roger – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The most challenging hole is the 8th par 5.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 10</div></div>

Dennis – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

17 was an excellent hole.<div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 14</div></div>

Jim – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

18 was my favourite hole.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>8</div></div>

Henrik – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

All holes are good, especially number 6.<div><br></div><div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>9</div></div>

Roger – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

One of the best venues in the Algarve.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Greens are great."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 14</div></div>

John – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

The hotel was very good and the 6th and 7th holes were just beautiful.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Take a sky caddie with you."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 13</div></div>

Deborah – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

The holes by the estuary are great, you need to play the course a couple of times to get the feel for it.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 31</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 8</div></div>

Les – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Great course, especially the stretch by the water. Hit it straight and you'll score well. Great greens. Hotel was great, restaurant superb, especially breakfasts.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Be accurate off tee and you can score well."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 30<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 6</div></div>

Peter – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

<i></i>All holes need thought and careful strategy to play them well - great experience.<div><br></div><div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Consider course management and your ability."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 30</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div></div>

Sue – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Beautifully located hotel near an excellent beach, top class golf course, and good restaurants close by equals a great holiday. <div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>If you go for the green on the 18th hit left."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 9</div></div>

Richard – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Great stay but a bit noisy when the nightclub comes out in early hours.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 25</div></div>

Ann – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Golf break was good value for money - took friends who stayed and played for the first time and look forward to returning.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 26</div></div>

Janet – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

4.0

Average

I think holes four, five and ten where fair tests.<div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Don't use a driver on hole five."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 37<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 9</div></div>

Michael – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

A beautiful and well kept course, definitely the best in the Algarve. Quaint clubhouse, and the hotel was nice and clean but in my opinion is starting to look a bit dated. All the staff were really helpful and friendly.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Just keep the ball in play off the Tee! You don't need to use a driver on a lot of the holes."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 11</div></div>

Paul – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Loved the holes close to the water. Hotel adequate when we visited. The rooms were a good size but generally rather tired. We were however, told that a renovation programme was being started.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Keep your head down!"</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 32<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 12</div></div>

Michael – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

1st is a dog-leg left, play for the middle of the fairway. The hotel was/is first class.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Greens are tricky."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 14</div></div>

John – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

A course I never tire of playing. Second nine is more difficult to score on. Sixth to nine great holes. Always in great condition.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Play the 6th as a par five."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 20</div></div>

Nelson – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

All the holes were brilliant. Hotel very good.<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Keep as straight as you are able to as it is easy to find the water."</i><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 32</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 18</div></div><div><br></div>

Peter – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Played this golf course many times and its always a pleasure and a challenge.<div><br></div><div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 12</div></div>

Tony – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

San Lorenzo was in good condition, with fast greens and playing relatively easy as long as my drives were straight! The Dona Filipa was fine but we did not have one of the refurbished rooms which was disappointing. The staff were very attentive but it was a long walk from the bedroom to the breakfast restaurant and swimming pool.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Lay up on 18 in two and enjoy the wedge to the green over the water."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 10</div></div>

Robert – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

San Lorenzo is my favourite course of all. Unfortunately I was not paired with anyone on two of the occasions during the week which was disappointing. <div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 21<br></div>

Lesley – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

6, 7, 8, 17 & 18 are all great holes with water - commit to the shot and take plenty of club. I was short on my approach shots quite a lot. The hotel is great and even better now it has been refurbished. Staff very friendly.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Take plenty club as greens are receptive."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 3</div></div>

Mike – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Hotel was being refurbished whilst we were there. Going back again.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Greens are great."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 31</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 11</div></div>

Chas – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

We find all the holes very challenging. However, we all love San Lorenzo and the Dona Filipa Hotel and although we are all in our seventies we hope to make a trip next autumn.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Don't be too ambitious and play to your ability."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 20</div></div>

William – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

The hotel was double booked.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Enjoy the golf."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 5</div></div>

Stuart – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

A stunning picturesque course with many challenging holes, especially the par 5 8th, the par 4 18th, and the par 4 6th. All need thoughtful club selection and positioning of shots.<div><b><br></b></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Beware of the 8th, after a good drive care needs to be taken on the next shot."</i><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div>

John – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Hotel great with fabulous breakfast, just enjoy a great course.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Have a good warm up so that you enjoy this great course."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 2</div></div>

Colin – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

6.0

Good

San Lorenzo is a great course but one that is now getting dated and because it is played predominantly as a "resort course" there are a lot of people playing the course who are not golfers so it is slow to get around.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 37<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 2</div></div>

Jonathan – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

18th was my favourite hole.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 24</div></div>

Barrie – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

All the holes boarding the nature reserve were fantastic.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Generally hit more right than left."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 37<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div>

Ivan – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

18th hole was fantastic. Take plenty of golf balls.<div><b><br></b></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Don't under club on your approach shots into the greens."</i><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 35</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 12</div></div>

Chris – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Great course, plan to go back next year. Hotel ok, village area outside hotel excellent.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Don't always hit your longest club."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 20</div></div>

Ian – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Fabulous golf course, the best in my opinion in the Algarve. The hotel is fine, I believe they are upgrading, so should be even better.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Be careful where you drive - there is water in some interesting places!"</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 39 or more</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 26</div></div>

Lou – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

We really enjoyed all of the Pestana courses. The villa we had was lovely and we were made welcome at all the venues. Perfect for a Portuguese golf holiday.<div><br></div><div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 35</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 18</div></div>

John – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Super course. On the 3rd round, I birdied 4 holes in a row, something which I have never done before... Alas I still paid the money out.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Enjoy the course."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 9</div></div>

Mark – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Hotel has been recently upgraded (did need it). San Lorenzo is a great course all year round with dramatic closing holes.<div><br></div><div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Don't go in the water."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 8</div></div></div>

Ben – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

6.0

Good

You have to be a confident golfer to play San Lorenzo near your handicap allowance, holes near the sea can be demanding due to wind strength and accuracy will be rewarded more than distance. Enjoy it, it's quite unique!<div><br></div><div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 38<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 10</div></div>

John – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Hotel dated but still ok. Ideally placed for playing San Lorenzo or the Vale de Lobo courses and right next to Montys for a great night out. San Lorenzo is a fantastic course offering a great challenge for golfers of all abilities. Several holes require length off the tee, however some of the longer holes have narrow fairway targets or doglegs which means it's not necessarily a driver off the tee at the par 5's. Water comes into play on a number of holes and 18 in particular has you driving down the left of a small lake to leave yourself a wedge across more water to the green. Well worth a visit for the hole alone.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Accuracy off the tee is a better strategy than distance."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 12</div></div>

Ronnie – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The course is the star here - I think the hotel rooms could do with an upgrade. But I would rather that way round.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Plot your way round - there are several very tough holes."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 32</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 7</div></div>

Deirdre – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Best holes were 6th, 7th and 18th on San Lorenzo.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Excellent greens and well protected by bunkers."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 29</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 20</div></div>

Brian – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

The 4th hole is my favourite. Drive from a high tee position, not too far or you're in the sea. Dare you cut the corner and risk losing your ball? Don't slice your second shot or you're in the sea.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Play away from the water with your drives on 17 and 18."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 32</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 20</div></div>

Colin – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Keep it straight on 18th.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Don't use a driver."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div>

Paul – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Beautiful course and weather - a true test.<div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16<br></div>

Russell – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

San Lorenzo is a top quality layout. A driver isn't required until the 8th, with accuracy from the tee being of greater importance. Holes 6, 7, 10, 13 and 18 are my favourites. The 10th is the best driving hole and 18 is a really good finishing hole.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Don't miss the pin on the par 3 second to the right."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 31</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 4</div></div>

Ian – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

All 18 were excellent holes. Hotel very nice!<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Avoid the water."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 31</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 10</div></div>

John – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Hotel is good but not really 5 stars.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Play to your handicap and don't be too optimistic."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 25</div></div>

Jan – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Now that I can play San Lorenzo and Pinheiros Altos in the package it is more interesting. I can then add a twilight in Val de Lobo and have three courses in the seven days. The hotel is always welcoming. The staff are not changing often so they remember the guests and greet you as old friends.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Take plenty of balls!"</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 30</div></div>

Yann – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Excellent venue for golf and accommodation. Hotel looks after clubs and arranges for transfer to buggies before your game. Excellent breakfast with a fantastic chefs omelette. A number of excellent holes with water in play.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Keep the ball on the fairway."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 14</div></div>

Charles – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

The Hotel was good and the 18th on Vale de Lobo was good.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 7</div></div>

Brian – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

I thought the Montgomery course was superb, especially when they were playing the Turkish open on it.<div><br></div><div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 37</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 5</div></div>

David – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

San Lorenzo and Pinheiros Altos are superb courses and well worth playing.<div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 39 or more</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div>

Carol – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Course as always is a joy, would be my choice for a last ever round. Hotel good but bedrooms a little tired, but will not stop us returning.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Take an extra club on 2."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 38</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 9</div></div>

Peter – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

San Lorenzo was great. Varied course, some hills-drops, generous fairways. Val de Lobo is a must play. Royal had a fantastic 16th over the beach-ravine par 3. Off season local shops not open. Need a car or taxi for decent restaurants. Hotel renovation offer for foods at SL Club was great.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>On SL hit right to get the run needed. Greens were slow but true. Hang back on 5th or run off onto the beach mud!"</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 30</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 18</div></div>

Patrick – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Best holes were round the beach. 6 & 7 and 16 & 17 were great with plenty of wildlife to see.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Get your lines right on 6 & 7 - card wreckers."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 5</div></div>

Clive – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Hotel was very nice, good course to play 2 or 3 times during a visit.<div><br></div><div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Just play normally, with a little care."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 28</div></div><div><br></div></div>

Alan – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

There are few weak holes on this course and you'll love the quality of the maintenance. Believe in the yardages and just remember that they are measured in metres! (Plus 10%) The Hotel is very comfortable and still reflects the glory days of when it was built, so be kind to it!<div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 7</div></div>

Anthony – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

All the holes around the water were fantastic. Bring your A game. The hotel was finishing its refurbishment but still quality.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Course management is important."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 6</div></div>

Michael – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Altos and any in Val Do Lobo area is my type of golf.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Just enjoy the experience."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 12</div></div>

Terry – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

All are good.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Driver in the bag only."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 16</div></div>

Paul – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The Hotel was first class. Great staff.<div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 21</div></div>

Jordan – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

All of the holes are good. Aim for right side of fairway on most holes. Play early as you get an easy run. The hotel is excellent - good room service, mattresses and pillows which lots of hotels do not have. Bus runs to golf course every 40 minutes.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>If you are not a single figure handicapper play of the yellow tees or shorter."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 35</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 7</div></div>

Eamon – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Favourites were 5, 6, 7, 8. Hotels good but needed a do up.<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> "</i></b><i>Don't buy balls off the course prowlers."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 35</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 7<br></div>

Chris – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Good course and great hotel with lots of very good restaurants nearby, do not need a car.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Play 18 as a par 5."</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 32</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 15</div></div>

Margaret – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The 6th was fantastic with a drive over the corner.<div><br></div><div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Avoid all water."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 15</div></div>

Tony – Reviewed 30 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

May limit the golf at San Lorenzo and maybe drive to Penina. Pinheiros Altos was disappointing.<div><br></div><div>Out of all the holes at San Lorenzo, the 6th & 7th would be my favorite holes.</div><div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Play for the middle of the greens and club up."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 33</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 2</div><div><br></div>

Les – Reviewed 15 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Great hotel, good location. Superb golf at San Lorenzo and Quinta.<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - "</b><i>Don't try to over power the courses, think your way round."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score -</b> 34</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - 7</b></div>

Richard – Reviewed 14 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Great for families/golfers/couples. Have been over 20 times and never disappointed.<div><br></div><div>5, 6, 7, 8, 6, 17, 18 all great holes. Work on you're chipping: the Bermuda grass is tricky compared to UK.<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip</b> - <i>"Choose the right tees for your handicap, take a buggy, enjoy some great views. Buy water at supermarket for 25 cents a big bottle as opposed to €2.50 per small bottle!"</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>32 Points </div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>11</div>

John – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Great Course!<div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>30 Points</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 25</div>

Ian – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

There are few courses in the world which offer so many holes with outstanding views as well as quality fairways and greens. Each hole has different challenges with water coming into play on many. The 18th is as tough a finishing hole as you will find. The hotel is newly refurbished with good food. The adjacent private beach is pristine and the location is ideal.<div><br></div><div><span><b>My Caddy Tip -<i> </i></b><i>"Keep clear of the water."</i></span></div><div><br></div><div><span><b>Stableford Score - </b>30 Points</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>13</div>

Tony – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The holes along the beach side are fabulous. Not too penal off the tee but plenty of challenge. Great course!<div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 28 or Less</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 12</div>

Bill – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Good hotel, the course is fun to play and a good test of golf<div><p><b>Stableford Score</b> - 36 Points</p><p><b>Handicap</b> - 30</p></div>

Pat – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

<div>The 18th at San Lorenzo is a fantastic hole</div><b><div><b><br></b></div>Stableford Score</b> - 35 Points<div><br><div><b>Handicap</b> - 18</div></div>

Alan – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

6.0

Good

The course is outstanding and varied. The rooms in the hotel are tired and in need of upgrading. Would happily go back but maybe stay elsewhere.<div><br></div><div><span><b>Handicap</b> - 14</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>

Ken – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Favorite hole is the 18th. Take plenty of balls and enjoy yourselves. Insect repellent would be good. <div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - </b><i>"Don't try and drive water on the 18th."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>28 or Less</div><div><br></div><div><span><b>Handicap</b> - 21</span></div>

Sue – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The 18th at San Lorenzo -  "Go For It "<div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>33 Points</div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>11</div>

John – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

I have been staying at Dona Filipa and playing San Lorenzo since the early years when golf was free if you stayed at the hotel. Sadly those days are long gone but I am regularly drawn back to the area. The course is always in great condition and although not the longest by modern standards the difficulty more than makes up for it. Some very challenging holes and outstanding scenery make this a venue not to miss.<div><br></div><div><span><b>My Caddy Tip</b> -<i> "</i></span><i>Plan to play when the tide is out! You can still play your recovery shot off the beach!"</i></div><div><br></div><div><span><b>Stableford</b> <b>Score </b>- 36 Points</span></div><div><br></div><div><span><b>Handicap</b> - 12</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>

Bryan – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

<b>My Caddy Tip</b> -<i> "Enjoy it."</i><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 13</div>

Noelle – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Really good hotel and challenging course for a high handicapper but very enjoyable.<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Be accurate rather than long!"</i></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><span><b>Stableford Score - </b>28 or less</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>18</div>

Graham – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

A very nice drive down to the beach. The Hotel is fine and they looked after us very well. My favorite hole is the 17th.<div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score</b> - 31 Points</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 13</div>

John – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

Hotel was fabulous, had a free a la carte dinner on our last night our golf was average but we can't blame the courses for that.<div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>29 Points</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>12</div>

Howard – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

My wife and I had a nice break at Doña Filipa for our Silver Wedding Anniversary. Hotel was lovely, although not quite as plush as we expected. The shuttle between the hotel and golf course was a bit hit and miss. Some people ended up getting taxis to the course as bus filled up very quickly. Would definitely go there again.

Roger – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Definitely worth playing it twice as you learn do much from the first round. I was 6 shots better on day 2 even after beer.<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - </b><i>"Keep your driver in the bag for most holes, you don't need it."</i></div><div><br></div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>33 Points</div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap</b> - 17</div>

Martyn – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

Hole 6, par 4 dog leg left off a high elevation tee has great views over the estuary / bird sanctuary.<div><br></div><div><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>28 or Less<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>10</div></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>

Steve – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

The 18th is a great hole!<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - </b><i>"Use your handicap and don't go for shots where the odds are against you."</i></div><span> <br></span><div><b>Stableford Score - </b>36 Points<br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap - </b>7</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>

Alan – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

First few holes are good openers to settle you down, from the 6th on you know you are playing in a special place.<div><br></div><div><b>My Caddy Tip - <i>"</i></b><i>Don't expect to par every hole."</i></div><div><br></div><div><span><b>Stableford Score - </b>39 or more</span></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Handicap -</b> 7</div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div>

Stephen – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

8.0

Very Good

5th - 8th, 17th & 18th are fantastic holes. <div><br></div><div><span><b>Stableford Score - </b>34</span></div><div><br></div><div><b>Handicap -</b> 12</div>

Paul – Reviewed 9 Dec 2015

10

Excellent

<p><b>My Caddy Tip</b> - <i>"</i><i>Just enjoy the fabulous scenery.</i><i>"</i><br></p><p><b>Stableford Score</b> - 35 Points</p><p><b>Handicap</b> - 12</p>

John – Reviewed 3 Dec 2015

Par	72
Designed by	Joseph Lee
Opened for play	1988
Awards	IAGTO “Europe Golf Resort of the Year” 2009; Golf World UK’s “27th top course in Europe” 2009

White	6,822 yards	SSS 72
Yellow	6,383 yards	SSS 72
Blue	5,837 yards	SSS 74
Red	5,655 yards	SSS 73

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