… port of Portimao and the historic town of Lagos.
Portugal shares the Iberian peninsular with Spain. It has fine beaches, beautiful castles, charming fishing villages, well-maintained hotels, excellent restaurants and colourful folk tradition. Towards the north, the character is more Celtic, while in the south, Moorish ancestry is apparent. The main tourist attractions are in the capital of Lisbon and Estoril on the west coast and the Algarve to the south.
The Algarve is located to the south of Portugal on the south-west tip of Europe and it is one of Europe's sunniest spot, a unique jewel where the finest beaches and weather on the continent meet traditional historic Portugal.
Summertime is clearly the busiest time of the year, reaching a climax with the popular annual sardine festival in august but the mild climate of the Algarve,and many sunny winter days attract a multinational crowd in all seasons. Golf for instance, can be played even in winter on the Algarve golf courses. exploring the countless shopping opportunities, visiting historical sites, strolling along the riverboulevard or just sipping a drink in a garden bar. Warm seawaters and gorgeous rock formations make the beaches particularly alluring, Praia da Rocha presents itself as a cosmopolitan beach resort where you can join a wide range of beach activities, dine in one of the many excellent national and international restaurants and afterward enjoy the vibrant nightlife for which it is famous.
Once a quiet little town, Lagos is now a thriving fishing port and market centre as well as being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Algarve. Within walking distances of some superb beaches, the town is also an interesting historical centre.
Set in its own picturesque 360 acre estate, near the little village Alvor, the Penina Golf and Resort offers three golf courses designed by Sir Henry Cotton. There are also floodlit tennis courts, the "Penguin Village" children's club (seasonal) and evening entertainment. At the beach area, which has its own Clubhouse and shuttle bus service, you can enjoy a variety of water-sports in the summer (June-September). The hotel and golf club are unique when it comes to outstanding views, a calm and tranquil setting, and shows nature at its best. Le Meridien Penina Golf and Resort offers a wide range of facilities and services specifically tailored to meet and surpass the expectations of each hotel guest. The nearest town, with shops, local entertainment and a casino, is four kilometres from the resort at Portimao, and Lagos is 12 kilometres away.
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Guestrooms & Suites : The Penina Golf and Resort offers 196 gustrooms inclusive of 17 suites, all feature comfortable, relaxing and welcoming mediterranean style ambience. All guestrooms and suites are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, international direct dial telephone, voicemail, computer dataport, minibar, safe and bathroom with bathtub/shower and hairdryer.
  • The Standard Single Rooms are equipped with one single bed and internet access and they offer view over the Resort Course or the Monchique Mountains.
  • The Standard Rooms are equipped with one double bed or two single beds and internet access and they offer view over the resort course or the Monchique Mountains.
  • The Superior Rooms are decorated in mediterranean style and they are equipped with one double bed or two single beds and internet access. These rooms feature a private balcony with magnificent view over the pool and the Championship Golf Course.
  • The Studio Rooms are equipped with one double bed or two single beds and internet access. These rooms consist a split-level bedroom and sitting area with balcony and panoramic view . All are located on he 4th floor.
  • The Junior Suites consist of a twin-bedded room with separate lounge and balcony with view over the pool and the Championship Golf Course and they are decorated in mediterranean style.
  • The Grand One-Bedroom Suite consist a bedroom with two twin beds, two bathrooms, a large separate living room and balcony or terrace.
  • The Grand Two-Bedroom Suites consist two bedrooms with twin beds, four bathrooms, a large separate living room and balcony or terrace.

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Cuisine & Cocktails : The Penina Golf and Resort offers a choice of five restaurants with Portuguese, Italian and international cuisine and the four bars offer a choice of refreshments, snacks and cocktails. Children's menus, barbecues, theme evenings and formal dinners are all available.
  • The Sagres Restaurant offer Portuguese and international cuisine and is the ideal location for theme events.
  • The Grill Restaurant serves international cuisine and ? la carte menus.
  • L'Arlecchino Restaurant offers Italian cuisine with ? la carte menus and is located by the pool. Open only in summer.
  • The Pool Restaurant is a great place for light meals. Open only in summer.
  • The Beach Restaurant serves international cuisine and light meals. Open only in summer.
  • The Monchique Bar and Lounge serves light meals, cocktail and drinks.
  • The Sir Henry Cotton's Club is the traditional golfer's bar and serves light meals and international ? la carte menus.
  • The Spikes Bar is the golfer's bar by the 9th green and serves refreshments and drinks.

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Leisure & Wellness : The Algarve, with its pleasant climate, is a perfect place for leisure and sports enthusiasts. Golf is particularly high on the list of things to do, and there are numerous courses to test even the most ardent player. Le Meridien Penina Golf and Resort offers a wide range of sporting and leisure facilities that includes three golf courses, the exclusive 18-hole Sir Henry Championship Course, as well as the Academy Course for beginners and a new 9-hole Resort Course. There is also an extensive driving range ad huge putting green.
The beach is four kilometres away from the hotel, with complimentary transfers from June to the end of September. Water sports are available from June to September, and the Beach Club offers windsurfing, sailing, pedaloes, waterskiing, sunbeds, towel service and a restaurant.
The Penina Golf and Resort also offers six flootlight tennis courts, Olympic sized swimming pool and children's pool and the Penguin Village is available to entertain the younger guests.
The Health Centre is fully equipped with gymnasium, saunas, massage, beautician and hairdressing salon.
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Meetings & Banquets : The Penina Golf and Resort offer three conference rooms for up to 410 people to accommodate all types of conference, meeting, seminar, workshop and product launch. The main conference room offers translation equipment, audio recording, microphone system, audio-visual equipment and computer rental.
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Other Facilites : Business centre with secretarial service. 24-hour room service. Air conditioning. Nonsmoking rooms. Handicapped facilities. Airport transfer. Limousine service. Carparking. Baby sitting and childcare is available on request. Pets are allowed.
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Rates & Reservations : Quoted in EURO.
  • Standard Single Room: From 110 (low season-ls) to 260 (high season-hs)
  • Superior Room, single use: From 120 (ls) to 280 (hs)
  • Standard Room: From 130 (ls) to 310 (hs)
  • Superior Room: From 155 (ls) to 340 (hs)
  • Studio, 1-2 people: From 165 (ls) to 360 (hs)
  • Junior Suite, 1-2 people: From 230 (ls) to 660 (hs)
  • Grand One-Bedroom Suite, 1-2 people: From 280 (ls) to 740 (hs)
  • Grand Two-Bedroom Suite, 4 persons: From 435 (ls) 1,150 (hs)
Rates per room and night inclusive of breakfast, service charge and local taxes. To get concrete rates or to make a reservation kindly click here
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There is a golf course near The Penina Golf and Resort Hotel Pets are welcome to The Penina Golf and Resort Hotel (on request)
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