Great chips!! Reviews are most valuable when they are original and unbiased. Was this review helpful? Sometimes we show external review scores from other well-known travel websites, but make it clear when we do this. Portugal has many excellent golf courses. To edit a review youve already submitted, contact our Customer Service team. All content should be genuine and unique to the guest. Monte Rei Golf Club was originally nominated by Steve for inclusion on the Top 100 website as a gem and was added to the site on 19th September 2007. Respond to above review Location was good for beaches. Our mission will be to maximise the existing terrain and natural features, so we can create an experience that has its own distinct personality, with the same commitment to excellence that golfers expect when they visit Monte Rei.. All distances are measured in straight lines.
The great thing about this is that the pin position really does dictate the best place to hit your drive. Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2), A second 18 is being constructed, again designed by Jack Nicklaus. How to get to Monte Rei Golf & Country Club from Faro Airport. Im looking to do some work. Begin designing your course today. Vistas: Closed from Tue, Jan 05, 2021 until Sun, Feb 28, 2021, Veranda: Closed from Tue, Jan 05, 2021 until Sun, Feb 28, 2021, Sauna is closed from Tue, Jan 05, 2021 until Sun, Feb 28, 2021, License number: 9369/RNET,37477/AL,3706/AL,4291/AL,4300/AL,4326/AL,4377/AL,4338/AL,4333/AL,4711/AL,4408/AL,45998/AL,4638/AL,4645/AL,46016/AL,3703/AL,3686/AL,4663/AL,3709/AL,45091/AL,8899/AL,4723/Al,8894/Al,8884/AL. You can only leave a review within 28 days after check-out.
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Monte Rei Golf & Country Club takes special requests add in the next step! Monte Rei Golf & Country Club is located on the same property as the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Portuguese, I was off and on my way to the golf course at 0805. Four more luxury courses are planned for the area in the coming years, which will be designed by Tom Weiskopf and Kyle Phillips. My problem with it is every hole goes through a valley which makes it feel like you're playing the same hole over and over. You'll receive an email as soon as the property answers your question. The course was by far the worst condition we have played this week. It's a kind of layout you can go 6 holes without seeing another human, even on a fairly busy day. The hospitality is great, but it's always dead so they have no one else to focus on.
Was this review helpful? Monte Rei Golf Club is located up in the hills near the Spanish Border, a little inland of most of the courses in Portugal's Algarve region. The modern kitchens include large cupboards for storage, a microwave and an electric kettle. Click here to read post guidelines. Write a full question containing a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 300 characters, and don't share any personal info. Read more about possible travel restrictions before you go. They ran true, were consistent but not overly quick - just a nice pace. 5 people found this review helpful In years to come this resort will keep developing into something really special with another course underway, a hotel and expanded facilities. Thank you, Is there a heated indoor pool? Excellent pro shop and caddymaster staff, 15 minute tee times so no one needs feel pressured, practice facilities with a snack bar (which serves as the halfway hut) and a quality hotel. So too do the par 4, 3rd and 12th holes have a similar look and feel. 7 people found this review helpful The staff was very welcoming and the cleaning team is extremely professional. Booking.com is a distributor (without any obligation to verify) and not a publisher of these questions and answers. Beautiful location, relaxing, and staff were amazing ! We had a special tasting dinner in the smart restaurant - that was amazing. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site. Qualit parfaite There is no doubt there are some tremendous holes on this course. everything. Was this review helpful? We spent 5 days at Monte Rei last spring and played the course 4 times. Something went wrong please try again later. Honestly, it had been a big gap on my resume of courses in Continental Europe, especially with the consistently high ranking it always seems to enjoy. A long road with fine views over the course and spectacular villas makes sure you won't be leaving anytime soon. However the North Course bunkering is also both artistic and eye catching and I was most impressed! Service excellent, Very beautiful course, well maintained, lots of water and bunkers, great seevice. Respect the privacy of others. Special. Nearest beach is 8.3 km from Monte Rei. This course underwent a true transformation. A whole village of up-market villas has been built where we have stayed twice, there are some modern apartments constructed alongside the 18th in the last 3 years, and a hotel is planned, but one gets the feeling that for whatever reason the property take-up has been very slow. Actual travel distances may vary. Fernando, Tremendous course in perfect condition, helpful, friendly staff, pampered for a day. language, whether its just a rating or contains comments as well, etc.). Breakfast and lunch was good. beautifully manicured gardens and extremely spacious and private villa with all the mod cons.
Location was good for, Approximate prices in USD for a 1-night stay. How can I get to the closest beach from the property? Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected. The whole Monte Rei experience golf, accommodation, dining is top notch, and the service levels are as good as anything in the world. See other reviews from Tim Elliott. There were some bare patches in places & I felt it just needs to raise its game. Please avoid using profanity or attempts to approximate profanity with creative spelling, in any language. The description says 2 single beds? We would love to bring your vision to life. It would easily have been getting 6 balls from me was it not for the fact it was ever so slightly recovering from maintenance work from the week prior. We can set up the beds as Double or Twin. Only a customer who booked through Booking.com and stayed at a specific property can write a review. WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. They look great on the eye but if youre not playing well theyll wreck your card. But day-tripping golfers who will make Monte Rei the highlight of their holiday wont worry about this, and will surely want to come back to play golf here time and again. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Country Club villas have a living room with a TV and DVD player. When guests stay at the property, they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff is, and more. A damage deposit of EUR 400 is required on arrival. You can sort and/or filter them by time of year, review score, and more. Peter Wood is the founder of The Travelling Golfer click the link to read his full review. Brooks Cruise ship landed at 0700. However, is this true of Monte Rei. Error: That always helps. Loved the golf! Get instant confirmation with FREE cancellation on most rooms! Each review score is between 1 and 10. Overall, I would definitely recommend Monte Rei (and the price tag that comes with it!) the calm and serenity of the place, the well trained staff who make every request seem like its no problem at all. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room. Sitio Do Pocinho - Sesmarias, 8901-907 Vila Nova De Cacela, Portugal Was this review helpful? Booking.com mayat its own discretionalter, modify, delete, or otherwise change these Guidelines. * For me this is an essential of a great routing. Welcome to one of the most exclusive developments of its kind featuring two unique, championship Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses, set in over 1,000 acres of glorious countryside in Portugals Eastern Algarve. Staff were very helpful and polite. Palmars on the coast is a far better course in my opinion, and you'll be able to remember the holes weeks later, which can't be said for Monte Rei.
Questions and answers should be property- or room-related. You can review an accommodation that you booked through our platform if you stayed there, or if you got to the property but didnt actually stay there. We had the Tapas Menu after the rund - very recommendable! There is no doubt that the greens are very good. Food was delicious. The complimentary snacks at breakfast time (if you have not pre-paid for breakfast) was a nice touch with freshly squeezed orange juice delivered to our villa at 9am each day with some bread and pastries. 7 people found this review helpful A Monte Rei bag tag with our names engraved on the bag. Very quiet and peaceful, amazing place to be in family. Monte Rei aspires to provide a very different experience to other resort courses in The Algarve, and from my experience they have been successful. Free private parking is possible on site. I dont have many claims to fame within the golf industry but I recommended Monte Rei to be included within the Portuguese section back in 2007, just weeks after it had opened. The stunning hillside terrain set up high a few miles back from the coast, and very near the Spanish border, adds to the feeling of a very special place. Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property. Food: Was this review helpful? Golf course was excellent and pool very nice.
These guidelines and standards aim to keep the content on Booking.com relevant and family-friendly, without limiting expression or strong opinions. The 13th is a downhill par four with bunkers at the drive landing point and a lakeside green that undulates wickedly. Monte Rei Golf & Country Club is a 12-minute drive from sandy beaches and is located 11 mi from Tavira. The complimentary snacks at breakfast time (if you have not pre-paid for breakfast) was a nice touch with freshly squeezed orange juice delivered to, Villa was lovely - very nicely presented. Although the very modest route to get to Monte Rei may not seem like much, you definitely know when you've arrived at the golf course. That's a sign of good design work, I'd say! I also found it interesting just how much course the design was dictated by the land perhaps more than any Nicklaus design I have seen. Monte Rei is must play and a wonderful place to stay as well. Upon arrival you will be given 5 Star attentive services, valet parking, and your Buggy which is included in the cost of the green fee. See other reviews from Halvor Naess. Perfect, you need only to think about playing, all other thinks are with them, they give you a gift when you arrive and when you end! I have now played the course seven times and still relish the challenge. It has stuck in my mind ever since, not just for the quality of the course (amongst the best of the Jack Nicklaus fleet) but for the luxury of everything about the place. The green fee is quite high, buggies are essential and with 12 minute intervals between tee times, it is millionaires golf. Its a very good course & just needs to improve the conditioning to some areas to get an excellent or outstanding rating. Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas. The first thing that I noticed was that there was a lot of width which really does improve playability at all levels. The staff was very welcoming and the cleaning team is extremely professional. Facilities in general were very good. Various transportation means available. You're made to feel like a honoured guest as soon as you pull up, taking your car and loading the golf bags straight onto the buggy. Once completed, these exciting developments will ensure that Monte Rei goes from strength to strength, cementing this relatively unknown golfing area on the map.
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British, Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Monte Rei Golf & Country Club accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival. Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay. The layout provides an unforgettable experience and we can safely say that this is a quality golf course, which deserves its high rating in the Portuguese and Continental European rankings. Jack Nicklaus Makes His First Inspection Visit to What Could Become the Best Course in Portugal, Monte Rei The Algarves new jewel in the crown. Staff were always helpful. Already the landscape is renewing itself although the scars of the fire are still evident. Dont include any personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Booking not found double-check your booking number and PIN then try again. If you have played the course you might recall the 1st and the 10th being a bit similar in feeling with elevated tee shots doglegging right, though both are of greatly different lengths. Check your booking confirmation email to find your booking number and PIN. The resort is remote and the route to it circuitous, so it probably needs a similarly mouth-watering second course, for as reported by the last reviewer the place is very quiet. That's about 407.86USD. I like it, but don't love it, and think it's overrated. Monte Rei provides a complimentary scheduled beach shuttle service during July and August.
The course is laid out in the rolling hills to the north of the Via Infante (A22) motorway. Guests can also give separate subscores in crucial areas, such as location, cleanliness, staff, comfort, facilities, value, and free WiFi. See other reviews from Yvan Morel.
Impeccable service, incredible practice facilities and a truly outstanding golf course. Parcours magnifique, vari, difficile mais amusant jouer. Both the reviews are critical of the state of conditioning at Monte Rei, although Steve Searle only finds fault with the fairways and tees.This was a little earlier this year, and in my view the course is now back in tip top condition. The course is good, with lots of really good holes. One of the best golf course i have ever played ( i played pebble b , Valderama , St. Andrews etc) and rooms are extraordinary. This will be collected by credit card. Worth playing, but I wouldn't play it again. Yes, we have cots/cribs available free of charge. I had the feeling of being at home. Water is present on a number of holes particularly on the back nine, and is strategically placed so as to offer a fair risk and reward dependant on the challenges undertaken with each golf shot. Leaving a wonderful second shot downhill to a picturesque green with a sharp drop-off straight after to a lake. 13.
The club is located away from the concentration of courses that are abundant around the Albufeira area Monte Rei is set in the hills northeast of Tavira towards the Spanish border and the mountain setting is very special, which is evident on arrival where stunning views greet you, providing a taster as to what to expect during the round ahead. If we find any, we delete them and, if necessary, take action against whoever is responsible. See other reviews from Steve Searle. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Booking.com is part of Booking Holdings Inc., the world leader in online travel and related services. monte-rei.com. My favourite holes are the beautiful 3rd and 13th, both challenging and unusual downhill par4s, and the dogleg par5 18th. This service may contain translations powered by Google.
So.returning 15-years later I was intrigued to see if it could impress me yet again. They are fair, the only drawback in my opinion being the obsession with bunkers some of which are huge and can seem like an endless vista of sand as you approach the green. So, all credit to the architects: they have used the land they were given to maximum affect, and then created interest when the cupboard was bare. Booking.com will make efforts to obscure email addresses, phone numbers, websites, social media accounts, and similar details. The course features an abundance of water hazards and some of the very best bunkering weve seen for some time. Proving a par 4 can be appreciated teeing off from up high to a fairway in between two dunes. Monte Rei enjoys a wide variety of elevation changes and sits on a very hilly site. I went into Monte Rei expecting much of the same but couldnt have been more wrong with that expectation. Your current language is English (US), Sitio Do Pocinho - Sesmarias, 8901-907 Vila Nova De Cacela, Portugal, Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2), Lock in a great price for your upcoming stay. Respond to above review Promotional content will be removed. Respond to above review Molten Brown toiletries lovely! Respond to above review Attempts to bring down the rating of a competitor by submitting a negative review will not be tolerated. Staff were always helpful. With a building density that is one of the lowest of any comparable development in Europe, the landscaping has been carefully designed to ensure that the Algarvean landscape is preserved and enhanced. Comments and media that include hate speech, discriminatory remarks, threats, sexually explicit remarks, violence, or the promotion of illegal activity are not permitted. to anyone looking for a pristine round of golf in a luxurious place.
To post a review, score or a notice on Monte Rei page's or to connect with other Monte Rei golfers, please log in to your account or sign up using Google or Facebook. Guests submit their subscores and their overall scores independently theres no direct link between them. I assure you he sees things differently to you or I. Comments and media that include hate speech, discriminatory remarks, threats, sexually explicit language, violence, or the promotion of illegal activity are not allowed. See other reviews from Peter Wood. 1 person found this review helpful Your question will be published on Booking.com after it's approved and answered. One of the most beautiful courses in Continental Europe. Molten Brown toiletries lovely! However, it is fun to play! Booking.com does not accept responsibility or liability for any reviews or responses. You need to test it. The property usually replies within a few days. See other reviews from John Martin. By default, reviews are sorted based on the date of the review and on additional criteria to display the most relevant reviews, including but not limited to: your language, reviews with text, and non-anonymous reviews. Huge bunkers must be avoided both off the tee and at the green to ensure a strong start to your round. This lets us know our reviews come from real guests like you. This new outstanding Signature course by Jack Nicklaus offers everything a player would expect of this international golfer and designer. Without a doubt #1 visitor experiences in Algarve, try it . Respond to above review All our accommodation options are equiped with Optical Fiber internet. Going through every single hole and what I liked is very repetitive so I'll leave you with just one.
Guests can enjoy international cuisine at the Michelin-starred Vistas Restaurant, which features vaulted ceilings and views of the ocean and the 18th hole. Thanks! excellent housekeeping service. emails, phone numbers, credit card info), Swear words, sexual references, hate speech, discriminatory remarks, threats, or references to violence, Impersonation (i.e. 8 people found this review helpful This is a premium facility and any golfer appreciating quality should try and play it. You're eligible for a Genius discount at Monte Rei Golf & Country Club! Booking.com property partners should not post on behalf of guests or offer incentives in exchange for reviews. The Golden Bear commented as follows: The South course will have many similar features to the North: great trees, wonderful topography, beautiful vistas, and has the potential to be another sensational course. Sign up and we'll send the best deals to you. Wonderfully unique holes like the par 4 thirteenth hole are the result. The facility is owned by a Portuguese family who are insisting on maintaining quality throughout and who do not want the course flooded with players (hence the 15 minute tee intervals and premium green fee price). Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. It offers spacious villas with free Wi-Fi and fully equipped kitchens. Please dont include personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability. The 18th is a cracking finishing hole, a par five that is in reach for the biggest of hitters but watch out for the lake that is in play for everyones second and third shots. Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property. Top service at the clubhouse. Went to Monte Rai with high expectations after friends told me how good it was for a few years, also had trips cancelled because of covid. None of the five par3s is over 180 yards from the standard Signature tees, there are also five par5s with uphill holes numbers 6 and 16 needing three meaty strikes to reach the putting surface. The opinions expressed in contributions are those of Booking.com customers and properties, and not of Booking.com. The Gordons weren't the greatest of archit Set in the picturesque foothills of the Eastern Algarve, with sweeping views of the Serra do Caldeiro mountains to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. To get the overall score, we add up all the review scores and divide that total by the number of review scores we received. Please inform Monte Rei Golf & Country Club of your expected arrival time in advance. Try again. The tees & fairways were where I thought the quality of the playing surfaces need some TLC. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Monte Rei Golf & Country Club has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 10, 2011, Ideally, we'd publish every review we get, positive and negative. See other reviews from Andy newns. Every golf hole is in its own private arena, from which other holes or other golfers are rarely visible. Overall I enjoyed returning to Monte Rei. Perfect for families. These are Steves original comments: Not sure if youd like to include Monte Rei Golf Club within the Portuguese section of the site as it is a fantastic new course, only open six weeks when I played it in late Aug 2007. Each hole presents an attractive visual challenge combining a variety of factors to ensure golfers of most standards can play the course with enjoyment and challenge at every hole. Monte Rei is an outstanding, world-class golf course. Members of the team were waiting for us after our round to collect the buggy, clean our clubs and hand us a special little memento. Food was delicious. Villa was excellent.
I had the feeling of being at home., Breakfast and lunch was good. Detail combined with natural aspects, already existing or specially created, provides a course where a challenging round of golf can be played in very satisfying tranquillity. There are too many great holes to list here but our favourites come into play at a special corner of the course. All Travelling Golfers headed to Portugal should aspire to play Monte Rei. From arrival, this club oozes class. Respond to above review
Copyright 19962022 Booking.com will make an effort to obscure email addresses, telephone numbers, website addresses, social media accounts, and other similar details. Respond to above review Please enter a valid email address. Lock in a great price for Monte Rei Golf & Country Club rated 9 by recent guests! Little touches like that do really add to the experience for me. The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. 5 people found this review helpful. Additional sorting options might be available (by type of traveler, by score, etc). This hole plays downhill to a narrow well protected green with a lake surrounded by hills as the backdrop. 1561220,1565080,1550830|3,1563710|2,1557080,1548020|3,1565670,1561950,1559850|1,1553180,1566560,1542720,1550830,1561630,1565870,1565870|4,1559850,1568250|3,1563880,1568250,1557030,1563710, Monte Rei Golf & Country Club (Resort), Vila Nova De Cacela (Portugal) Deals. Is there a sauna and if the writer is claiming to be someone else). You should be reimbursed on check-out. The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. I think it would be fair to say the quality of the design, routing & use of the changes in elevation are exceptionally good. Your contribution should be yours. Designed by Jack Nicklaus in 2007, the North course is part of a high-end housing estate. It was clear it was going to establish a lofty position within the rankings due to its obvious quality but I was surprised it rose so high so quick. The only criticism I could come up with is that a couple holes, while different, had similar feeling tee shots. My resume includes a growing number of Nicklaus Signature designed courses around the world and while some are better than others in my mind most of them are slightly over done in certain areas, sometimes thats with rather extreme bunkering and other times with fairly radical shapes and greens. This is one of only a few Jack Nicklaus Signature courses in Europe and the first to reach Portugal.
Facilities in general were very good., It's very quiet and calm even with most of the villas occupied. But played this week and was totally underwhelmed, no balls on the range for half our group, no course planners no ball makers I know all little things but add up to the frustration of the day. Nicklaus & team have created a world-class course using the natural terrain to great affect. From the moment you arrive, the service and attention to detail is of the highest order, the stylish clubhouse is delightful and the practice facility is simply outstanding. Loved the golf!, Villa was lovely - very nicely presented. At Monte Rei Golf Club things are very different. The course has variety, and is beautifully finished.