San Lorenzo Golf Course
Overview
Why it matters
San Lorenzo remains one of the Algarve's most atmospheric classic resort rounds. The course moves through pines and toward the Ria Formosa, where water, marsh, and coastal light give several holes a sense of place that manicured inland golf cannot imitate.
Its appeal is not only nostalgia. San Lorenzo still asks for disciplined driving and committed approaches, especially when the wind touches the exposed holes. For travelers seeking golf Algarve courses with history and scenery, it remains a mandatory stop.
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Par
72
Yardage
6,822
Holes
18
Opened
1988
Green fee
$160–$290
Difficulty
8/10
Architect
Joseph Lee and Rocky Roquemore
Inside Loop rating
4.8 / 5
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Reader reviews
Trusted reads from the field.
Priya Ellison
★★★★★
San Lorenzo had the most memorable setting of our central Algarve rounds, especially near the water.
Dine like a champion
Local tables worth planning around.
Inside Loop pairs every great tee time with restaurants that respect the same destination rhythm: provenance, service, and a room with memory.
Explore travel pairings15 min drive and beach transfer
Gigi Praia
Beachfront Algarve seafood
Algarve beach institution
Barefoot-luxury island dining with grilled fish, shellfish, and Ria Formosa views.
The ideal San Lorenzo pairing: golf beside the Ria Formosa, then seafood close enough to taste the same Atlantic air.