We do not have a jacuzzi, however we do have a Sauna. Various transportation means available. Was this review helpful? It's very quiet and calm even with most of the villas occupied. What are the other transportation options? emails, phone numbers, credit card info), Swear words, sexual references, hate speech, discriminatory remarks, threats, or references to violence, Impersonation (i.e. 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. This is one of only a few Jack Nicklaus Signature courses in Europe and the first to reach Portugal. Portugal has many excellent golf courses. 7 people found this review helpful Guests can also give separate subscores in crucial areas, such as location, cleanliness, staff, comfort, facilities, value, and free WiFi. In years to come this resort will keep developing into something really special with another course underway, a hotel and expanded facilities. Each hole is isolate for the others, the feeling is very nice. Areas around the greens were well maintained & some of the run offs well positioned ensuring your iron play must be spot on to get close to the flag. This is a premium facility and any golfer appreciating quality should try and play it. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Read more about possible travel restrictions before you go. Nicklaus & team have created a world-class course using the natural terrain to great affect. Four more luxury courses are planned for the area in the coming years, which will be designed by Tom Weiskopf and Kyle Phillips. Thank you, Is there a heated indoor pool? I assure you he sees things differently to you or I. The most helpful contributions are detailed and help others make better decisions. See other reviews from Halvor Naess. Monte Rei enjoys a wide variety of elevation changes and sits on a very hilly site. 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. In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room. The course was by far the worst condition we have played this week. 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. monte-rei.com. You'll receive an email as soon as the property answers your question. The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. Guests can enjoy international cuisine at the Michelin-starred Vistas Restaurant, which features vaulted ceilings and views of the ocean and the 18th hole. Sure, the course is still very playable if you dont hit it in the best spot, but, if you want to score or have a chance at scoring then you will have to play smart. British, Respond to above review Avoid using profanity or approximations of profanity with creative spelling in any language. Worth playing, but I wouldn't play it again. The opinions expressed in contributions are those of Booking.com customers and properties, and not of Booking.com. Attempts to bring down the rating of a competitor by submitting a negative review will not be tolerated. Booking.com. The whole Monte Rei experience golf, accommodation, dining is top notch, and the service levels are as good as anything in the world. Our Residents benefit from the discounted resident green fee. 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. Begin designing your course today. Respect the privacy of others. Yes, we have cots/cribs available free of charge. excellent housekeeping service. The course has variety, and is beautifully finished. 5 people found this review helpful Booking.com will make efforts to obscure email addresses, phone numbers, websites, social media accounts, and similar details. Monte Rei Golf & Country Club accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival. However, the only downside for me was I felt its condition wasnt worthy of a #1 spot in the Portuguese rankings. It's a kind of layout you can go 6 holes without seeing another human, even on a fairly busy day. Good Morning, Monte Rei Golf & Country Club is a 12-minute drive from sandy beaches and is located 11 mi from Tavira. Monte Rei provides a complimentary scheduled beach shuttle service during July and August. However, it is fun to play! Contributions should be travel related. Facilities in general were very good. The 3rd, 9th, 13th, 14th & 15th are stand-out in my opinion. Top service at the clubhouse. Already the landscape is renewing itself although the scars of the fire are still evident. Choose your currency. So.returning 15-years later I was intrigued to see if it could impress me yet again. 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. Villa was lovely - very nicely presented. Dont include any personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Was this review helpful? Great chips!! This course underwent a true transformation. Beautiful location, relaxing, and staff were amazing ! When guests stay at the property, they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff is, and more. The first thing that I noticed was that there was a lot of width which really does improve playability at all levels. I had the feeling of being at home. Jacouzzi. Monte Rei is an outstanding, world-class golf course. Sometimes we show external review scores from other well-known travel websites, but make it clear when we do this. 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. We can set up the beds as Double or Twin. I went into Monte Rei expecting much of the same but couldnt have been more wrong with that expectation. Was this review helpful? From arrival, this club oozes class. Get instant confirmation with FREE cancellation on most rooms! Please inform Monte Rei Golf & Country Club of your expected arrival time in advance. 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. Facilities in general were very good., It's very quiet and calm even with most of the villas occupied. Food: Only a customer who booked through Booking.com and stayed at a specific property can write a review. However the North Course bunkering is also both artistic and eye catching and I was most impressed! To get the overall score, we add up all the review scores and divide that total by the number of review scores we received. My bias is that I holed out my approach for a 2 on my first play. * All rights reserved. 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. 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. Yes, it may be just a pipe dream, but a better spot would be hard to find. 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. Respond to above review 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. Fairways and greens tie in quite well with the surroundings and the routing has quite a bit of variation and high memorability factor. Wonderfully unique holes like the par 4 thirteenth hole are the result. Error: If you stayed at this property through Booking.com, you can write a review. Little touches like that do really add to the experience for me. Monte Rei Golf & Country Club accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival. Copyright 19962022 One of the most beautiful courses in Continental Europe. Brooks Cruise ship landed at 0700. Monte Rei Golf & Country Club has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 10, 2011, Located in the unspoilt countryside between the dramatic Serra do Caldeiro mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Monte Rei Golf Club is a rare jewel. This new outstanding Signature course by Jack Nicklaus offers everything a player would expect of this international golfer and designer. Free private parking is possible on site. You should be reimbursed on check-out. I am indeed fortunate to have played a good number of them and of those I have played Monte Rei is in my view the best and the jewel in the crown, and arguably one of the best layouts in mainland Europe. 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. 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. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected. 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. Once completed, these exciting developments will ensure that Monte Rei goes from strength to strength, cementing this relatively unknown golfing area on the map. The 14th is probably the prettiest hole at Monte Rei a medium length par three where the tee shot must carry a lake to find the green and anything pulled left will find a watery grave. 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. 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. International, They're also applicable regardless of the comment's tone. You're eligible for a Genius discount at Monte Rei Golf & Country Club! 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. For me this is an essential of a great routing. if the writer is claiming to be someone else). Monte Rei is a weird one. 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. 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.
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