AP Maria Nova Lounge Hotel is a four-star hotel located in the heart of the historic city of Tavira in the east Algarve.

This adult-only Algarve hotel was totally refurbished as recently as 2017 and offers a comfortable, stylish, and modern base from which to explore the best east Algarve golf courses, not to mention Tavira and stunning local beaches.

Ranging from Standard Rooms to luxurious Deluxe Suites, guestrooms at AP Maria Nova Lounge Hotel boast all the modern amenities and services you’d typically associate with a modern four-star hotel including air conditioning, WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. All rooms are stylishly decorated and have private balconies, while Suites and Deluxe Suites also boast spacious living areas, views of the famous Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, and even a private outdoor jacuzzi situated on the terrace.

During downtime away from the golf course, relax and enjoy a refreshing cocktail at the Pool Bar located at the outdoor swimming pool, or retreat to the luxurious spa to make use of the sauna, steam bath, hydromassage, and indoor pool. Those with a sport disposition can also make use of the on-site gym.

Dining-wise, hotel guests can enjoy international and traditional Portuguese cuisine along with a selection of wines from Quinta de São Sebastião at the Balsa Restaurant, open daily for breakfast from 7:30 - 10:30 am, and dinner from 18:30 - 10:00 pm.

In addition to the Pool Bar, AP Maria Nova Lounge Hotel also offers its guests the chance to enjoy a well-deserved drink or two at the Rooftop Nomad Restaurant & Bar. As the name suggests, this stylish watering hole takes pride of place on the rooftop of the hotel, offering superb panoramic views over the beautiful city of Tavira.

Quinta da Ria

With the sea on one side, and the mountains towering on the other, Quinta da Ria's setting is awesome, and the golf course lives up to its billing too. The 6,579 yard layout is built around the five man-made lakes that are the focal point of the landscape, which also provide the course's irrigation.

More than 300 trees have been planted around the course, and there is a restriction on construction, ensuring that the integrity of the environment remains intact. The signature holes are undoubtedly the 16th and 17th, which are carved through the lakes, and can either make or break your round.

These outstanding holes and the stunning surroundings help to explain why Quinta da Ria has become a mainstay of a golf holiday around the Eastern area of the sunny Algarve.

Quinta de Cima 

Quinta de Cima unfolds over an impressive 7,200 yards plus layout from the back tees, offering a stimulating journey for golfers of all abilities, though it particularly rewards thoughtful strategy and precise execution. Designed by the acclaimed golf course architect Rocky Roquemore and opened in July 2002, this course has matured into a respected tournament venue.

While the fairways may appear welcoming your strategic thinking will be tested at every turn. A winding creek snakes its way across several holes demanding careful club selection and precise shots to avoid its watery grasp. Thoughtfully positioned bunkers guard the greens and landing areas forcing you to plot your way around the course rather than simply overpowering it. The experience builds to a crescendo with the final three holes a spectacular and challenging stretch of doglegs sand and water that will get your heart racing.

Quinta Do Vale

True to Seve's charismatic style, the course at Quinta do Vale is designed to thrill and challenge golfers of all abilities. Ballesteros promised a course that would please every player no matter their handicap and he delivered by creating a layout that rewards thoughtful play and bold shot-making. The course unfolds over 75 hectares of undulating terrain, with every hole carefully integrated into the natural landscape to give each one a distinct personality.

The journey begins with a front nine where water is a constant companion, guarding fairways and greens and demanding precision from the very first tee shot. The unique configuration of six par 3s, six par 4s and six par 5s ensures you will use every club in your bag, navigating clever doglegs and wide yet strategic fairways. As you move to the more elevated back nine the character shifts offering spectacular panoramic views across the valley towards Spain. The round culminates in a dramatic finishing hole where your approach must carry over water to find the final green a fitting end to a classic Seve adventure.