SPORTS & LEISURE:
Golf: Par 3 over the Devils Parlour
The compact 9-hole golf course is surrounded by magnificent old pine trees and requires a
precise game. World famous “devils parlour”, a challenging PAR 3 crossing the cliffs, offers
breathtaking views to the near Atlantic Ocean.
The Pine Cliffs Golf Course provides a well equipped Golf Academy that meets
the requirements of both the hobby Golfer as well as the Tournament Player.
The practice area includes a driving range with 9 different flag positions, a chipping &
pitching area and a large putting green.
At the Pro Shop, you cannot only complete your Golf equipment, but also rent all you
need for a perfect round of Golf.
The sunny terrace of the Corda Café invites you for a drink or snack after the
game.
The exclusive Pine Cliffs Golf & Country Club offers a limited number of
memberships to selected guests. Membership is linked to the ownership in one of the luxurious
Club Apartments surrounding the Golf Course and includes the entire family (children up to the
age of 18).
Members of the Pine Cliffs Golf & Country Club can also obtain membership of the
Portuguese Golf Federation, an internationally recognized body.
The Golf Academy:
Manuel Batista is the captain of the Pine Cliffs Golf & Country Club. He is engaged
in golf for over 20 years and played the African Tour as a professional for several years.
Later on, he worked as a teaching Pro in France and Italy. Languages: Portuguese, French,
Italian and English.
Paul Tipper joined the Pine Cliffs Golf & Country Club in early 2002. A
professional since 1978 when he was 17, now with over 24 years of experience. Paul has worked
in several locations in Europe, such as England, Germany and Portugal. Languages:
English, German.
Norman Warton has been teaching golf at Pine Cliff Golf & Country Club for more
than seven years. His over 40 years professional experience includes development work for a
well known provider of golf equipment as well as state of the art training methodology for Pros
and amateurs. Languages: English, German (basic).
Practice Ground:
This is the perfect place for practicing. The driving range has nine different pin positions
that can be approached from various directions and distances from 50 – 200 m. Here you will
also find perfect conditions to practice your short game and putting.
Jim Stewart’s Tennis Academy:
The Pine Cliffs Resort offers 5 Tennis Courts floodlit for night play, 2 of them are
soft surface (clay courts). Our friendly Tennis staff includes 2 qualified professionals,
who give innovative and fun lessons and clinics to guests of all ages and ability levels.
Our Golf Shop staff can help guests to reserve a Court, schedule private or group instruction
and find a match of your choice. A variety of lessons, clinics and competitive Tennis.
Weekly "round robins" - Wednesday: Mixed doubles at 15:00 - Saturday:
Mens singles/doubles at 15:00.
Beach:
The white sands of the unspoiled Falésia Beach, the only one in the Algarve classified with
the EU Golden Flag, and the deep blue Atlantic ocean combined with over 300 days of sun per
year is one of the best holiday destinations in Europe.
Our concession is fully equipped with sunshades, sun beds and towels (free of charge) to our
Resort guests. The Beach Restaurant offers a variety of sandwiches, snacks, grilled fresh fish,
ice creams and drinks.
For sport lovers, a variety of Water Sport activities are available from June to
September.
KID’S CLUB:
Porto Pirata is a special place for guests from 6 months to 12 years. In a fully
enclosed area of 7,000 m2, you will find two purpose-built wooden ships, a swimming pool, a
second separate pool for remote control boats, a playground, a bouncing castle, a bicycle
track, a basket and volleyball pitch.
Porto Pirata is the most complete facility of its kind in Portugal and has recently
been enlarged with an 18-hole Mini-Golf facility. Porto Pirata’s specialised team puts
together a daily entertainment program in order to provide memorable vacations to our younger
customers.
Open: April to October - Easter Holidays - Christmas Holidays
Peter Pan Program - For children from 3 to 6 years old
Monday - Mini Olympic Games & Fun Tots Tennis
Tuesday - Face Painting & Handicraft
Wednesday - Pirates Day
Thursday - Games with Music & Painting Cups
Friday - Varied Games & Sandcastle Competition
Saturday - Traditional Games & Ball Games
Sunday - Bike Race & Treasure Hunt
Captain Hook Program - For children from 3 to 6 years old
Monday - Golf Lessons & Top Game
Tuesday - Visit the heart of the hotel & Rope Games
Wednesday - Pirates Day
Thursday - Mini Olympic Games & Tennis Introduction
Friday - Competition Games & Bingo
Saturday - Basketball/volleyball/Football & Pétanque Game
Sunday - Mini Golf Tournament & Handicraft
Games & Mini Golf:
An exciting and beautifully landscaped 18-hole Mini Golf Course is located next to the
Porto Pirata area. This course is not just fun and challenging for the young, but
entertaining for the entire family. A fee is charged for Mini Golf. Small tournaments are
organised by our recreation & entertainment team.
An Arcade with a big selection of video and animated games is available for teenagers, as well
as for younger kids. In summer time from June to September, the arcade is additionally linked
directly to the Porto Alegre gelateria.
In an additional area for Table Tennis is available, free of charge.
Both Games Rooms are located in the Hotel area between Corda Café and Porto
Alegre.
Other Options in Leisure Entertainment:
As a complete resort we would like to introduce you to the options of leisure entertainment
and activities you can enjoy, apart from all other sports options available, such as Golf,
Tennis or Water Sports.
An option if you are looking for some fun for the teenagers that have grown out of Porto
Pirata, parents are stuck for ideas on excursions or where to find the best sporting
activity within the resort. Whatever you require, the Hotel’s recreation team aimed to further
enhance the enjoyment of your stay with us and increase mainly outdoor activities, such
as:
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Archery
- Beach Power-Walks
- Step Aerobics
- Low-Impact Fitness
- Tai Chi
- Biking Excursions
- Visit a nearby market
- Wine Tasting
- Cooking lessons for Portuguese cuisine
- Resort Tours
- And many others …
Space & Serenity:
The resort’s gardens feature 2 large non-heated outdoor Pools, both with fantastic views
over the cliffs onto the Atlantic Ocean, and one outdoor Pool/heatable. The gardens are
extensive in which to enjoy the sun with natural shadow through a pine tree garden. Sun beds
and towels are available at no cost all over the resort.
To enjoy a quiet environment we have also created a separate zone for adults, to ensure that
both families and couples can relax during their holiday.
Drinks and small snacks are served in the gardens and around the pools in the summer season
from June to September.
HEALTH CLUB:
Our fully equipped Health Club with heated indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna, massage and
body treatment programs “à la carte”.
The following services are provided at the health club upon reservation:
- Aquaerobics
- Swimming Lessons
- Back Massage
- Foot massage
- Face Massage
- Full Body Massage
- Aromatherapy
- Reflexology
- Bodyshift
- Fitness Training
- Sauna, Jacuzzi, Gymnasium, Indoor pool - free of charge
Spa & Beauty Treatments:
Our ESTÉTICA–Institute of Face and Body is operated by CLARINS specialists and
provides the most advanced facial, hand, feet, nails, hair and body treatments for men and
women in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All CLARINS foundations are non-pore clogging and oil free creating a dewy flawless
complexion, derived from natural pigments to avoid irritation. We offer assistance in make-up
application, personalised tuitions and bridal make-up.
Additional services:
Auyreveda, Aromatherapy, Shiro d'hara, Clarins Paris massage, Indian hand massage,
Reflexology, Ice cold slimming treatment, Dead Sea spa, Hair removal, Clarins back
cleanse, Clarins self tan application, Clarins exfoliation, Manicure, Pedicure,
Paraffin wax dips, fibre glass nails.
The Estética Health & Beauty Salon is located above the Alem Mar Restaurant
in the Hotel.
Reservations are required.
Shops:
Golf Shop - Top brand Sportswear, high quality Golf equipment and accessories.
Located at Pine Cliffs Golf Club. - Open: 08:00 to 18:00
Porto Pirata Shop - Children’s leisurewear and toys.
Located at Porto Pirata Children's village. Open: 09:30 to 17:30
Kiosk - From Newspapers to magazines, postcards, maps and tobacco are available.
Located in the Lobby. Open: 09:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 20:00.
Boutique Zina - Sportswear, modern and elegant fashion on exhibition.
Located in the Lobby. Open: 09:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 20:00.
Gift Shop - Fine china, paintings, Portuguese crystal articles and local “A Bússula”
pottery can be found here. Located beside the Hotel’s main entrance. Open: 09:30 to 13:00 and
14:30 to 20.00