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on the southern Sintra eathtakingly-beautiful location a 19th century palace originally tury, 27 spectacular golf nning spa and wellness ese royal family, Penha Longa m downtown Lisbon, or a toril and Cascais. Ranked in pe, Penha Longa Resort's 27 onship course and Mosteiro famed Robert Trent Jones its bold drives, courageous is both an adrenalin rush Portugal's most inspiring championship challenge and er of variety and thrills. Check ed golf packages. Palmela » Portugal Montado Hotel & Golf Resort The Montado Hotel & Golf Resort is located on Portugal’s Costa Azul, near the Castle of Palmela, surrounded by vineyards. Developed harmoniously in a setting of cork trees, where streams and lakes add to the magical beauty of this resort, the golf course has been carefully inserted into a stunning landscape and is noted for its 18th hole, with the green located on an island. This resort is the only one in this region that has a golf course (18 holes) and accommodation, making it perfect for those who enjoy golf and want to stay alongside the course. There are eight golf courses in the neighbourhood, all less than 30 minutes by car, while there are beaches just a 20-minute drive away. www.montadoresort.com Top 150 Stay & Play 2017 101