WEST CLIFFS GOLF COURSE - World-Class Experience
Located within the luxury West Cliffs resort in Óbidos, the West Cliffs Golf Course is one of the most stunning in the region and is the first Dye Design course in Portugal. Repeatedly awarded as one of the best golf courses in the country, it was even voted the Best New Course in the World by the World Golf Awards.
«Repeatedly awarded as one of the best golf courses in the country.»
The varied landscape and natural terrain have been preserved to create a unique, world-class 18-hole beachfront golf course in the heart of the Silver Coast. Nestled between natural sand dunes and coastal vegetation, interspersed with pine forests and ocean views from various elevations above the cliffs, lies a privileged and exclusive location that will amaze you and challenge you to harness the forces of nature to perfect your game.
The design of this renowned golf course was a lengthy process, requiring an in-depth study of site conditions, characteristics, and environmental and legal constraints. The Dye team worked closely with the local authority's planning and engineering departments and several national ministries. The project evolved through exhaustive reviews to ensure minimal environmental disruption and protection of existing drainage basins, dinosaur fossils, and pine forests. The beauty and challenge of the course, situated on this unique ocean slope, grows with each hole, and while exciting and dramatic, it is accessible to all levels of golfers.
«The varied landscape and natural terrain have been preserved to create a unique, world-class 18-hole beachfront golf course in the heart of the Silver Coast.»
An integral part of the golf experience, the West Cliffs Clubhouse offers exclusive views of the Atlantic Ocean and direct access to the golf course. Designed by the prestigious architecture firms Sua Kay and Blue Office, the architectural concept is based on the connection with nature. The space takes advantage of natural light and offers panoramic views from all angles through its window-covered fronts. Balconies and terraces made with natural materials, such as wood, offer a superior level of quality, comfort, and an eco-friendly environment. The two-story Clubhouse includes all golf course services, a shop and social activities, a large bar with panoramic views of the golf course, lounge areas, and an à la carte restaurant.
And if you combine your golf experience with accommodation at West Cliffs, the resort offers a variety of accommodation, leisure, and wellness options, with experience packages that will help you enjoy your stay even more and immerse yourself in the region's wonders, including surfing lessons, paddleboarding, canoeing, wine tasting, or a swim in the Berlengas Islands. The medieval town of Óbidos is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal, making it a must-visit if you have the time. Lisbon and Sintra are just an hour away. There are plenty of reasons to play at West Cliffs.
Text: Carla Martins
Photos: West Cliffs