Dawn breaks over the Bay of Lagos as you step onto your terrace, the first light brushing the Alvor Estuary in soft shades of rose and gold. Below, the 27-hole championship golf course stretches toward the sea, its links-style Praia nine disappearing into coastal dunes that have shaped these fairways for half a century. Designed by Robert Trent Jones II, the golf course remains one of the Algarve’s most celebrated golfing landscapes. After a breakfast prepared in your chef's kitchen, you take the buggy down to the Clubhouse from RCR Arquitectes, Pritzker Prize winners—a structure so integrated with the landscape it seems to have grown from the very cliffs. Your morning round reveals three distinct personalities: the parkland elegance of Alvor, the lakeside drama of Lagos, and the pure links magic of Praia, where the Atlantic breeze demands every shot be considered twice. Lunch unfolds at Al Sud, a Michelin-starred restaurant that transforms Algarve treasures into culinary poetry—twelve tasting moments paired with wines from sun-drenched Portuguese vineyards. The afternoon finds you on the pristine sands of Meia Praia, accessed by a short buggy ride through your private golf paradise. As evening descends, you walk the cobblestone streets of nearby Lagos, discovering local artisans and seaside cafés before ending the day as the sun melts into the Atlantic. This is not just a place to stay, it’s a place to belong.

27-Hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. Championship Course — Three distinctive nine-hole loops—Alvor, Lagos, and Praia—consistently ranked among Europe's finest, offering parkland, heathland, and pure links golf with Atlantic Ocean vistas from nearly every hole

Pritzker Prize-Winning Architecture — Residences and clubhouse designed by RCR Arquitectes, seamlessly weaving Moorish influences and Portuguese craftsmanship into contemporary masterpieces that honor the Algarve's soul

JW Marriott Portugal – Opening 2028 — The luxury brand's first Portuguese property will anchor Palmares with 172 rooms, world-class spa, and 133 branded residences, elevating the entire resort to unprecedented international prestige

Michelin-Starred Al Sud Restaurant — Experience a Michelin-Starred culinary artistry through up to 12 tasting moments that transform local treasures—fresh seafood, Alentejo meats, regional wines—into unforgettable gastronomic journeys

Custom Estate Plots Available — Select from exclusive parcels to design and build your dream residence, working with world-class architects to create a bespoke home within this oceanfront golf sanctuary

About Palmares, Portugal

Bay of Lagos & Ponta da Piedade — One of Portugal's most photographed coastlines, where dramatic golden cliffs and sea caves create a natural wonderland just minutes from your door—perfect for kayaking, boat tours, and sunset contemplation

Historic Lagos — A charming seafaring town of cobblestone streets, artisan workshops, sidewalk cafés, and vibrant cultural heritage—offering authentic Portuguese character without sacrificing modern sophistication

Meia Praia Beach — Over four kilometers of golden sand stretching along Lagos Bay, accessible directly from the resort and consistently rated among the Algarve's most beautiful beaches

Western Algarve Wine Country — Explore family-owned vineyards and taste exceptional local wines just inland, where the terroir produces distinctive varietals that have earned international recognition

Faro Airport – 55 Minutes — Direct international access with seamless connectivity to major European capitals and growing transatlantic routes, positioning Palmares as an achievable escape for global residents