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Oitavos Dunes

Course
1
Best for
Links golf
Airport
LIS

Oitavos Dunes — overview

Oitavos Dunes is an Arthur Hills-designed natural links course on Portugal's Atlantic coast, set within the protected Sintra-Cascais Natural Park near Cascais. The course moves through sand dunes and umbrella pines with views toward the Atlantic Ocean, Cabo da Roca and the Sintra Mountains.

Courses
1 course
Best months
March – June; September – November
Ideal length
3–4 nights
From airport
25–35 min

Golf Courses at Oitavos Dunes

Oitavos Dunes
Atlantic, Sintra Mountain and Cabo da Roca views01 / 01

Portugal · Course 1

Oitavos Dunes

Holes
18
Par
71
Yards
6,969
Est.
2001

Arthur Hills routed Oitavos Dunes through the protected dunes and umbrella pines of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, creating a natural links-style course exposed to Atlantic wind. The par-71 layout moves between forest, dunes and open coastal ground, with views toward the Atlantic Ocean, Sintra Mountains and Cabo da Roca. The course has also hosted the Portuguese Open four times.

Trip Packages at Oitavos Dunes

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Oitavos Dunes & Cascais Golf Break

A three-night Cascais stay built around two rounds at Oitavos Dunes, with nearby luxury or boutique lodging and time to explore Cascais. Additional rounds at Quinta da Marinha, Penha Longa or Estoril can be added to create a broader Lisbon Coast golf itinerary.

Oitavos Dunes in Portugal — golf lifestyle

What to Expect at Oitavos Dunes

Why visit

Oitavos Dunes gives a Portugal golf trip a distinctly coastal character without sending groups far from Lisbon. Arthur Hills routed the par-71 course through three natural landscapes—sea, mountain and dunes—while preserving the site's umbrella pines and fragile dune system. The firm ground, exposed wind and running approaches create genuine links-style shot options, and the back nine opens toward some of the property's strongest Atlantic views. Cascais adds an easy resort-town base with restaurants, beaches and nightlife, while Sintra and Cabo da Roca are close enough for a non-golf afternoon. It also pairs naturally with Quinta da Marinha, Penha Longa and Estoril for a longer Lisbon Coast itinerary.

Accommodations

Oitavos Dunes currently directs golfers to nearby Cascais and Quinta da Marinha hotels. The former The Oitavos hotel is under redevelopment, so current options include Longevity Senses Cascais, Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel, Onyria Quinta da Marinha, Sheraton Cascais Resort and other Cascais properties within a few kilometers of the course.

Resort amenities

Oitavos Dunes has unusually extensive practice facilities for a stand-alone coastal course. The driving range stretches 300 meters with sculpted target greens and can accommodate up to 60 players, while the 5,600-square-meter short-game area includes pitching, chipping and bunker practice. Two separate putting greens add another 1,150 square meters of practice space. The clubhouse provides a pro shop, restaurant and bar, locker rooms, caddie-master service and equipment hire.

  • 300-meter driving range
  • 5,600-sq.-m. short-game area
  • Two practice putting greens
  • Clubhouse restaurant and bar
  • Caddie and equipment-rental services
Where to stay

5 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

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Hotel01 / 05

Longevity Senses Cascais Boutique Hotel & Clinic

Boutique hotel room

Adults-focused 5-star seafront boutique hotel between Cascais and Guincho Beach, with 39 rooms, panoramic Atlantic views and an extensive wellness clinic.

Approximately 1 km from Oitavos Dunes. Oitavos lists preferred wellness-treatment discounts for its golf clients.

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Hotel02 / 05

Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel

Deluxe room, suite or villa

5-star boutique property in Quinta da Marinha with 68 deluxe rooms, four suites and 12 deluxe villas.

Approximately 1.3 km from Oitavos Dunes.

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Resort03 / 05

Onyria Quinta da Marinha Hotel

Hotel room or suite

5-star Quinta da Marinha resort with 188 rooms and 10 suites, positioned beside its own Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed golf course.

Approximately 2.2 km from Oitavos Dunes and useful for a multi-course Cascais itinerary.

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Resort04 / 05

Sheraton Cascais Resort

Deluxe room or multi-bedroom suite

5-star resort in Quinta da Marinha with 154 accommodations ranging from deluxe rooms to four-bedroom suites.

Approximately 2.5 km from Oitavos Dunes; a strong option for groups wanting larger suites.

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Fortaleza do Guincho

Boutique room or suite

Small 5-star boutique hotel beside Guincho Beach with 24 rooms and three suites, offering a more intimate Atlantic-coast stay.

Approximately 5 km from Oitavos Dunes.

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Plan Your Trip to Oitavos Dunes

Getting there

Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is the primary gateway, about 35 km from Cascais and roughly 25–35 minutes by car in light traffic. Oitavos Dunes sits in Quinta da Marinha west of central Cascais, making private transfers or a rental car the simplest option for golf groups.

Best time to visit
March through June and September through November are especially strong for golf, combining mild Atlantic-coast weather with comfortable walking conditions. Cascais has a mild climate and golf is possible through much of the year, while summer can be warmer and windier.
Who it's best for
Links-golf travelers, couples, buddies trips and Portugal itineraries that want elite coastal golf within easy reach of Lisbon.
Address
Rua de Oitavos, Quinta da Marinha, 2750-374 Cascais, Portugal
Season
Course hours vary seasonally. The clubhouse bar and restaurant are open daily from 11 AM until the golf course closes.
Course details
18 holes, par 71, 5,967 meters from the course’s published routing. Designed by Arthur Hills as a natural links course through dunes and umbrella pines overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Sintra Mountains and Cabo da Roca.
Location
Cascais, Lisbon District, Portugal
Nearest airport
Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)
Trip style
Links
Best for
Links golf, Buddies trips, Couples, Lisbon golf itineraries, Scenic coastal golf

Frequently Asked Questions about Oitavos Dunes

How many holes are at Oitavos Dunes?

Oitavos Dunes is an 18-hole, par-71 golf course designed by Arthur Hills.

How long is Oitavos Dunes?

The current Oitavos Dunes course overview lists the layout at 5,967 meters. Tee options allow the course to play shorter for different ability levels.

What style of golf is Oitavos Dunes?

Oitavos describes the course as a natural links experience. It moves through sand dunes and umbrella pines with firm ground, exposed Atlantic wind and opportunities to use running approaches.

Who designed Oitavos Dunes?

Arthur Hills designed Oitavos Dunes, carefully routing the course through the existing dunes and pine landscape. The course debuted in 2001.

How far is Oitavos Dunes from Lisbon Airport?

Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is roughly 35 km from Cascais. Driving to the Oitavos Dunes area typically takes about 25–35 minutes in light traffic and longer during busy periods.

Is The Oitavos hotel currently available?

The former The Oitavos hotel is currently undergoing redevelopment. Oitavos Dunes now lists a range of nearby Cascais and Quinta da Marinha hotels for golfers, so lodging should be confirmed separately when planning a current trip.

Does Oitavos Dunes have a driving range?

Yes. The practice complex includes a 300-meter driving range with target greens, a 5,600-square-meter short-game area and two putting greens.

Can golfers rent equipment at Oitavos Dunes?

Yes. The clubhouse lists buggies, trolleys, clubs and golf shoes for hire. Caddies are available by prior request.

What other courses can be combined with Oitavos Dunes?

Common Cascais-area additions include Onyria Quinta da Marinha, Penha Longa, Estoril and Pestana Beloura, allowing groups to create a multi-course Lisbon Coast itinerary.

What makes Oitavos Dunes environmentally significant?

The course was designed to preserve the existing dune ecosystem and became Europe's first golf course to receive Audubon International Gold Signature Sanctuary status.

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Where is Oitavos Dunes?

1 course5 lodging options

Rua de Oitavos, 2750-004 Cascais, Portugal

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