Algarve
  PARQUE DA FLORESTA GOLF & LEISURE RESORT, Budens
PARQUE DA FLORESTA GOLF & LEISURE RESORT, Budens
Overview Providing an ideal holiday base for couples and families, the Parque da Floresta offers spacious townhouse and villa accommodation, a range of dining options, a well equipped spa centre with beauty treatments, and many other on site amenities as well as the challenging 18-hole golf course. Lovers of sightseeing, culture and history will find plenty to interest them in the area.

Location Parque da Floresta is situated in the western Algarve about 90 minutes’ drive from Faro Airport, and about half-way between the historic towns of Lagos and Sagres. It is close to the villages of Budens and Figueira, and the beach at the fishing village of Salema is just a few minutes away.

Relaxation A large climatized swimming pool is set among large expanses of lawns and terraces with lots of sun-loungers and umbrellas. Several bars in the resort.

Sports An extensive selection, including the Resort’s own par 72 golf course and Academy, with the courses at Palmares and Penina within easy reach. 4 floodlit tennis courts with resident LTA professional coach, an all-weather bowling green with tuition available, and archery range. In the vicinity, there is horse-riding, walking, and a variety of watersports.

Dining Excellent choice including the Spike Bar and Bowling Clubhouse, open daily for drinks and lighter meals. The “O Parque” à la carte restaurant serves evening meals, and there’s even a take-away service for a range of home-made pizzas at the Tennis Bistro.

Entertainments Full programme of activities and regular evening entertainment.

Special Features The “Spa Floresta” offers a wide range of health and beauty treatments, whilst the Club Esprit has a “state of the art” gymnasium, indoor and outdoor heated pools and mountain-bike hire.

For Children A special welcome for children between the ages of 4 and 8 during school holidays at the fantastic Floresta Fun Club. For older children 9 to 12 years, a full programme of junior sports is organised.

Accommodation The 2 and 3-bedroom Village houses, and 3 and 4-bedroom Villas with private pools, are categorised as standard, superior or de luxe according to furnishings and fittings. All are serviced daily, have kitchens with hob, oven, fridge and washing machine, private balconies, and colour satellite TV. Superior properties also include microwave and dishwasher, and Villas have private pool, landscaped gardens and outdoor barbecue. A welcome food pack is provided in all types of accommodation.

Open All year