Enjoy an exquisite holiday away from the stress of the city and in close communion with nature, still pure and unspoiled, in the Golden Triangle in the Algarve.
This family friendly residential resort is a hidden treasure in the Algarve! It is located between Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago and is set in over 70 acres of woodland right on the coastline just a 5 minutes walk from the sandy Garrão beach!
Translated in English the name means Golden Dunes, which does justice to the gorgeous sandy beaches that are in a short walking distance from the properties, whether you are in an apartment, townhouse or villa. If you are accommodated in any property villa, apartment or townhouse in Dunas Douradas you can book online a car hire to be delivered to your accommodation at this beautiful and peaceful resort in the heart of Algarve.
There are a number of different beach front restaurants, with amazing views, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or a full meal, sometimes with live music!
Dunas Douradas is a hidden gem in the famous Algarve’s Golden Triangle which has just received, for the second consecutive year, an award from the World Travel Awards.
It was in Batumi, Georgia, Saturday 6th October, during the 30th World Travel Awards 2023 ceremony, that the Dunas Douradas Beach Club resort won the awards for "Portugal’s Leading Villa Resort 2023" and "Europe’s Leading Resort Villas 2023".
You can receive your Dunas Douradas Car Hire at your hotel, villa or resort in Dunas Douradas if you make your reservation in advance at Udrive.cc. Your rental car will be delivered to the accommodation of your choice in Dunas Douradas, punctualy at the time you request.
The resort is a development of privately owned properties that are surrounded by beautifully landscaped and looked after gardens, pine trees and, of course, the beautiful beaches!
There are a range of onsite facilities, including the communal large roman style pool with a separate children's pool, a poolside bar that serves snacks & refreshments throughout the day, the lovely Xenia restaurant, tennis courts, a playground, a small supermarket, 24h security and the main Dunas Douradas reception, with their friendly staff always ready to help with anything you may require.
The area has much to offer to guests who are seeking a getaway filled with luxury, fun and sunshine. Home to the Dunas Douradas Beach Club, it’s a popular spot that caters to sun worshippers and those who wish to embrace nature.
Dunas Douradas Beaches
There are two gorgeous beaches near Dunas Douradas, with many villas within a comfortable walking distance. It’s time to explore Praia do Ancão and Praia do Garrão. Both beaches are long, open and flat with the trademark red cliffs in view.
Both Praia do Ancão and Praia do Garrão are popular beaches for tourists, so a lively atmosphere is guaranteed. It’s great to see guests enjoying the sun, good company and maybe even a beach picnic.
The beaches offer a wide range of water sports facilities including, banana boats, canoes, pedalo’s, surf boards, kayaks, parasailing, water skiing, jet skis and donut water rides.
You won’t be too far from restaurants and bars either, including the fabulous Maria’s.
Restaurants in Dunas Douradas
You won’t be looking for delicious food for long when you decide to dine out in Dunas Douradas! Here are some of our tasty highlights from the area.
Maria’s - One of the longest established beach restaurants in Praia do Garrão Poente, Maria's is designed to take advantage of its breath-taking panoramic ocean views!
Fin’s - Fabulous beachside dining with show-stopper views. Fin’s is a super day-to-night beach restaurant where the relaxed vibe suits the sunny setting perfectly.
Izzy’s - Izzy's is famous for its unique combination of laid back atmosphere, great food and friendly service. Once again, it offers unbeatable views!
Antonio Ta Certo - One of the original beach restaurants, this family run restaurant serves some great fresh fish and it has wonderful views of the ocean.
Things to Do in Dunas Douradas
The area offers plenty of opportunities to create priceless memories. No matter what you are looking for, you're bound to find it in Dunas Douradas.
Award-Winning Golf
For all of you golf fans, you’ll be a short drive away from fantastic golf courses.
The neighbouring resort of Vale do Lobo features two Championship golf courses - the Royal Golf Course and the Ocean Golf Course.
These offer unmatched fairways and great views, so they make for a fantastic golfing day out.
Fantastic Tennis Courts
Dunas Douradas has two excellent quality tennis courts of its own, which can be booked in advance and have floodlights for games in the cooler evenings. A tennis coach is available for lessons to help you improve your game while you are away.
The Tennis academy in Vale do Lobo is also a short drive away should you really want to try out all of the tennis facilities the region has to offer.
Unbeatable Hiking and Cycling Routes
The resort of Dunas Douradas is surrounded by natural pine forests, offering a great chance to be at one with nature. MTB Algarve offers bike rentals and bike tours of the area, meaning keen cyclists can really explore while enjoying a bike ride.
Many of the Algarve’s walking trails pass through Dunas Douradas, so you are spoilt for choice on which direction to go. Head to Quinta do Lago lake or past the sand dunes towards Faro Island for a glorious and sunny stroll.
Book a Faro car hire online at Faro airport or to pick up in Dunas Douradas to your accommodation villa or resort with Udrive.cc and drive free at your own peace to discover the most beautiful corners and the most precious jewels not always described in tourist itineraries.