Compared to its sister course, Ocean Course at Vale de Lobo, this one is far more challenging. Originally designed by Sir Henry Cotton, a large number of bunkers and more water areas were incorporated to increase the difficulty. Rocky Roquemore altered some holes significantly to modernize the course, which has greens situated amid some spectacular cliffs.
Handicap limits are 35 and 27, for women and men respectively. Royal Course at Vale do Lobo offers driving, putting and chipping facilities, carts, restaurant, pro shop and bar.