ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA

The paths to mental and physical wellbeing are as diverse and individual as you. With our range of wellness and fitness offers, you’re sure to enjoy a holistic holiday experience.

FACILITIES
Fitness 

• Fitness studio (from 16 years) incl. cardio and strength equipment as well as Power Plate station: Terminal (display/touchscreen) with virtual training programmes, including Functional training, fascia training, training for golfers etc.
• GroupFitness room
• Open-air WellFit area (weather permitting)
   

WellFit Spa (from 16 years) 

• 1 Finnish sauna
• 1 bio sauna 
• Steam bath
• Relaxation area
• Massage and beauty rooms
   

GROUPFITNESS
Experience group dynamics, train your cardiovascular system, strengthen your muscles and enjoy a new physical awareness that will give you the energy to live life to the fullest. 
 

• Strengthening (e.g. body styling), from 14 years
• Endurance/Choreo (e.g. dance), from 14 years
• Aqua Fit, from 14 years 
• HOT IRON, from 16 years
• Functional workout, from 14 years
• XCO Shape/XCO Walking, from 14 years
• Slings Athletic/TRX, from 14 years
• Indoor cycling, from 16 years
   

BODY&MIND
Discover your core strength and unwind – do what’s good for you and feel your own strength and flexibility. Take time for yourself and allow your mind to roam free. 
 

• Pilates, from 14 years
• Yoga, from 14 years
• Slings in rhythm, from 14 years
• Stretch&Relax, from 14 years
   

PERSONAL TRAINING
Train with our ROBINSON personal trainers in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Receive competent and individual advice from one of our qualified personal trainers. Their know-how offers you a range of training options, including endurance training, figure optimisation, flexibility training, muscle building, sports-specific training, yoga or Pilates and, of course, lots of fun. 
 

• Customised fitness programmes individually designed for you by our personal trainers (for a fee; bookable on site).
   

WellFit SPA TREATMENTS
Enjoy peace and quiet and let yourself be spoiled. Whether it’s a massage or beauty treatment, a steam bath or sauna – you deserve this wellness break.

Additionally charged treatments: 

• Standard cosmetics treatment
• Natural cosmetics treatment
• Standard massage
• Wellness massage
• Ayurveda
• Physiotherapy 
   

WellFit DAY
1x per week there is a WellFit day at the resort. WellFit day sees our ROBINS get creative and offer guests special classes.

BalAyur
Our new concept BalAyur (Bal = Balance, Ayur = Life) is based on the principles of Ayurveda and is a triad of WellFit-Active, WellFit-Spa and Food & Beverage.

In some cases for a fee (prices on request on site):
 

• WellFit-Active: selected sports and personal training offers specifically designed to meet the needs of the body. These include walking courses, functional training, Pilates, meditation and yoga.
• WellFit-Spa: Ayurvedic massages such as Abhyanga (Ayurvedic full body massage), Pristabhyanga (Ayurvedic back massage) or Padabhyanga (Ayurvedic foot massage) - can be booked individually or as a package.
• Food & Beverage: Daily changing dishes based on the principles of Ayurveda in the main restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as an additional bar menu with Ayurvedic drinks.

The services marked with an * can be booked locally with an external company. These are not services provided by ROBINSON or your tour operator.

Our ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA is located in Portugal’s sunny Algarve region, featuring two fantastic golf courses right on its doorstep. In addition to these top-notch courses, there are other great golf courses waiting for you, including excellent courses such as Vale do Lobo and the Jack Nicklaus-designed Monte Rei course.

Unspoiled beaches, direct access to the Atlantic Ocean, the excellent condition of both courses, and the vibrant competitive culture of the “Clube de Golfe do Levante,” based at the resort, have long made this a hidden gem of the “Sotavento,” the eastern part of the Algarve, for all golfers. QUINTA DA RIA and QUINTA DE CIMA have received multiple awards from trade magazines and golf guides! Do you have any questions about golf? Our Golf Robins are happy to assist you. Send us an email or give us a call. You can get answers to all your golf-related questions here: ROBINSON GOLF DESK QUINTA DA RIA

• Tel.: 00351 281 959 085
• Email: golf.quintadaria@robinson.com

OVERVIEW

• Two 18-hole courses with different designs right on your doorstep
• Awarded 5* Superior by "Hotels on the Golf Course"
• Ranked in the Top 100 of "Best Golf Resorts 2023" by Leading Courses
• Additional golf courses, including MONTE REI, within a 30-minute drive
• ACADEMY COURSE (short course) for practice for advanced players and beginners, even without a golf license (for a fee)
• Excellent practice facilities for training in all game situations
• Organized golf meetup
• TOP events and many themed golf weeks
• Lockable lockers for golf bags (for a fee)
• High-quality golf equipment rentals
• Green fee packages – bookable in advance
• Group offers for small golf groups of 8 or 12 people
• Excellent opportunities for groups with a pro

GOLF COURSES IN THE EAST ALGARVE GOLF REGION Short travel times, great golf courses. 8 golf courses with more than 100 holes—all easily accessible.

• QUINTA DA RIA – within walking distance, 18-hole (handicap: 36 for men/women)
• QUINTA DE CIMA – within walking distance, 18-hole (Handicap: 36 for men/women)
• BENAMOR – 18-hole (Handicap: Men/Women: 28/36)
• MONTE REI – 18-hole (Handicap: Men/Women: 24/32)
• CASTRO MARIM – 27-hole (Handicap: Men/Women: 28/36)
• QUINTA DO VALE – 18-hole (Handicap: Men/Women: 28/36)
• QUINTA DO LAGO – 3x 18-hole
• OMBRIA GOLF COURSE – 18-hole
• VALE DO LOBO – 2x 18-hole

COURSE MAINTENANCE AND GOLF COURSE CLOSURES To ensure we can offer you the highest quality on our golf courses at all times, we regularly perform course maintenance and implement temporary closures. During these periods, the respective courses are not available for play. Please note the following dates when planning your visit:

Golf Course Closure Dates 2026:

• Quinta de Cima:
  • December 14, 2026 – December 16, 2026 (During this time, the Quinta da Ria course and other outdoor courses will be available to you.)
  • December 25, 2026 (Closed all day on Christmas Day)
• Quinta da Ria:
  • December 17, 2026 – December 21, 2026 (During this time, the Quinta de Cima court and other outdoor courts will be available to you.)
  • December 25, 2026 (Closed all day on Christmas Day)

Note: We recommend reserving your tee times before arrival to ensure an optimal golfing experience on the available courses, even during maintenance and closure periods. Changes, particularly due to weather conditions, are possible.

VOLVO GOLF ACADEMY At ROBINSON, you’ll find the perfect conditions to learn how to play golf properly and successfully. We guarantee a modern course system with consistent standards for professional training that meets the highest standards. At the VOLVO GOLF ACADEMY, we offer golf lessons for all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, our golf professionals will help you improve individually.

INTRODUCTORY GOLF NOT ready to commit yet and want to try golf first? Then why not give it a try! Under professional guidance, you’ll learn the basics during your introductory lesson.

VOLVO Free Clinic

• A golf lesson for anyone who wants to give it a try
• The golf pros show you how—you follow along!
• At least once a week
• A training session lasts 60 minutes
• Balls and clubs are provided
• A small souvenir gift from VOLVO
• Price: free of charge

BEGINNER'S COURSE Jump right in—in group training with our certified golf instructors. Where else but on vacation at ROBINSON? Take this chance to learn from the pros!

VOLVO Beginners

• Golf course for beginners (6 training hours)
• The mechanics of the golf swing: grip, address position, backswing, and follow-through
• First time on the golf course
• Safety rules and etiquette
• A training session lasts 50 minutes
• Group training for 3 or more people
• Balls and clubs are provided
• Price per person: €199

ADVANCED COURSE Improve your swing mechanics; this course teaches you how to play with irons and woods, as well as putting, chipping, and pitching.

VOLVO Intermediate

• Golf course for advanced players (6 coaching hours)
• Deepening of existing knowledge and techniques
• Short, long, high, and low shots
• More distance – closer to the flag
• Putting
• A training session lasts 50 minutes
• Group training for 3 or more people
• Balls and clubs are provided
• Price per person: €199

OBTAINING YOUR GOLF LICENSE Earn the coveted golf license during your vacation at ROBINSON so you can take on challenges at the world’s most beautiful courses in the future.

VOLVO Golf License

• Preparation for the on-course exam via 12 training sessions plus 3 sessions on the golf course
• Rules and etiquette taught live on the course and range
• Golf license exam in theory and practice
• Golf license certificate
• Each training session lasts 50 minutes
• Balls and clubs are provided
• Price per person: €495

CHILDREN'S GOLF COURSE Children ages 8 and up learn the perfect golf swing in a fun way through special children's courses (for a fee – only during major school breaks).

VOLVO GOLF KIDS

• Golf course for children over 4, 4 hours of instruction
• Minimum age 8
• One training session lasts 50 minutes
• Group training for 6 or more children
• Balls and clubs provided

PRIVATE LESSONS One-on-one instruction and intensive guidance, subject to professional availability. Fun, educational, and informative.

VOLVO Private Lesson

• Topics and content tailored to individual preferences
• A private lesson lasts 50 minutes
• Price per person: €70

GOLF LESSONS FOR EXPERIENCED GOLFERS Special courses on course strategy, lies, mental strength, short game, bunker shots, and much more—bookable directly at the club.

GREEN FEE PACKAGES AND COURSES¹² You can book our green fee packages and courses in advance through the Service Center and check in hassle-free. Email: internet.service@robinson.com, Phone: +49 (0) 511 567 8688.

1x 18 holes at the Quinta da Ria or Quinta de Cima golf courses

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

1x 18-hole junior single green fee at the Quinta da Ria or Quinta de Cima golf courses

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Bookable for ages 17 and under
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

Twilight 1x 18-hole round at the Quinta da Ria or Quinta de Cima golf courses

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Valid at specific times in the afternoon
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

4x 18 holes at the Quinta da Ria or Quinta de Cima golf courses

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

5x 18 holes at the Quinta da Ria or Quinta de Cima golf courses

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

4x 18-hole Quinta Package ( 3x Quinta da Ria/Quinta de Cima, 1x Quinta do Vale)

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

5x 18-hole Quinta Package ( 4x Quinta da Ria/Quinta de Cima, 1x Quinta do Vale)

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026
• Note: 1 trolley per green fee/round included, no token

Golf license course at the Quinta da Ria or Quinta de Cima golf course

• Travel period: May 1, 2026 – November 7, 2026
• 12 training sessions plus three sessions on the golf course
• Golf lessons including club and ball rentals

ROBINSON GOLF GROUP OFFER³ Do you know your local golf course inside and out? Then travel as a golf group to ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA. Our all-inclusive packages are just right for golf groups. For more information, please contact the Service Center: Email: internet.service@robinson.com, Phone: +49 (0) 511 567 8688.

Tee off together (7+1) – 8 golfers or 7 beginners and their pro travel together

• With 7 full-paying golfers, the 8th person stays at the club for free (applies to all room categories); the flight and transfer are included in the TUI package
• Travel period: November 9, 2025 – April 30, 2027 (last departure)
• Minimum/maximum stay: 2 nights (subject to availability) / 14 nights

PAR Excellence (11+1) - 12 golfers or 11 beginner golfers and their pro travel together

• With 11 full-paying golfers, the 12th person receives free accommodation at the club, as well as the flight and transfer (applies to all room categories and the TUI package, but not the XTUI package)
• Travel period: November 9, 2025 – April 30, 2027 (last departure)
• Minimum/maximum stay: 2 nights (subject to availability) / 14 nights

GOLF CLUB RENTAL You’re welcome to reserve your rental clubs directly at the ROBINSON Golf Desk. Half set, full set, kids’ clubs, left-handed and right-handed—the choice is yours. Our Golf Robins are happy to assist you with advice and support.

Benefits of renting clubs directly at the club:

• No transport costs on the plane or during transfers
• Your own clubs stay safe at home
• Top-quality golf clubs
• Try out new clubs and use this opportunity to help you decide
• Go Green – reduce your carbon footprint with ROBINSON

You can easily reserve your golf clubs via email: golf.quintadaria@robinson.com

GOLF BAGGAGE AT THE DESTINATION Golf baggage will be transported on the direct and exclusive ROBINSON bus transfer for a fee upon prior registration.

For more information, visit https://www.robinson.com/de/de/aktivitaeten/golf/golf/.

¹ Green fee packages must be used during the respective dates/seasons. ² Green fee packages are personal and non-transferable. ³ Golf group offers cannot be combined with golf events * Services marked with an * can be booked on-site through a third-party company. These are not services provided by ROBINSON or your tour operator!

STAND-UP PADDLING
Paddling across the water while standing up has not only become increasingly popular over the years but has also been officially recognised as a sport. Test your balance, strength and endurance in the Ria Formosa lagoon (nature reserve) with us at the ROBINSON Club.

Equipment:

• Stand-Up paddling boards from Gunsails
• Big Stand-Up paddling boards from Mistral for families or groups
   

Additional charge (prices on site on request): 

• Guided tours for beginners directly from the resort beach
• Tours and board hire (from 14 years, as it is sometimes necessary to work against the tide).

ROBY BABY EQUIPMENT (from 0 years)
This is our service offer for parents with infants from the age of 0. It includes baby and supplementary sets as well as children's buggies. As numbers are limited, a reservation is required at quintadaria@robinson.com.

Baby set

• Baby monitor
• Nappy pail
• Changing mat
• Baby cot (A baby cot is automatically provided for children under 2 years of age. For children over 2 years old, a baby cot can be requested directly at the resort).

Supplementary set

• Baby bath
• Potty or toilet seat
• Baby bottle warmer
• Toddler blanket
• Pushchair
   

Other baby equipment: 

• Nappies: additional charge
• Baby porridge: free of charge
• Fresh baby porridge: on request
• Warming baby food jars outside the room: available
• Shopping facilities (distance in km): 6
• Baby monitor - listening in by mobile phone: for incurred telephone charges
• Babysitting: limited offer, price = £ 14 per child/hour (not German speaking). Max. 2 children per babysitter, booking approx. 1 week in advance is recommended.
• Minibar for cooling in the room: available
• High chairs in the restaurant: available
• Laundry service: additional charge
   

ROBY CLUB (3 - 6 years)
In the ROBY CLUB, our young guests can make new friends, take part in little adventures and play to their heart's content in a sheltered environment and with loving care from our children ROBINS.
     

• Hourly programmes between 10am and 9am 6 days a week
• Age groups: MINIS/MAXIS (3 - 6 years)¹
• Languages: German and English
   

R.O.B.Y. (7 - 12 years)
Our R.O.B.Y. offers focus on fun, whether that’s sports, creativity and games.
 

• Hourly programmes in the main school holiday periods between 10am and 9pm 6 days a week
• Age groups: 7 - 9 years and 10 - 12 years¹
• Languages: German and English
   

ROBS² (13 - 17 years)
ROBS is the name given to young people aged 13 and over at ROBINSON. Here they can expect games, fun and parties with our Youth ROBINS. Whether sports events or disco specials, youth shows, creative workshops or adventure excursions - the ROBS feel super comfortable here.
 

• Hourly programmes in the main school holiday periods 6 days per week
• Age groups: 13 - 14 years and 15 - 17 years¹
• ROBS sports: Sportstainment (football, beach volleyball, water polo etc.) especially for young people
• Languages: German and English

ROBY SHARKY SWIMMING SCHOOL*
Here, children can learn to swim effectively, safely and playfully with the licensed SHARKY swimming instructors whilst on holiday according to their age group (additional charge).
 

• During the travel period from July to September
• Children's swimming and advanced courses from 4 years
• Familiarisation with water from 3 years
• Registration and prices on site at the Resort

CHILDREN'S FACILITIES/EQUIPMENT  

• Children's playroom in the ROBY CLUB
• Small children's playground incl. sun sails (outdoor) at the ROBY CLUB
• 1 children's pool: Depth: 35 cm (not heatable)
   

SPORT PROGRAMMES
Children and teens of all age groups (depending on sport) enjoy their favourite sports or discover new sports and learn with trained professionals. Detailed information can be found under the respective activity. 

¹ If the number of children and young people in the club is low, groups may be combined.

² Due to specific country regulations, alcoholic beverages can only be served from the age of 18 plus.

* The services marked with an * can be booked locally with an external company. These are not services provided by ROBINSON or your tour operator!

BIKING*
You don't have to do without your favourite sport on 2 wheels in the winter. Whether excursions for hobby cyclists or challenging tours through the oak and pine forests of Portugal - our tours promise a breathtaking feeling of freedom.

Equipment:

• Bike station with high-quality mountain bikes, racing and touring bikes, children's bikes and e-bikes subject to availability.
   

Additional charge:

• Bike rental
• Child seats
• Guided half and full day tours
   

Tour offers (more than 24 tours possible):

Easy

• Tour duration: half day
• Tempo: slow
• Other tour contents: Teaching the basics (gears, brakes, riding technique)
   

Medium

• Tour duration: half-day and full-day
• Tempo: pleasant
• Other tour contents: Descents over unpaved roads
   

Hard

• Tour duration: half-day and full-day
• Tempo: fast
• Other tour contents: difficult ascents and descents
   

Special tour

• Tour duration: half-day and full-day
• Tempo: individual
• Other tour contents: various individual club and environment-specific special tours. More information available on site.
   

E-MOTORBIKES*
Ready to glide almost silently along winding coastal roads and enjoy nature without emissions? Experience a new kind of riding sensation on two wheels – 100% electric and full of riding fun. Set off on your own or join a guided tour and discover the most beautiful spots on the island in a sustainable way.

Equipment:

• 100% electric motorbikes with a range of approx. 80 km and 15 hp with up to 100 km/h
• Helmet and protective clothing

 
Free of charge:

• Helmets and protective clothing hire

 
For a fee:

• E-motorbike hire upon presentation of a Class B motorbike licence and minimum age of 25 (under 25s require a Class A1 licence)

MOTORCYCLING*
Ready to feel the wind on your motorbike and explore the scenic coastal roads on two wheels? Experience the roads of this paradise spot on a tour, whether guided or on your own.

October 2023 onwards

Equipment:

• 8 BMW GS 1250 motorbikes
• Helmet, gloves, boots

For a fee:

• Hire of motorbikes on presentation of a class A motorbike licence.
• Hire of helmet, gloves and boots
• Day tours, short tours, gravel roads tours and coastal roads tours
• Guided tours on request

The services marked with an * can be booked locally with an external company. These are not services provided by ROBINSON or your tour operator.

You need a suitable playing partner at your level? There are always plenty of suitable candidates to be found on our well-maintained courts. Are you looking for a tennis coach to improve your game and who'll adapt to your level? All of our licenced coaches tailor themselves to the needs and wishes of our guests. Do you need excellent quality rackets and balls? First-class equipment is essential for quality tennis. All you need now is a bit of drive, passion and your tennis shoes.

EQUIPMENT

• 4 tennis courts (quartz sand with floodlights)
• Tennis School*
• HEAD Rackets Test Quotas

Free of charge:

• Use of the tennis courts
• HEAD racket rental
• Weekly guest tournament

Additional charge:

• Weekly Play&Stay beginner/taster offer 
• New tennis balls
• Sale of HEAD rackets, strings and grip tapes as well as sale of cherry tree strings, grip tapes and dampers.
• Stringing service
• ROBINSON training offer for beginners, advanced, team and tournament players

TRAINING OFFER
Players of all ages and abilities as well as beginners will find exactly the motivating environment that suits their personal performance. At our well-maintained tennis facility, our coaches will help you and your tennis game progress.

PLAY LEVELS
Beginners:

• Tennis basics - quickly and easily learned

Hobby player, good hobby or team player and tournament and team player:

• Targeted improvement of basic strokes (rhythm, length, precision)
• Forehand (technique and precision)
• Backhand (spin and slice)
• Serve (safety and variations)
• Net play (volley and smash)
• Attacking game (off forward)
• Return and player opening
• Tactics training (individual tips)
• Footwork
• Mental coaching
• Special strokes (stop, lob, backhand smash)
• Doubles training

COURSES AND SERVICES
Success with fun and games. The PLAY&STAY concept teaches technical content in a fun and target-oriented way. The start and duration of the training are independent of the day of arrival and can be booked individually.

• Individual and group training for adults (prices on request on site)
   

ROBY BALL SCHOOL
Children's course (3-5 years): Preparation and introduction to the game of tennis, training of coordination skills with lots of fun and games.
 

• Individual and group training for young children (prices on request on site)
   

R.O.B.Y. / ROBS TENNIS SCHOOL
Visibly improve playing level in the shortest possible time as part of the PLAY&STAY concept.
 

• Individual and group training for children 6 - 12 years (R.O.B.Y.) and youths 13 - 17 years (ROBS) (prices on request on site)

The services marked with an * can be booked locally with an external company. These are not services provided by ROBINSON or your tour operator!

Although padel, or padel tennis, is still a very young sport, it is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Developed in Mexico in 1965, the modern game was introduced to Europe in Marbella, southern Spain, in 1974.

FEATURES

• 2 padel courts made of artificial turf with quartz sand from July 2023
   

Additional charge:

• Use of the padel courts (reservation via the ROBINSON app)
• Racket hire
• Ball rental and purchase
• Courses 
   

Padel is played exclusively in doubles, usually in 3 sets, and adheres fundamentally to the rules of tennis. Points are also counted as in tennis.

RULES OF PLAY:

Serve

• First serve from the right side, the player stands behind the baseline 
• Underhand strike - bounce the ball on the floor and play it max. at the level of the hips 
• Ball must be played into the diagonally opposite two-part T-field 
• Ball must not hit anything but the glass, not the fence
   

Rallies

• Using the back and side walls as a playing field is permitted 
• The ball must bounce once in the field of play before it touches the wall 
• The ball may touch the ground no more than once 
• The ball may only be played back when it has passed the net 
• Volleys are allowed 
• You may play against your own walls to get the ball over the net

High-level entertainment for young and old awaits you at ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA. Varied shows, staged gastro-entertainment evenings, theme parties and much more. Let yourself be swept along, open yourself up to new things, enjoy fun times - and unforgettable moments.

OUR ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAMME

• Staged gastrotainment evenings
• Barlife and Dance
• Theme parties
• Evening shows in the theatre or by the pool (weather permitting)
• Live music

ROBcarpet
A glamourous evening with culinary delicacies, exciting entertainment and selected cocktails! (1x week) 

tasteJAM
Every 14 days we invite you to tasteJAM®! With burgers, beats and finger food, the Streetfood Festival celebrates the fusion of relaxation and indulgence. 

LUHANA
Enjoy the Hawaiian lifestyle in our resort with LUHANA. Varied entertainment, colourful decorations, a sundowner like on Waikiki Beach and dinner buffets set in fiery scenery - now a full day every fortnight: Aloha LUHANA!

JEKAMI
The popular quiz for daily competition at the pool - ANYONE CAN JOIN IN. Our fun, intelligent, interactive quiz challenge for anyone who knows anything, wants to know more, likes surprising facts and likes amazing others with unexpected answers. It is just as much fun to watch or listen to others guessing as it is to actively guess and quickly answer the right thing at the right moment. 

SOCIAL GAMES
Board and card games, such as backgammon, where you can compete with other guests in a very simple and yet competitive way. Naturally, the fun is about playing with others, rather than the result. So, dear guest, please don't fret..... 

EXCURSIONS*
Here at the ROBINSON QUINTA DA RIA, you can experience the country and its people on excursions organised by a third party.

For an additional charge (programme subject to change):

• Half-day excursions to Tavira and the fishing town of Olhão
• Rental car bookable

The services marked with an * can be booked locally with an external company for a special fee. These are not services provided by ROBINSON or your tour operator!