Bom Sucesso Golf Guardian
On the edge of the Óbidos Lagoon, Bom Sucesso is an 18-hole, par-72 course designed by Donald Steel, opened in 2008. Steel, a former president of the British Association of Golf Course Architects and a key figure behind changes to the Eden course at St Andrews, set out to reproduce the character of classic, traditional layouts here rather than chase novelty.
The course splits cleanly in two. The front nine plays across level ground, while the back nine climbs into genuinely uneven terrain, with the par-5 17th the standout hole: played from the highest point on the course, dropping downhill across dramatic ridges to a green with the lagoon as its backdrop. The par-5 2nd and the water-crossing par-4 18th add further teeth to a course that rewards patience and course management over raw length.
Conditioning here has been inconsistent in the past, particularly on fairways and tee boxes after heavy rain or dry summers, but recent play has shown real improvement, with the course maturing well. Set against Royal Óbidos and West Cliffs nearby, it's the better-value option of the three without giving up much on layout or views. If you want a genuine Donald Steel design and don't need the polish of a five-star price tag, book Bom Sucesso as part of your Óbidos golf trip.
Reception: Everyday from 7:45am to 8:00pm
Club House: With Restaurant and Snack bar
With driving range
With an Academy
Trolleys: Manual
With locker room
Pro Shop: Everyday from 7:45am to 8:00pm
Golf Lessons: Resident professionals
Buggies: Without GPS
With putting greenBom Sucesso Golf Guardian - latest comments and reviews
James Penny
2026-09-26
Back here for a second time this year. Good points are the impressive layout and greens in excellent condition. Pretty quiet when we played with no one pressing behind. This course does not have the same standards as its three neighbours and is a bit rough round the edges. Some excellent holes though and well worth playing if you are visiting the area. Appreciated getting a lift from the 18th green back to the clubhouse from the friendly course marshal. Will look forward to our next visit here.
david cruse
2026-09-23
The course needs some love and attention however there are clear signs that management is trying to provide the best experience with the resources available (being picked up at the 18th green and driven to the car park is a nice touch)
Phil Abbott
2026-08-19
Super friendly staff and very helpful. Course was perfect.
Mr James Penny
2026-06-01
Excellent layout, although a bit tired generally. Slightly wider fairways, nicely tree lined. Enjoyed our return here too and the green fees were quite a bit cheaper than nearby. We were off in front of a tournament and had the course to ourselves - always a pleasing experience. Second 9 a bit different and tougher than the front 9 with 2 very unusual holes to finish.
Claudia Juncker
2026-05-02
Course has matured over the years. Much more pleasing to the eyes than Royal Obidos. Will play again.
Tom Lawlor
2026-04-17
Nice course albeit the rough is not up to the standard of other courses in the area. Greens were generally very hood
Steve Edwards
2026-04-17
All very good, no issues
Herr Gerhard Braschke
2026-04-03
Good
Richard White
2026-02-26
Course was in as good a condition as we have played it over the past few years, still,wet in areas but to be expected and buggies had to be kept to the cart paths. Downside was they stopped serving food in the clubhouse at 5 even though website said it was open until much later.
Erik Verschueren
2026-01-11
Friendly staff and helpfull
James Penny
2025-11-30
Well worth a visit if you are playing golf in the area. Reasonably undemanding outward 9 with some scenic holes. The inward half is a lot tighter and not easy, particularly in the wind. The last 2 holes are outstanding. If course conditions are soft from recent rain they require you to keep buggies on paths. All in all a very good experience and will return again in the future.
Jon Thorpe
2025-10-18
1st time playing here. Relatively easy course compared to 3 neighbouring but shot level par so obviously enjoyed. Practice facilities very good along with speed of play. Will be back…
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