Northern Ireland has been named the best destination in Western Europe for golf by the IAGTO. With 90 golf clubs, Golf Digest naming Royal County Down as the number one Golf Course in the World and Royal Portrush hosting the 148th Open, golf enthusiasts cannot miss Northern Ireland.
Ireland’s Blue Book offer the perfect hotels to stay in while enjoying a golfing holiday.
Bishop’s Gate Hotel is a 46-minute drive from Ballyliffin Golf Club, host of the Irish Open in 2018 and highly regarded by Rory McElroy.
Built in 1899, Bishop’s Gate Hotel, blends stunning Edwardian architecture, stylish appointments and luxurious facilities which have been sensitively restored to pay homage to the rich heritage of the building, whilst exceeding the contemporary needs and desires of its guests. Ideally located within the historic city walls in the heart of Derry City’s Cathedral Quarter providing the perfect base to explore Derry’s iconic tourist landmarks including the historic Walls, St. Columb’s Cathedral, The Guildhall, The Tower Museum and the iconic Peace Bridge.
Other courses nearby: City of Derry, Foyle Golf Centre and Royal Portrush
Bushmills Inn is a 10-minute drive from Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland. Royal Portrush Golf Club boasts of two links courses and is the only club in Ireland to have hosted The Open Championship twice.
Originally a Coaching Inn in the 1600s, this 4-star boutique Hotel and Restaurant is steeped in Irish history with a myriad of places to hide from the world. In the village that is home to the world’s oldest Whiskey Distillery, situated close to the famous Giant’s Causeway, it offers the perfect base to explore a host of visitor attractions such as Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle and many of the Game of Thrones filming locations.
Other courses nearby: Portstewart Golf Club, Castlerock Golf Club, Royal County Down Golf Club and Ballyliffin Golf Club.
Ardtara County House is a 40-minute drive from Castlerock Golf Course, a classic links course set amid towering dunes.
Centrally located in the heart of Northern Ireland, offers easy access to major attractions like Titanic Belfast and the Giant’s Causeway within 45 minutes. Only 15 minutes from the birthplace of the famous poet Seamus Heaney, Ardtara is the perfect base for touring Northern Ireland.
Other courses nearby: Royal Portrush Golf Club, Portstewart Golf Club, Gracehill (Parkland course) and Galgorm (Parkland course).
The Old Inn is a 10-minute drive from Royal Belfast Golf Club, featured on Sky Golf “Golf’s Greatest Holes”.
Nestled in the charming village of Crawfordsburn, located just 15 minutes from Belfast and 5 minutes from the seaside town of Bangor, The Old Inn is the perfect escape for your next rural retreat. The hotel is bursting with character, from cosy firelit corners and elegant interiors to gourmet dining and the Treetop Spa, perched above Crawfordsburn Country Park.
Other courses nearby: Castlerea Golf Club and Royal County Down Golf Club
Newforge House is 1 hour away from Royal County Down Golf Club and 1.5 hours away from Royal Portrush Golf Club.
A historic family-run country house offering warm hospitality, luxurious rooms and delicious local seasonal food in tranquil surroundings. Set on the edge of the small village of Magheralin, Newforge is an oasis of calm and the perfect location for your romantic break or a special occasion with friends and family. Our central location, only 30-minute drive from Belfast, makes Newforge an ideal base for touring Northern Ireland.
Other courses nearby: Edenmore, Lurgan, Lisburn, Malone, Belvoir Park and Royal Belfast.