The 11 Best Golf Hotels in Ireland (2025)

 

Ireland’s landscapes are not only beautiful, they make playing golf feel pretty magical. Picture dramatic coastlines, endless green hills, and historic estates as the backdrop to your game. Scattered across the country are some fantastic hotels with their own courses or easy access to top-notch fairways, so you’re never far from a great round. Some are grand and luxurious, others more relaxed and family-friendly, but all offer that warm Irish charm and plenty of 'craic'. We’ve rounded up our favourites for your next golfing getaway.

For a championship course

• Dromoland Castle in County Clare is impressive by every measure. With grand interiors fitting of its imposing exterior, 450 acres of parkland, and a highly acclaimed restaurant. The 18-hole championship course is, however, the real lure.
• The K Club is a luxury hotel set amongst 550 acres of parkland in County Kildare. Interiors are traditional and filled with antiques. Expect a number of outdoor pursuits available from falconry to clay-pigeon shooting; this is a smart country escape. But unmissabe are the Ryder Cup and Smurfit Golf Courses, designed by Arnold Palmer and widely regarded as two of the finest in Europe!

For the spa

• Seafield Golf & Spa Hotel is a four star resort located just an hour from Dublin, in County Wexford. The real appeal to this property is the beach location, the golf club (of course), and the award-winning Oceo Spa which boasts 14 treatment rooms, a sunken spa garden, and a hydrotherapy pool.
• Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort is a luxurious country house complete with an acclaimed golf course in County Cavan. With a luxury spa on site designed by Heinz Schletterer, choose this hotel for a pampering holiday.
• Slieve Donard Resort & Spa is one of Northern Ireland's best known hotels set between the mountains of Morne and the sea. A place to come and spend mornings on the golf course and afternoons unwinding in the state-of-the-art spa.

For country pursuits

• Dunmore House is a luxurious hotel offering a spectacular location on a cliff overlooking the ocean in County Cork. Beyond the property's own golf course, spectacular horse rides, fishing, bird watching, and cycling are all offered. The perfect choice for an outdoor focused escape.

For families

• Castlemartyr Resort is a large family friendly country house set in 220 acres of beautiful County Cork countryside. With a number of activities on offer, a selection of restaurants, and a spa for adults to unwind in, this is a great choice for a family break. Its inland links style 18 hole course is suitable for players of all levels.
• Waterford Castle is an historic building set on its own private island in Waterford. Offering a number of rural activities and featuring modern self-catering lodges, it's a smart choice for holidays with the family. Plus its 18 hole course is ranked in the top 30 parkland courses in Ireland.

For luxury

• Glenlo Abbey Hotel is an 18th century country estate, just outside Galway, with grand period furnishings. Offering a superb Pullman restaurant and whiskey bar. The hotel's golf course may only have nine holes, but it is regarded as one of the best of its kind in the country. Plus they offer a driving range, and onsite golf academy. The perfect hotel for an elegant rural escape.

For foodies

• Adare Manor is a neo-Gothic manor in the County Limerick village of Adare. Boasting a championship golf course and spa facilities, the manor affords guests the opportunity to luxuriate in beautiful and historic surroundings. Better yet, the restaurant has won numerous awards, including a Michelin star.

For a contemporary stay

• The Lodge at Ashford Castle boasts a spectacular location overlooking Lough Corrib in County Mayo. Interiors are elegant and contemporary with fun bold features. Set just a ten minutes walk from Ashford Castle Golf Club, this is a smart choice.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our lists of the best castle hotels in Ireland or the best pet friendly hotels in Ireland,
• Expand your search to include our recommendations for all the best places to stay in Ireland, 
• Or refine your search to include our best properties in County Donegal, Cork, or Killarney.
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.