I have created a list with the best golf hotels in Scotland, UK. For example hotels, country estates, mansions, bed and breakfasts and resorts with a golf court on the premises - or within a short distance. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Great views. The Royal Golf Hotel is located overlooking the first tee of the Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Many rooms have stunning views of the course and the sea. The Royal Dornoch Golf Club is regularly rated one of the top 20 courses in the world and there are 20 golf courses within an hour’s drive of the hotel. The Royal serves a full Scottish breakfast and the Conservatory Restaurant, which benefits from panoramic views, offers a wide range of dishes made from fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. The hotels Morris Bar stocks wines from around the world and over 35 malt whiskies. Dornoch Cathedral dates back to the 13th century but nowadays the area is better known for its hiking and fishing. The town is just over an hour’s drive from Inverness Airport and 20 minutes’ drive from Tain Railway Station.Show full description
Beach front location. Cosy. Featuring a fitness centre and a garden, Machrie Hotel & Golf Links is situated just outside Port Ellen. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests at Machrie Hotel & Golf Links can enjoy a continental or a Full English breakfast. At the hotel, each room comes with a desk minibar, safe and flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and free toiletries. Many of our bathrooms also have a bath. The hotel restaurant and bar is available for lunch and dinner, which serves a variety of Scottish and British dishes. Afternoon tea is also served in the Stag or Courtyard Lounge. Preferred green fees are available for residents on the 18-hole championship links course. There is also a 6-hole par 3 'Wee Course', 5, bay driving range, practice areas and Hebrides putting area. The PureGray Spa & Gym offers 2 spa treatment rooms offering a wide selection of services, a sauna and a 24-hour gym. Prebooking is essential. The Machrie is located less than 6 km from Port Ellen and 11 km from Bowmore.Show full description
This hotel has a great location in Port Ellen and amazing staff.
Friendly staff.Set in the heart of East Lothian's famous golf courses, Craigielaw offers rooms with views of the courtyard or the coastline with free parking on site. Each room at The Lodge at Craigielaw and Golf Courses features private bathroom facilities and a flat-screen TV. Guests can also enjoy a game of golf at one of the golf courses in the direct area of the property. Tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The bright and spacious restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes made with fresh local produce. Guests can choose from a great selection of fine wines. Edinburgh is a 30-minute drive away. Museum of Flight is 8 miles away. Musselburgh Racecourse is a 20-minute drive.Show full description
Beach front location. Set by the River Tweed, in a quiet countryside location, the 4-star Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa boasts views of the Border Hills, an 18-hole golf course, an award-winning restaurant and a spa. The bedrooms at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa all have blackout curtains for a good night’s sleep. Guest can also enjoy views of the hills or the golf course as well as many facilities including tea and coffee. Renwicks Restaurant at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa offers fine dining and views over the golf course. 2 bars serving lighter meals are also available on site. Guests can make the most of the hotel’s spa or use the health club, which has a sauna, a gym and a swimming pool. Other activities available at the Cardrona Hotel include golfing, fishing, shooting, canoeing and quad biking. Edinburgh is a 40-minute drive away.Show full description
Beautiful.Set amongst 1000 acres of beautiful parkland with two 18-hole golf courses, this historic country hotel, built in 1725, offers luxurious spa and leisure facilities, and informal and fine dining restaurant options. All of the spacious rooms at the Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club offer 32-inch flat-screen TVs and en-suite bathrooms. As well as an impressive 18-hole golf course, Dalmahoy also includes both a championship golf-course and a PGA-approved golf academy within its expansive and scenic grounds. Rooms also include tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-fridge. Freshly prepared cuisine can be enjoyed at The Pentland, the hotel’s award-winning restaurant, alongside panoramic views of Dalmahoy’s green parkland. The Brasserie Restaurant and James Braid Bar also offer informal dining. Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club also boasts a leisure club, featuring modern gym equipment and complimentary fitness classes. Guests can make use of the indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and tennis facilities. Guests can enjoy free WiFi throughout the hotel and free parking is available. The hotel is immediately accessible from the A71 road. The M8 motorway is just 2 minutes away, and Edinburgh is 20 minutes’ drive.Show full description
Great location.Set amongst 250 acres with its own 18-hole championship golf course, Drumoig Golf Hotel offers rooms with free parking, free Wi-Fi in public areas, and a restaurant. Each room at Drumoig features tea/coffee making facilities, a TV with Freeview channels, and an en suite bathroom. The Fairways Restaurant boasts views of the course, a terrace overlooking the 18th green and the Lochs, and a varied menu available daily. Tentsmuir Forest is a 10-minute drive away and the coast is 5 miles from the hotel. Dundee can also be reached in 10 minutes’ drive.Show full description
Resort. The Westerwood is situated at the foot of the Campsie Hills, midway between Glasgow and Edinburgh. It offers free WiFi throughout the hotel. The hotel's own 18-hole, 71 par Championship golf course was designed by Seve Ballasteros and Dave Thomas. A warm welcome awaits you at this hotel, situated in the heart of Scotland. The Westerwood Hotel is ideal for business travellers due to its fabulous location. The hotel is close to a major motorway and only a short distance from 3 international airports. The hotel offers a range of benefits: free and secure parking, quick and easy check-in, superbly appointed working areas in the bedrooms, 24-hour room service and free use of the health club, relaxing spa with 8 treatment rooms.Show full description
Lively. Set within 360 acres of grounds and with panoramic views over the River Clyde,Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, and an on-site 18-hole championship golf course. Free WiFi access throughout is available and on-site public parking is possible free of charge. Rooms at Gleddoch Hotel Spa & Golf are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom fitted with either a bathtub or a shower and a hairdryer. All rooms offer views either the surrounding grounds, gardens, golf course or Clyde Estuary. There is also free WiFi. The hotel features an à-la-carte restaurant serving fine cuisine, as well as an on-site bar where guests can get snacks, refreshments and spirits throughout the day. Breakfast is served every morning in the common dining room or in the guest rooms and suites upon request, and special dietary needs can be accommodated. Once the home of shipping baron Sir John Lithgow, the main house offers spectacular views over the Clyde Estuary, Ben Lomond and the rolling Renfrewshire hills. Gleddoch Hotel Spa & Golf is located 10 minutes' drive from Glasgow International Airport.Show full description
Close to beach front. Elegant. Originally an 18th century mansion, Cally Palace is now a sophisticated golf hotel just 48 minutes’ drive from the market town of Dumfries. With free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi, it also has its own games room, tennis court, bar and restaurant. They also all feature views of the surrounding golf course. The spacious, smartly decorated rooms at Cally Palace each include an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a TV, a telephone and a work desk. The restaurant offers a dining experience using the freshest of local ingredients. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu's are available. After a day of exploring, guests can relax in the indoor leisure complex. It features a hot tub, fitness centre, indoor pool and a sauna.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Situated in 250 acres of scenic woodlands, Dalziel Park Hotel is just 10 minutes’ drive from Motherwell town centre. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and free on-site parking is provided. Dalziel Park Golf Club is a 9-hole par 35 golf course and located directly next to the hotel. A flat-screen TV and en suite bathroom are featured in each Dalziel Park room, which have either a boutique or French Chic style. A mix of retro, classic and European dishes is served in the on-site restaurant, and guests can enjoy options such as white chocolate & honeycomb cheesecake and a Sunday roast lunch. A full Scottish breakfast is available on a Saturday and Sunday. Regular weekend entertainment is hosted in the hotel bar, in the form of live music and DJs. Guests can also explore the local woodlands, or explore Motherwell which features a cathedral and shopping centre.Show full description
Delightful property. Nice surroundings. In 350 acres of mature woodland and peaceful rolling parkland, this beautiful country house hotel has its very own private golf course, free Wi-Fi and charming, elegant, individually decorated rooms. The Meldrum House Hotel Golf And Country Estate boasts its own magnificent 18-hole golf course, a luxuriously appointed clubhouse and some of the finest practice facilities in Scotland. The on-site golf academy offers expert outdoor tuition with video analysis Traditionally decorated and featuring many fine antiques, objets d'art and ancestral portraits, the hotel has spacious en suite rooms. Each room has its own individual style and unique character. Every room has stunning views over the estate and the surrounding Aberdeenshire countryside. Each room has a plasma flat-screen TV with Freeview digital channels. The restaurant offers traditional Scottish cuisine combined with an international flavour. From gourmet cuisine to lighter snacks, the menus change daily to reflect the finest, freshest seasonal ingredients available locally.Show full description
This is one of the most beautiful, unique and authentic hotels in Scotland! So NICE!
Luxury Hotel.Lovely property. Lovely surroundings. Set in a 240-acre estate, just 10 minutes’ from Glasgow Airport, Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort features a golf course, luxury spa and sumptuous rooms. There is an award-winning restaurant and free Wi-Fi. In a historical mansion, the rooms at Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort have elegant decor and stylish bathrooms. There is also a modern fitness centre and an 18-hole championship golf course. All rooms feature fluffy bathrobes, toiletries, mini bars and work desks. Many have scenic garden views. The Cristal gourmet restaurant offers fine dining in intimate surroundings. The Grand Hall serves beverages, snacks, light lunches and afternoon teas. Cooked breakfasts are also available daily. The Mar Hall Spa offers Decleor luxury beauty treatments, and features a swimming pool. Just 15 minutes’ drive from Glasgow centre, Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort is surrounded by the beautiful Kilpatrick Hills. The shores of Loch Lomond can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Established in 1924, The Gleneagles Hotel is a prestigious resort in the heart of Scotland. Set within 850 acres, it offers 3 championship golf courses and an ESPA spa, along with a falconry school. Set amongst rolling hills, the resort is home to The PGA Centenary and National Academy Golf Courses, along with The King’s Course and The Queen’s Course. Guests can also enjoy off-road driving, horse-riding, dog training, and shooting. This grand resort offers a variety of elegant rooms and luxurious suites. Many feature views over the extensive grounds and free Wi-Fi. The en suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries. In the mornings, the Gleneagles Hotel serves an award-winning full Scottish breakfast. With 4 fine dining restaurants, guests can enjoy imaginative menus in the Michelin Starred Andrew Fairlie restaurant, along with the Birnam Brasserie, the formal Strathearn, and the lively Dormy Bar and Grill. Gleneagles Hotel also offers The Club, where guests can enjoy fitness classes. It boasts 2 swimming pools, a sauna, a steam room, gym, and an outdoor hot tub.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most ELEGANT AND LIVELY luxury hotels in Scotland.
Luxury Hotel.Beach front location. The 5-star Marine Hotel is a grand building with views over the Firth of Clyde towards the Isle of Arran, overlooking Royal Troon Golf Course. The property offers fitness facilities along with a sauna, spa bath, steam room, indoor pool and a beauty salon. The area surrounding Marine Troon offers golf courses. Free WiFi and free parking are available at the property. A restaurant is available at the property. Snacks and drinks can also b enjoyed at the bar. Glasgow is a 30-minute drive away and Ayr is a 10-minute drive. Within a 15-minute drive, guests can reach Culzean Castle and Country Park. The Celtic and Rangers Football Clubs are within a 30-minute drive.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Set on a 520 acre estate on cliffs overlooking St Andrews Bay, this 5-star hotel features its own championship golf courses. It has free parking, free WiFi, a spa and a pool. The resort has 2 world-famous golf courses. A complimentary shuttle service to and from the hotel to St Andrews town centre runs every hour from 10:00-22:00. The Fairmont's large rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and modern bathrooms with heated floors. It also features a spa with a modern gym, a 16-metre swimming pool, a steam room, sauna and a hot tub. Fairmont St Andrews boasts a range of dining facilities including the two AA Rosette St Andrews Bar & Grill serving the finest Scottish steak and seafood with stunning views over the medieval town, and the magnificent La Cucina serving authentic Italian recipes by authentic Italian Chefs.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great views. Overlooking West Sands Beach and the Links Golf Course, Old Course Hotel features a luxury spa and award-winning restaurant. Set in a magnificent building, the hotel has scenic views and elegant rooms. With 3 AA-Rosettes, Road Hole Restaurant offers fine dining and over 200 whiskies, the contemporary Swilcan Loft serving an eclectic international menu with locally sourced Scottish produce and the most famous 19th hole in golf – The Jigger Inn, serving traditional pub food and its very own Jigger Ale. The Old Course Hotel St Andrews has the Kohler Waters Spa, which offers luxury spa treatments, a hydrotherapy pool, experience showers and cold plunge pool. There is also a 20-metre swimming pool and fitness centre. The refurbished bedrooms at Old Course have sumptuous décor and modern bathrooms with designer toiletries. With original character, rooms also feature flat-screen TVs and fluffy bathrobes. Free Wi-Fi is included. Situated in scenic St Andrews, Old Course Hotel is just metres from the rugged Scottish coastline and North Sea. Nearby Dundee can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings.Greywalls Hotel is situated on the edge of Muirfield’s championship golf course, on the 9th and 18th holes. There are ample gardens, tennis courts and free Wi-Fi. The walled gardens feature a croquet lawn and there are 10 golf courses within 5 miles of Greywalls. The onsite Chez Roux restaurant offers a blend of classical French cuisine and local Scottish produce. Built in 1901, Greywalls now offers elegant en suite bedrooms. Most rooms have views either over the Firth of Forth, or across the gardens and farmland.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most PEACEFUL AND RELAXING luxury hotel in Scotland.
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Situated in the picturesque seaside town of North Berwick, the Golf Lodge Bed & Breakfast offers luxury accommodation on Edinburgh’s golfing coastline. It boasts free Wi-Fi and is just 5 minutes' walk from the beach. Golf Lodge Bed & Breakfast is only a 5 minutes’ walk from North Berwick's town centre. Some of Scotland’s finest links golf courses are situated nearby, with North Berwick West Links just 5 minutes’ walk away. The rooms each offer an en suite bathroom with a thermostatically controlled power shower. In the mornings, cooked breakfast is served in the spacious ground floor dining room, which features bay windows overlooking the garden. It is an ideal base for exploring the area's many attractions. North Berwick Harbour is home to the Scottish Seabird Centre, which is 1 mile away. Edinburgh is only 20 miles away, and is easily accessible by road or rail. Muirfield is a 5-minute drive away.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most CHARMING AND COSY bed and breakfasts in Scotland.
Friendly staff. The 4-star Gailes Hotel offers modern accommodation and a contemporary restaurant only a 10-minute drive from Prestwick Airport. Leisure facilities include a fitness centre, hot tub and sauna. The surrounding area offers golfing, rolling countryside and unspoiled beach walks. Additional fees apply for leisure facilities. Payable at the property. All of the spacious rooms come with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and facilities for making tea and coffee. The en suite bathrooms include both shower and bath, as well as Scottish toiletries. The Coast Restaurant at The Gailes provides a relaxed setting to enjoy a wide range of dishes created with the finest locally sourced ingredients. When the sun is shining, guests can take advantage of the outside terrace overlooking the hotel's private gardens.Show full description
Beautiful. Nice surroundings. Situated in Perth, Murrayshall Country Estate is 4.1 km from Scone Palace. The property is set 4.3 km from Perth Concert Hall, 4.4 km from Perth and Kinross Council and 5 km from St Ninian's Cathedral. There are a number of mapped walks around the Estate itself as well as 2 stunning parkland golf courses! The team at Murrayshall conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. The property is 6 km from Perth Royal Infirmary and 6 km from University of the Highlands and Islands Perth College. All rooms come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Murrayshall provides certain rooms with garden views, and rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a Full English/Scottish breakfast. There is an on-site restaurant, which specialises in British cuisine. Murrayshall Country Estate offers a whole host of outdoor pursuits both on and off site. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 52 km from the estate.Show full description
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