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Golf holidays: the best golf hotels in Europe and Turkey
From the Algarve and Belek to the links of Scotland and Ireland, plus the big championships of 2027. These are the golf hotels we recommend.
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In short: golf holidays
For spring and autumn golf, the Algarve and Belek are the easiest choices, with plenty of courses, warmth and short transfers. For classic golf, Scotland and Ireland are best from May to September. In 2027 The Open comes to St Andrews in July and the Ryder Cup to Adare in September.
Our first choice: Conrad Algarve, with three courses minutes away. Check availability and prices
The first tee shot of the morning, dew on the fairway and a whole day ahead. A golf holiday is about the courses, but just as much about where you stay, how far you are from the first tee and what you do after the round.
We have gathered the golf hotels from all our golf guides in one place, with our first choice for each destination.
How to choose a golf holiday
Sunshine and plenty of courses: the Algarve or Belek, in spring and autumn.
Links golf and history: Scotland or Ireland, from May to September.
Championships in 2027: The Open in July or the Ryder Cup in September.
The Algarve: year-round golf in Portugal
The Algarve is one of Europe's favourite golf destinations, with courses packed close together and mild weather in spring and autumn.
Conrad Algarve
Conrad Algarve sits in the pine woods on the edge of Quinta do Lago.
Our first choice in the Algarve: Conrad Algarve
The Conrad stands on the edge of Quinta do Lago, with three courses minutes away and Faro Airport a quarter of an hour from the door. A spa and restaurants mean the day carries on without a car.
Our guide covers ten golf hotels from Quinta do Lago to Lagos, with advice on seasons and tee times. Read our guide to Algarve golf resorts.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at Conrad Algarve
Belek: all inclusive golf in Turkey
Belek near Antalya has many courses along the beach, and almost every hotel is all inclusive.
Maxx Royal
The beach and villas at Maxx Royal Belek.
Our first choice in Belek: Maxx Royal
Maxx Royal sits beside the Montgomerie course, with a long beach and a high-end all-inclusive offer. It suits golfers and the rest of the family equally well.
Our guide covers five golf resorts, with advice on seasons and green fees. Read our guide to Belek golf hotels.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at Maxx Royal
Scotland: the links where golf began
Scotland is home to the classic seaside links, from East Lothian and St Andrews to Royal Troon and Islay.
The Marine North Berwick
The Marine North Berwick at sunset above the West Links.
Our first choice in Scotland: The Marine North Berwick
The Marine stands above the West Links at North Berwick, with the sea and the Bass Rock beyond. Muirfield and the rest of East Lothian are close by, and Edinburgh is half an hour by train.
Our guide covers eight golf hotels from the east coast to the Highlands. Read our guide to Scotland's golf hotels.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at The Marine North Berwick
Ireland: Ryder Cup courses and classic links
Ireland and Northern Ireland have resorts that have hosted the Ryder Cup and the Irish Open, and links such as Royal County Down and Royal Portrush.
The K Club
The manor house at The K Club in Straffan.
Our first choice in Ireland: The K Club
The K Club is 40 minutes from Dublin and hosted the 2006 Ryder Cup. You can play two courses without moving.
Our guide covers eight golf hotels in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Read our guide to golf breaks in Ireland.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at The K Club
The Open 2027: St Andrews in July
The Open is played on the Old Course at St Andrews from 15 to 18 July 2027, and the town fills up early.
Rusacks St Andrews
From Rusacks you look down the 18th to the R&A clubhouse.
Our first choice for The Open: Rusacks St Andrews
Rusacks stands beside the 18th fairway of the Old Course, with a rooftop restaurant above the closing hole. Book early, as rooms in town go first.
Our guide covers ten hotels in St Andrews, Fife and Edinburgh. Read our guide to hotels for The Open 2027.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at Rusacks St Andrews
Ryder Cup 2027: Adare in September
The Ryder Cup is played at Adare Manor in Ireland from 17 to 19 September 2027, and the manor itself is closed to guests.
The Savoy, Limerick
The entrance to The Savoy in central Limerick.
Our first choice for the Ryder Cup: The Savoy, Limerick
The Savoy is in the centre of Limerick, about 20 minutes from Adare, within walking distance of the course shuttles. No car, no parking.
Our guide covers nine hotels in Adare, Limerick, Clare and Kerry. Read our guide to Ryder Cup 2027 hotels.
Book your stay: Check availability and prices at The Savoy, Limerick
When to go
March to May and October to November for the Algarve and Belek.
May to September for Scotland and Ireland, with long light evenings.
Book early for 2027, as hotels near The Open and the Ryder Cup fill up well ahead.
Good to know
Every hotel can be booked without a golf package. Tee times are booked with the course or through the hotel, and many courses ask for a handicap certificate.
Green fees are rarely included in the room rate, even at Belek's all-inclusive hotels.
Our first choice for a golf holiday
Conrad Algarve
Conrad Algarve is the golf hotel we would recommend first for a golf holiday. It stands on the edge of Quinta do Lago, with three courses minutes away and Faro Airport a quarter of an hour from the door. After the round there is the spa and the pool terrace, and in the evening you eat well without getting in the car. It suits a serious golf week as well as a trip where not everyone plays every day.
Golf holidays: your questions answered
Where is the best place for a golf holiday?
The Algarve and Belek are best for warm-weather golf in spring and autumn, with plenty of courses and short airport transfers. Scotland and Ireland are best for classic links in summer. If you want to watch, The Open comes to St Andrews and the Ryder Cup to Adare in 2027.
When is the best time for a golf holiday?
For the Algarve and Belek, March to May and October to November are best, with comfortable warmth. For Scotland and Ireland, May to September is best, with long light days. Summer gets very hot in the south, so tee off early if you travel then.
Can I book a golf hotel without a golf package?
Yes, every hotel we recommend can be booked as a regular stay. Tee times are booked directly with the course or through reception. That leaves you free to choose your own courses, but remember that green fees come on top of the room rate.
Do I need a handicap for a golf holiday?
Many of the well-known courses ask for a handicap certificate, and some set a maximum handicap. Bring proof from your club and check each course's rules before booking a tee time. Smaller courses and practice facilities usually welcome everyone, including beginners keen to learn.
Which golf holiday suits families?
The Algarve and Belek suit families best, with beaches, pools and hotels with children's clubs. Martinhal Quinta in the Algarve and Titanic Deluxe in Belek are designed for families. That way one person can play golf while the rest enjoy a normal holiday.