Sublime golf and awe-inspiring scenery make the North West Atlantic
coastline something rather special. This is links golf at its best and
probably on some courses you have not heard of before – but don’t let
that hoodwink you. There is nothing easy on this page but you will have
a wonderful time discovering it for yourself.
Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana, Inishowen, County Donegal.
Located on the shores of Lough Swilly, famously known as the 'Lake of Shadows', this
elegant hotel commands panoramic views of the sea and white sandy beaches. There
are 63 spacious en suite bedrooms all with multichannel TV, telephone, and tea tray.
The Peninsula Bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for drinks and cocktails. Hot lunches,
evening meals and snacks are available throughout the day. There is an excellent leisure
centre with a fitness suite, 20m swimming pool, spa bath, steam room and sauna.
Four nights B&B.
Two in a car from £477pp
Four in a car from £432pp
Minibus + 6 from £418pp
The Golf: Ballyliffin Glashedy, Ballyliffin Old and north west Golf
Ballyliffin has two outstanding and contrasting courses. The Old Links undulates
through its natural terrain while Glashedy has been fashioned around the incredible
dunes to provide outstanding golf with magnificent scenery. North West Golf Club
is a traditional links with lots of bumps, run and glorious greens, lying between the
mountains and Lough Swilly.
Arnold’s Hotel, Dunfanaghy, County Donegal.
Arnolds Hotel is a traditional family–run hotel with a warm welcome. It is located at
the entrance to the picturesque village of Dunfanaghy overlooking the beautiful shores
of Sheephaven Bay. There are 30 en suite bedrooms, some enjoying the panoramic
views of Sheephaven Bay and Horn Head, whilst others enjoy the changing scenes
in our mature gardens. The Whiskey Fly Bar serves bar food daily from the Captains
Galley Menu. Live music including traditional Irish is a feature during the season.
The Seascapes Restaurant provides views over one of Donegal’s finest beaches.
Four nights B&B.
Two in a car from £505pp
Four in a car from £460pp
Minibus + 6 from £446pp
The Golf: Portsalon, narin Portnoo and Rosapenna Sandy Hills
An exciting set of four links. Narin and Portnoo Golf Club is considered one of
the finest natural 18–hole links in Ireland, with sweeping views of Gweebarra Bay.
Portsalon is a marvellous course and since its redesign in 2003 is set to enter the
premier league of links. Rosapenna Sandy Hills is an awesome course that will test
any golfer, while seducing everyone.
Sligo Southern Hotel, Sligo Town, County Sligo.
The unique and highly popular period-fronted Sligo Southern Hotel and leisure
centre is located in the heart of the bustling and attractive city of Sligo. There are 100
bedrooms, all en-suite with telephone, multi–channel TV and Video, hairdryer and tea
tray. The leisure centre has a swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.
Four nights B&B
2 in a car from £531pp
4 in a car from £486pp
6 in a minibus £472pp
The Golf: County Sligo (Rosses Point), Enniscrone,
Strandhill and Donegal
Rated among the best links in the World, County Sligo has the maturity and
quality to delight golfers. Stunning Donegal offers a genuine challenge and is one of
the longest courses in Europe. Strandhill unfurls as a sparkling array of bumps, runs
and seaside terrain with excellent greens.
All above prices are for B&B based on sharing twin or double rooms and include standard season HSS or Express mid-week ferry crossings for a car, MPV or 4x4 with three rounds of golf as shown.
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