The K Club €€€€€

Just 30 minutes west from Dublin Airport is the iconic K Club, home to more than 13 European Opens not to mention the venue for the 2006 Ryder Cup. To play here is on many golfer’s bucket list and the two Arnold Palmer designed courses certainly are something special. The accommodation on offer is simply sumptuous and truly luxurious. Bedrooms and suites are individually designed with antique furnishings and original oil paintings. Choose from 5 contrasting dining options from gourmet Thai, to the more casual Legends restaurant or Puzzle Lounge. As with the rest of the property the K Spa is award winning and serious pampering comes as standard.

The Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links €€€€

Located on the coast 25 minutes North of Dublin alongside the Bernard Langer designed

Portmarnock Championship Links and just a few miles from the pretty port of Malahide is the 5-star Portmarnock Hotel. The hotel has 134 bedrooms and suites, many of which enjoy golf and sea views. Formerly the home of The Jamieson whisky dynasty, the hotel now caters for discerning golfers who can enjoy a Jamieson in the namesake bar. The property also has a wonderful spa and several restaurants. The Island, Malahide, St Anne’s, Portmarnock Club (The Old Course) Royal Dublin and other world class courses are all nearby.

The Mespil Hotel €€€€

In the fashionable district of Ballsbridge, South Dublin The Mespil borders the Grand Canal just a 20- minute walk to St Stephens Green (central Dublin). This 260 room 4-star hotel manages to retain an impressive level of personal service and intimacy despite its size. There are lots of restaurants and nightlife nearby without it impinging upon a good night’s sleep. Superb Irish breakfast served each morning and a cosy all hours bar serves drinks and bites throughout the day. Limited free parking on site. A firm favourite of ours and highly recommended.

The Ballsbridge Hotel €€€€

This 4-star high end property in South Dublin’s Ballsbridge district (Dublin 4) it is the ideal spot from where to explore the city while at the same time it is easy get out of town towards the great golf that surrounds the city. Within 20 minutes’ walk of the city centre plus you have an abundance of lively pubs, great restaurants and much more on your doorstep. The hotel has nearly 400 rooms and the Dubliner Pub which is on site is a well-known local institution for good company and Guinness.

Roganstown Hotel and Country Club €€€

Just 10 minutes’ drive from Dublin Airport, a warm welcome is assured at Roganstown Hotel and Country Club. With 2 excellent private parkland courses on the property and a fully equipped pro shop, your golfing needs are well looked after. Furthermore, there is a large friendly bar and a couple of dining options, as well as a fully equipped gym, spa and leisure club with indoor pool. The Hotel shuttle will pick up and drop off from the airport for a nominal; charge. 52 rooms and suites many of which offer views across the Ryder Cup legend, Christy O’Connor designed championship course.