Slieve Donard Resort and Spa (Newcastle County Down) €€€€

This hotel enjoys a truly unique and privileged location next door to the magnificent Royal County Down Links designed by Old Tom Morris back in 1890. Situated between Dublin and Belfast the 4-star Slieve Donard Resort and Spa is so close to the Links that guests can avail themselves to the golf buggy service which will whisk you over to the clubhouse and first tee in no time. The property has 180 luxurious rooms including 6 superb suites. The spa and pool are one of the finest in Ireland and you won’t be disappointed with the dining options either. Golf is in their DNA on this spectacular stretch of coastline, so don’t miss out on a couple of hidden gems at Ardglass and Spa.

Galgorm Spa and Golf Resort €€€€

Set across 400 acres of lush parkland, Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort is the gateway to Ireland’s iconic North Coast and world-famous links courses, in the heart of Northern Ireland’s breathtaking countryside just 30 minutes from Belfast International Airport. The Resort has 122 luxurious bedrooms and suites plus 23 lodges nestled in the stunning estate. There is an extensive choice of food & beverage options on-site including “Belfast City Centre”, with live music seven nights per week in the Resort’s traditional Irish Pub. The Spa at Galgorm was the Global Spa of the Year 2019 and offers an extensive indoor and outdoor Thermal Spa Village that is the first of its kind in Ireland, plus signature treatments and bathing experiences and a state-of-the-art fitness suite.

The Burrendale Hotel and Spa (Newcastle Co Down) €€€

Lying in the shadow of the Mountains of Mourne is the 68-bedroom 4-star Burrendale Hotel and Spa. Modern bright comfortable, unpretentious rooms are ideal for enthusiastic golfers looking for a friendly base from which to enjoy their Northern Irish golfing experience. Relax in the Cottage Pub/bar, the coffee shop or one of the other eateries at the property. Alternatively unwind in the jacuzzi, steam room or enjoy a relaxing massage in the hotel spa.

Me and Mrs Jones (Portstewart) €€€/€€€€

Quirky, modern, charming and individual, this is a unique place to enjoy your golf in the seaside town of Portstewart on the north Antrim Coast. There is a selection of rooms to fit most budgets and it appears there are no two the same, but each oozes personality and style. Like the rest of the hotel the restaurant are bar are quite unique and lots of fun. Dining is consistently delicious. Let’s not forget about the golf; Portstewart (3 courses), Royal Portrush (2 courses) and Castlerock are all in a cluster nearby. Great golfing, fine dining.