Best Golf Hotels in United Kingdom

Overlooking the 18th hole and clubhouse of the world-famous Old Course in St Andrews, the 5-star Seaton House provides the famous Scottish golfing town with its most refined hospitality experience to date. Formerly The Scores Hotel, the property has reclaimed its original name, following a sensitive restoration of its two Georgian townhouses which date back to 1864. The Luxury Editor spent a weekend at Seaton House, so read on to discover why this is, without doubt, St Andrews’ most sophisticated new address. Positioned on ‘The Scores’, St Andrews’ most iconic road, Seaton House offers 42 luxurious guest quarters, including expansive garden and terrace suites, destination dining by celebrated Edinburgh’s seafood restaurant Ondine Oyster & Grill, Bar and outdoor alfresco dining terrace and a further all-day dining experience, The Board Room.

With open views across the golf course to the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock, this is the hotel to choose if you want to be right beside the sea. The Marine has been restored to reflect its grand past, with tastefully chosen furnishings and textiles exuding a sense of old-world opulence and vintage flair, that’s as inviting as the outlook. Dine on local beef, game, and freshly landed seafood at The Lawn and order a cocktail or afternoon tea beneath the glittering chandeliers of the stylish Bass Rock Bar and Lounge. The French skincare brand Caudalie has partnered with the hotel to bring its spa treatments, designed using scientific techniques and active ingredients from the brand’s Bordeaux vineyards.

Breathing new life into a restored Victorian landmark, The Marcus Portrush marks Hilton’s Tapestry Collection debut in Northern Ireland. Overlooking the Atlantic in the charming seaside town of Portrush, this 80-room hotel blends local storytelling with a playful spirit, offering guests a stay steeped in creativity and coastal character. Inspired by the fictional explorer Marcus, interiors are filled with bold illustrations, maritime curiosities and rich textures. The result is an immersive space where history, whimsy and design come together. Younger guests receive a complimentary copy of The Adventures of Marcus, encouraging exploration from the moment they arrive.

The building, which once served as a hotel and artisan bakery for nearly a century, has undergone an £11 million renovation that carefully preserves period features such as original floor mosaics and the tiled façade. Bedrooms are bright and contemporary with nods to the nautical setting, while bathrooms feature elegant green tiling and walk-in showers. Dining is centred around Nemesis, the hotel’s Asian fusion restaurant, where classic dishes are reimagined with a twist. The Heritage Cocktail Bar channels the atmosphere of a harbour tavern with cosy corners, local spirits and inventive signature drinks like the Orra Margarita.

An Edwardian mansion is the centre-piece of this sprawling resort, surrounded by farmland and woods. 141 large bedrooms are decorated in a traditional baronial style. Public areas feature real fires, dark oak panelling and rich velvet upholstery. By contrast, the restaurant is bright and airy, with two additional bars serving child-friendly hearty classics. Guests can play golf on its two championship courses, take part in country pursuits, get pampered in the spa and try a range of malts in the hall’s Whisky Snug. Well suited to families, dogs are also welcome in some of the rooms. And there’s plenty more to see and do in the local area – Hadrian’s Wall and Derwent Water are just two of the attractions close by.

Standing proudly above storied golf links and the rugged Ayrshire coastline, Trump Turnberry provides modern Edwardian opulence and attention to detail along with 800 rolling acres of countryside where legendary King Robert the Bruce once had his castle. The property has been a landmark since 1906 and not only is it a renowned golf destination, featuring the famous Ailsa course it also offers a large destination spa and a wide range of outdoor pursuits including equestrian activities and clay pigeon shooting. Dining options include its signature 1906 restaurant, Grand Tea Lounge and Bar, and the Duel in the Sun, a golf-inspired eatery each overlooking its famous golf courses.