Golf on the north coast

The Marcus Portrush is perfectly placed for golf lovers chasing legendary fairways and dramatic coastal backdrops.

Whether you’re teeing off at a world-famous championship course or discovering a hidden gem along the coast, the North Coast offers some of Ireland’s most iconic golfing experiences, all within easy reach.

Scenic view of a golf course with green fairways and a bunker, overlooking the ocean and rocky islands under a partly cloudy sky.

Royal Portrush Golf Club

(1 mile)

Just steps from the hotel, Royal Portrush is Northern Ireland’s world-class links venue and host of The Open Championship in 1951, 2019, and 2025. The Dunluce Links offer signature holes like the par‑3 “Calamity Corner” and White Rocks par‑4 with postcard-perfect Atlantic views and dramatic Dunluce Castle as your backdrop. This world-famous course is a bucket-list destination for golf enthusiasts.

A coastal town with a golf course along the rocky shoreline, residential houses behind the golf course, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.

Ballyreagh Golf Club

(2 miles)

Clifftop course with gentle terrain, perfect for quick rounds, mixed-ability groups, and casual fun. Includes a pitch-and-putt area for local charm with laid-back play.

Aerial view of a golf course near the beach with sand traps, green fairways, and a building, overlooking the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

Portstewart Golf Club

(5 miles)

Home of the prestigious Strand Course, consistently ranked top 100 in Ireland and globally. With rolling dunes, pot bunkers, and a jaw-dropping front nine overlooking the sea, it’s a true links test. Hosted the 2017 Irish Open and acclaimed for its raw beauty and golfing challenge.

A golf course tee box with a view of a beach and ocean, with cliffs in the background and a sign indicating Hole 10, Par 4.

bushfoot golf club

(6 miles)

A relaxed 9-hole seaside/parkland hybrid near Portballintrae, recently ranked among the top 10 nine-hole courses in Ireland. Ideal for casual rounds, groups, or beginners looking for scenic golf with no handicap required.

Aerial view of a coastal golf course with sand dunes, green fairways, and a beach with a pier along the shoreline, under a clear sky.

Castlerock Golf Club

(14 miles)

Offers two distinct courses: the historic Championship Course and the picturesque Mussenden Links contrasting with the shorter Bann Course. Coastal views and links-style fairways make it a worthy addition to any North Coast golf itinerary.

Aerial view of a golf course with a pond and lush greenery.

Galgorm Castle Golf Club

(32 miles)

Nestled within a 220-acre estate, this championship-grade parkland course has hosted the 2020 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open. Expect manicured greens, forest-lined fairways, and elegant club facilities.