When it comes to golf – there’s no better place to stay. The city is home to impressive golf courses, with stunning views of the River Foyle and the hills of Donegal. Coupled with our buzzing cultural and social scene, the city makes an ideal choice for those looking for a golfing holiday. The Walled City, where the Wild Atlantic Way meets the Causeway Coastal Route, is the city the shortest drive to the Opens. Take a short car journey to play at Royal Portrush Golf Club, home to the 148th Open Championship. Or, venture to Donegal to play at Ballyliffin Golf Club – host venue of the 2018 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open.
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Golf Courses
1. Ballybofey and Stranorlar | 18 holes | parkland
Nestled in the scenic Finn Valley, this parkland course’s tree-lined
fairways and picturesque setting provide a peaceful and enjoyable
round. Website
2. Ballyliffin golf club | 45 holes | links
Known for its rugged coastal scenery and two outstanding links
courses, the Old links and Glashedy Links, the 2018 Irish Open
host is Ireland’s most northernly golf complex. Website
3. buncrana golf club | 09 holes | LINKS
The oldest 9-hole links course in Ireland delivers a challenge to the
most advanced golfers yet also offers enjoyment to beginners. Website
4. Bundoran golf club | 18 holes | links
Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, enjoy a traditional links
experience along the rugged and picturesque Donegal Bay coastline
with a mixture of dunes and undulating terrain. Website
5.Castlerock golf club | 27 holes | links
A classic links course, the course’s natural dunes and well-crafted
layout make it a favourite among golfers. Its historic charm and
serene setting are simply added bonuses. Website
6. City of Derry golf club | 18 holes | parkland
This scenic parkland course offers a challenging test of golf,
requiring accurate shots to high-quality greens in order to score
well amidst stunning views of the River Foyle valley. Website
7. Cloughaneely golf club | 09 holes | parkland
Set in a beautiful woodland estate, the challenging course is a test
for any golfer’s handicap. Website
8. cruit island golf club | 09 holes | links
Considered one of the best 9-hole golf courses in the world, this
seems about as far off the beaten track as you can get but lies just
a few miles from Donegal International Airport. Website
9. Donegal golf club | 18 holes | links
Located on the stunning Murvagh Peninsula with breathtaking views
of the Atlantic Ocean, Donegal is one of the toughest links courses
around and should be on any golfer’s radar. Website
10. Dunfanaghy golf club | 18 holes | links
Nestled on the western shores of Sheephaven Bay with its blue flag
beaches and stunning scenery, the course’s natural beauty and
challenging layout provide a delightful round for golfers of all levels. Website
11. faughan valley golf club | 18 holes | parkland
Built on the banks of the River Faughan, this scenic parkland
course provides the golfer with a stern test of ability. Website
12. foyle golf centre | 27 holes | parkland
Your gateway to golfi ng excellence in the North West, enjoy the
challenging Earhart Championship course or for something a little
easier try the 9-hole Woodlands course. Website
13. greencastle golf club | 18 holes | LINKs
Founded in 1892, Greencastle Golf Club is a beautiful 18 hole
links course, nestled along the idyllic coast of Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula. Only 35 minutes from Derry City, the course off ers a challenging round, and a warm welcome to visitors all year. Website
14. gweedore golf club | 18 holes | LINKS
A jewel in the middle of the Donegal Gaeltacht, the unrestricted
panoramic views will simply take your breath away. Website
15. Letterkenny golf club | 18 holes | parkland
This parkland course was originally carved out of natural woodlands.
Expect to see a spectacular mixture of birdlife as you navigate the
course’s challenging design and well-kept greens. Website
16. Lough Erne golf club | 27 holes | parkland
This luxury resort boasts two stunning courses (18-hole and 9-hole)
to choose from including the Faldo Course, designed by none other
than golf legend Sir Nick Faldo himself. Website
17. Narin and Portnoo golf club | 18 holes | links
This hidden gem is perfect for golfers seeking tranquility and scenic
splendour. Opened in 1930, it is engagingly old-fashioned and off ers
sweeping views of Gweebara Bay. Website
18. Newtownstewart Golf Club | 18 holes | parkland
Nestled within the picturesque Baronscourt Estate, golfers will enjoy
beautifully manicured fairways, challenging greens, and stunning
views of the Sperrin Mountains. Website
19. North West golf club | 18 holes | links
Described as the St Andrew’s of Ireland, the North West is a
challenging course that off ers breathtaking views, fantastic
hospitality and will require everything you have in the bag. Website
20. otway golf club | 09 holes | links
One of Ireland’s oldest golf clubs, this quaint 9-hole course off ers
stunning views over Lough Swilly. Website
21. Portsalon golf club | 18 holes | links
One of the founder members of the Golfi ng Union of Ireland, golf
has been played at this picturesque and challenging links course
since the 1880s. Website
22. Portstewart golf club | 54 holes | links
Co-host of the 2017 Irish Open, any of the three links courses will
provide a stern test of golf while taking in the outstanding beauty of
its dramatic dunes. Website
23. redcastle golf club | 09 holes | parkland
Enjoy some of the most breathtaking views in the world on a 9-hole
course which contours around Lough Foyle. Its serene setting and
welcoming atmosphere make it a hidden gem. Website
24. roe park resort | 18 holes | parkland
Set within a luxury resort, the course’s well-maintained fairways
and greens are complemented by stunning views of the
surrounding countryside. Website
25. Rosapenna golf resort | 54 holes | links
Home to two championship courses in the historic Old Tom Morris
Links and the modern Sandy Hills Links, it’s the perfect destination
for golfers of all skill levels. Meanwhile the newer St. Patricks is
ranked 49 in the World by GOLF magazine. Website
26. Royal Portrush golf club | 36 holes | links
Walk in the footsteps of golfi ng legends at the world renowned links
course, host of The Open Championship in 1951 and 2019 and set
to host again in 2025. The stunning coastal scenery and challenging
courses make it a must-visit. Website
27. Strabane golf club | 18 holes | parkland
Set in the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains, this rolling parkland
course is intersected by the River Mourne with the water hazard
known to be a potential ‘card wrecker’. Website