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Why Book a Golf Break in Dublin?

The capital of the Republic of Ireland is well known for its rich history, vibrant lifestyle and picturesque countryside. The exciting nightlife centres around the Temple Bar neighbourhood, this is a must for any visit to the area, a great place to soak up the atmosphere and a enjoy a drink of the black stuff at the Guinness Storehouse.

Not only is Dublin enormously fun, it is also encircled by world renowned golf courses and golf resorts, making Dublin the perfect place to enjoy a golfing trip.

Our guide to playing the best golf courses around Dublin.

Golf in Dublin

The heart of the Emerald Isle has golf courses to suit all standards of golfer, from wild, untamed links to high-end parkland designs.

Links golf is at the forefront here, namely Portmarnock Golf Club which was home to the first Irish Open in 1927 and has hosted many more since.

Other quality links courses in the area include; The Island, Portmarnock Links and Royal Dublin Golf Club which is located on the picturesque Dublin Bay island and has played host to many Irish Championships.

Royal Dublin Golf Club - Dublin, Ireland

Portmarnock Golf Club - Dublin, Ireland

The Island Golf Club - Dublin, Ireland

Portmarnock Links, Hole 18 - Co. Dublin, Ireland

Popular Golf Resorts in Dublin

Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links

Portmarnock, Co. Dublin

Designed by 2-time Masters Champion Bernhard Langer
Hosted Ladies Irish Open
Breathtaking seaside location
Award-winning Spa, & two award-winning restaurants

Castleknock Golf Resort

Castleknock , Co. Dublin

4 star hotel
15 minutes from Dublin Aiport, 25 from the city centre
AA Irish Hotel of the Year 2014
Onsite golf course and leisure centre

Roganstown Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Swords, Co. Dublin

4 star hotel
Located in the 300-acre Roganstown estate
Restored to maintain the character of the Georgian style house
3 miles from Dublin airport

Best Golf Courses in Dublin

Royal Dublin Golf Club

Dollymount, Co. Dublin

Located on Bull Island, affording sensational views over the Irish Sea
Second oldest golf club in Ireland, founded in 1885
Hosted over 50 professional and amateur championships
Originally designed by Harry S. Colt

Seapoint Golf Links

Co. Louth

Championship course that extends over 7100 yards
Designed by Des Smyth in the 1990's
One of the most underrated courses in Ireland

Portmarnock Golf Club

Portmarnock, Co. Dublin

Championship course ranked 3rd best in Ireland and in the worlds top 50
Host to the Irish Open (19 times), The Walker Cup, and the British Amateur Championships
Views across the Irish Sea from the majority of holes
10 miles North of Dublin and 15-minutes from Dublin airport

Corballis Links

Donabate, Co. Dublin

First opened in 1971
Ireland's only public links course
At just 4,649 yard from the back tees, strategy is key around the links

The Island Golf Club

Donabate, Co. Dublin

Ranked 8th in Ireland
One of the most spectacular courses in Ireland, with views across the estuary, bordering the sea on 3 sides
Established in 1890, nestled between sand dunes
30 minutes from Dublin city centre

Portmarnock Links

Portmarnock, Co. Dublin

16th ranked course in Ireland
Host to many amateur events including the 2008 & 2009 Ladies Irish Open
Designed by Bernhard Langer along with architect Stan Eby
Classic links in style, with blind tee shots and rugged sand dunes throughout