Clubs & Travel
Ireland packs more than 350 full 18-hole courses into four compact provinces — championship links along the Wild Atlantic Way and Causeway Coast, and manicured parkland resorts inland. Green fees run from under €50 at hidden gems to €130+ at resort layouts, with stay-and-play breaks from roughly €580 per person. This guide breaks it all down region by region.
Golf Breaks & Stay-and-Play Packages
A weekend break pairs one or two rounds with a night or two at a resort — ideal for a quick fix of championship golf. Week-long trips string together a run of coastal links along a single region. At the luxury end, five-star resorts bundle spa, dining and marquee courses; budget itineraries lean on midweek rates and inland hidden gems where a round can cost under €50.
Mount Juliet
Druids Glen
K Club — Palmer South
Best Golf Courses in Ireland
Ireland's courses split cleanly into two traditions — championship links along the coast, and manicured parkland resorts inland. Both produce world-ranked golf.
Golf Course Map of Ireland
Ireland's best courses cluster along two coasts and one inland corridor — here's exactly where to find them.
Golf breaks by region
Stay-and-play packages combining green fees, accommodation and coastal scenery.
The Wild Atlantic Way
Kerry and Clare's legendary links — Ballybunion, Lahinch, Tralee and Doonbeg — strung along Europe's most dramatic coastline, plus the cliff-top drama of Old Head in Co. Cork and Adare Manor's parkland in Co. Limerick.
The Causeway Coast
Royal Portrush and Royal County Down anchor a northern run of world-top-100 links beneath the Antrim and Mourne backdrops.
The Dublin Coastline
Portmarnock, County Louth and The Island offer championship links minutes from the capital, plus The K Club's Ryder Cup parkland, Mount Juliet in Kilkenny and Carton House's twin championship courses in Co. Kildare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many golf courses are in Ireland?
Ireland has 350+ full 18-hole courses, and 400+ in total once 9-hole courses are counted, spread across the country's four provinces.
How many golf clubs are in Ireland?
There are approximately 400 Golf Ireland-affiliated clubs, supporting over 200,000 registered golfers.
What's the difference between links and parkland golf in Ireland?
Links courses are coastal, laid out over sandy dunes and exposed to the wind, while parkland courses are inland, tree-lined and resort-style. Ireland is world-renowned for both traditions.
What is a "stay and play" golf package?
A stay-and-play package bundles hotel accommodation with green fees into a single deal, typically priced per person sharing — see the Golf Breaks & Stay-and-Play Packages section above for examples.
Are there budget-friendly golf courses in Ireland?
Yes. Inland and 9-hole courses are typically far more affordable than the marquee links and resort courses featured above, making golf accessible across a wide range of budgets.
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