Easy Access to Top Golf Courses
From The Castle Hotel, a wide range of outstanding courses are just a short drive away.
Golfers can quickly reach renowned parkland courses as well as some of Ireland’s most celebrated links courses along the coast. Within 20–40 minutes, you can tee off at iconic venues such as Portmarnock Golf Club, Royal Dublin Golf Club, and The Island Golf Club—each offering a classic links experience with stunning coastal views and challenging layouts. For those who prefer parkland golf, excellent inland courses are also easily accessible, providing variety throughout your stay.
Dublin is one of the few cities in the world where you can base yourself in a lively capital and still have quick access to championship golf in every direction. Staying at The Castle Hotel allows you to explore multiple courses without the need to relocate, making it perfect for multi-day golf itineraries.
An established Dublin course conveniently located north-east of the city centre, making it one of the more accessible options for guests staying at Castle Hotel.
One of Dublin's great traditional links courses, situated on Bull Island. An 18-hole par-72 links stretching over 7,200 yards, it offers the classic combination of coastal terrain, bunkering and exposure to changing sea winds.
Another traditional links course on Bull Island, allowing guests to experience genuine Dublin links golf without travelling far from the city centre. It sits alongside Royal Dublin, making the two particularly attractive for a two-round Dublin golf break.
Located on the Howth peninsula, Deer Park combines golf with elevated coastal scenery and makes a particularly attractive option for guests wanting to combine a round with exploring Howth.
One of Ireland’s most prestigious links courses, Portmarnock sits on a narrow stretch of duneland surrounded by coastline. Its 27 holes offer a classic links test, shaped by exposed coastal terrain and changing winds. The club has an exceptional championship history, having hosted the Irish Open 19 times as well as the Walker Cup and The Amateur Championship. For keen golfers visiting Dublin, this is one to have on the list.
Founded in 1890, The Island is a spectacular championship links at Donabate, surrounded by the Irish Sea, beach and Broadmeadow Estuary. The 18-hole, par-71 course winds through dramatic natural dunes, with rugged terrain and challenging greens creating a memorable traditional Irish links experience. It currently hosts Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship and welcomes visiting golfers.
Set across ten beautifully restored Georgian townhouses dating back to the mid-1700s, The Castle Hotel began welcoming guests in 1809 and holds the honour of being Dublin’s oldest continually operating hotel.
Experience the Celtic Circle
Travel from Ireland’s Atlantic coast through historic cities, coastal Wales, England’s Lake District, and into the Scottish Highlands. The Celtic Circle is a carefully paced journey rich in scenery, culture, and memorable hotels, combining iconic highlights with time to slow down and enjoy each place.