Top 10 Golf and Spa Resorts in the UK

Fancy a break at one of the UK’s most luxurious golf and spa resorts? Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend getaway or a family staycation, at Golf Travel Centre, we have a range of golf and spa packages just for you. Check out some of our favourite golf and spa resorts in the UK and Ireland and find the perfect break at unbeatable prices.

Bovey Castle, Devon

Bovey Castle is a prestigious five star golf and spa resort, built in a historic castle in the beautiful Dartmoor National Park in Devon. There is luxury in every detail at Bovey Castle, from the deluxe guest rooms overlooking Bovey River to the hotel’s ELAN spa. During their stay, guests can enjoy the calming indoor pool and fully-equipped gym, and take their pick from a luxurious treatment menu at the spa. 

Located on-site is the Bovey Castle Golf Course, a magnificent 18-hole championship course, designed in 1926 by J F Abercromby, one of the greatest course designers of the 20th century. Although Bovey Castle exudes elegance, it is a family-friendly resort with a fun kids club to keep the children entertained while you kick back and relax at the spa or on the greens.

Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Hertfordshire

Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club is a Jacobean-style golf resort located in Ware in Hertfordshire, just a few miles from London. The Hanbury Manor combines modern interior design with more traditional elements, such as floor to ceiling bookcases and cosy fireplaces. The Hanbury is one of the best golf and spa resorts in the UK, offering day spa facilities to guests with everything from relaxing facials, massages and manicures, to steam rooms and fitness centre access. 

Hanbury Manor attracts visitors from all over the world in search of fantastic golf. The resort is home to the Hanbury Manor Golf Club where golfers can play on an immaculate 18-hole PGA championship-standard course, designed by the renowned architect Jack Nicklaus II. Players can enjoy a serene game, overlooking breathtaking views of the Herefordshire countryside along the course.

Lough Erne Golf Resort, Northern Ireland

Lough Erne Golf Resort is considered one of the best golf resorts in Ireland with one of the most beautiful spas, too. The Thai-inspired spa features a thermal suite and infinity pool, complimentary to use for all hotel guests. For a little extra indulgence, guests can also choose from a range of  luxury ESPA spa treatments. 

Lough Erne Golf Resort is also the perfect place for a golfing weekend with two fabulous on-site golf courses: The Faldo and Castle Hume Courses. The Faldo is classed in the top 100 courses in the UK and Ireland, and players can enjoy stunning views of Castle Hume and Lough Erne lakes. The Castle Hume Course is no less impressive, having hosted the Ulster PGA Championship 10 times since opening in 1992. The courses have exceptional golf training facilities, including the golf academy run by PGA Head Professional, Lynn McCool.

Rockliffe Hall Hotel Golf & Spa 5*, Darlington

The Rockcliffe Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is a five star resort in Darlington, south of County Durham. The resort includes a stunning 18th century, red brick mansion with an award-winning spa and gym, offering a selection of spa treatments, and a tranquil outdoor pool and spa garden. The hotel’s spa garden is designed to blend the indoor and outdoor for a calming ambience with a serene hydrotherapy pool and magnificent views over the vibrant Rockliffe Hall Golf Course. 

The spectacular 18-hole championship course was designed by Hawtree, the world-renowned course architect.While it is classed as one of the most challenging courses in the whole of Europe, it is suitable for players of all abilities to test their golfing prowess. 

The K Club, Kildare

The K Club is located not far from Dublin in the county of Kildare, alongside the River Liffey across mature parkland grounds. The K Club is the epitome of a luxury country escape. Guests can relax in the countryside and enjoy lavish accommodation, right down to the finer details, such as four-poster beds and hand-painted bathrooms. The hotel also features a deluxe spa which includes an indoor swimming pool, gym, private spa baths, hot tubs, salon and multiple treatment rooms. The resort has a variety of on-site dining options, including the exotic K Thai Restaurant, Legends Restaurant bistro and the River Room Restaurant, a traditional fine-dining experience. 

During their stay, guests can test their golf skills at The Arnold Palmer and The Smurfit Course. The Arnold Palmer has been ranked numerous times as one of the top 3 parkland golf courses in Ireland and The Smurfit is known for its striking sand dunes and challenging fairways. Think you’ve got what it takes? Book a golf trip to Ireland!

Trump Turnberry, South Ayrshire

Situated in Scotland on the Ayrshire coastline, the Trump Turnberry is a luxury Edwardian hotel that is considered one of the best in Europe. The Trump Turnberry is the ideal location for a relaxing golf staycation, combining fine food, fantastic golf and tranquil spa facilities. In 2016, the entire resort underwent a colossal £200 million investment that transformed the resort’s guest rooms, spa and golf facilities. Now, guests can enjoy a luxurious spa, complete with magical infinity pool, ESPA and ishga spa treatments, hydrotherapy, sauna, steam rooms and much more. 

Best of all, there are two brilliant golf courses at the Trump Turnberry: The Alisa Course and The King Robert the Bruce. Players of all abilities can enjoy a round at either course and admire enchanting ocean views of Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran.

Aldwark Manor Golf & Spa Hotel, Yorkshire

The Aldwark Manor, Golf & Spa Hotel is a fabulous golf and spa resort located in the peaceful North Yorkshire countryside. The manor has 53 guest rooms spread across the traditional manor house building and the recently built, contemporary wing. Each room has been individually designed with stunning interior finishings and furnishings,  offering guests a stay like nowhere else. The hotel spa plans to re-open in 2022 with extensive refurbishments, including contemporary spa facilities, such as an indoor/outdoor infinity pool, state-of-the-art treatment rooms, themed relaxation rooms, thermal suites, bio sauna, tepidarium and salt steam room. 

The glistening River Ure meanders around the Aldwark Manor Golf Course, creating a tricky natural hazard that enhances the difficulty of the already challenging course. Despite its difficulty, the Aldwark Manor Golf Course is open for play for golfers of all abilities.

Bicester Hotel Golf & Spa, Oxfordshire

The Bicester Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort is located in the Oxfordshire countryside, surrounded by 11 beautiful lakes, but just five miles from popular designer shopping outlet, Bicester Village. The golf and spa resort features a luxury health club with gym, tennis courts, indoor swimming pool, hydro spa, sauna and solarium. Guestrooms offer private patio areas overlooking the designer courtyard garden or fabulous Chesterton Golf Course. 

The Chesterton is renowned for its excellent practice facilities, including a 10 bay driving range, putting green, chipping area and practice bunker. All that golf is sure to build up an appetite. Why not book a table at the lavish Grays Restaurant or grab a bite to eat at the Portrait bar? There’s something for everyone at Bicester Hotel.

Carden Park Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, Cheshire

Looking for a modern country escape? The Carden Park Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is the perfect location for a relaxing golf weekend, located across 1,00 acres of Cheshire countryside, just a short car ride from Chester City Centre. The contemporary guest rooms boast captivating views of the Nicklaus Golf Course and countryside landscapes. 

The Cheshire Course was built with the natural contours of the land, offering a tricky game with natural hazards in the amazing country setting with views of the Welsh Hills. When you’re not on the course, you can take a dip in the pool, kick back at the hotel’s award-winning spa and enjoy a variety of relaxing treatments, including a Finnish sauna, ice fountain and tepidarium. 

Dunston Hall, Norfolk

Dunston Hall is a restored Elizabethan-style mansion located in the idyllic Norwich countryside that is now a stunning four star luxury hotel. Set on 150 acres of parkland, Dunston Hall is home to a US PGA-rated golf course, a fantastic spa and breathtaking gardens – perfect for magical weddings, romantic staycations and, of course, golf weekends. 

The Lilac Room Spa is known for its transcending massages, facials and manicures, as well as specialist treatments, such as the Nora Bode OXYjet Oxygen Facial and the Shrinking Violet Inch Loss Wrap. The Dunston Course is located on hotel grounds and complements the natural features of the land with strategically placed lakes and bunkers making for a difficult course for players of all levels.

If you’re looking for a relaxing staycation at one of the best golf resorts in the UK, check out our fantastic selection of golf and spa breaks.