1 Night, 2 Rounds
Perched on the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal, the Redcastle Hotel & Spa looks straight out over Lough Foyle and sits neatly at the gateway to Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. It's a smart base if you want Donegal scenery and sea air without being miles from your next tee time. The hotel's own 9-hole parkland course is ideal for a loosener after travelling, a quick nine before breakfast or a handy warm-up ahead of the big tests nearby. When you're ready for the headline acts, Ballyliffin and Royal Portrush are both within straightforward driving distance, giving you that north-west links hit without changing hotels every night.
If you're the one organising the trip, this is where Redcastle works well. You can keep everyone comfortable in one spot, then build the golf around your group, whether that's a long weekend with two standout rounds or a multi-course tour. After the golf, the leisure centre and Cara Organic Beauty spa make it easy to reset for the next day, while the 2 AA Rosette Edge Restaurant is a strong shout for a relaxed, good-food finish with lough views. Stay in one spot, play the headline links and use the on-site nine to plug the gaps around travel days without juggling spreadsheets or chasing deposits.
Who is this for?
Golfers seeking a comfortable, well-equipped base for exploring Donegal and the north coast, with on-site leisure facilities and quality dining.
Who is it best for?
Groups and couples planning multi-course trips to Ballyliffin, Portrush and the Wild Atlantic Way who want a relaxed hotel with spa facilities and a scenic setting between rounds.
1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night, 2 Rounds
1 Night, 2 Rounds
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The Redcastle has 94 refurbished rooms and suites, finished in soft tones that nod to the lough and surrounding hillside. Expect comfortable beds, modern bathrooms and the kind of quiet you'll appreciate after a full day on the links. For groups, there's a good mix of twins and doubles and it's a straightforward set-up for societies who want everyone under the one roof. The leisure centre is a genuine plus for golf breaks. A swim and a spell in the sauna or steam room is perfect after 18 at Ballyliffin or a blustery day on the north coast. If you want to go a step further, the Cara Organic Beauty spa offers treatments that suit golfers, including sports-focused massages alongside full relaxation options.
Food is centred around the Edge Restaurant, a 2 AA Rosette holder that leans on local produce, with Donegal seafood and Irish beef often featuring on seasonal menus. It's a great option for a sit-down dinner, especially with those lough-facing views. There are also more casual bar options for lighter bites and a post-round pint, which works well for mixed groups who don't always want a formal meal. Location-wise, you're well placed for touring, with Derry and Letterkenny both handy for an off-course change of pace. For golf, the on-site nine gives you flexibility around arrival and departure days, while we can help line up tee times at the big-name links to build a smooth itinerary without the admin.
