Marine Hotel X Another Place, The Machrie

Links across the water

A new collaboration between the Marine Hotel Ballycastle in Northern Ireland and Another Place, The Machrie Hotel on Islay, Scotland offers golf enthusiasts a unique opportunity to play on two world-class coastal courses. The Marine Hotel features a traditional links course with scenic views of the Causeway Coast, while The Machrie Hotel offers a challenging course designed by Willie Park Jr., surrounded by the beauty of Islay. The collaboration includes ferry transfers with Kintyre Express for a scenic journey between the two locations. Special packages, stay-and-play options, and exclusive events are available, making this partnership an exceptional golfing experience in two of the UK’s most stunning locations.

Marine Hotel Ballycastle

A contemporary coastal retreat with 51 stylish rooms offering comfort, luxury, and breathtaking sea views, paired with exceptional service.

Nestled along the Causeway Coast, the hotel provides easy access to stunning landscapes and local culture, including boat tours, visits to ancient castles, and trips to Rathlin Island. Enjoy the pristine beaches for water sports or explore nearby cycling and walking trails.

Indulge in fresh seafood and local delicacies at the hotel’s restaurant, and discover artisan goods that showcase the region’s creative spirit. The Marine Hotel Ballycastle is the ideal base for adventure, relaxation, and experiencing the natural beauty of Northern Ireland.

Another Place, The Machrie

Facing the Atlantic, with unbroken views of dunes, sea and sky, lies The Machrie on the Isle of Islay. A contemporary hotel with 43 beautifully designed rooms, suites and family lodges, a world-class golf links, restaurant, outside sauna and hot tub garden, screening room and modern art collection.

Freshly landed seafood served on the terrace. Far-stretching empty sands. Cool clear waters inviting you in. On Islay, “Queen of the Hebrides” – and one of the easiest to reach islands off the west coast of Scotland – adventure, awe and a landscape teeming with wildlife await among the rugged Rhinns and sheltered bays.

Ferry transfers with Kintyre Express

Travel in comfort and enjoy the stunning scenery as you journey between Port Ellen on Islay and Ballycastle Harbour. Your ferry transfers with Kintyre Express are included in your stay, with the teams at Marine Hotel & Another Place, The Machrie, ensuring a seamless booking and crossing experience for you and your group.

A Premier Golf Collaboration Between Marine Hotel Ballycastle and Another Place, The Machrie Hotel

Golf lovers are in for something truly special with the exciting new collaboration between two of the UK’s most cherished golf destinations: Marine Hotel Ballycastle in Northern Ireland and The Machrie Hotel on Islay, Scotland. This unique partnership brings together the best of both worlds, offering an incredible chance to play on two world-class golf courses, each surrounded by breathtaking coastal beauty.

The Marine Hotel Ballycastle, located along Northern Ireland’s rugged coastline, boasts stunning views of the Causeway Coast and the historic Ballycastle Golf Club. Its links course, rich in tradition and natural beauty, delivers a remarkable golfing experience, all set against the backdrop of sweeping seascapes and dramatic cliffs.

Just across the water, The Machrie Hotel in Islay offers its own distinctive charm. Known for its beautiful links course designed by the legendary Willie Park Jr., The Machrie sits proudly on the shores of the Atlantic, offering golfers a course that’s as challenging as it is rewarding. With spectacular views of the surrounding landscape, this course invites golfers to immerse themselves in the peaceful beauty of one of Scotland’s most scenic islands.

Together, these two historic hotels offer a truly exceptional golfing experience that combines the best of Irish and Scottish golf culture. Whether you’re drawn to the coastal heritage of Ballycastle or the rugged beauty of Islay’s course, this collaboration presents an exclusive opportunity to play on two of the finest links courses in the UK.

To make the experience even more enjoyable, the collaboration includes ferry transfers with Kintyre Express, offering golfers a comfortable and scenic journey between the two destinations. Traveling between Northern Ireland and Islay has never been easier, with the ferry allowing you to soak in the natural beauty of the sea while focusing on your golf game. With Kintyre Express handling the logistics, all that’s left for you to do is enjoy your time on the links.

What’s Included?

  • Your choice of stay length at both Marine Hotel Ballycastle & Another Place, The Machrie
  • Ferry transfers from Ballycastle to Port Ellen, Islay with Kintyre Express. One-way or return options available. Golf clubs, bikes and luggage carried free of charge.
  • Full Irish Breakfast each morning at Marconi’s Bar & Bistro overlooking the Sea
  • From £535 per person Bed & Breakfast + Ferry Transfers

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History of Ballycastle Golf Course

In 1890, twenty-six golfing enthusiasts led by Naval Commander Alfred Malcolm Causton established Ballycastle Golf Club. It was nicknamed the Warren Links due to the large number of rabbit holes that kept appearing in the turf. 

Just one year later, Ballycastle collaborated with eight other clubs to become an influential founding member of the Golf Union of Ireland. Ballycastle was a particularly forward-thinking club and encouraged ladies to play there from 1897. 

In 1906, the nine-hole course was completely restructured after the purchase of further land enabled the fairways to be lengthened. The course was finally extended to eighteen holes in 1926 and has since remained mostly unchanged. Today the links are regarded as some of the finest in Ireland.