Editorial Review
Royal County Down
The Atmosphere
“Consistently ranked the world's #1 golf course. The Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea.”
Royal County Down is consistently ranked the #1 golf course in the world, and standing on the first tee, you understand why. The Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the Irish Sea, creating a backdrop of staggering beauty. The front nine through towering dunes is the most dramatic stretch of links golf on earth. Each hole a masterclass in natural course design where the land dictates every shot. This is pilgrimage golf.
Rooms Worth Requesting
What it actually feels like.
Play early morning for the best light on the Mournes. Stay at the Slieve Donard Resort next door.
Why we recommend it
A space that justifies the journey.
This is pilgrimage golf. The front nine through the dunes is the finest stretch of links holes on earth.
Experience Royal
If you understand the feeling of this place, you will naturally want to stay.
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