Play the best golf course in the world,
Royal County Down Golf Club in Northern Ireland.

Ever dreamed of playing the best golf course Championship Links course in the world? Golf Digest have rated Royal County Down Golf course and the best in the world.

With tee times available when you book your stay at Galgorm Resort, you can enjoy playing the best Championship Link course whilst enjoying the best in resort accommodation Northern Ireland has to offer at Galgorm, from group to individuals.

On a clear spring day, with Dundrum Bay to the east, the Mountains of Mourne to the south and gorse-covered dunes in golden bloom, there is no lovelier place in golf.

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Its easier to stay and play than you think with direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport

With daily flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, guaranteed tee times at Royal County Down golf course and resort accommodation at Galgorm, your dream of playing Royal County Down Golf Club is easier than you think. With American Airlines and local carrier Irish carrier Aer Lingus flying directly to Dublin and Belfast International Airport, getting to Norther Ireland has never been easier from Charlotte.

Stay at Glagorm Resort and Spa
in Northern Ireland

Galgorm is Northern Ireland’s Premier luxury Hotel and Spa making it the perfect location play Royal County Down Golf Course. Set within 450 acres of lush parkland with the spectacular River Maine flowing through the estate, Galgorm Resort has a truly unique setting.

Galgorm Resort is home to 125 luxurious guestrooms including 48 deluxe rooms, Junior and Signature Suites, and a range of Log Cabins, Cottage Suites, Shepherd's huts, Forest Dens and exclusive Residences perfect for groups and families.

If you’ve got time, play Royal Portrush Golf Course too

The only course in Northern Ireland to host The Open, Galgorm Resort can also organise tee times at Royal Portrush, ensuring you play two of the top ten golf courses in the world on your visit to Northern Ireland.

Stay a little longer and play Ireland's other world class golf course Royal Portrush Golf Club in County Antrim - Home of The Open in 2025.

Extend your stay a little longer and take in tee times Northern Irelands other world class golf course at Royal Portrush Golf Club in County Antrim - Home of The Open in 2025. After a 68-year wait, The Open returned to Northern Ireland in 2019 in unforgettable fashion, with local hero Shane Lowry lifting the Claret Jug at Royal Portrush. Now, the world’s greatest golf championship is coming back to the breathtaking County Antrim coast for The 153rd Open in 2025.

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Discover over 150 Gins and 100 Whiskey’s at Galgron Resort

Home to a Gin Library with over 150 Gins and a Whiskey collection of over 100, the Galgorm Resort offers golfers an exceptional opportunity to relax and unwind after your round of golf.

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The Times & Sunday Times Northern Ireland Spa of the Year

Experience the ultimate in relaxation and luxury wellness at Galgorm.

Allow our award-winning spa facilities, professional service and prestigious product selection guide you on a journey of re-discovery.

Four Restaurants with entertainment each night

We have creatively developed a selection of dining and entertainment spaces to ensure that we can cater for individual tastes, your mood and the atmosphere you wish to enjoy. From a traditional Irish setting that is Gillies Restaurant, the distinct warmth and ambience of Castle Kitchen + Bar, the Barn which promises style in abundance to our contemporary Italian restaurant Fratelli, you’ll be spoilt for choice on how to spend you evenings when you stay at Galgorm Resort. Live performances and entertainment are scheduled each evening for you to enjoy.

Check our rates and availability

Simply use the availability form above, and we’ll be in contact with you with our rates and availability for your trip to Northern Ireland, staying at the Galgorm Resort and playing at Royal County Down Golf Course