Old Course Hotel
St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom
Old Station Road, St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom, KY16 9SP
Original Property Opened in 1852
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2017
Bordering the renowned 17th Road Hole of the Old Course, the Old Course Hotel is celebrated throughout the world for its contributions to the international history of golf. For centuries, people have traveled to this majestic destination to play on its prestigious fairways. The hotel overlooks the famous links course, as well as the beautiful West Sands Beach. It is located just a short stroll away to the historic university town of St. Andrews, which is a great vacation spot for golfers and non-golfers alike. St. Andrews is home to 11 golf courses, of which seven are of a professional quality. The names of these courses, such as Old Course and The Royal & Ancient, are synonymous with the town itself. St. Andrews regularly hosts many international golf tournaments, such as The open and the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.
Discover
- Discover the Jigger Inn at the Old Course Hotel. This wonderful historic structure dates back to the 1850s when it was the former stationmaster’s lodge for the railway that once passed through the area. Today, the Jigger Inn is a monument that commemorates the rich heritage of golf in St. Andrews.
- Play a round on the Old Course at St. Andrews. Regarded as the “Home of Golf,” this historic golf course has hosted the people of St. Andrews for more than six centuries. As such, no trip to St. Andrews is ever complete without a visit to this remarkable destination.
- Admire the stunning views of St. Andrew’s Bay just beyond the front door of the Old Course Hotel. This sparkling body of water is one of Fife’s most defining geographic features.
Explore
- Explore St. Andrews Castle just moments away. One of the town’s most iconic landmarks, this stunning historic structure was once the residence for the area’s most powerful bishops. Its ruins are now protected as a national historic site by Historic Environment Scotland.
- See St. Andrews Cathedral right down the road. Originally constructed in the 1100s, the St. Andrews Cathedral functioned as the historic seat for the Archdiocese for St. Andrews for centuries. Its surviving ruins indicate that the building was the largest church in all of Scotland when it first opened.
- Take a day to travel to Edinburgh Castle in nearby Edinburgh. Constructed in the 12th century, the castle has been both a military barracks and a royal residence for the Scottish kings of old. Today, the castle is one of Scotland’s most iconic symbols.
Experience
- Experience the amazing exhibitions of the British Golf Museum. This outstanding cultural institution is among the world’s foremost golfing heritage centers. Inside, guests can expect to encounter many impressive exhibitions that cover the history of golf from the Middle Ages to the present.
- Enjoy the sights of St. Andrews Botanic Garden. The facility is home to over 8,000 species of both exotic and native plant life. It is even listed as a national heritage site within the Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes in Scotland.
- Tour the magnificent Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. This wonderful historic site is the official residence of the British Royal Family whenever it visits Scotland. Guests can attend public tours of the building, gaining a rare look into the daily life of Great Britain’s royalty.
Taste
- Savor some spectacular Scottish whiskys when out exploring St. Andrews. This delightful beverage is a hard spirit malted from either barley, wheat, or rye. No trip to Scotland is ever complete without trying one of its world-famous whiskys.
- Enjoy a local dessert known as a Dundee Cake in nearby Dundee. This delicious treat is a fruit cake that is baked with a distinctive blend of currants, sultanas, and almonds. Try this wonderful pastry at such places like Simpsons Dundee.
- Feast upon some wonderful seafood nearby. Many local dining establishments make brilliant use of the fresh ingredients from the neighboring North Sea. The Seafood Ristorante and the Tailend Restaurant are some of the finest places in St. Andrews to eat such delicious cuisine.
FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS
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Stretching out in ample suite accommodations comes easy with rates up to 30% off. Minimum two night stay required.
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