Scotland's Golf Coast awaits
Referred to as Scotland's Golf Coast, with the greatest concentration of championship links in the world, East Lothian features 21 courses along 30 miles of stunning coastline. What's more, Edinburgh is only 30 minutes away!
East Lothian is known for its natural beauty, with numerous golden sandy beaches along the coastline and many picturesque villages and towns throughout its rural landscape. Not to mention a friendly micro-climate all of its own, making this one of Scotland’s most sunny and dry regions.
From Musselburgh to Muirfield to Dunbar and everything in between, such spectacular golf so conveniently located to a capital city is unique.
Why book a golf vacation to Edinburgh & East Lothian?
- 21 golf courses in a 30 mile stretch
- Largest concentration of Championship links in the world
- Driest and sunniest part of Scotland
- 30 minutes drive east of Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city
- Explore Edinburgh's Castle, Zoo and Dungeon
- Extensive accommodation options inside and out of the city
What makes golf in Edinburgh & East Lothian so special?
If you love links golf, there’s nowhere better than this wonderfully scenic and welcoming area, with golf being part of the social fabric. Known famously as Scotland’s Golf Coast – East Lothian offers 21 courses along 30 miles of jaw-dropping coastline, claiming the greatest concentration of championship links in the world.
Muirfield, a permanent fixture on The Open rota, is one of the most famous and oldest golf clubs in the world. Gullane 1 and North Berwick West would be the other two big names to include in your itinerary. The hidden gems of Dunbar, Luffness New, Kilspindie and more modern Craigielaw, all offer something different and complete this links extravaganza.
Play the best golf courses in Edinburgh & East Lothian
Golf destinations in Edinburgh & East Lothian
Scotland's most easily accessible golfing region
Edinburgh airport provides ideal international access for golf travelers to this spectacular region. Very rarely is such a high concentration of championship links courses so close to a major city, making daily commutes very possible if the allure of Scotland's capital is too great.
A short drive east of Edinburgh, and in the heart of this stunning coastline, are the two golfing towns of Gullane and North Berwick. Both are quaint and historic seaside towns with great local pubs, restaurants and accommodation options. Aberlady is a smaller village nearby with the Ducks Inn being popular with golfers.
Find the perfect base in Edinburgh & East Lothian
As you would expect with any capital city, the accommodation selection in Edinburgh is extensive, from boutique B&Bs to luxurious five-star hotels. Hotel Du Vin is perfectly located and a real favorite with Golfbreaks by PGA TOUR clients. Once a poorhouse, then an asylum, then a science lab, and now a stunning luxury hotel, the building has taken many guises since its inception in 1743. Alternatively, the Jurys Inn and Malmaison are also great options.
Along the stunning coastline and closer to all the links courses, we have a range of excellent choices, with Greywalls Hotel on the edge of Muirfield Golf Club and Marine Hotel & Spa in North Berwick being our higher-end properties. Nether Abbey, the Ducks Inn, and No.12 Hotel & Bistro all provide great three-star options oozing character and local charm.
