Adare Manor
56 km · ≈ 40 minTom Fazio's spectacular re-design of the parkland course on the historic Adare estate — the host venue for the 2027 Ryder Cup. Tee times are reserved for resort guests; book well in advance.
Golf in the South-West
The finest links in Ireland — within an easy drive.
From Dromineer on Lough Derg, the M7 puts more world-class golf within day-trip distance than almost anywhere else in Ireland — from Adare Manor to the Wild Atlantic links of Clare and Kerry.
Lahinch Golf Club
≈ 1 hr 30 minA genuine Irish links classic on the Wild Atlantic Way, designed by Old Tom Morris and revisited by Alister MacKenzie. Wind, dunes, the famous Klondyke and Dell holes — links golf at its purest.
Doonbeg (Trump International Golf Links)
≈ 1 hr 45 minA dramatic Greg Norman links carved through towering dunes along the Atlantic. A spectacular and challenging round paired with one of Ireland's most striking coastlines.
Ballybunion Golf Club — Old Course
≈ 1 hr 45 minFrequently ranked among the greatest links in the world. The Old Course at Ballybunion is a must-play, with crumpled fairways and clifftop holes overlooking the Atlantic.
Dromoland Castle
≈ 1 hrA handsome parkland course in the grounds of the iconic 16th-century castle. A pleasant, less-windswept counterpoint to the links — ideal as a warm-up day or recovery round.
Limerick Golf Club (Ballyclough)
≈ 50 minA mature, championship-quality parkland course just outside the city — well-conditioned year-round and excellent value for a casual round between the headline venues.
Nenagh Golf Club
≈ 15 minYour local course — a beautifully maintained parkland just minutes from the Lodge. Perfect for an arrival-day warm-up or an extra round between the headline venues.
Planning notes
For golf groups
A few practical pointers from hosting golf travellers at the Lodge year after year.
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Book Adare Manor and Ballybunion tee times months in advance — both fill quickly, especially for Ryder Cup year.
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Build your itinerary around weather windows: the links courses on the Atlantic are at their most magical with a breath of wind, but check forecasts and have a parkland fallback.
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Most courses welcome groups of 4–8. We can recommend trusted local caddies and chauffeur services on request.
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Allow 1.5–2× the listed drive time for early-morning tee times in summer with traffic.
Travelling for the 2027 tournament?
Plan your week at the home of the 2027 Ryder Cup.
See our dedicated guide for visitors travelling to the September 13–19 2027 tournament at Adare Manor — flexible 7–14 night stays for golf groups, families and corporate parties.