Nearby courses and links
Killarney Golf and Fishing Club
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club is one of Ireland’s most prestigious and historic golf clubs. Nestled within Killarney National Park and surrounded by Lough Leane, it boasts breathtaking views of the MacGillycuddy Reeks and offers members and visitors a variety of courses, including two 18-hole championship layouts and a 9-hole course.
Each course is meticulously maintained, thoughtfully planned, and expertly designed. The club has proudly hosted numerous high-profile events, including the Irish Open (1991, 1992, 2010, and 2011), the European Amateur Team Championship (1975 and 2025), the Curtis Cup, the Ladies Irish Open Championship, and many other prestigious tournaments.
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Killeen
Killeen is the premier course at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club and has proudly hosted the Irish Open four times. Set against a backdrop of breathtaking lakeside scenery, the course presents a rewarding challenge for golfers of all skill levels.
Beautifully integrated water features enhance nearly every hole, adding both visual appeal and strategic depth to the round. A true highlight is the 10th hole, where players feel as if they’re playing out onto the lake itself—an unforgettable blend of challenge and breathtaking scenery.
18-hole course
Length: 6,614 m / 7,233 yards
Par: 72
Mahony’s Point
Mahony’s Point offers spectacular views of the famous Killarney Lakes overlooked by the McGillicuddy Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland. The final three holes are breathtaking as you play towards the lake with the 18th hole described as ‘one of the most memorable holes in golf’.
Celebrated for its breathtaking views, welcoming ambiance, and wide-ranging appeal, Mahony’s Point offers an enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. The course combines gently rolling greens, well-positioned bunkers, and scenic water features, to create an entertaining and engaging experience with every round.
18-hole course
Length: 6,131m / 6,704 yards
Par: 72
THE ACADEMY COURSE
The Academy Course at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club was reintroduced as a 9-hole layout in the summer of 2016. Seven holes remain true to the original design, preserving its classic character. This par-36 course includes two par 3s, two par 5s, and five par 4s, offering a well-balanced challenge. With multiple tee options available, it caters to players of all skill levels and is a popular choice for those seeking a shorter, enjoyable round.
Complementing the course is an outstanding practice facility. The driving range features both indoor and outdoor floodlit bays, allowing golfers to practice comfortably in all conditions. The short game area is equally impressive, boasting a large putting green, chipping and pitching areas, and well-maintained practice bunkers—perfect for fine-tuning every aspect of your game.
9-hole course
Length 3,015 m/3,297 yards
Par 36
Beaufort Golf Club
This course presents magnificent views of the world famous MacGillycuddy Reeks from all points. The natural drainage of the site and the exceptionally mild climate of south west Ireland guarantees enjoyable golf throughout the year.
18 hole course
Length: 6587 yards
Par: 71
SSS: 72
Ross Golf Club
Ross Golf Club is a nine-hole 3300 yard course including water and woodland features, and great lush greens. The clubhouse has uninterrupted 180 degree mountain, woodland lake and castle panorama, one of the great vistas of Irish Golf.
9 hole course
Length: 6514m
Par: 72
Ballybunion Golf Club
Cashen
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Senior and first opened in 1982, the Cashen Course is Ballybunion’s magnificent new course, located among amazingly high sand dunes at the mouth of the river Cashen. The course flows with the land and uses the natural contours to full potential.
18 hole course
Length: 6318 yards
Par: 72
Old Course
Located on the Shannon Estuary, Ballybunion is a true seaside links course, virtually treeless with sharp contours throughout. This course has been consistently ranked among the top courses in the world. Yet the course is eminently fair. It will test your patience and it does not favour one particular style of play over another, but one that simply rewards good play and good shots.
18 hole course
Length: 6802 yards
Par: 71
Ring of Kerry Golf and Country Club
Overlooking Kenmare Bay and the Kerry mountains this course has a challenging layout with dramatic elevation changes. Plenty of very interesting holes and views make it one of Ireland’s most scenic courses. Strictly speaking it is a parkland course but it has a definite links feel, given its proximity to the bay and its sand based fairways and greens.
18 hole course
Length: 6820 yards
Par: 72
Dooks Golf Club
Dooks Golf Club is one of the five oldest links courses in Ireland. The charm, atmosphere and superb seaside setting make Dooks a once in a lifetime experience. The course is nearly 6,600 yards from the back tees, but don’t be over ambitious, the course from the white tees, which even though short by modern standards will test every club in the bag and that’s on a calm day.
18 hole course
Length: 6500 yards
Par: 71
Tralee Golf Club
Representing the first European design of Arnold Palmer, Tralee Golf Club is one of the most beautiful courses you will ever encounter. Having completed his masterpiece Palmer commented “I have never come across a piece so ideally suited for the building of a golf course. I am happy that we have one of the world’s greatest links here.”
18 hole course
Length: 6975 yards
Par: 72
Waterville Links
Golf at Waterville is a memorable experience – the beauty of classic links land, surrounded by the sea, and forever challenged and shaped by the elements. Over 100 years old, links golf combines sand dunes, gorse and native grasses, firm fairways, sod faced bunkers and subtle putting surfaces. Forget the lob wedge, think bump and run and creative shot making.
18 hole course
Length: 7378 yards
Par: 72
Kenmare Golf Club
Kenmare Golf Club is a stunning parkland golf course. Located in Kenmare on the Ring of Kerry it is one of the most beautiful places to golf in Kerry.
18 hole course
Length: 6086 yards
Par: 71
SSS: 69
