Everyone knows golf reigns supreme in Ireland and Scotland, but so do some of their golf hotels. Ireland and Scotland are home to some of the most luxurious golf hotels in the world, attracting visitors that want to pamper themselves in luxury while they get in a little golf. A Scotland and Ireland vacation is a dream come true to many die-hard golfers.

Old Course Hotel
The Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews, Kingdom of Fife, Scotland is a truly deluxe luxury golf resort hotel. The hotel, complete with luxury spa and four restaurants, overlooks the world-famous Old Course, and borders the fairway of the infamous Road Hole (17th). Guests experience spectacular views of the Old Course links, Fife coastline and St Andrews, Scotland's oldest university town and the most extensive golf destination in Europe with 10 championship golf courses in the immediate vicinity.

Dublin, Ireland Hotel
If you'd rather stay in a Dublin, Ireland, hotel that also features golf, The Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links is set in splendid surroundings overlooking the beach. The house was originally owned by the Jameson family, famous for their Irish whiskey. Their home has been tastefully converted to an international hotel with the grounds now hosting a magnificent 18-hole Bernhard Langer-designed golf links. No need to leave the hotel for dining in Dublin, The Portmarnock features two award-winning restaurants and bars where guests can imbibe on traditional Irish food and drink.

Hayfield Manor Hotel
For a taste of unprecedented luxury, whisk yourself away to Ireland's five-star Hayfield Manor Hotel. Having been awarded the AA Irish Hotel of the Year Award for 2003-2004, Hayfield Manor combines stately grandeur with a cozy ambience, making it a must for anyone who likes to unwind in impressive surroundings. Situated just a mile from the city of Cork, Ireland and near some of Ireland's top golf courses, the hotel features rooms and suites furnished with fine antiques and silk fabrics. The Manor spa is also located on property and offers treatments such as an exotic Elmis Japanese sick booster facial or Aroma spa ocean wrap. An indoor swimming pool and heated outdoor Jacuzzi make it one of the best golf hotels in Ireland.