The Machrie - 1 Night / 1 Round
The Machrie - 1 Night / 1 Round
The Machrie on Islay is one of Scotland’s most unique golf escapes, packed with character. Facing the Atlantic with sweeping views of dunes, sea, and far off islands, it blends world-class golf with laid-back island luxury. Whether you fly in from Glasgow or arrive by ferry, you immediately feel like you’ve discovered somewhere special. Between the long beach walks, warm hospitality, and that unmissable sunset views from the bar, The Machrie delivers everything you want from a true Scottish golf getaway.
The golf course is ranked among the UK’s best and it’s easy to see why. It’s traditional links golf with a modern flair: dramatic dunes, rolling fairways, and greens that reward imagination. Power helps, but creativity wins here.
An iconic Scottish championship links stretching over 7000 yards from the back tees. An original Willie Campbell design dating back to 1891 and redesigned in 2018 by David J. Russell to modern championship standards, this course is now designed to be played in all conditions.
Off the course, The Machrie is a masterclass in understated luxury. The hotel’s 43 rooms and lodges overlook the links and Laggan Bay, and the award-winning restaurant and bar serves local seafood with panoramic views. After golf, unwind in the outdoor hot tubs or sauna garden, explore Islay’s famous distilleries, or enjoy a quiet evening by the fire. With a six-hole Wee Course and The Hebrides putting course layout just steps from your room, The Machrie lets you play, relax, and reconnect at your own pace. The Machrie stands out as a truly unique Scottish golf experience: remote, refined, and truly unforgettable.
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Signature Holes: #8, #9, #17
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The Machrie Links
Iconic traditional championship links with a modern flair
Hole 2 (par 5) - The wind off the sea will blow your ball towards the burn, play more safe to the right that you would expect to.
Accommodation
Modern one- and two-bedroom lodges beside the hotel, featuring private entrances, kitchenettes and lounge areas.
Stylish twin or double rooms with contemporary design and views of the courtyard or surrounding dunes.
Spacious rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and partial golf course or ocean views, offering contemporary island comfort.
Open-plan suite with lounge, super-king bed, and sweeping views over the golf course to Laggan Bay.
Private three-bedroom farmhouse on The Machrie estate with full kitchen, open-plan living area, and outdoor terrace.
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About Another Place, The Machrie
"World class golf with a wild Atlantic escape"
The Machrie on Islay is one of Scotland’s most unique golf escapes, packed with character. Facing the Atlantic with sweeping views of dunes, sea, and far off islands, it blends world-class golf with laid-back island luxury. Whether you fly in from Glasgow or arrive by ferry, you immediately feel like you’ve discovered somewhere special. Between the long beach walks, warm hospitality, and that unmissable sunset views from the bar, The Machrie delivers everything you want from a true Scottish golf getaway.
The golf course is ranked among the UK’s best and it’s easy to see why. It’s traditional links golf with a modern rhythm: dramatic dunes, rolling fairways, and greens that reward imagination. Every hole tells its own story and feels like history being discovered with each tee box you reach.
Off the course, The Machrie is a masterclass in understated luxury. The hotel’s 43 rooms and lodges overlook the links and Laggan Bay, and the award-winning restaurant and bar serves local seafood with panoramic views. After golf, unwind in the outdoor hot tubs or sauna garden, explore Islay’s famous distilleries, or enjoy a quiet evening by the fire. With a six-hole Wee Course and The Hebrides putting course layout just steps from your room, The Machrie lets you play, relax, and reconnect at your own pace. The Machrie stands out as a truly unique Scottish golf experience: remote, refined, and truly unforgettable.
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