Greyfriars Hotel
St Andrews
Greyfriars Hotel is a practical and well-placed base for a St Andrews golf holiday, especially for UK golfers who want to stay close to the town centre and the famous links. Set on North Street, the hotel puts golfers within easy walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants, historic sights and the Old Course area, so the whole trip feels simple once you arrive. The hotel itself has 20 contemporary en-suite bedrooms, with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and tea and coffee facilities, making it a comfortable choice for a short golf break.
The real appeal is the location. St Andrews Links is home to seven public courses, including the Old Course, New Course, Jubilee, Eden, Castle, Strathtyrum and Balgove, giving golfers plenty of options across a few days. Greyfriars works particularly well for those who want to spend less time in taxis and more time enjoying the town’s golfing atmosphere.
This is not a resort hotel with its own course, but that is part of the charm. It suits golfers who want a central, pub-style hotel where you can play during the day, then walk out for food, drinks and a proper St Andrews evening. The on-site bar and restaurant are useful after a round, especially for groups who want everything easy and informal.
For a Scotland golf holiday built around St Andrews, Greyfriars Hotel is a sensible, friendly and convenient base right in the heart of the Home of Golf.
Dundee Airport
16km
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Time Zone:
GMT+0
Currency:
£ (British Pound)
Temperature:
0°C - 22°C
Cost of a Beer:
£5.50
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£40
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About The Area
The Mornington Peninsula sits just south of Melbourne and is one of Australia’s premier golf regions, combining a dense collection of top-ranked courses with coastal scenery, wineries and a relaxed holiday atmosphere. Often considered an extension of Melbourne’s famous Sandbelt, the peninsula offers firm playing conditions, strategic design and a variety of layouts within a compact area.
One of the standout venues is The National Golf Club, home to multiple world-class courses including the Old Course, Moonah and Gunnamatta. Each layout offers a distinct challenge, from classic links-style holes to more modern designs routed through natural dune systems. Nearby, Moonah Links Golf Course provides two championship courses that regularly host professional events, featuring rolling fairways, natural bunkering and open, wind-influenced terrain. Another highlight is St Andrews Beach Golf Course, a Tom Doak design that blends seamlessly with the coastal landscape and is widely praised for its playability and strategic interest.
Golf on the Mornington Peninsula benefits from a temperate coastal climate, with the best conditions typically in spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May), when courses are firm and the weather is comfortable.
Off the course, the peninsula is renowned for its wineries, boutique breweries and coastal villages. Beach walks, cliff-top views and spa retreats offer relaxation between rounds, while nearby Melbourne provides world-class dining and cultural experiences just over an hour away.
For golfers seeking high-quality course variety, coastal links-style golf and a destination that blends championship play with food, wine and relaxation, the Mornington Peninsula delivers one of Australia’s most complete and rewarding golf escapes.
