Rusacks St Andrews
St Andrews
A must-visit destination for any golf adventurer, Rusacks St Andrews is a monument to the game and its founders. Occupying an iconic 1800’s building, the hotel overlooks the famous Old Course and makes a luxe home base for explorers of St Andrews. The rooms, inspired by local flora and fauna, guest rooms feature warm woods, muted tones and luxurious décor. Lush green is the accent colour of choice, while rich brown furniture and subtle floral walls hint at the great outdoors, and classic tartan flooring gives a firm sense of place. Even the light fittings tell a story, featuring elegant wooden Godwits, a bird local to St Andrews and Fife. Selected rooms offer enviable views of the surrounding courses and landscape, while all offer an abundance of amenities for a memorable and fuss-free stay. Dining, '18' — A must-visit destination if you are in St Andrews, our rooftop bar and restaurant offer unrivalled views of the Old Course and its 1st and 18th holes. Menus highlight the best in-season and locally sourced ingredients — beef, game, freshly caught seafood and more. 'The Bridge' — Located on the main floor, our Mediterranean restaurant serves charming, authentic dishes inspired by the rugged shorelines and rolling hills of Italy, Spain and southern France. Join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and enjoy views of the famous Swilcan Bridge while you dine. 'One Under Bar' — Our classic Scottish pub offers an extensive drinks menu, bar bites and traditional pub fare, just one minute from the golf course. Full of personality and stories, One Under Bar is the perfect setting to unwind. It is also a popular venue for live music and entertainment.
Dundee Airport
18km
England’s best golf tour operator 2026 winner
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.
