Castleknock Hotel & Country Club

Rooms at Castleknock are modern and comfortable, with flat-screen TVs and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi as standard. Bathrooms come with power showers, bathtubs and underfloor heating, which is a nice touch after a wet-weather round. If you're travelling as a group, upgraded room categories can be worth it for the extra in-room comforts, including Smart TVs, Nespresso machines and premium sports channels for catching live golf and football in the evening.

The hotel was named AA Irish Hotel of the Year in 2014 and sits in landscaped grounds with the 18-hole parkland course running through the property. The course itself is a solid test for mixed-ability groups, with enough variety to keep things interesting without being overly punishing. It's a good option if you want to get a round in before heading into the city or if your group prefers the convenience of rolling straight from breakfast to the first tee.

Leisure Facilities

On the relaxation front, the leisure centre includes an 18-metre heated pool and a separate children's pool, plus a gym and studio space if you want to loosen up before teeing off. The spa offers a full treatment menu using Elemis and VOYA products, so it also works well for couples' trips or mixed groups where not everyone wants 36 holes a day.

Food & Drink

For food and drink, you have two clear options on site. Earth & Vine is the more refined setting, with course views and a contemporary European-style menu covering lamb, pork, fish and vegetarian dishes. The restaurant won 'Best Place to Eat' at the Fingal Dublin Business Excellence Awards for two consecutive years, so it's a reliable choice if you want something a bit smarter after your round. For a more casual vibe, 22 Bar & Restaurant is the easy-going choice for breakfast, lunch and an all-day menu. The Lime Tree Bar is your go-to for cocktails and a relaxed nightcap, and the terrace is a great shout when the weather behaves.

Logistics are straightforward. There's ample free parking on site, and public transport links nearby make it easy to head into the city between rounds for Temple Bar, the Guinness Storehouse or dinner in town. The combination of on-site golf, strong facilities and proximity to Dublin's nightlife makes Castleknock a practical choice for societies and groups who want a bit of everything without spending half the trip in a minibus.