Golf World’s inaugural Top 100 Luxury Resorts Europe ranking has recognised two resorts tied for the number one spot: Adare Manor in Ireland and Gleneagles in Scotland. The prestigious list evaluates destinations based on courses (weighted at 40 points) alongside accommodation, setting, and non-golf amenities (20 points each). The top ten:
- Adare Manor (County Limerick): Noted for its Tom Fazio-redesigned parkland course, the host venue for the 2027 Ryder Cup.
- The Gleneagles Hotel (Perthshire, Scotland): Famed for its King’s and Queen’s courses and lavish 5-star hotel service.
- Costa Navarino (Peloponnese, Greece): The highest-ranked resort in Continental Europe.
- Camiral Golf & Wellness (Girona, Spain): Formerly known as PGA Catalunya, highly rated for its Stadium course and wellness amenities.
- Monte Rei Golf & Country Club (Vila Nova de Cacela, Portugal): Features a celebrated Jack Nicklaus Signature course.
- La Reserva Club de Sotogrande (Cadiz, Spain): Renowned for its immaculate course and Andalusian luxury.
- Quinta do Lago (Almancil, Portugal): An Algarve legend featuring three championship layouts.
- Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa (Casares, Spain): A faultless boutique hotel and immaculate course.
- Praia d’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort (Óbidos, Portugal): Offers exceptional coastal golf.
- Terre Blanche Hôtel Golf Spa Resort (Tourrettes, France): Quality-led luxury in beautiful Provence surroundings.
