Galgorm Resort & Spa

Set in parkland along the River Maine in County Antrim, Galgorm is built as much around relaxation as it is around golf. Its Championship Castle Course is an 18-hole par-72 layout that has hosted the Northern Ireland Open and the ISPS Handa World Invitational, with tree-lined fairways and natural water features that reward smart positioning over raw power, championship-calibre golf without being punishing for everyday players. Accommodation ranges from modern rooms to cottages and lodges, giving it flexibility for couples, groups and longer stays, and dining spans relaxed bars to more refined restaurants. The standout, though, is the Thermal Village spa, with indoor and outdoor pools, riverside hot tubs, saunas and relaxation areas. Belfast is about 30 minutes away, with the north coast well within day-trip range.