Golfing in Waterford, Ireland
Golfing in Ireland has always been something special. From our inland courses such as our Championship Mount Juliet Course to our world famous links courses that rival any the world over. There is so much to choose from all over the island of Ireland and located in the South East of Ireland are some really special gems.
Below is a guide to what to South East of Ireland has to offer. All are located within easy driving distance of Dooley's Hotel, Waterford. So when you find the ideal golf course for you, give us a ring and let us arrange all for you from your accommodation, to transfers and of course the best possible green fee rates, which just leaves you with enjoying the golf and scenary.
Waterford Castle Golf Club - The Island Haven
For the ultimate golfing experience that will stay with you for a lifetime, Waterford Castle truly is an island dream! The unique Waterford Castle Golf Club is Ireland's only true island golf club.
Designed by Des Smyth, former Ryder Cup player, this par 72 championship golf course runs 6,814 yards, off the metal tees and covers an area of over 200 acres. Located 4km from Dooley's Hotel Waterford.
Faithlegg Golf Club, Waterford
The course situated on the banks of the River Suir has been perfectly designed into a wonderful landscape. Its design uses the combination of mature trees, flowing terrain and the beautiful picturesque setting to fine effect. With a championship yardage of 6674 yards, it ensures that all level of golfer will be tested but at the same time enjoy the challenge of negotiating a good score at Faithlegg. Located 7km from Dooley's Hotel, Waterford.
Mount Juliet Golf Club
Mount Juliet Golf Club is a golf course set in a world of its own, on lush parkland in the south east of Ireland and only 40 minutes from Waterford City. Mount Juliet Golf Club hosted the 2002 and 2004 American Express World Gold Championships, which were won by Tiger Woods and Ernie Els. The acclamation from Tiger Woods that Mount Juliet presented "perfect fairways and the best greens we have putted on all year." was rich embellishment of the stature of Ireland's leading championship parkland golf course.
Dunmore East Golf Club
The Golf Club overlooks the village of Dunmore East, with panoramic views of the village, the bay, the Hook Peninsula, Waterford Harbour estuary, the Saltee Islands and the Irish Sea. This seaside parkland course offers idyllic surroundings, fresh clean sea air, combined with stimulating and challenging golf. This 18 hole, 6070 metres par 72 set out on over 180 acres has, from the outset, been receiving wonderful reviews from both golf writers and players alike. To quote Dermot Gileece of The Irish Times "A hidden gem....a very fine course with a truly spectacular finish."
Waterford Golf Club
Situated on a hill over looking the historic city of Waterford in the Sunny South East is a gem of a parkland course. The irregualr city, with its towers and steeples spread before the eye along the valley, and in the West, Slievenamon and the Comeragh Montains, make a background of enduring splendour. Located 1km from Dooley's Hotel, Waterford
Tramore Golf Club, Waterford
At just under 6,700 yards off the tips, Tramore is a fair test for golfers of all abilities - but don't be fooled by its undeniable beauty, all it takes is one stray shot to ruin a potentially respectable scorecard and leave you thinking. Located 16km form Dooley's Hotel, Waterford
West Waterford Golf Club
Designed by Irish legend Eddie Hackett this 18 hole par 72 and 6802 yard Championship Golf Course is located west of Waterford City near the picturesque town of Dungarvan. This course is described as a driver's paradise
