Golfing attractions when visiting Edinburgh

Golfing enthusiasts will probably already know that Edinburgh boasts a wonderful range of courses. The capital city of the homeland of golf, there are six courses within the centre and a further 19 in East Lothian, all within comfortable driving distance; including Muirfield, which has hosted 15 Open Championships.

The best way to access all these courses and enjoy them to their best is by renting a car. This way you are at leisure to come and go as you wish, without being tied to train timetables or bus times. Equally, this is why many return golfers are choosing to stay in Edinburgh’s apartment accommodation, as it provides a home-from-home around which you can base yourself for the duration of your stay. Apartment accommodation providers are already aware of the value of such customers and are looking to link up with affiliates in both the car rental and golf course industries. It’s worth bearing this in mind when you book your next visit.

Staying in a serviced apartment means you’re not tied to hotel hours. It is widely known that golfers will get up with the crack of dawn to be the first on the course; if this necessitates driving outside of the city, staying in a hotel can be difficult. A serviced apartment gives you the ability to come and go as you please.

Edinburgh’s city courses are largely designed as an instant introduction for those who are unfamiliar with the game of golf; it’s a good option if you’re bringing along people less skilled at the game. However, if it’s a challenging game you’re after, complete with scenic walls, burns, deep bunkers and hollows, you’re best to look outside of Edinburgh, at North Berwick or Silverknowes; both of which are complete with outstanding views of the Firth of Forth and comfortable clubhouses decked out in historic memorabilia.

My name is Xavi Smith and I love to write about the city of Edinburgh and Scotland. If you are also interested in tips about serviced apartments don't hesitate to get in contact.