Golf
Renowned for its warm hospitality and comfort, the Open Arms Hotel is a tranquil retreat and the perfect base to experience the world’s finest golf courses
Archefield Links
Discover championship golf at Archerfield Links, home to the Fidra and Dirleton courses. Combining dramatic coastal dunes, pine-lined fairways and views across the Firth of Forth, Archerfield offers authentic Scottish links golf with modern facilities, elite practice areas and a refined clubhouse experience.
The Renaissance Club
Experience world-class links golf at The Renaissance Club in Dirleton, East Lothian. Host of the Genesis Scottish Open, this exclusive Tom Doak-designed championship course blends dramatic coastal scenery with elite championship play, making it ideal for luxury golf holidays on Scotland’s Golf Coast.
North Berwick
Play historic links golf at North Berwick Golf Club in East Lothian. Founded in 1832, the renowned West Links is one of the world’s oldest courses, famed for its stone walls, deep bunkers and iconic Redan hole. A must-play destination for authentic Scottish links golf on Scotland’s Golf Coast.
Muirfield
Muirfield is the home of The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers. The earliest written records of the Club date back to 1744, when its predecessors played on Leith Links and later at Musselburgh before moving to Muirfield in 1891.
Gullane Golf Club
Golf has been played over the Linksland at Gullane since the 1700s and today Gullane Golf Club is one of Scottland's most prestigious member clubs. The opening tee shot and finalputt of Gullane's three courses are part of the Village of Golf.
Craigielaw
Situated on Scotland’s Golf Coast, Craigielaw truly is a golfers’ paradise. Not only boasting a challenging 18 hole championship golf course, designed by Donald Steel, Craigielaw is surrounded by a further 22 golf courses. These courses include world-renowned greats such as Muirfield, North Berwick and Gullane.
Glen Golf Course
Play championship links at The Glen Golf Course in North Berwick, East Lothian. Established 1894, this scenic coastal course offers authentic Scottish links golf, sea views and challenging play. Perfect for golf holidays and stay-and-play breaks near Edinburgh.
Kilspindie Golf Club
Experience classic Scottish links at Kilspindie Golf Club, where rolling dunes, tricky angles, and panoramic coastal vistas create a strategic yet enjoyable round. Rich in heritage and character, Kilspindie delivers a distinctive and authentic golfing adventure in East Lothian.
Dunbar Golf Club
Set along the rugged North Sea coast, Dunbar Golf Club in East Lothian combines rich history with classic Scottish links golf. Founded in 1856 and shaped by Old Tom Morris, the course offers sweeping coastal views and a serene, traditional golfing experience for players of all levels.
Explore golf courses in East Lothian near the Open Arms Hotel on the map below - all within easy reach.
