A new luxury hotel that overlooks Royal Portrush golf course has officially opened for guests ahead of the upcoming Open Championship.
Dunluce Lodge has been designed with features common to luxury golf hotels: a private helipad, a putting green designed by golf architect Martin Ebert and transfer to the clubhouses at the famous golf club.
A bedroom at Dunluce Lodge
The hotel also has a spa with four treatment rooms that uses products from Irish brand Seabody, as well as “sound healing” and private and group “movement sessions” outside of the spa.
For food and drink, the Dunluce Lodge has a restaurant with tasting and á la carte menus, private dining spaces and a stocked wine cellar.
Reception at the Dunluce Lodge spa
Portrush will host the 153rd Open Championship this summer, and a number of hotel refurbishments and openings have been scheduled to coincide with it, as the industry looks to tap into the lucrative golf tourism market.
Stephen Meldrum, general manager, Dunluce Lodge said: “This hotel is special. We are so excited to finally open Dunluce Lodge to the public and welcome our first guests.
Interior of bedroom of Dunluce Lodge
“No stone has been left unturned in the construction and fit out of the hotel ensuring our team can provide truly impeccable service with every detail carefully considered.
“The feedback already has been incredibly positive, and I know visitors to Dunluce Lodge, both local and international, will enjoy our genuine Irish hospitality.
Staff Joanna Andrew- Mowat, Sharon McIlwaine, Sinead McNichol, Stephen Holland, Stephen Meldrum, Brooke O’Mahony, Pierce Quigley, and Ashley Leckey at the opening of the brand new luxury hotel, Dunluce Lodge, Portrush, County Antrim.
“The Causeway Coast is without doubt one of the most beautiful locations in the world and Dunluce Lodge fits seamlessly into the stunning natural surroundings, providing a place of serenity and relaxation.
“Our guests can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of this part of Northern Ireland and truly embrace unique and memorable experiences at the hotel.”