Edinburgh, in summer, for those who travel with their clubs or are happy to hire a premium set once they arrive, is quietly one of the most rewarding golf destinations in Europe.

With historic parkland courses, dramatic hilltop fairways, and quiet green belts edged with castle views, the golfing scene is as rich in character as it is in history, and from the vantage point of The Roseate Edinburgh, everything from early tee times to elegant evenings with whisky and garden light opens up splendidly.

A fifteen minute radius around our luxury boutique hotel brings you to some of the city’s most scenic golf courses with long legacies. Some were shaped by icons like James Braid and Alister MacKenzie; others wind through nature reserves, crest over the Pentland Hills, or hide just behind Edinburgh’s stately residential neighbourhoods, rolling hills, deep bunkers, and sweeping Par 5s sit alongside creeks, gorse-lined fairways and skyline views.

Edinburgh’s Top Golf Courses

For golf holidays in scotland around the August Bank Holiday in Edinburgh, plan the weekend to enjoy these courses, each of them offering something distinct from tournament-level conditioning, layouts and excellent playing conditions for

1. Bruntsfield Links Golfing Society
   One of the world’s oldest golf clubs, this Open Qualifying course is renowned for its immaculate fairways and intelligent design by Willie Park Jnr., Alister MacKenzie, and James Braid, and a must-play for architecture purists.
2. Royal Burgess Golfing Society
   Dating back to 1735, this parkland course is praised for its consistent green speed, well-drained fairways, and is known for precision-friendly layouts with subtle elevation shifts.
3. Craigmillar Park Golf Club
   Host to the prestigious 72-hole Scottish Amateur Championship, this city-centre course combines competitive pedigree, panoramic views and excellent turf quality.
4. Prestonfield Golf Club
   Designed by James Braid, this course offers a 6200-yard layout that balances length, tree-lined fairways and a gentle walk making it both scenic and technically satisfying.
5. Duddingston Golf Club
   A well-conditioned parkland course with generous fairways, premium rental options and greens that hold well, the creek running through adds both charm and strategic shot challenges.
6. Mortonhall Golf Club
   Known for its strategic bunkering, tree-lined fairways, and three long, inviting par 5s, Mortonhall suits both big hitters and clever tacticians.

   7. Murrayfield Golf Club
   Hilly and more technically challenging, this course is appreciated for tricky uphill par 4s, city views, and tight driving lines that reward precision over power.8.

   8. Braid Hills Golf Course
   A character course with natural elevation changes and challenging green approaches. While the yardage is modest, fast greens, native gorse, and tight landing areas demand thoughtful play.9. Ratho Park Golf Club
   Another spectacular James Braid golf course, Ratho Park offers tight fairways, a fair test of straight hitting, it is great for mid-handicappers seeking control-focused rounds.

   10. Kingsknowe Golf Club
   A strong suburban course with quirky doglegs, elevated greens, and a layout that keeps you engaged throughout your round.

   11. The Musselburgh Golf Club
   An Open Final Qualifying venue, is wildlife-rich, well-drained, and this lush, tree-lined parkland course offers generous fairways with complex green contours and true roll.

   12. Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Course
   A relaxed 36-hole chip-and-putt course in the heart of the city and free to play with your own clubs, it is ideal for some evening practice or a social, spontaneous round.

Refined Rituals at The Roseate After the Final Putt

Upon your return from the best golf courses in Edinburgh, The Roseate Edinburgh offers the tranquillity of a quaint heritage building and helps you slip into something slower: garden cocktails and fresh al fresco meals, or a single malt selected by character at The Dunstane Bar & Restaurant for a post-round dram that reflects the region’s terroir or join a curated whisky tasting that uncovers the stories behind the bottles. For the perfect Edinburgh summer golf itinerary, our team can also arrange private transfers to and from courses, tee-time bookings, and club hire assistance, making the logistics seamless and the experience fully yours.