Golfing holidays in bute

For an island only 26miles long the Isle of Bute is blessed with three golf courses all of which offer a different challenge and exploit some of Bute’s most magnificent scenery. At the Kyles Hotel we offer full Golf Packages including transport and catering.

Rothesay Golf course is situated on Canada Hill above the town of Rothesay. The course was founded in 1892, and re-laid and extended by James Braid in 1908, the course has outstanding views down the Firth of Clyde and across to the Mull of Kintyre and Arran. At only 5419 yards long don't be deceived, Rothesay golf course will present any player a challenge whether it is the rolling par 4's or the testing par 3's where par is always a good score.

Port Bannatyne Golf Club is situated at the North of the island above the village of Port Bannatyne. The course is equally scenic take with breath taking views over Kames Bay towards the mouth of Loch Striven and the Kyles of Bute. At the top of the course, golfers can look to the west to Loch Fyne and Kintyre. The course is unusual having 13 holes. The first five are replayed before ending on a separate 18th. The holes are interesting and demanding and the setting makes for a memorable day’s golf.

Bute Golf Club at Kingarth is situated on the south West of the island near the village of Kingarth. This nine hole course is a real links course built near the beach at Stravanna Bay the holes are challenging and the scenery magnificent with the Mountains of Arran and the volcanic rock of Dunagoil creating a fantastic back-drop.