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Trump International Golf Links & Hotel
Doonbeg, County Clare, Ireland · Trump Hotels · Core Luxury
Greg Norman carved a links course from 377 acres of Doughmore Bay dune-land bought from four local farming families, opening Doonbeg Golf Club on July 9, 2002 with an exhibition match in which Norman defeated Padraig Harrington. Golf Digest named it Best New International Course that year before Donald Trump bought the distressed club in February 2014 for an estimated 15 million euros.
- 218 rooms
- Opened 2002
- Rooms from 385 sq ft (36 m²)
- Architect: Greg Norman
About Trump International Golf Links & Hotel
- Greg Norman carved the links from 377 acres of Doughmore Bay dune bought from four local farming families. Doonbeg Golf Club opened 9 July 2002.
- Norman beat Padraig Harrington in the opening exhibition. Golf Digest named it Best New International Course that year.
- The club entered receivership in January 2014. Donald Trump bought it a month later for about 15 million euros. Martin Hawtree then reworked the course.
- Entry-level rooms start at 385 sq ft (36 m²).
History
Greg Norman opened Doonbeg Golf Club on 9 July 2002 across 377 acres of Doughmore Bay dune. After receivership in January 2014, Donald Trump bought the club a month later. Martin Hawtree reworked the links. The house now trades as Trump International Golf Links and Hotel, Ireland, 218 rooms.
The setting
On Doughmore Bay north of Doonbeg, County Clare. The dunes are the course; this is not a Lahinch village inn.
Experiences
- Horse riding — Horse riding through the County Clare landscape, arranged on property.
- Falconry — Falconry offered among the on-property activities.
- Archery — Archery offered among the on-property activities.
- Caving — Caving in County Clare.
- Kayaking — Kayaking in County Clare.
- Fly fishing — Fly fishing in County Clare.
Amenities
- Spa
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Golf course
- Fine dining
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
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