A hotel in the style of an opulent Edwardian country house was built on this 800-acre estate at the turn of the 20th century, and its grandeur has been carefully preserved ever since.

Lulled by the staggering beauty of mile after mile of Ayrshire coast, guests driving in are often unprepared for the attention commanded by the stately Turnberry Resort when it bursts into view.

The obliging staff, many of whom have worked at Turnberry for years, welcome travellers with traditional lowland hospitality: warming whiskies, comforting fare, unobtrusive service, and tales of truth and legend about this place, so rich in history, both ancient and modern. Here, in the still, clear air, Turnberry has come to be known as a centre for health and relaxation since it debuted one of Europe’s first spas nearly 30 years ago.

A far-reaching, £30 million restoration, initiated by Turnberry's new owner, Leisurecorp, is underway. Led by interior designer Mary Fox Linton, the renovation will return the 103-year-old hotel to the original vision of its architect, James Miller. Red-roofed Turnberry Resort will keep its rightful place as one of the world’s top hotels for years and years to come.

Located in Ayrshire, Scottland Turnberry, a Luxury Collection Resort first opened in 1906 and quickly established itself as the premier destination for social and sporting events.

Converted into an airfield during both world wars, the Ailsa course, designed by Mackenzie Ross, reopened to the public in 1951. The course emerged from acres of runway, foundations of brick huts, hangars and transformer houses left over from the Second World War and has been established as one of the world’s most renowned golf courses. The Spa at Turnberry was added in 1991 and the new Golf Clubhouse June 1993. The Colin Montgomerie Links Golf Academy, the first of its kind in the world, opened in 2000, offering a unique teaching environment with state-of-the art facilities. This was followed with the opening of the Kintyre course in 2001. With its spectacular setting, challenging golf holes and awe-inspiring views, each course is world renowned. The Onsite Outdoor Activity Centre offers guests a variety of distinguished outdoor activities including, quad biking, horse-riding, fishing, off-road driving and more. The Arran course, a par 3 and 4 course, opened in 2002 as the ideal venue for on-course lessons for novices and offer expert players a warm up round prior to their game on the Ailsa or Kintyre. In 2001 Turnberry greatly expanded its accommodation options by building nine two-bedroom luxury cottages, ideal for couples and families, as well as twelve luxury lodges with either six or eight ensuite bedrooms, adjacent to the hotel with breathtaking views across the golf courses and sea.

AFFILIATIONS

Luxury Collection

LEISURE

Here—where rich land meets powerful ocean, where the views are painted with rugged beaches and the mighty Ailsa Craig, where intensely green fields contrast with the blue-grey Irish Sea—Turnberry offers a considerable number of sporting and leisure activities that make it easy to enjoy the charms of the Sunshine Coast. The Outdoor Activity Centre is the point of departure for a series of pursuits that make the most of the countryside. Whether guests are seeking a fresh challenge or want a bit of gentle exercise, the guidance of our experienced instructors will make them feel at home.

Trout Angling
Falconry
Clay Target Shooting
Rifle Target Shooting
Pitch & Putt
Walking Tours
Clydesdale Riding
Mountain Biking
Farm
Kids Club

The Spa at Turnberry: an oasis of tranquillity recognised as one of Europe’s finest spas. Set amongst 800 acres of beautiful Scottish countryside along the Atlantic coast, it offers the perfect environment for surrendering to the utter relaxation that soothes both body and mind.

As a member of The Starwood Spa Collection, The Spa at Turnberry embraces the Seven Pillars of Well-being®, a philosophy focused on restoring the essential elements of nature, harmony, life balance, beauty, aqua, nutrition and vitality. Guided by this holistic approach, the spa offers a comprehensive selection of treatments aimed at creating mind-body harmony: massage, hot stone therapy, envelopments, body scrubs, facials, hydrotherapy, fitness evaluations and training, and much more.

At the heart of the spa is a 65-foot glass-walled and heated indoor swimming pool, from which guests can gaze out at the sea while enjoying the pool’s wave motion, underwater lighting and ambient music. The facility also features 12 serene treatment rooms, luxurious lounges for unwinding before and after a session, a Jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms, and an adjoining fitness centre.

Guests may book a single treatment or create a personalised day of services, complemented with a nutritious lunch and an opportunity to enjoy the facilities. Time at the spa is a rewarding gift of calm for oneself or others.

EXPLORE

A Land Rich in History and Mystery
Turnberry offers a wealth of day-long trips conducted by personal drivers and guides, allowing visitors to experience the spellbinding scenery of the surrounding lowlands: ancient castles, historic towns and cities both cosmopolitan and charming.

Glasgow
Trips to the city of Glasgow, about an hour away, can be tailored to suit individual preferences. Previous guests have been fascinated by The Burrell Collection, Pollok House, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s House for an Art Lover and The Transport Museum.

Glasgow Shopping
A luxury minibus takes guests to Glasgow to find the world’s top fashion brands alongside some impressive home-grown talent. The driver is happy to point shoppers in the direction of what they seek, whether that’s in Sauchiehall Street or Argyle Street, or in St. Enoch’s Square, Prince’s Square, the Buchanan Galleries or the designer shops of the Merchant City and the Italian Centre.

Loch Lomond
A guided drive along the south and west banks of the loch will reveal a landscape that gets more stunning by the mile, as well as the villages of Balloch and Luss, where “Take the High Road,” Scotland’s favourite soap opera, was filmed. A traditional lunch can be had at 300-hundred-year-old Drovers Inn before heading on to Balmaha, Inverary, Gearloch and home.

Hillwalking
The southeast of Scotland is famous for lush countryside and gently rolling hills. Organised hillwalking trips led by a guide with a wealth of knowledge showcase the beautiful Loch Doon hills of Ayrshire.

Stirling
This trip begins with a tour of striking Stirling Castle, perched high above the town, and continues on to Bannockburn, the site of the Bruce’s famous victory over the English invaders. The drive home follows the beautiful shores of Loch Lomond and over the River Clyde.

Western Scotland by Land
See the area’s most gorgeous scenery on a tour that wends through the beautiful coastal village of Maidens and the impeccably restored Culzean Castle estate, where Red Deer Park, the Walled Garden, the Swan Pond and the Pagoda can be visited.

The West Coast by Sea
From Turnberry’s luxury powerboat, breathe in the fresh sea air and cast your eye over the water to Ailsa Craig, the Isle of Arran and the rugged Ayrshire coastline.

Edinburgh
About two hours from Turnberry lies Edinburgh, famous for stunning architecture, many fine cultural institutions and the castle perched high atop volcanic rock in its city centre. Tour the castle, visit the Queen’s official Scottish residence at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, see the Royal Yacht Britannia moored in the port of Leith, wander the city’s Old and New Towns, or shop the Royal Mile and Princess Street.

Portpatrick
En route to the ancient village of Portpatrick, this tour passes through the coastal villages of Girvan, Ballantree and Cairnryan, arriving in Stranraer mid-morning. Wander the streets of this town on the edge of Loch Ryan before the driver heads to Portpatrick for lunch. Wigtown, Scotland’s national book town, and an archaeological dig can also be visited. On the way back, see Newton Stewart and the stunning hills and valleys of the forest route to Straiton Village.