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CARNOUSTIE HOTEL, GOLF RESORT & SPA

‘The most challenging golf course in the world’

Carnoustie Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is one of Scotland's top luxury golfing, leisure and conference destinations. Located immediately adjoining the 1st Tee and 18th Green of the world famous Carnoustie Championship course, the Resort was host to the 1999 Open Championship.

Facilities offered by the Hotel include Restaurant, Leisure facility with Swimming pool and fully computerised Gym. Sumptuous (4-star) accommodation, ranging from twin and double bedrooms to Luxury suites. Golf and many other local and regional cultural attractions are close at hand. Carnoustie Hotel's attention to detail and dedicated staff will ensure that your visit meets and exceeds your highest expectation.

Accommodation

Boasting locally crafted furniture and imported ceramics, all 75 bedrooms provide facilities expected from a world class hotel. With views of the Championship Course, sea or town, each of the beautifully appointed double and twin-bedded rooms offer complete comfort and every modern amenity. No detail has been overlooked, whether here for business or pleasure, each en-suite room is tailored to meet individual needs.

Double Executive - Each of the Queen bedded rooms offer en-suite facilities with shower and bath. Comfortable seating and writing tables mean guests can catch up on work, or sit back and enjoy the views.

Twin Executive - Furnished with two single beds, the twin executive rooms have an en-suite bathroom and views of the Championship Course or the town of Carnoustie.

Twin Premiere - Designed to provide maximum space and comfort, the twin premiere rooms offer 2 Queen size beds, an en-suite bathroom and wonderful views.

The Presidential Suite - Provides two king-size bedrooms and en-suite facilities. The magnificent hydrosonic shower and bath can be transformed into a massaging footbath, a whirlpool, sauna or steam room, and all possible at the press of a button. It also has a built in radio and aromatherapy system. The main area of the suite offers a luxury lounge with satellite television, video recorder and stereo system combined with a dining area and separate guest bathroom. Guests are able to dine in the seclusion of their own suite, taking advantage of a private chef and staff who will be on hand to cater to every need.

The Hogan Suite - One of Scotland's largest suites, the Hogan, situated on the top floor of the Hotel offers the ultimate in luxury and comfort. Overlooking the famous Championship Course, both the balcony and panoramic windows boast a view second to none. Sleeping up to six people, the antique bookcase is also disguised to offer a queen size bed and wardrobe facility.

The Paul Lawrie Suite - Named after the winner of the 1999 Open, The Paul Lawrie Suite offers an elegantly designed king-size bedroom and spacious living area. The large en-suite bathroom can be kept completely private if entertaining, with a separate guest washroom for the living area. Boasting an enclosed balcony overlooking the famous course, the views like all the suites are second to none.

Carnoustie and Cotton Suites - Each Suite has been designed with one thing in common, luxury and space. These beautifully furnished rooms offer a king-sized bedroom, en-suite bathroom and sitting/dining room with an additional washroom. Ideal for families or those wanting something unique, guests can relax with satellite television, enjoy private dining or just sit-back and enjoy the view.

Dining

The uncompromising challenge of the fairways is reflected in the perfection to be found in the Dalhousie Restaurant and the Calder's Bar. Complementing the unique views, the talented chefs fuse fresh produce from Scotland's larder with a Mediterranean flair. Redefining creature comforts, matchless golf blends with conviviality in the Brassiere, Bar and Terrace.

Dalhousie Restaurant – Open for Breakfast and Dinner

Calder's Bar – Open daily from 10.00am for Coffee & Danish Pastries and from 11.00am-9.30pm for Bar Food.

Golf

In a country whose greatest claim to fame is its variety of championship links courses, Carnoustie reigns supreme. The Championship course offers some of the most challenging and stimulating golf anywhere in the world. As befits Carnoustie's distinguished status in offering world class golfing facilities.

Due to its central location, guests staying at Carnoustie are a mere hour away from the Old Course at St Andrews and Kingsbarns. In addition to these courses there are also over 200 courses within a 2 hour drive of Carnoustie, including Gleneagles, Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay, Edzell, Rosemount, Montrose, Monifieth and Panmure Barry, several of which are Open Championship qualifying courses. Muirfield, venue of the 2002 Open Championship, is 1½ hours from Carnoustie.

In The Footsteps of Champions - The game of golf has been played at Carnoustie since before Columbus discovered America, making it one of the oldest courses in the world. The links have been played over the years by all the golfing greats and have acquired a deserved reputation as a demanding test of golfing ability.

Around the turn of the 20^th century some 270 sons of Carnoustie left their native land and travelled the world, teaching and playing the game of golf. Their successes were unparalleled, and by 1926 their names were inscribed on the national Open trophies of seven different countries, including Britain and America. Many of those names now hold revered places in the history of the game. The Smith Brothers travelled to America where first Willie then Alex both won the United States Open. A third brother, MacDonald, however, led to the name of Mac Smith becoming the most famous of Carnoustie brothers. Stewart Maiden, a native of Carnoustie, became famous, not through his own playing achievements, but through the successes of one of his pupils - the legendary Bobby Jones. Jones received his early teaching from Maiden, before going on to compile a record that sets him apart as one of the greatest golfers who ever lived.

Carnousties Open Champions

Tommy Armour 1931
Henry Cotton 1937
Ben Hogan 1953
Gary Player 1968
Tom Watson 1975
Paul Lawrie 1999

The Spa at Carnoustie

After eighteen holes of golf, the Club Carnoustie Health Spa is a haven for recreation and relaxation. The large swimming pool, sauna, steam room and whirlpool are guaranteed to refresh, while in the fully equipped gym specially trained instructors are available for personal fitness assessments.

A host of therapeutic treatments are available from specialists who can alleviate strains and stress; experienced staff are available for individual consultations ensuring professionalism at all times.

Massage - Massage techniques to help relax muscle fibres and ease muscular aches and pains

Aromatherapy - The ancient art of aromatherapy combines pure essential oils and massage, which induces deep relaxation as you unwind from the stresses of the day

Spa Pure Treatment - Exfoliation is followed by the soft heat enveloping sensation of a sauna mask. A well being and purifying treatment. The skin will feel incredibly soft, smooth and hydrated.

Conference & Event Facilities

Carnoustie Hotel, Golf Resort is an ideal venue for business associates to get together for informal or formal meetings. The Hotel offers first class conference and banqueting facilities, designed to accommodate Corporate Presentations, AGM's, Product Launches, Banquets, Dinner Dances or Plenary Conferences for up to 350 Delegates in comfort and style.

Function Rooms, 24-Hour Delegate and Day Delegate packages are available and can be tailored to suit individual requirements. The Presidential suites on the third floor of the Hotel are ideal for small private dining parties of up to 35 people.
Whether it is for team building or a fun day with friends, let us arrange a day to be remembered. Abseiling, Climbing, Off Road Driving, Scorpio Buggies, Reverse Steer Landrovers, White Water Rafting, you name it we can arrange it on your behalf!

The hotel is located only a 20 minute drive from Dundee airport, a one hour flight from London City Airport and just over one hours drive from Aberdeen and Edinburgh airports.

Local Amenities

Only in Scotland could such outstanding golf facilities be convenient to so many historic sights. Famous castles, distilleries dating back centuries and scenery older than time lie on the doorstep. A wide range of shopping, acclaimed fishing and shooting are all just a short drive away. Below we have suggested a few day trips you might wish considering adding to your itinerary:

Arbroath Adventure - Drive down to the Harbour, famous for Arbroath Smokies, watch the smoking process and take in the sights and smells. Stop at the But n' Ben at Auchmithie for a sumptuous smokie pancake (where it was actually invented!), and beyond to Red Castle and Lunan Bay for some sightseeing and a beautiful coastline walk.

Au Natural - Enjoy a day walking, guided or independent, in the stunning Angus Glens. Take in the magnificent views and savour one of the Hotel’s Chef's fabulous picnics.

A Day in the Capital – Day trip to Edinburgh, be met by a guide, or take your own time to explore the attractions and shops. A vast array of museums, galleries, historical monuments and of course the famous Edinburgh Castle all await your visit.

Home of Golf - Spend a day in St Andrews, visit the Castle and Cathedral ruins, The British Golf Museum, Sea World, enjoy lunch or coffee at one of the many quaint cafes and bars. Take time strolling through the cobbled streets of Scotland's oldest University town.

Hidden Gems - Take a trip to the Caithness Glass Factory, Blair Castle, then House of Bruar for shopping and the quaint village of Dunkeld. Option of lunch or afternoon tea at the beautiful Dunkeld House Hotel.

Historic Angus - Choose from a number of historical houses and Castles in the Carnoustie area. Glamis Castle, the fairytale childhood home of the Queen Mother, or Fasque House home of the Gladstones, and House of Dun a truly Georgian work of Art. Stop of en-route to Strathmore Tartans, and have any Scottish garment made to measure!