Trump Turnberry
Historic Ayrshire links + 4-time Open Championship host on the wild Firth of Clyde coast
Property Overview
Trump Turnberry crowns the Ayrshire coast with three championship links, an Edwardian white-facade hotel opened in 1906, and the iconic lighthouse-topped 9th tee overlooking Ailsa Craig. Home to four Open Championships (1977's 'Duel in the Sun' between Watson and Nicklaus is golf's most celebrated moment), Turnberry is Scotland's most photographed links course. Fully renovated in 2016.
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Lighthouse Suite
Max Occupancy: 2 Guests | Bedding: King + full living room
Ailsa Championship Course
245-yard par 3 played from a tee perched on cliffs beneath the lighthouse, with the shot carrying across a rocky inlet toward Ailsa Craig.
Book the 09:00 tee-time — you'll finish the front 9 before the wind picks up off the Firth of Clyde. Caddies at Turnberry are among the best-informed in Scotland; tip £60-80.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Open Championships has Turnberry hosted?
Four: 1977 ('Duel in the Sun' between Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus, considered the greatest Open ever played), 1986 (Greg Norman), 1994 (Nick Price), and 2009 (Stewart Cink's playoff defeat of Tom Watson at age 59).
Is Trump Turnberry open to non-guests for dining or golf?
Yes. Green fees for the Ailsa Course start at £350 in peak season; non-resident dining is available at 1906 restaurant and the Duel in the Sun bar with advance booking.
How far is Trump Turnberry from Glasgow Airport?
Glasgow Prestwick (PIK) is 25 minutes by car; Glasgow International (GLA) is 60 minutes. The resort offers Rolls-Royce and Range Rover transfers from both.
Which room category has the lighthouse view?
The Lighthouse Suite is INSIDE the lighthouse building itself with Ailsa Craig views — only 2 exist. Ailsa View rooms in the main hotel see the lighthouse silhouette at sunset.
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Insider Tips (3)
Skip standard, upgrade to Ailsa View
The price gap between Classic Fairway and Ailsa View is only ~£120/night but the difference in atmosphere is enormous. Sunset over the Firth from your room is worth twice that.
May shoulder is peak
Late May: lambs on the fairways, wildflowers blooming, and you'll play the Ailsa in near-solitude. June onwards fills with tournament visitors + American golf tours.
Duel in the Sun bar over 1906 restaurant
The 1906 restaurant is fine but tourist-heavy. The Duel in the Sun bar has better whisky (350+ single malts) and quieter atmosphere. Order the smoked haddock chowder.