Links across the water
Linking Islay with Ballycastle in Northern Island, via the Kintyre Express ferry
Experience true escapism and the rugged beauty of Islay when you stay at Another Place, The Machrie. Then hop across to Northern Ireland on the Kintyre Express speed ferry and extend your stay at Marine Hotel Ballycastle, located on the spectacular Causeway Coast.
£535 per person, bed and breakfast (includes ferry transfer)
Whether you’re a keen golfer, a whisky and wildlife enthusiast, or just looking for a unique multi-island, multi-country getaway, our wild links break opens up Scotland and Northern Ireland ready for you to explore.
Stay and play a round on our championship golf links at The Machrie, Islay, before continuing your golfing adventure with a pilgrimage to the iconic links of Northern Ireland, as The Open heads to Royal Portrush Golf Club (just a 30-minute drive from Ballycastle) this 17-20 July. Fans of the TV drama Game of Thrones will recognise many of the film locations on the stunning Causeway Coast and Glens.
Your choice of stay length and room at both The Machrie and Marine Hotel Ballycastle.
Travel between Ballycastle, Northern Ireland and Port Ellen, Islay in the Inner Hebrides on the 13.25 metre, 12-seater Kintyre Express speed ferry (1hr 30min journey time). One-way or return options available. Golf clubs, bikes and luggage carried free of charge.
Full Scottish breakfast each morning (or something else from the menu and breakfast table) at 18 Restaurant & Bar with wide-angle ocean and links views.
Option to add a round of golf on The Machrie’s world-class championship links or dinner-inclusive packages at 18 Restaurant & Bar.
The Kintyre Express speed ferry runs from 18 April until 29 September.
Payments will be taken by Another Place, The Machrie, and the Marine Hotel Ballycastle (including the Kintyre Express ferry). Booking confirmations will be emailed to guests from each relevant party.
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Kintyre Express
Take the 12-seater Kintyre Express speed boat across waters between Islay and Northern Ireland, turning your journey into part of the adventure, connecting two coastal destinations.
