When most people plan a golf trip they think of places like Scotland for the adventure or the Algarve for the convenience. But a property like The London Firehouse gives guests the best of both worlds.

The Merchant is one of the few hotels out there that understands golfers. Here, guests are offered golf bag handling, cleaning and storage services as well as an early breakfast or late dinner based on your tee time.

Consisting of four Grade I listed Georgian townhouses that were originally built in the 1760’s, The Merrion now stands proudly as one of Dublin’s most luxurious five-star hotels.

The Notting Hill Townhouse allows guests to escape to the home counties for a round of golf and return in the evening to the glamour of Kensington Gardens, just a short walk from Hyde Park.

The Vincent Hotel in Southport is an ideal spot for golfers looking to explore Liverpool without staying in the hustle and bustle. To top things off, guests are just a few minutes away from both Royal Birkdale and Hillside.

Floating on your back in the subterranean pool, you can really soak up the history of this marvelous building - and you can continue to do so in the Rum Bar, with its wide selection of exotic rums.