Where to Stay for The Open
Pick coastal bases or historic towns with straightforward links to the course. Local inns and boutique hotels often sit near cafés and pubs; in bigger host cities, rail access can beat driving on early tee times and windy links roads.
St Andrews (Old Course Pattern)
Town-center B&Bs and university quarters; walkable to pubs and the links. Limited inventory — reserve early.
Check AvailabilityRoyal Liverpool (Hoylake / Liverpool)
Stay in Liverpool city center for dining & rail to Hoylake, or choose Wirral coast guesthouses for shorter transfers.
Check AvailabilityRoyal Troon / Turnberry (Ayrshire)
Ayr/Prestwick coastal bases with rail to Troon; classic seaside promenades and golf pubs.
Check AvailabilityRoyal Portrush (Causeway Coast)
Portrush/Portstewart guesthouses fill fast; consider Coleraine or Belfast with direct rail when inventory tightens.
Check AvailabilityBritish Open Travel Tips
- Weather swing: Pack layers, waterproofs, and shoe covers — links change by the hour.
- Early starts: Rail/park-and-ride can beat coastal traffic; check first service times.
- Practice days: Great for photos and autographs; crowd pressure is lower.
- Final Sunday: Book refundable stays and transport buffers; trophy ceremony runs late.
- Dining: Reserve coastal pubs ahead (especially small villages).
