For golfers planning a North Coast itinerary, Gray’s at Bushmills makes a compact, characterful base close to many of Northern Ireland’s celebrated links. The hotel’s small, boutique scale and individually styled rooms suit visiting players who prefer relaxed evenings after a day on the course. On-site dining serves local produce and morning breakfasts are included with rooms, simplifying pre-round routines. From here you can access iconic venues such as Royal Portrush and other nearby links featured on the Causeway coast, while also combining rounds with local sightseeing like the Giant’s Causeway. With just seventeen bedrooms, expect a quieter, more personal stay than larger resorts — useful if you value easy logistics, comfortable rest, and a short drive to a variety of championship and municipal courses along the Causeway Coastal Route.