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Scottish Golf Tourism Awards 2027 Categories

The awards celebrate outstanding achievements within the Scottish golf tourism industry, recognising the finest courses, hotels, and experiences that have helped establish Scotland as a world-class golfing destination.

Any eligible business in Scotland can enter the awards – attendance at Scottish Golf Tourism Week is not required.

Best Hotel – 3 star or Equivalent

Awarded to the hotel, guest house or other eligible accommodation provider which best caters to the needs of visiting golfers.

Best Hotel – 4 Star or Equivalent

Awarded to the hotel, guest house or other eligible accommodation provider which best caters to the needs of visiting golfers.

Best Hotel – 5 Star or Equivalent

Awarded to the hotel, guest house or other eligible accommodation provider which best caters to the needs of visiting golfers.

Best Exclusive Use or Self-Catering Venue*

Awarded to the exclusive use or self-catering venue that best meets the needs of visiting golfers.

*Updated category for 2027.

Best Municipal or Community-Owned Golf Course

Sponsored by bunkered

Awarded to a Scottish municipal or community-owned golf course in Scotland that delivers an excellent experience for both visitors and locals alike, while demonstrating its value to the wider community.

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Best 9-Hole Course

Awarded to the 9-hole Scottish golf course that provides the very best and most memorable playing experiences.

Best Course Under £100

Awarded to the Scottish golf course with a green fee under £100 that provides the very best and most memorable playing experiences.

Best Course £100-£200

Awarded to the Scottish golf course with a green fee between £100 - £200 that provides the very best and most memorable playing experiences.

Best Course £200 and Over

Sponsored by Luxe Scot

Awarded to the Scottish golf course that provides the very best and most memorable playing experiences.

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Best Clubhouse

Awarded to the Scottish golf venue or facility that provides the best provisions within its clubhouse.

Best Pro Shop

Awarded to the professional shop attached to a Scottish golf venue that best meets the needs of golfers, both visitors and members alike.

Best Golf Marketing / Social Media Campaign

Awarded to the business that ran the best golf marketing campaign in 2026.

Best Sustainability Project

Awarded to the Scottish golf venue or facility that has undertaken a demonstrably successful sustainability project in the past year.

Best Off The Course Experience

Awarded to an exceptional visitor attraction or non-golf experience that compliments a golf trip to Scotland.

Best Team in Golf Tourism*

Awarded to the team in Scottish golf tourism that makes an outstanding contribution to the visitor experience.

*Brand new category for 2027.

Best Tour Operator

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2026 Awards Winners