The Old Course at St. Andrews in Scotland
2027 British Open Travel

The Open returns to St. Andrews.

Experience the 155th Open Championship at the Old Course with hotel, championship access, transfers, hospitality options, and Scotland add-ons planned around the way you want to travel.

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The home of golf

A bucket-list golf trip deserves more than a hotel search.

The 155th Open Championship brings golf's original major back to St. Andrews, the most iconic setting in the sport. For travelers, that also means limited hotel space, heavy demand, tight transportation logistics, and package details that matter.

Beyond the Castle Travel helps you compare the experience, not just the price. We help review hotel options, access levels, hospitality upgrades, transfers, extra nights, and Scotland add-ons so your trip feels organized before you ever step onto the grounds.

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Package starting points

Two ways to experience The Open at St. Andrews

Packages are customized around your preferred stay length, hotel category, championship access, hospitality upgrades, and optional Scotland experiences. Starting rates below are per person, based on double occupancy.

St. Andrews Area

Hotel Indigo Dundee

A strong value-focused base for travelers who want a comfortable stay and easy access to championship-day logistics.

$8,125 per person from

  • 4-night package
  • Standard room at the starting price
  • Roundtrip airport transfers with meet and greet
  • Roadtrips on-site staff and commemorative gifting
  • Additional tournament days and hospitality available
Signature Property

Fairmont St. Andrews

A premium clifftop resort experience with North Sea views, on-property golf, resort amenities, an exclusive welcome reception, and both 5- and 7-night options.

$15,395 per person from

  • 5- or 7-night package options
  • Atrium room from $15,395 for 5 nights
  • Fairmont room from $17,145 for 5 nights
  • Fairmont View from $18,965 for 5 nights
  • 7-night Fairmont packages from $17,595
  • Exclusive welcome reception included

Important pricing note: Rates are starting prices in USD per person based on double occupancy. Hotel Indigo Dundee 4-night packages begin at $8,125 in a Standard Room. Fairmont St Andrews 5-night packages begin at $15,395 in an Atrium Room, while 7-night Fairmont packages begin at $17,595. Final pricing varies by room type, occupancy, tournament access, hospitality selection, availability, and customization.

A deposit is required to secure space. We will confirm current pricing, deposit requirements, payment schedule, and included access before you commit.

Why plan early

St. Andrews is not the event to plan late.

When The Open returns to the Old Course, demand does not behave like a normal vacation week. St. Andrews is historic, compact, and globally famous. Quality rooms, preferred access, hospitality venues, and transportation options can narrow quickly.

Starting early gives you time to compare the real differences between packages: where you stay, how you get to the course, which days you attend, whether hospitality is worth it, and how much Scotland you want to build around the championship.

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Limited hotel space

The town and surrounding area fill quickly during Open week.

Access matters

Championship days, ticket type, and hospitality level shape the trip.

Transfers matter

Daily movement to and from the Old Course is a major planning detail.

Scotland add-ons

Tee times, Edinburgh, the Highlands, and extra nights are easier early.

What can be included

The details that make the week easier

A British Open trip is about more than getting in the gate. The right package helps simplify arrival, transportation, host support, and daily flow during one of golf's busiest weeks.

Accommodations

First-class hotel options selected around access, comfort, availability, and your preferred travel style.

Championship access

Access for selected days, with options that may include grounds admission, Ticket Plus, or hospitality depending on availability.

Transfers

Arrival transfers and dedicated transportation to the Old Course on championship days where included in your package.

On-site hosts

Host services during your stay so you are not trying to solve every question on your own.

Hospitality upgrades

Premium venues may offer dining, drinks, private seating areas, live coverage, and a more comfortable spectator experience.

Commemorative touches

Packages may include a British Open gift package and other hosted-event touches depending on final selection.

Our event travel partner

Access through Roadtrips, guidance through BTC.

Beyond the Castle Travel works with Roadtrips for major sporting-event travel, including bucket-list golf experiences like The Open.

Why book Roadtrips packages through Beyond the Castle Travel?

You receive access to the same Roadtrips package pricing while also getting advisor guidance before you commit. We help compare options, explain what is included, review the tradeoffs between hotels and hospitality levels, and help build the trip around your larger Scotland plans.

There is no extra cost to work with us instead of going direct. The benefit is having an advisor who understands the package, the destination, and the planning questions travelers usually do not know to ask until later.

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Fairmont St. Andrews

The premium stay for travelers who want the trip to feel special.

Set on a clifftop overlooking the North Sea, Fairmont St. Andrews gives the trip a resort-style feel with views, dining, spa facilities, pools, and two on-property golf courses.

North Sea setting

Clifftop views and a more scenic resort atmosphere than a standard event hotel.

On-property golf

The Torrance and Kittocks courses are available on property for optional play.

Resort amenities

Spa, pools, restaurants, and space to unwind between championship days.

Welcome reception

An exclusive welcome reception is included with Fairmont St. Andrews packages.

The Old Course

Why St. Andrews feels different

The Old Course is woven into the history of golf. For many fans, seeing The Open here is the version of the trip they have always pictured.

The Swilcan BridgeThe legendary stone bridge on the 18th fairway, crossed by generations of champions.
The Road HoleThe 17th hole, one of the most famous and strategically demanding holes in championship golf.
Double GreensA distinctive Old Course feature where seven greens are shared between two holes.
The Valley of SinThe deep hollow short of the 18th green that has shaped unforgettable championship moments.
Links ConditionsFirm turf, coastal winds, and weather that can change the story of a round quickly.
Championship HistorySt. Andrews has hosted The Open more than any other venue.
Make it more than the tournament

Add Scotland around The Open.

Many travelers use The Open as the centerpiece of a larger Scotland trip. We can help shape the add-ons so the full journey feels intentional.

Tee times nearby

Explore options for Carnoustie, Kingsbarns, the Castle Course, Fairmont's courses, and other area golf experiences.

Extra nights

Arrive early or stay later for a smoother pace, especially if you want time in Edinburgh or the Highlands.

Private touring

Add guided experiences in St. Andrews, coastal Fife, Edinburgh, whisky country, or other Scotland highlights.

Before you request options

British Open travel FAQs

The biggest questions are usually about access, hotel choice, timing, flights, and whether hospitality is worth it.

Championship access for your selected days can be included as part of the package. The specific access level depends on the final package selected and may include grounds access, upgraded access, hospitality, or a combination. We will review exactly what is included before deposit.
Hotel Indigo Dundee is a strong option for travelers focused on value, comfort, and event access. Fairmont St. Andrews is the premium choice for travelers who want a resort atmosphere, North Sea views, on-property golf, and the included welcome reception.
Yes, where available. Hospitality can elevate the experience with a dedicated venue, food and beverage service, premium viewing elements, and a more comfortable setting during a long day at the course. Availability is limited, so it is best to ask early.
International airfare is not included in the starting package rates shown here. Flights can be reviewed separately after your package dates and hotel are confirmed. Edinburgh Airport is the closest major airport for most travelers heading to St. Andrews.
Yes. St. Andrews has history, coastal scenery, restaurants, pubs, cathedral ruins, castle grounds, and the British Golf Museum. Fairmont St. Andrews also offers resort amenities for travelers who may not want to spend every day at the course.
As early as possible. St. Andrews has limited accommodations near the Old Course and The Open draws a large international audience. Early planning gives you more choice before hotel categories, hospitality options, and access levels narrow.
No. Beyond the Castle Travel is an independent travel agency. Packages are arranged through travel partners and are not affiliated with or endorsed by The R&A unless explicitly stated by the supplier. Official ticketing and hospitality details are subject to supplier terms and availability.
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