Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa

I have been afforded a rare opportunity in life to have travel to and stay in some of the finest hotels in 149 nations. I also realize there are two hotels in the world that use 7 Star by their names. Yet, when it comes to the Old Course Hotel, this luxurious property is an 8 star ranking. I give this ranking to views from the hotel, to the value of the entire hotel team, to the volume of the food and its quality, to the victorious spirit throughout the hotel. The Old Course Hotel is where the champions stay and where the hotel team live like champions. We had 62 guests and played Carnoustie, Jubilee, and The Old Course.

This review is based on the afternoon tea experience at the Old Course, the actual waiting staff provided very good service. This is the second time visiting the Old Course Hotel for an afternoon tea and I was previously impressed with the quality of the food and the service. However, they've changed how they do afternoon tea. Guest are given the plate of 5 sandwiches first and then the cake stand comes later. In theory, this may seem like a sensible approach, however, our group of five experienced a significant delay in the cake stand arriving, so much so, we had to ask. Take into account, everything on the cake stand is already made, this seemed like an unnecessary delay. I hope they change it back to how it used to be as this 'new' approach seems to just create more issues for the staff and customers. Great views!

Went on the 6th August to celebrate my birthday with dinner in the Road Hole Restaurant. I have eaten there several times in the past and never been disappointed. Stunning location and the food is of a consistently high standard. The staff are always very pleasant and helpful. Would recommend.