The Dunvegan
The Dunvegan is a small hotel bar and restaurant on Pilmour Place, a short walk from the 18th green of the Old Course. Its Golfers Corner bar is papered with photos of the players and celebrities who have dropped in over the past quarter-century, making it a natural post-round stop.
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Luca Cavallini
The Golfers Corner
Every wall of the lounge bar is covered with photographs of visitors: dozens of major champions, golf personalities, film and sports stars, and even the first man on the moon. The owners say the pictures they value most are of ordinary 'Dunvegan friends' who come back trip after trip. Expect a lively, chatty crowd, especially during big championships. Visitors often spend a while just scanning the walls for familiar faces.
Eating at the Claret Jug
The Claret Jug Restaurant is a relaxed room specialising in char-grilled steaks, with rack of lamb and Shetland salmon also on the menu. There is a wine list and more than 50 single malt whiskies, and two TVs show live sport. It is a good option for a hearty dinner after a long day outdoors, and the whisky list rewards anyone wanting to try a few Scottish malts.
Where it fits in
Pilmour Place runs just behind the R&A and the Links, so the Dunvegan is a few minutes from the Old Course clubhouse, the Martyrs' Monument and West Sands. It suits golfers wanting a drink among people who have just played, and visitors curious about the town's golfing culture. During major golf events, expect the bar to be busy, so arrive early.
Highlights
- Walls of photos of famous golfers and visitors
- Claret Jug Restaurant for char-grilled steaks
- Over 50 single malt whiskies
- Short walk from the Old Course 18th green
Good to know
- Live sport is shown on two TVs in the restaurant.
- The hotel has rooms, including the Auchterlonie suite; enquire via its website.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: dunvegan-hotel.com