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DOG-FRIENDLY HOTELS

From a Georgian farmhouse to a Scottish hunting lodge and a castle to a coastal inn...

we offer dog-friendly escapes in some of the UK's finest locations

 

 

We love dogs!

We have two resident pups: Ginny the Australian labradoodle (follow her on Insta @ginnywidbrookgrange) and Pippa the cockapoo.

So we get it: your four-legged friend is part of the family! That's why we are a dog-friendly hotel. Many – but not quite all – of our bedrooms welcome dog-friendly stays. Up to two well-behaved pups are welcome to stay with you in the following bedrooms:

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Widbrook Grange

WIDBROOK GRANGE, near BATH

One of the most dog-friendly hotels in our litter, Widbrook Grange has won numerous Best in Show awards from pet-friendly aficionados such as The Good Hotel Guide, PetsPyjamas and Sawday's, and has been commended in The Times. Each of the hotel's dog-friendly bedrooms has direct access to the gardens. The farmhouse is home to two resident pups: Ginny the Australian labradoodle and Pippa the cockapoo.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • 11 acres of gardens.
  • Doggy wash station.
  • Dog-friendly dining room.
  • Doggy Afternoon Teas.
  • Dog Birthday Parties.
  • Great access to canal path walking routes.

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Dog in front of a fire at The Elephant Hotel

THE ELEPHANT HOTEL, BERKSHIRE

Offering easy access to London, Reading, and some of the UK's swankiest dog-friendly destinations - Windsor Great Park and Basildon Park - The Elephant is a pup's paradise. There's plenty to keep owners happy, too. Dine on exquisite steaks from the hotel's much-loved Herd Restaurant in the dog-friendly Babar and get first dibs on the hotel's impressive gin collection. While you're there keep an eye out for the two resident pups: Ellie the French bulldog and Ivy the fraffy.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • Pretty enclosed gardens.
  • Rooms with garden access.
  • Dog-friendly dining room and bar.
  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Great access to Thames-side walking routes.

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Dog on chair at The Ship Inn

THE SHIP INN, NORFOLK

So much more than a beachside inn that just ‘tolerates’ dogs. The team at The Ship Inn invites your pooch to stay, dine and make themselves at home. Many dog-friendly places to stay in Norfolk have their ‘ifs’ and ‘buts’, but when it comes to pups at The Ship Inn, the restaurant, rooms and bar area are 100% woof-approved. Resident pup Honey is part of the regular welcome committee.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • Large beer garden.
  • Choice of dog-friendly seaview bedrooms.
  • Dogs are welcome everywhere.
  • All pups receive a warm sausage at breakfast.
  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Great access to beach walks.

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Melville Castle fireplace with two dogs

MELVILLE CASTLE, EDINBURGH

Perhaps the grandest of our dog-friendly residents, 'Royal experiences for all' is the mantra at Melville Castle, and of course this extends to pooches. Why not treat the pup-King or pup-Queen of your household to a special castle stay? There are 54 acres of grounds to explore and the castle is the perfect stopover if you're visiting Edinburgh but still want space to roam.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • 54 acres of beautiful grounds and woodland for walks.
  • Selection of dog-friendly suites and four-poster bedrooms.
  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Dog-friendly dining available.
  • Doggy Afternoon Tea.

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Dog in bed at The Broadford Hotel

THE BROADFORD HOTEL, ISLE OF SKYE

The Isle of Skye is the perfect destination for a dog-friendly holiday. With its rugged coastline, breathtaking landscapes, and charming villages and towns, a stay at The Broadford Hotel offers the ideal mix of outdoor adventure and Scottish hospitality for all the family. Best of all, pups are welcome pretty much everywhere on Skye – so your furry companion(s) will have the best time.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Choice of dog-friendly bedrooms.
  • Dog-friendly dining room and bar.
  • Great access to coastal walks and paw-some hikes.

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Front of Shieldaig Lodge

SHIELDAIG LODGE, WEST HIGHLANDS

Desperately seeking the ultimate dog-friendly getaway? Look no further than Shieldaig Lodge. Nestled in the beautiful West Highlands of Scotland, you and your pup will be welcomed like old friends at this lochside country house hotel. The dog-friendly hikes around the area vary in difficulty, but all have one thing in common: all are breathtaking. Walkies will never have been so good! By night, a fine dining menu is served by the logfire in the dog-friendly Liberator Bar.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • Set in a 26,000 acre estate.
  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Choice of dog-friendly bedrooms.
  • Dog-friendly bar with a fine collection of Scottish whiskies.
  • Great access to lochside walking routes.

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Dogs in bedroom at Forss House Hotel

FORSS HOUSE HOTEL, THURSO

Located in the Northern Highlands, Forss House is the perfect dog-friendly country house hotel. Especially if you're driving the NC500, visiting John O'Groats or taking the ferry to the magical Orkney Isles. The resident pooch Beinn can often be found exploring his kingdom – the gardens – or waiting for the odd breakfast sausage to miraculously fall his way! He's a particularly lovable hound who will be a good friend to your pup-pal for your pawsome passenger. 

Dog-friendly credentials

  • Hidden amidst 20 acres of wonderful woodlands.
  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Dog-friendly dining available.
  • Rooms with garden access.
  • Great access to coastal walks.

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Kirkwall Hotel

KIRKWALL HOTEL, ORKNEY

For well-travelled pups, there are the mystical Orkney Isles - a dog-friendly dream of a destination. A the heart of the vibrant Orcadian community is The Kirkwall Hotel, a home on the harbourside where everyone is welcome, pups included. With masses of green spaces, soft sandy beaches and sea to explore, your pooch will become a fully-fledged island pup when staying at The Kirkwall Hotel.

Dog-friendly credentials

  • Choice of dog-friendly bedrooms, many with harbour views.
  • Comfy dog bed and treats provided on check-in.
  • Dog-friendly dining available in the bar.
  • Great access to harbourside and coastal walks.

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