Top 10 dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Is your dog fed up of sleeping ruff? As National Pet Month celebrates its 25th anniversary in April our choice of best dog-friendly hotels in Britain should give you paws for thought.

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Ambleside Salutation, Cumbria
Four-legged friends get their own concierge when they visit the Ambleside Salutation hotel, a stone’s throw from Windermere. Stoli, one of the hotel staff’s pet lab has put together an info pack given to all visiting hounds and advises on best behaviour while recommending his favourite walks nearby. A Ramblers Revenge package includes dinner, B&B and a leg and foot massage for owners. Dogs, meanwhile, are picked up for a canine massage and session at a local grooming parlour. The package is from £262 per double room per night.
See bestwestern.co.uk

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Devonshire Arms, Yorkshire
The Devonshire Arms, on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Skipton, is so dog friendly, it even has a special canine-themed lounge with pooch-adorned wallpaper. Dogs can stay in rooms for £10 per stay and facilities include dog sitting and walking services, a local grooming service and blankets, bedding, bowls, spare leads and throws. The area around the hotel, particularly the walk on the banks of the River Wharfe to ruined Bolton Abbey, is some of the best dog-walking country in Britain. Double rooms start from £123 per night, B&B in March.
See thedevonshirearms.co.uk

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Old Swan & Minster Mill, Cotswolds
Set in 65 acres on the River Windrush, this converted 18th century mill and original coaching inn offers a special Canine Traveller package. It includes a welcome pack in the room with doggie treats, dog basket, suggested walks and tailored information, plus a packed walkers’ lunch. There’s also a special canine menu from which dinner is served while humans enjoy a three-course dinner in the restaurant.  The Canine Traveller Trip starts from £245 per room per night.
See oldswanandminstermill.com

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The Magdalen Chapter, Exeter
There’s a lovely quayside walk along the River Ex that stretches nine miles to Exmouth if you really want Fido to flake out. Good job that The Magdalen Chapter in Exeter offers somewhere dog-friendly to bed down for the night.   There are beds and bowls in the room and dog treats in the bar, plus spare leads and dog-walking maps thrown in. The hotel’s Canine Retreat package includes two nights’ B&B and a £40 dinner allowance and costs from £285 per double room. Sister hotel The Montpellier Chapter in Chelmsford offers a similar package from £335.
See themagdalenchapter.com

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa, West Sussex
If you really want to pamper your pooch, head to this hotel, originally built for the Guinness family, in Climping. There are 32 acres of garden and parkland to explore and Climping beach is a short walk way. The Sandy Paws package for two humans and a four-legged friend includes a stay in a four-poster room, a welcome kit including a bowl and mat, biscuits, doggie bags, beach towel and ball thrower and a doggie dinner from the Bailiffscourt Doggie Room Service Menu which has meals by posh dog nosh makers Wellbeloved. There are even pigs’ ear treats available. Prices for Sandy Paws start from £359.
See hshotels.co.uk

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Cary Arms, Devon
Explore the coastal paths around Babbacombe Bay thanks to a special booklet produced with dog walking in mind at this Devon  hotel. It’s part of a Doggy Getaway package over a two-night stay that includes a goodie pack in room upon arrival, including dog bed, bowls and treats, plus a three-course supper for two and a special dog’s dinner on one evening. There’s also a full English every day and a lunch picnic hamper for walks. The package starts from £495 and dog-sitting and grooming services are also available.
See caryarms.co.uk

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

The Milestone Hotel, London
This package is purely for posh paws! The Milestone Hotel is located opposite Kensington Palace and there’s a range of dog-friendly stuff on offer that’s cool enough for corgis. Pets receive a welcome complimentary hamper upon arrival containing a toy, treat, Milestone tag and clean-up bags, while the hotel offers a choice of custom-made pet beds, cushions, duvets and floor mats and will provide fresh mineral water, a special pet menu and a turndown treat.  The hotel can also provide pet bathrobes, dog and cat first aid kits and pet taxi services. A Pampered Pet package includes full English breakfast daily, a gift basket of tasty treats and toys and a massage for two humans in the spa, while the pet enjoys a grooming session at nearby Pet’s Perfection. They also throw in a three-course dinner and Martinis for two with a special meal for your pet, and an evening turndown service for everyone. Phew! No wonder it costs £704 per night.
See milestonehotel.com

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Aloft Hotel, London
For a more affordable canine capital break, head to the trendy Aloft Hotel near the Excel centre in Docklands. The hotel, which has a chic, boutique feel and is Starwood’s newest brand in the UK, has an arf (animals are fun) programme which sees canine family members get a specialised dog service which is sure to get tails wagging. Open to dogs up to 18kg, the package includes registration on arrival, a special dog bed in the room and a selection of toys and treats. There’s also a snack and sip station, as well as a Fatboy dog bed in the hotel lobby. Outside there are miles of Thameside walks to explore. Double rooms start from £106, B&B. There is no charge for dogs on the arf programme.
See aloftlondonexcel.com

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

Roxburghe Hotel, Kelso, Scotland
Based on the Scottish borders, the Roxburghe is a great doggie destination. There’s shooting, fishing and country pursuits on the agenda and dogs and owners can stay in four-poster bedrooms with log fires, while there are kennels for those whose dogs want to sleep outside. The hotel has a resident ghillie, Alastair Ferguso who along with his dog Lady (both above), offers tips and tutoring on outdoor activities. The hotel is part of the Roxburghe Estate that includes the historic Floors Castle. Many of the furnishings and paintings are from the Duke of Roxburghe’s own home. Double rooms start from £120 per night, B&B.
See roxburghe.net

dog-friendly hotels in Britain

The Grove, Narberth, Wales
Set in miles of Pembrokeshire countryside and close to the coast, The Grove has two dog-friendly rooms and two-self-catering cottages that welcome dogs who get a special dog pack including a dog blanket, dog treats, dog mat and other goodies for a pet. Humans get lovely rooms with fireplaces and modern art plus a restaurant with AA Rosettes, Wales Tourism Awards and listings in the Michelin and Good Food guides. Double rooms start from £180 per night, B&B.
See thegrove-narberth.co.uk