Scotland really does have the best of both worlds. It’s home to incredible countryside and coastlines, and packed with inspiring cities, towns and villages. What’s more, it’s made even better by the range of dog-friendly hotels in Scotland. From St Andrews to the shores of Loch Sunart, pack your bags, bring your dog and get ready for a memorable break.
Take your pick from pet-friendly hotels in Edinburgh city centre, complete with water bowls, dog beds and meaty treats. Or, choose a dog-friendly room on the West Coast of Scotland and look out at incredible sea views and enjoy coastal walks. Alternatively, we have country house hotels for well-behaved dogs that have all the mod cons and a few luxury extras for four-legged friends and dog owners.
Whether you want en-suite ground floor rooms with direct access to the outside public areas and amenities like tennis courts and a swimming pool, or you’re looking for a city break for all the family, we have a range of dog-friendly holiday accommodations for you to peruse. From contemporary rooms and luxury apartments to Georgian townhouses, whether you need to stay away for a long or short break, we’re sure to have something to suit.
What’s more, many of our Scotland pet-friendly hotels offer free wifi, bed and breakfast, private parking and on-site award-winning bars and restaurants. Of course, we can’t not mention the warm welcome for your four legged friends. So, what are you waiting for? Plan a dog-friendly stay today, get ready to explore Scotland, and browse our range of the best dog-friendly hotels in the region.
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Resort in Kinlochard, Stirling · 52.37 mi from centre
7.6
143 reviews
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Located in Stirling, Macdonald Forest Hills Resort is in a national park – a 1-minute drive from Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and 5 minutes from David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre. This spa resort is 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 31.6 mi (50.8 km) from Loch Lomond.
Hotel in Peebles · 20.80 mi from centre
8.2
599 reviews
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Located in Peebles, Peebles Hydro Hotel is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of 7stanes - Glentress and Peebles Golf Club. This family-friendly hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Haylodge Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Neidpath Castle.
Resort in Carrbridge · 95.25 mi from centre
7.8
1,613 reviews
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Macdonald Lochanhully Woodland Club offers pet-friendly accommodation in Carrbridge. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms have a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Views of the mountains, lake or garden are featured in certain rooms. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. A TV is offered. Enjoy complimentary access to the leisure facilities and 9-hole golf course of the sister resort, the Macdonald Spey Valley Golf & Country Club in Aviemore, when you stay at the Macdonald Lochanhully Woodland Club. Images are representative due to wide variety of apartment types, so precise specification may differ. Guests will still be allocated the apartment type booked.
Hotel in Inverness City Centre, Inverness · 112.15 mi from centre
8.6
1,000 reviews
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With a stay at Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Inverness, within a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Eden Court Theatre and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Eastgate Shopping Centre.
Hotel in Aviemore · 87.50 mi from centre
6.6
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When you stay at Coylumbridge Resort Hotel in Aviemore, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre and Speyside Wildlife. This family-friendly hotel is 16 mi (25.7 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Strathspey Steam Railway.
Cabin in Pitlochry · 49.37 mi from centre
9.6
13 reviews
With a stay at Tayview Lodges in Pitlochry, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 15-minute drive of Cairngorms National Park and Polney Loch. This family-friendly cabin is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Ossian's Hall and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from The Hermitage.
Hotel in Portpatrick, Stranraer · 107.86 mi from centre
8.2
409 reviews
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Located in Stranraer, The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Dunskey Garden and Castle of St John. This hotel is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Stranraer Museum and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Mull of Galloway Trail - North.
Hotel in Melrose · 33.22 mi from centre
8.6
728 reviews
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Located in Melrose, Dryburgh Abbey Hotel is on a river – a 4-minute walk from Dryburgh Abbey and within a 5-minute drive of Scott's View. This eco-friendly hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Smailholm Tower and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Earlston Library.
Hotel in Langbank, Port Glasgow · 54.05 mi from centre
7.8
927 reviews
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Located in Port Glasgow, Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Newark Castle and Bodden Boo. This golf hotel is 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from OVO Hydro and 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Loch Lomond.
Hotel in Edinburgh · 1.34 mi from centre
5.6
1,082 reviews
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A stay at Britannia Hotel Edinburgh places you in the heart of Edinburgh, within a 15-minute walk of Princes Street and George Street. This hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Royal Mile.
Hotel in Fort William · 94.70 mi from centre
7.0
1,000 reviews
With a stay at The Caledonian Hotel in Fort William, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ben Nevis and Loch Linnhe. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lochaber Geopark and 2 mi (3.3 km) from West Highland Way.
Hotel in Bo'ness · 16.87 mi from centre
8.0
475 reviews
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Located in Bo'ness, Richmond Park Hotel is in the historical district – a 4-minute drive from West Lothian Golf Club and 7 minutes from Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa. This hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Linlithgow Burgh Halls and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from St. Michael's Parish Church.
Inn in Glencoe, Ballachulish · 89.07 mi from centre
8.2
135 reviews
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When you a stay at The Glencoe Inn in Glencoe, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Lochaber Geopark and Loch Leven. This inn is 22.9 mi (36.8 km) from Ben Nevis and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Glencoe Folk Museum.
Hotel in Pitlochry · 56.02 mi from centre
7.6
1,001 reviews
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With a stay at The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel in Pitlochry, you'll be in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Cairngorms National Park and Rob Roy Way - North. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bells Blair Athol Distillery and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Pitlochry Golf Club.
Hotel in Tarbet, Arrochar · 61.19 mi from centre
7.0
417 reviews
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Located in Arrochar, The Tarbet Hotel is in a national park – a 3-minute drive from Loch Long and 6 minutes from Loch Lomond and Cowal Way - East. This hotel is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Loch Lomond and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Loch Goil.
Hotel in Inverness City Centre, Inverness · 112.48 mi from centre
7.6
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With a stay at Mercure Inverness Hotel in Inverness (Inverness City Centre), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle and Victorian Market. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Eastgate Shopping Centre and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve.
Hotel in Ingliston, Newbridge · 6.74 mi from centre
8.6
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Located in Newbridge (Ingliston), Moxy Edinburgh Airport is within a 15-minute drive of Edinburgh Zoo and Princes Street. This eco-friendly hotel is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from George Street and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Grassmarket.
Hotel in Kingussie · 84.49 mi from centre
7.6
139 reviews
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Located in Kingussie, Columba House is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Kingussie Golf Club and Ruthven Barracks. This hotel is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Highland Folk Museum.
Hotel in Edinburgh · 0.69 mi from centre
8.6
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With a stay at Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from The Meadows and University of Edinburgh. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from National Museum of Scotland and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from St. Giles' Cathedral.
Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh · 0.24 mi from centre
9.0
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With a stay at ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square, you'll be centrally located in Edinburgh, steps from George Street and 10 minutes by foot from Royal Mile. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Princes Street.
Whether you’re looking to experience an out of this world dog walk or you’re in search of a quiet haven, Scotland is home to some incredible dog-friendly towns, villages and cities:
There are plenty of choices when it comes to dog-friendly accommodation but some of the most popular include Eden Locke, Kimpton Charlotte Square, and Cheval Old Town Chambers.
Yes, we recommend Novotel Edinburgh Park, DoubleTree Edinburgh Airport and Holiday Inn Express Royal Mile.
This depends on the hotel you choose, your preferred travel dates and the room type but if you have a budget in mind we can recommend properties.
Again, this depends on the hotel you choose but usually furry friends get a dog bed, dog bowl, treats and a blanket. Pup parents get a cosy bed themselves, an en-suite, and tea and coffee making facilities.
Yes, as well as countryside walks in the likes of the Scottish Borders and the Cairngorms National Park, there are also city adventures and dog-friendly attractions like Fyne Ales and Arthur’s Seat. We have a whole range of dog-friendly hotels that welcome your pups too.
If you're after self-catering, please check out the dog-friendly cottages in Scotland on our sister site.
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