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 luxury 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, spa facilities 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 B&B rooms and luxury apart-hotels in 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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Hotel in Newcastle City Center, Newcastle-upon-Tyne · 91.36 mi from centre
8.2
1,002 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, steps from St. James' Park and within a 5-minute drive of Quayside. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Chinatown.
Hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne · 92.10 mi from centre
9.0
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Located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne (Quayside), Malmaison Newcastle is steps from Quayside and a 5-minute drive from St. James' Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from High Level Bridge.
Hotel in Oban · 93.57 mi from centre
7.0
1,002 reviews
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A stay at The Great Western Hotel places you in the heart of Oban, within a 15-minute walk of Oban Ferry Terminal and St. John's Cathedral. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Oban War and Peace Museum.
Hotel in Kendal · 115.35 mi from centre
7.6
769 reviews
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Located in Kendal, Days Inn by Wyndham Kendal Killington Lake is on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Westmorland County Showground and Arnside and Silverdale. This hotel is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 23.6 mi (37.9 km) from Lake Windermere.
Hotel in St. Andrews · 30.87 mi from centre
9.2
1,002 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in St. Andrews, Fairmont St Andrews is by the sea – a 2-minute drive from St Andrews Bay and 6 minutes from St. Andrew's Cathedral. This family-friendly hotel is 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from The Fife Coastal Path and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from University of St. Andrews.
Hotel in Kelso · 38.27 mi from centre
8.4
410 reviews
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Only 4 rooms left
A stay at Ednam House Hotel places you in the heart of Kelso, steps from Kelso Abbey and Borders Abbeys Way. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kelso Old Parish Church and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Floors Castle.
Hotel in Berwick-upon-Tweed · 47.41 mi from centre
8.6
190 reviews
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With a stay at The Castle Hotel in Berwick-upon-Tweed, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of The Maltings Theatre and Cinema and Berwick's Walls. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Berwick-upon-Tweed Town Hall and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cell Block Museum.
Hotel in Biggar · 36.56 mi from centre
8.2
628 reviews
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With a stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Abington M74 in Biggar, you'll be 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Tinto Hill Cairn and 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Biggar Gasworks. This hotel is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Biggar Puppet Theatre and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Falls of the Clyde.
Hotel in Inverness City Centre, Inverness · 112.48 mi from centre
7.8
1,000 reviews
Breakfast available
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 Bridge of Allan, Stirling · 31.57 mi from centre
8.2
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With a stay at Stirling Court Hotel in Stirling, you'll be connected to the convention centre, within a 10-minute drive of Stirling Castle and University of Stirling. This golf hotel is 12 mi (19.3 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Airthrey Golf Course.
Hotel in Fort William · 94.78 mi from centre
8.8
763 reviews
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With a stay at The Garrison 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 West Highland Way and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lochaber Geopark Visitor Centre.
Hotel in Inverness City Centre, Inverness · 112.75 mi from centre
9.2
612 reviews
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A stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness places you in the heart of Inverness, within a 15-minute walk of Inverness Castle and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Victorian Market and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.
Hotel in Central Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 91.99 mi from centre
8.2
1,004 reviews
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With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Aberdeen, within a 10-minute drive of University of Aberdeen and Aberdeen Music Hall. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St. Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Prince Albert the Prince Consort.
Hotel in Carlisle · 73.82 mi from centre
8.4
1,001 reviews
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With a stay at Crown and Mitre Hotel in Carlisle, you'll be just steps from Green Market and Carlisle Guildhall. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Carlisle Cathedral and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Tullie House Museum and Gallery.
Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh · 0.24 mi from centre
9.0
1,001 reviews
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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 3 minutes by foot from Princes Street. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Royal Mile and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Edinburgh Castle.
Hotel in Hexham · 76.13 mi from centre
7.4
349 reviews
With a stay at The George Hotel in Hexham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Northumberland National Park and Mithras-Tempel. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Chesters Roman Fort and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Hexham Abbey.
Hotel in Dunblane · 33.81 mi from centre
8.2
998 reviews
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When you stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro in Dunblane, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Stirling Castle and Blair Drummond Safari Park. This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Cathedral Museum.
Hotel in Lockerbie · 51.39 mi from centre
8.0
647 reviews
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When you stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Lockerbie Annandale Water in Lockerbie, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lockerbie Ice Rink and Southern Upland Way Trailhead. This hotel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Lockerbie Golf Club and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from Lochmaben Golf Club.
Hotel in Seaburn, Sunderland · 100.27 mi from centre
8.6
1,001 reviews
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With a stay at Grand Hotel Sunderland in Sunderland (Seaburn), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Stadium of Light and 6 minutes from Sunderland Empire. This beach hotel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Port Of Tyne and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Gateshead Millennium Bridge.
Hotel in Edinburgh · 1.34 mi from centre
5.8
1,148 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 Edinburgh International Conference Centre. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from George Street and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Princes Street Gardens.
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 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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