Pet friendly accommodation in Scotland

Malmaison, Dundee

Explore the delights of Dundee with your pet and enjoy a stay at the Malmaison – a charming boutique hotel perched on the banks of the River Tay. You are welcome to bring your pets along and well-behaved dogs are welcome at all Malmaison Hotels – just make sure you notify the hotel before you arrive.

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Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness

Your pup will love a stay at the dog friendly Kingsmills Hotel in the Highland capital of Inverness. Offering a variety of ground-floor and patio rooms with direct access to a garden, you and your furry friend can enjoy the calm and tranquil atmosphere that the area has to offer.

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Pine Trees Hotel, Perthshire

It’s not just you that deserves a spot of luxury, your pet does too! Treat yourself to a getaway to the heart of Highland Perthshire with a stay at the Pine Trees Hotel in Pitlochry. Your four-legged friends are just as welcome as you are – please let them know in advance and they can allocate you a dog friendly room.

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Ardlearag, near Ullapool

The northwest Highlands is a beautiful place to discover with the pup. Enjoy a stay at Ardlearag – a contemporary cottage with incredible views of the surrounding area and plenty of nearby trails and routes to explore - perfect for a family getaway any time of the year.

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The Bothy, Dunning, Perthshire

Book an escape to this cosy bothy overlooking the stunning landscapes of Perthshire. This dog friendly stay offers an enclosed garden with wealth of places to explore and things to do on your doorstep. Please be mindful of the animals in nearby fields.

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Viking Cottage, Glenuig, Fort William

You and your furry friend will love the west coast of Scotland, with an array of island adventures and beaches to explore just a stone’s throw away. This lovely cottage is a great choice for a relaxing getaway and welcomes one well-behaved pooch too.

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South Segganwell Cottage, Ayrshire

If you’ve ever dreamed of a castle stay, you’re in luck. Situated in the splendid grounds of Culzean Castle, this homely cottage welcomes two well-behaved pups and has coastal trails and rocky shores to explore nearby too.

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Hostelling Scotland

Go ‘woofhostelling’ with a range of adventures waiting for you and your furry friend. Your pooch can enjoy dog treats on arrival, water stations, a drying room, comfortable lounges and plenty of exploring waiting to happen. Hostelling Scotland offers a range of dog friendly accommodation, including Cairngorm Lodge, Gairloch Sands, Kirkwall, Lochranza, Ratagan and Torridon, to name a few.

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Scottish Hostels

You’re not short on choice for dog friendly accommodation in Scotland, especially welcoming hostels that are budget-friendly too. Scottish Hostels offers a range of choices that you and your pup can enjoy, with warm, cosy rooms to dry off in and relax after a day of exploring – some even have a roaring log fire to enjoy too. It’s always best to check ahead with your desired hostel to check for availability and terms and conditions.

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Dungarthill House, Dunkeld

Indulge in a spot of luxury with a stay at Dungarthill House. Nestled in the town of Dunkeld, this elegant Victorian country house boast a rustic Scottish feel and is ideal for family gatherings. Well-behaved dogs are allowed but must be picked up after.

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Castle Kennedy Gardens – Balker Lodge, Stranraer

Stay in the ground of Castle Kennedy in Balker Lodge – a beautifully restored woodland cottage with historic features and picturesque gardens. With Castle Kennedy Gardens and Lochinch Castle Country Estate on your doorstep, there are plenty of scenic spots for you and the pooch to enjoy.

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Boutique Farm Bothies, Aberdeenshire

Head to Aberdeenshire for a unique stay on a farm. These bothies offer up a spot of glamour and luxury, compared to other glamping pods, and encourage its visitors to slow down and enjoy countryside living. Well-behaved pups are welcome and a doggie bag with a towel, blanket and bowls are provided too. Please also be mindful of livestock and animals in nearby fields.

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Scotland's got everything you'll need for a relaxing pet friendly holiday, with dog friendly attractions and scenic walking routes, as well as lots of pubs and cafés where your pooch will feel right at home!

BEFORE YOU BOOK YOUR PET FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION

• Check what the walks are like in the local area. Do you want beaches, woodland, lochs, mountains or rolling countryside for your pet friendly break?
• If you want to take your dog with you when you go for a meal, check whether there are any dog friendly places to eat close by.
• Think about whether you want your accommodation to have an enclosed garden.

THINGS TO BRING WITH YOU

• Meals and bowls.
• Toys and treats.
• Your dog's bed.
• Old towels - to dry wet paws before you come in from a walk.
• Blankets - to cover furniture if you think your dog is likely to jump up on vacant chairs and sofas. (It'll make tidying up at the end of your holiday a lot easier too!)

The Great Outdoors

Across Scotland

How can you resist Scotland’s stunning beaches, lochs, glens, mountains and woodlands? Picture crisp blue waters, glistening lochs and lochan, towering hills and mountains to conquer and leafy trails to explore too. 

Tip – You and your dog have the right to walk almost anywhere in Scotland, so long as you stick to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Make sure you have a read before you and your pup head out and always ensure clean up after your pup and be mindful of other people too.

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Dog-friendly attractions & eateries

Across Scotland

There are many Scottish attractions that also allow your dog to join in the fun too. Travel back in time at Inveraray Jail, one of the most well-preserved jail and courtrooms in the world, head on a boat tour of Loch Katrine onboard the Sir Walter Scott Steamship, or admire the incredible feat of engineering at The Kelpies in Falkirk.  All those activities can make a dog-friendly day out tiring! Head to a nearby café, restaurant or bar to tuck into some delicious local produce or healthy lunch where your pooch is more than welcome – granted they’re on their best behaviour! Head to Stonehaven near Aberdeen for some special doggy ice cream from Aunty Betty’s.

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Islands

Coastal

Did you know you can take your pooch across to the islands with you? CalMac ferries allows pets onboard free of charge, meaning you can take your furry family with you. The islands are great for a walking, cycling, or even just a sight-seeing adventure, and now they’ll be even better with your pooch by your side.

Find out more about travelling with pets on the CalMac website