If you’re dreaming of a Dorset getaway where your dog can come along for every adventure, you’re in the right place. From golden beaches to rolling countryside and quaint seaside towns, Dorset offers a mix of relaxing and active days out. With plenty of dog-friendly hotels along the coast and inland, it’s easy to plan a break that suits both you and your four-legged companion.

2,937 properties

Aparthotel in Burton Bradstock, Bridport · 12.23 mi from centre
9.5
233 reviews
Offering a garden and sea view, Chesil Beach Lodge Burton Bradstock Dorset DT64RJ is located in Bridport, 1.4 km from Hive Beach and 11 km from Golden Cap. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer, while the kitchen features a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, all units have bed linen and towels. Monkey World is 41 km from the aparthotel, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 21 km away. Exeter International Airport is 60 km from the property.

Guesthouse in Weymouth · 6.61 mi from centre
8.0
72 reviews
With a stay at Timrick Lodge Hotel in Weymouth, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Weymouth Bay. This guest house is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Durdle Door and 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from Lulworth Cove.

Hotel in Dorchester · 11.33 mi from centre
9.8
115 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Dorchester, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Clay Pigeon Raceway and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This luxury hotel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Mapperton Gardens and 8.4 mi (13.4 km) from Cerne Abbas Giant.

Hotel in West Lulworth, Wareham · 10.29 mi from centre
9.4
12 reviews
Breakfast available
Only 5 rooms left
Located in Wareham, Durdle Door Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Dorset and East Devon Coast and Lulworth Cove Beach. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lulworth Cove and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Corfe Castle.

Bed and breakfast in Hilton, Ansty · 9.60 mi from centre
8.6
320 reviews
Breakfast available
Offering garden views, Pleck Barn B&B is an accommodation set in Ansty, 37 km from Poole Harbour and 38 km from Weymouth Harbour. With free private parking, the property is 20 km from Monkey World and 36 km from Corfe Castle. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast serves an à la carte and continental breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. As an added convenience, Pleck Barn B&B offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Bournemouth International Centre is 43 km from the accommodation. Bournemouth Airport is 45 km away.

Hotel in Bridport · 14.02 mi from centre
9.0
305 reviews
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When you a stay at The Bull Hotel in Bridport, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Bridport Tourist Information Centre and Bridport Arts Centre. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bridport Museum and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sladers Yard.

Hotel in Weymouth · 6.65 mi from centre
7.1
1,965 reviews
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Breakfast available
Situated on Weymouth's Seafront and the Jurassic coast, the Jubilee Hotel offers sea views, a family-friendly atmosphere, a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi and clean comfortable en-suite rooms and lots of Facilities. Built in 1855, The Jubilee Hotel was originally part of Victora Terrace and is a Georgian Grade II Listed Building full of character and history. All bedrooms have ensuite facilities and have been furnished with style and functionality in mind. With The Secret Garden Spa we offer massages, facials, nail treatments and spa body treatments. The Secret Garden Spa has 3 treatment rooms, 2 couples suites, a designated nail treatment space and a Secret Garden tucked away with Hot tub, Sauna, and Sun Loungers. Our treatments are curated by our in-house beauty team. We have on-site The Three Chimneys Smokehouse and Grill Restaurant & Bar. It offers fresh local produce, home-smoked meats and a good selection of beers, wines, spirits, cocktails, mocktails and soft drinks. We serve breakfast each morning, dinner each evening and a carvery from midday Sunday. We also offer some form of entertainment in the evenings, so why not join in the fun? We have a 24 hour Reception and our staff are always here to help so please do not be afraid to approach as we will do our best meet all your expectations for a comfortable, relaxing, and enjoyable stay. Please don't hesitate to speak to one of our team at any time. Please see Fine Print for more information about dogs, parking options, cots, mobility requests and other common questions.

Inn in West Lulworth, Wareham · 10.20 mi from centre
9.4
94 reviews
Breakfast available
Only 2 rooms left
With a stay at Lulworth Cove Inn in Wareham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. This inn is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Corfe Castle and 14 mi (22.6 km) from Weymouth Beach.

Inn in Dorchester · 1.26 mi from centre
9.2
89 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Duchess of Cornwall Inn in Dorchester, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and The Keep Military Museum. This inn is 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Lulworth Cove and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Borough Gardens.

Hotel in Weymouth · 6.65 mi from centre
7.2
392 reviews
Breakfast available
Only 3 rooms left
With a stay at The Jubilee Hotel East- with Spa Facilities, you'll be centrally located in Weymouth, within a 5-minute drive of Weymouth Beach and Jubilee Clock Tower of Weymouth. This beach hotel is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Durdle Door and 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Lulworth Cove.

Bed & breakfast in Bridport · 13.85 mi from centre
9.6
170 reviews
Breakfast available
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With a stay at Bridge House Hotel in Bridport, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Bridport Tourist Information Centre and Bridport Arts Centre. This bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Bridport Museum and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sladers Yard.

Hotel in Weymouth · 6.65 mi from centre
7.1
583 reviews
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Breakfast available
Situated on Weymouth's stunning Seafront and the beautiful Jurassic coast, the Jubilee Hotel West was built in 1855 and is a Grade II listed building full of character and with architectural significance. What this means is we have done our best to make the hotel modern, comfortable and welcoming whilst honouring the buildings beauty. This means that as this building was not purpose built as a hotel every single room is unique (and not all have wheelchair access). We have grouped our rooms into Bronze, Silver and Gold Tiered Rooms all designed to match our customers expectations and requirements and then these are split into additional room types based on the occupancy and beds in the room and the view out the window with some offering Seaview’s over Weymouth Bay. All our rooms are ensuite with showers, with a very limited number of rooms with additional baths. The Jubilee Hotel offers a family-friendly atmosphere, a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, the opportunity to add on Escape Dungeons, spa treatments and hot tub garden experiences, a smokehouse and grill bar with pool table and beer garden, and clean comfortable rooms. With The Secret Garden Spa open the door to a tranquil reality. Indulge and book (for a charge £) one of our signature massages, facials, nail treatments and spa body treatments. The Secret Garden Spa has 3 treatment rooms, 2 couple suites, a designated nail treatment space and a Secret Garden tucked away with Hot tub, Sauna and Sun Loungers. Our treatments are curated by our in-house beauty team with one goal: “it’s all about you”. Say “Hello” to beautiful treatments, a secret space where you can escape, relax and unwind from the world. Indulge yourself in the flavours and aromas of our on-site Three Chimneys Smokehouse and Grill Restaurant & Bar. It offers fresh local produce, unique home-smoked meats and a good selection of beers, wines, spirits, cocktails, mocktails and soft drinks. We serve breakfast each morning, dinner each evening and a scrumptious carvery from midday Sunday. We also offer some form of entertainment on most evenings, so why not join in the fun? Parking is not included in the cost of your accommodation; however, we have 5 onsite parking options, which operate of a first come first served basis and a team who will do their utmost to advise you. On arrival, please arrive at the rear of the property where our Reception and car parks are located and then our Reception Team will offer you all available car parking options and you can choose for yourself which one suits you best. These include 2 onsite car parks that are £10 per night; a pay and display at the front of the hotel; free parking at 2 long stay car parks close to the hotel; free on street parking close to the hotel; or free blue badge parking on permit spaces or the pay and display surrounding the hotel. For more detailed information please read our fine print. Most of the time our guests get their first choice but on Summer Weekends and the School Holidays our last 10-15 arrivals out of 77 rooms may occasionally get their second, third or fourth choice on the first night and we can then get them their first choice the next morning. Our staff are helpful and approachable and will go the extra mile to meet all your expectations for a comfortable, relaxing and enjoyable stay. Please don't hesitate to speak to one of our team at any time.

Bed and breakfast in Weymouth · 6.25 mi from centre
9.7
119 reviews
Located in Weymouth, 1.5 km from Weymouth Beach and 3.7 km from Weymouth Harbour, Weymouth Vegan B&B provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. Featuring a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with DVD player. Golden Cap is 40 km from the bed and breakfast and Portland Castle is 10 km away. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and shower. At the bed and breakfast, all units include bed linen and towels. Available, the breakfast at the property includes vegan dishes along with a selection of fruits and juice. Monkey World is 24 km from the bed and breakfast, while Corfe Castle is 36 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 58 km from the property.
Bed and breakfast in Bridport · 13.85 mi from centre
9.0
413 reviews
Breakfast available
Situated in Bridport, just 5 minutes’ drive from the coast, we offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Weymouth can be reached in 30 minutes by car. Rooms at The Bridge House are timeless and classic, furnished and retain original features like old, wooden beams. Other facilities include a flat-screen TV, hairdryer, and free toiletries. There is The Basement Bar open Mon - Sat serving drinks, Pizzas and Burgers. The Potting Shed Bar & Kitchen is open during the summer months. Lyme Regis Golf Club is a 15-minute drive from the building, and Dorchester can be reached in less than 25 minutes by car. Yeovil is 40 minutes’ drive away.

Bed and breakfast in West Bay · 14.35 mi from centre
9.2
105 reviews
Situated in West Bay and only 200 metres from West Bay Beach, The Loft at Seacroft features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring a garden, the property is located within 30 km of Weymouth Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is set 8.3 km from Golden Cap. The spacious bed and breakfast has a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. The breakfast offers continental, vegetarian options and fresh pastries and juice are being served. Dining options are available close to the bed and breakfast. Monkey World is 49 km from The Loft at Seacroft, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 18 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 57 km away.
Bed and breakfast in Weymouth · 6.33 mi from centre
8.9
1,228 reviews
Located in Weymouth, 600 metres from Weymouth Beach, The George B & B has a shared lounge, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access. Built in 19th century, this 3-star bed and breakfast is within 24 km of Monkey World and 37 km of Corfe Castle. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a kettle. Every unit includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the bed and breakfast have a patio. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels. The breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options. Golden Cap is 39 km from the bed and breakfast, while Portland Castle is 9.4 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 58 km from the property.

Apartment in West Bay · 14.36 mi from centre
8.9
34 reviews
Paradise Heights, a property with a garden, is situated in West Bay, 8.4 km from Golden Cap, 30 km from Weymouth Harbour, as well as 49 km from Monkey World. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from West Bay Beach. The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with garden views. The property has an outdoor dining area. Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 18 km from the apartment, while Portland Castle is 32 km away. Exeter International Airport is 57 km from the property.

Apartment in West Bay · 14.38 mi from centre
8.6
74 reviews
Westpoint Dog Friendly Apartments is a beachfront property set in West Bay, 200 metres from West Bay Beach and 8.5 km from Golden Cap. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The apartment has family rooms. Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a well-fitted kitchen, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units include bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at Westpoint Dog Friendly Apartments will be able to enjoy activities in and around West Bay, like cycling and fishing. Weymouth Harbour is 30 km from the accommodation, while Monkey World is 49 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 57 km away.

Inn in Dorchester, Evershot · 11.41 mi from centre
8.9
127 reviews
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Situated in Evershot, 27 km from Golden Cap, The Acorn Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a bowling alley. The property is non-smoking and is set 44 km from Monkey World. The inn offers a barbecue. You can play darts at The Acorn Inn, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Sherborne Old Castle is 25 km from the accommodation, while Athelhampton House is 30 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 67 km away.

Apartment in Weymouth · 7.32 mi from centre
8.5
132 reviews
Housed in a historic building, Sea breeze holiday apartment offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Weymouth, 400 metres from Weymouth Beach. The property is situated 25 km from Monkey World, 37 km from Corfe Castle and 42 km from Golden Cap. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.4 km from Weymouth Harbour. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. The tiled floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at the apartment. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Portland Castle is 7.6 km from Sea breeze holiday apartment, while Portland Museum is 11 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 59 km away.
Dog-friendly hotels in Dorset are set up for guests who love the outdoors. Whether you pick a beachside retreat or a country inn, you’ll find accommodations that balance comfort with practicality.
Here’s what’s typically on offer:
Overall, staying in Dorset tends to feel relaxed and informal, giving you and your dog plenty of chances to enjoy fresh air, scenery and new experiences.
Dorset is all about outdoor space and fresh air, making it ideal if your dog loves to explore. The coastline features miles of sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, while the countryside offers gentle trails through heathland, woods and charming villages.
Many beaches welcome dogs year-round or outside the busiest summer months, so you can enjoy sand runs or waterside strolls without hassle. Popular walking routes, such as the South West Coast Path or the Jurassic Coast trails, give you a mix of scenic vistas and safe paths for your dog.
Seaside towns like Lyme Regis, Weymouth and Swanage are known for their relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere. Cafés, pubs and shops often welcome dogs, so you can stop for a coffee or a bite to eat during your adventures. Dorset is a county that encourages long walks, beach romps and exploration at your own pace, making it perfect for dog-friendly holidays.
Here are a few options to help you plan your stay:
The Redcliff, Weymouth A stylish seaside hotel with dog-friendly rooms and quick access to Weymouth Beach, perfect for walks along the bay.
Mariners Hotel, Lyme Regis Set close to the Jurassic Coast, this characterful hotel welcomes dogs and is a great base for cliff-top trails and harbour strolls.
The Pines Hotel Overlooking the coast, this hotel offers pet-friendly rooms and easy access to the South West Coast Path and Swanage town centre.
The Kings Arms, Dorchester A cosy country inn that’s happy to host dogs and provides easy access to countryside walks and village trails.
Policies can vary, so it’s a good idea to check details before booking, especially if you’re travelling with more than one dog.
Take a look through our dog-friendly hotels in Dorset and pick a stay that suits your plans. Whether you’re here for beach walks, countryside trails or exploring charming seaside towns, you’ll find plenty of places where both you and your four-legged companion can relax and enjoy Dorset together.
Dorset has lots of options when it comes to pet-friendly rooms. Some of our favourites include The Spice Ship, Plumber Manor Hotel and The Countryman Inn.
For great views, we recommend The Smugglers Inn, The Gaggle of Geese Pub and The Fontmell.
For countryside adventures, it’s got to be The Fox Inn, True Lovers Knot or the Summer Lodge Country House Hotel.
This depends on the hotel as well as your travel dates, room type and a few other factors.
Again, this will depend on the hotel but dogs usually get a bed, dog food, a blanket and some toys. Pet parents get their very own cosy bed, an en-suite room, and tea and coffee making facilities to name a few.
Discover the enchanting ruins of Corfe Castle, a medieval stronghold with a fascinating history. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of knights and kings as you explore the ancient halls and towers. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and delve into the castle's rich past.
Address: The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5EZ
Embark on a journey to Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, a stunning coastal paradise. Marvel at the natural beauty of the horseshoe-shaped cove and the iconic limestone arch. Explore the picturesque trails, relax on the golden sands, and take a refreshing dip in the turquoise waters.
Address: Lulworth Estate, West Lulworth, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5QS

