If you’re thinking about a coastal getaway and wouldn’t dream of leaving your dog behind, the Isle of Wight is a fantastic choice. From sandy beaches and rugged cliffs to quiet villages and scenic country lanes, this island has something for every dog and owner. With plenty of dog-friendly hotels to choose from, you can plan a stay that mixes relaxation with adventure without leaving anyone behind.

1,122 properties

Hotel in Isle of Wight, Newport · 0.73 mi from centre
9.2
243 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Newport, One Holyrood Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Seaclose Park and Carisbrooke Castle. This hotel is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from New Forest National Park and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Gunwharf Quays.

Apartment in Cowes · 4.66 mi from centre
9.1
44 reviews
<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Blue Winds and Waves in Cowes offers a spacious apartment with a sun terrace, tennis court, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy sea views and a balcony, complemented by parquet floors and a private entrance. <h2>Modern Amenities</h2> The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee machine, dishwasher, and microwave. Additional amenities include a washing machine, private bathroom, and a work desk. Outdoor seating areas provide relaxation spaces. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 53 km from Southampton Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Carisbrooke Castle (7 km) and Blackgang Chine (24 km). Guests can engage in activities like hiking, kayaking, and canoeing. Highly rated for its convenient location and room cleanliness.

Hotel in Isle of Wight, Newport · 0.72 mi from centre
8.9
352 reviews
Situated in Newport, within 1.5 km of Carisbrooke Castle and 7 km of Osborne House, One Holyrood Hotel & Cafe offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi. Featuring a shared lounge, this property also offers guests breakfast, brunch and afternoon teas. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. One Holyrood Hotel & Cafe provides some rooms with garden views, and every room includes a kettle. All guest rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. One Holyrood Hotel & Cafe is licensed to serve wines, beers and spirits. One Holyrood Hotel & Cafe offers a terrace. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newport, like hiking.

Hotel in Portsmouth · 11.63 mi from centre
8.2
1,004 reviews
This property is offering a temporary discount on staysLate exclusive
Breakfast available
With a stay at ibis Portsmouth Centre, you'll be centrally located in Portsmouth, within a 5-minute drive of Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth International Port. This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and 14 mi (22.6 km) from South Downs National Park.

Hotel in Portsmouth · 11.15 mi from centre
8.0
1,007 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG in Portsmouth, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth International Port. This spa hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from HMS Victory and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Hotel in Shanklin · 7.20 mi from centre
8.4
197 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at The Q Hotel in Shanklin, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Shanklin Theatre and Shanklin Beach. This spa hotel is 18.2 mi (29.4 km) from Gunwharf Quays and 19.3 mi (31 km) from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Bed & breakfast in Bembridge · 9.35 mi from centre
7.8
28 reviews
Only 2 rooms left
Located in Bembridge, The Pilot Boat Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Bembridge Lifeboat Station and St Helens Duver. This bed & breakfast is 16.9 mi (27.1 km) from Gunwharf Quays and 17.9 mi (28.8 km) from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Apartment in Gosport · 10.53 mi from centre
8.6
8 reviews
When you stay at Spring Garden Apartments in Gosport, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Haslar Marina and Royal Navy Submarine Museum. This apartment is 12 mi (19.3 km) from Portsmouth International Port and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from South Downs National Park.

Apartment in Southsea, Portsmouth · 11.64 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
<h2>Spacious Accommodation</h2> Bright and Breezy in Portsmouth offers a spacious apartment with two bedrooms and a living room. The property features family rooms and a balcony with sea views. <h2>Modern Amenities</h2> Guests enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen with a washing machine, and a bathroom with free toiletries. Additional amenities include a dining area, work desk, and TV. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Eastney Beach is a 2-minute walk away, while Portsmouth Harbour lies 3.3 km from the apartment. Southampton Airport is 38 km distant. Nearby attractions include Port Solent Marina and Boatyard (12 km) and Chichester Cathedral (29 km).

Hotel in Beaulieu · 10.73 mi from centre
8.7
446 reviews
Breakfast available
The Montagu Arms dates back to 1742. It has a cosy, homely character and picturesque gardens. Staff offer excellent customer care and personal service. We source ingredients that reflect our love of the landscape that surrounds us and use them to craft dishes that will excite even the most discerning of diners. Our flavours are familiar foodie favourites, but always with a taste of the unexpected. Choose from the Terrace Restaurant, our elegant wood-panelled dining room; Monty’s Inn, our relaxed country pub welcoming families and pets; or enjoy an alfresco lunch in our charming English country garden.

Hotel in Southsea, Portsmouth · 11.42 mi from centre
8.3
412 reviews
Breakfast available
Situated just minutes from Southsea seafront and the centre of Portsmouth, Florence House is Portsmouth’s original boutique hotel, offering free WiFi and parking. A mix of on and off-road parking is available, reservation is required. All bedrooms and bathrooms are individually designed, offering stylish and comfortable furnishings. Each room boasts a LCD TV, and vegan friendly toiletries. The Florence House Hotel offers varied dining options including the Garden for indoor and outdoor dining. It is housed within a lovingly restored Edwardian house that has retained many original features. Florence House Hotel is the first hotel in The Mercer Collection group of boutique properties. The historic Mary Rose, HMS Victory, and HMS Warrior warships are less than a 10-minute drive away, along with the Blue Reef Aquarium. Gunwharf Quays Shopping Centre and Portsmouth Harbour Railway Station are also less than 10 minutes away by car. Due to the age of our building, we do not have lifts. If you are unable to manage stairs please contact the property directly. Please note, our restaurant is closed in the winter, opening from May - October. This is an annexe building - our reception, breakfast room and restaurant are located opposite the property.

Apartment in Portsmouth · 11.29 mi from centre
8.7
3 reviews
This property is offering a temporary discount on staysLimited Time Deal
Nest Studio Near Dockyard & Gunwharf is a beachfront property set in Portsmouth, 2 km from Southsea Common Beach and 200 metres from Mary Rose Museum. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Portsmouth Harbour. The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Port Solent Marina and Boatyard is 10 km from the apartment, while Ageas Bowl is 28 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 34 km away.

Apartment in Portsmouth · 11.29 mi from centre
9.0
1 review
This property is offering a temporary discount on staysLimited Time Deal
Situated in Portsmouth, just 2 km from Southsea Common Beach, Comftorble Studio By Historic Portsmouth Ships features beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. The property is around 300 metres from Portsmouth Harbour, 10 km from Port Solent Marina and Boatyard and 28 km from Ageas Bowl. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Mary Rose Museum. The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Chichester Train Station is 29 km from the apartment, while Chichester Cathedral is 29 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 34 km away.

Hotel in Shanklin · 7.22 mi from centre
9.2
92 reviews
This property is offering a temporary discount on staysTonight only: save 15%
Breakfast available
Located in Shanklin, The Fig Tree Shanklin is a 5-minute walk from Shanklin Chine and 5 minutes by foot from Shanklin Old Village. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Shanklin Beach and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Sandown Beach.

Apartment in Sandown · 6.92 mi from centre
9.4
30 reviews
When you stay at Parterre Holiday Apartments in Sandown, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Sandown Beach and Dinosaur Isle. This apartment is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Browns Golf Course and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Isle of Wight Zoo.

Bed and breakfast in Sandown · 6.95 mi from centre
8.6
220 reviews
Situated in Sandown and with Sandown Beach reachable within 500 metres, Whitecliff View features express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, water sports facilities, free WiFi and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to mini-golf. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, units include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast offers some units with sea views, and the units are fitted with a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and the bed and breakfast can arrange a car rental service. Blackgang Chine is 18 km from Whitecliff View, while Osborne House is 19 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 58 km away.

Holiday home in Southsea, Portsmouth · 11.24 mi from centre
9.4
10 reviews
A charming home in the heart of Southsea, a property with a garden, is located in Portsmouth, 1.8 km from Mary Rose Museum, 11 km from Port Solent Marina and Boatyard, as well as 29 km from Utilita Bowl. It is situated 1.6 km from Portsmouth Harbour and features private check-in and check-out. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Southsea Common Beach is 700 metres away. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with inner courtyard views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Chichester Train Station is 30 km from the holiday home, while Chichester Cathedral is 30 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 36 km away.

Hotel in Shanklin · 7.31 mi from centre
8.3
325 reviews
Situated within 400 metres of Shanklin Beach and 15 km of Blackgang Chine, Keats Green Hotel features rooms in Shanklin. The property is around 19 km from Osborne House, 4.6 km from The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and 5.2 km from Dinosaur Isle. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, and free private parking is available. At the hotel, the rooms include a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Keats Green Hotel also feature free WiFi, while some rooms have a sea view. All rooms in the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Amazon World Zoo Park is 5.8 km from Keats Green Hotel, while Robin Hill is 10 km from the property. Southampton Airport is 63 km away.

Bed and breakfast in Freshwater, Totland · 10.13 mi from centre
9.5
82 reviews
Breakfast available
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Featuring a garden and views of garden, Little Bassett Bed & Breakfast is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Totland, 200 metres from Colwell Beach. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a water park. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with slippers, a hair dryer and walk-in shower. A fridge and kettle are also available. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries and pancakes are available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast features a selection of packed lunches. Guests at Little Bassett Bed & Breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Totland, like cycling. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Blackgang Chine is 22 km from the accommodation, while Osborne House is 29 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 39 km away.

Hotel in Ventnor · 8.02 mi from centre
9.2
164 reviews
Breakfast available
Only 2 rooms left
With a stay at The Royal Hotel in Ventnor, you'll be in the historical district, just a 4-minute walk from Ventnor Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Ventnor Park. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from English Channel and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Steephill Cove Beach.
Dog-friendly hotels on the Isle of Wight are set up to make life easier for walkers, beach-goers and countryside explorers alike. Many are close to beaches, country lanes or village centres, so you can get out and enjoy your day without a long drive.
Here’s what you’ll usually find:
Pet-friendly rooms near walking routes Many hotels offer rooms that make it simple to head straight out for a walk, whether that’s along the coast or through country lanes. Ground-floor rooms and practical flooring make life easier after muddy or sandy adventures.
Access to beaches and countryside Hotels across the island put you close to both coastal paths and inland walking routes. That means you can mix gentle beach strolls with more energetic hikes in one stay.
Dog-friendly places to eat nearby From village pubs to seaside cafés, there are plenty of spots that welcome dogs. Hotels often have tips on where to grab lunch or a drink after a walk.
Extras for four-legged guests Some hotels provide bowls, towels or drying areas, which can be a lifesaver after a muddy or wet day exploring the island.
Overall, the Isle of Wight makes it easy to enjoy long walks, fresh sea air and relaxing evenings while keeping your dog comfortable and happy.
The Isle of Wight is all about fresh air and variety, which makes it perfect if your dog loves exploring. You can spend one day chasing waves on sandy shores and the next wandering through rolling countryside or along cliff-top paths.
You’ll find:
With so much variety packed into one island, the Isle of Wight is perfect if you like having lots of options without travelling far.
Here are some well-known options to help you get started:
Fountain Inn A classic hotel in the heart of Cowes. Dog-friendly rooms are available, and you’re close to beaches, coastal walks and local pubs.
The Royal Hotel, Ventnor A welcoming hotel near Ventnor’s town centre. Dogs are allowed in selected rooms, and you can easily explore the nearby coastline or countryside paths.
The Hambrough, Ventnor A charming seafront hotel with dog-friendly rooms and plenty of space for walks along the beach or cliff paths.
Policies vary, so it’s always best to check the latest details before you book, especially if you’ve got a larger dog or plan to bring more than one.
Have a look through our dog-friendly hotels on the Isle of Wight and pick the stay that suits your plans. Whether you’re after coastal views, countryside calm or a mix of both, you’ll find hotels where you and your four-legged companion can enjoy the island together.
The Isle of Wight has lots of pet-friendly rooms to choose from but two of the most popular include The Queens Hotel and Passford House Hotel.
For a romantic break in the Isle of Wight, we recommend The Royal Hotel, Fountain Inn or The Angel & Blue Pig.
This will depend on the hotel you stay at and your preferred travel dates but, if you have a budget, we can recommend suitable accommodation.
This depends on the hotel you choose but typically pups are treated to dog beds, dog blankets, and dog toys. Owners get comfy beds, tea and coffee making facilities, en-suites and even a balcony in some cases.
For great views, we recommend Houseboat Eleuthera or the OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel.
Discover the captivating history of Carisbrooke Castle, an iconic fortress nestled in the scenic Isle of Wight. Immerse yourself in medieval tales, explore the impressive ramparts, and meet the famous castle inhabitants - the resident donkeys. With stunning views and interactive exhibits, this historic site offers a memorable experience for all.
Address: Castle Hill, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XY
Embark on a prehistoric adventure at Dinosaur Isle, where you can marvel at real fossils, interactive displays, and life-sized dinosaur reconstructions. Uncover the secrets of the Jurassic era through captivating exhibits and engage in educational activities. Perfect for families and dinosaur enthusiasts alike.
Address: Culver Parade, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 8QA.
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