Dog Friendly Hotels in Northern Ireland

If you’re planning a Northern Ireland getaway and can’t imagine leaving your dog behind, you’re in luck. From rugged coastlines and serene loughs to charming towns and historic sites, Northern Ireland offers plenty of spots where both you and your dog can explore and unwind. With a good selection of dog-friendly hotels across the region, it’s easy to enjoy a stress-free break together.

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Marine Hotel Ballycastle
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Hotel in Ballycastle · 30.51 mi from centre

8.0

 

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With a stay at Marine Hotel Ballycastle in Ballycastle, you'll be next to a golf course, just a 4-minute walk from Marconi Memorial and 5 minutes by foot from Rathlin Island Ferry. This golf hotel is 14.1 mi (22.8 km) from Giant's Causeway and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ballycastle Beach.

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Travelodge Belfast Central
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Hotel in Belfast Central District, Belfast · 25.99 mi from centre

7.8

 

1,000 reviews

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With a stay at Travelodge Belfast Central, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, within a 5-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Queen's University of Belfast. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Ulster Hall and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crumlin Road Gaol Belfast.

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Malmaison Belfast
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Hotel in Belfast Central District, Belfast · 26.13 mi from centre

8.4

 

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With a stay at Malmaison Belfast, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, within a 5-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Queen's University of Belfast. This boutique hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Albert Memorial Clock and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Belfast Customs House.

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The Marcus Portrush, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Hotel in Portrush · 29.66 mi from centre

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With a stay at The Marcus Portrush, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Portrush, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Portrush Golf Club and Barry's Amusements. This hotel is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Giant's Causeway and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Portrush West Strand Beach.

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Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn
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Hotel in Aghadowey, Coleraine · 17.84 mi from centre

9.4

 

141 reviews

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Located in Coleraine, Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn is within a 15-minute drive of Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden and Causeway Speciality Market. This golf hotel is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Benvarden Garden and 15 mi (24.2 km) from Mussenden Temple.

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Hilton Belfast hotel
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Hotel in Belfast Waterfront, Belfast · 26.41 mi from centre

8.6

 

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With a stay at Hilton Belfast hotel, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, steps from Waterfront Hall and St. George's Market. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Belfast City Hall and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Crumlin Road Gaol Belfast.

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Brookhall Cottages
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Cottage in Lisburn · 23.08 mi from centre

8.6

 

16 reviews

Located in Lisburn, Brookhall Cottages is on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Lisburn Leisure Park and Lisburn Cathedral. This cottage is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Titanic Belfast and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Queen's University of Belfast.

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AC Hotels by Marriott Belfast
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Hotel in Belfast · 26.10 mi from centre

9.0

 

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With a stay at AC Hotels by Marriott Belfast, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, within a 5-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Queen's University of Belfast. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Obel and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Big Fish.

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Oatlands Self Catering Cottages
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Cottage in County Down, Hillsborough · 26.47 mi from centre

9.8

 

11 reviews

Located in Hillsborough, Oatlands Self Catering Cottages is within a 10-minute drive of Hillsborough Fort and St Malachy's Parish Church. This cottage is 14.1 mi (22.6 km) from Queen's University of Belfast and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Hillsborough Castle.

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room2 Belfast Hometel
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Hotel in Belfast Central District, Belfast · 25.90 mi from centre

9.6

 

674 reviews

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Room2 Belfast Hometel is centrally located in Belfast – a 4-minute walk from Belfast City Hall and 5 minutes by foot from Victoria Square Shopping Centre. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Grand Opera House and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Queen's University of Belfast.

Cozy Room in Quiet Cul-de-Sac Near City Centre
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Homestay in Belfast · 24.48 mi from centre

5.7

 

10 reviews

Located 6 km from Titanic Belfast, 6 km from SSE Arena and 2.3 km from St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast, Cozy Room in Quiet Cul-de-Sac Near City Centre provides accommodation set in Belfast. With free private parking, the property is 4.1 km from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 4.9 km from The Waterfront Hall. St. Annes Cathedral Belfast is 3.4 km away and Customs House Belfast is 4.1 km from the homestay. At the homestay, the units are fitted with a wardrobe. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bath and free toiletries, units at the homestay also offer free WiFi. At the homestay, all units come with bed linen and towels. Ulster Museum is 4.8 km from the homestay, while Botanic Gardens Belfast is 5.1 km away. George Best Belfast City Airport is 8 km from the property.

Ultra Urban Belfast Apartments
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Apartment in Queens Quarter, Belfast · 26.42 mi from centre

9.3

 

461 reviews

In the Queens Quarter district of Belfast, close to The Belfast Empire Music Hall, Ultra Urban Belfast Apartments features water sports facilities and a washing machine. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a balcony. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The units in the apartment complex are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels. For those nights when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered. You can play table tennis, squash and mini-golf at the apartment, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. If you would like to discover the area, canoeing, hiking and pub crawls are possible in the surroundings and Ultra Urban Belfast Apartments can arrange a car rental service. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include The Waterfront Hall, Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens Belfast. George Best Belfast City Airport is 6 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn
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Hotel in Aghadowey · 17.59 mi from centre

9.0

 

134 reviews

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Situated in Aghadowey, 29 km from Giants Causeway, Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn all rooms are fitted with a TV with satellite channels. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the accommodation. Glenariff Forest Park is 42 km from Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn, while Glenariff Forest is 44 km from the property. City of Derry Airport is 39 km away.

The Old Flax Mill, Aghadowey
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Holiday home in Coleraine, Aghadowey · 19.78 mi from centre

9.7

 

3 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of river, The Old Flax Mill, Aghadowey is a holiday home situated in a historic building in Aghadowey, 28 km from Giants Causeway. The property features garden views and is 48 km from Glenariff Forest Park and 50 km from Glenariff Forest. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the holiday home, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and oven. Some of the units include a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. In some units there is a dressing room for guests to change in. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the holiday home. An indoor play area is also available at The Old Flax Mill, Aghadowey, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Mountsandel Fort is 13 km from the accommodation, while Portstewart Golf Club is 17 km away. City of Derry Airport is 41 km from the property.

The Boathouse
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Apartment in Donaghadee · 39.21 mi from centre

9.5

 

93 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, The Boathouse is set in Donaghadee, 26 km from The Waterfront Hall and 26 km from Titanic Belfast. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 26 km from SSE Arena. The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The Belfast Empire Music Hall is 31 km from the apartment, while Bangor Marina is 13 km from the property. George Best Belfast City Airport is 27 km away.

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The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat
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Hotel in Templepatrick, Ballyclare · 16.97 mi from centre

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With a stay at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat in Ballyclare, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Cave Hill Country Park. This spa hotel is 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from Queen's University of Belfast and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Antrim Forum Leisure Centre.

Kilcootry Barn
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Apartment in Omagh, Fintona · 37.52 mi from centre

9.5

 

8 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Kilcootry Barn is an apartment situated in a historic building in Fintona, 50 km from Beltany Stone Circle. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Each unit is fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a fireplace, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the apartment offers outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. The apartment also has outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day out in the open. Hilton Park Victorian Gardens is 41 km from Kilcootry Barn, while Monaghan Valley Pitch & Putt Club is 43 km away. City of Derry Airport is 76 km from the property.

Oatlands Self Catering Lets
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Holiday home in County Down, Hillsborough · 26.50 mi from centre

9.3

 

58 reviews

Set in Hillsborough, Oatlands Self Catering Lets is a recently renovated accommodation, 24 km from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 25 km from The Waterfront Hall. This 4-star holiday home offers private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, the units include bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the holiday home offers a baby safety gate. SSE Arena is 26 km from Oatlands Self Catering Lets, while Titanic Belfast is 26 km from the property. Belfast International Airport is 25 km away.

Gateway Abode Near City Centre w Street Parking
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Holiday home in Belfast · 27.52 mi from centre

9.7

 

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Situated 2.8 km from Titanic Belfast, Gateway Abode Near City Centre w Street Parking features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 3.1 km from The Waterfront Hall, 4.3 km from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 3.3 km from Customs House Belfast. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.8 km from SSE Arena. The 3-bedroom holiday home features a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. St. Annes Cathedral Belfast is 3.7 km from the holiday home, while Ulster Museum is 5 km from the property. George Best Belfast City Airport is 3 km away.

No2 at Rosebank Apartments
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Apartment in Inishowen Peninsula, Moville · 35.46 mi from centre

9.5

 

56 reviews

Offering a garden and quiet street view, No2 at Rosebank Apartments is located in Moville, 31 km from Guildhall and 31 km from Walls of Derry. This property offers access to a patio, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 1 km from Moville Beach. The spacious apartment with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the apartment can arrange a bicycle rental service. Buncrana Golf Club is 37 km from No2 at Rosebank Apartments, while Ballyliffin Golf Club is 27 km from the property.

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What you can expect from the dog-friendly hotels here

Dog-friendly hotels across Northern Ireland cater well to visitors who love the outdoors. Many are located close to beaches, hiking trails or town centres, so you can start your walk right from your doorstep. Fancy a city instead? Check out our dog friendly hotels in Belfast!

Here’s what you’ll usually find when staying in a Northern Ireland dog-friendly hotel:

  • Pet-friendly rooms near walking routes. Many hotels have rooms specifically for guests with dogs, often with quick access to the outdoors - ideal for muddy paws or early morning strolls.
  • Easy access to countryside and coastline. Hotels near the Causeway Coast, Mournes or Lough Neagh allow you to enjoy gentle walks or more challenging hikes without needing to drive far.
  • Dog-friendly places to eat nearby. Local pubs and cafés often welcome dogs, and hotel staff can point you towards the best spots for a meal after a long day of exploring.
  • Practical touches for dog stays. Bowls, towels, and drying areas are sometimes provided, making it easier to keep your dog comfortable after beach runs or rainy-day adventures.

Northern Ireland’s layout and outdoor focus make it simple to enjoy long walks, scenic views and relaxed evenings while keeping your dog happy.

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Why Northern Ireland is great for you and your dog

Northern Ireland’s mix of dramatic scenery and welcoming towns makes it perfect for travellers with dogs. Whether you want to stroll along beaches, hike through hills, or explore quaint villages, there’s plenty to see and do.

  • The Causeway Coast is packed with scenic walks and wide-open spaces where dogs can run freely.
  • Trails like the Gobbins Cliff Path or the Mourne Mountains offer spectacular views and exciting adventures for confident dogs.
  • Towns like Portrush and Bangor have dog-friendly cafés, pubs and shops, so grabbing a bite or a coffee with your pup is easy.

With coastlines, mountains and plenty of fresh air, Northern Ireland is a brilliant base for a dog-friendly break that balances adventure and relaxation.

A few popular dog-friendly hotels in Northern Ireland

Here are a few well-known options to help you get started:

  • The Marcus Portrush A traditional inn near the Giant’s Causeway. Dogs are welcome in selected rooms, and you’re close to famous walking trails and coastal scenery.
  • Marine Hotel, Ballycastle A welcoming hotel by the coast with dog-friendly rooms and easy access to the beach and local pubs.
  • The Home House A charming hotel offering dog-friendly rooms and a peaceful setting for walks around gardens and nearby countryside.

Policies vary, so it’s always worth double-checking before booking, especially if your dog is larger or you plan to bring more than one.

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Browse our dog-friendly hotels in Northern Ireland and discover the perfect base for your trip. Whether you’re chasing coastlines, hilltop views, or cosy evenings in a friendly town, you’ll find plenty of places where both you and your dog can relax and enjoy Northern Ireland together.


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Ulster Museum

Uncover the treasures of Ulster Museum in Belfast. Dive into Northern Ireland's rich history, art, and culture. From ancient relics to modern masterpieces, this museum offers a captivating journey. Perfect for culture enthusiasts, families, and anyone seeking to delve into the heritage of this beautiful land.

Address: Botanic Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5AB

Ulster American Folk Park

Step into history at the Ulster American Folk Park. Explore the journey of Irish emigrants to America through immersive exhibits and recreated village scenes. Experience the challenges, hopes, and dreams of those who made this epic voyage. A truly engaging and educational destination for all ages.

Address: 2 Mellon Rd, Omagh, BT78 5QU