Described as a land of big adventures, Northumberland has lots to discover. From ancient castles to rolling countryside, secluded beaches and bustling cities. This historic county is the perfect location for a holiday with friends, family, your better half or even a solo expedition. Whether you prefer the coast or country, you’ll get to enjoy the best of both worlds.
Spend a day in Bamburgh and take a walk along its dramatic coast - on clear days you can see out over to the nearby Farne Islands and Holy Island to the north. Head inland, and you’ll discover the most gorgeous woodlands in the Kielder Water & Forest Park. History buffs have plenty to enjoy too - including the iconic Alnwick Castle, Hadrian Wall and Bamburgh Castle which date back over 300 years.
Who better to explore this stunning landscape with than your four-legged friend? We’ve got a fabulous selection of dog-friendly hotels in Northumberland - from pet-friendly bed and breakfasts to classy boutique hotels worthy of five-star ratings. This includes the Inn Collection Group, the Macdonald Linden Hall Golf Hotel, the Warkworth House Hotel, Victoria Hotel Bamburgh, Beaumont Hotel, Slaley Hall Hotel, George Hotel and the Cottage Inn Hotel.
In need of some R&R? We’ve got fabulous hotels with swimming pools and spas for you to unwind in. Or perhaps, you’d like a hotel with a restaurant just a few minutes walk from a bustling market town like Morpeth town centre. From luxury suites, boutique retreats and budget-friendly Northumberland hotels, to relaxing breaks in the area’s finest country clubs and guest rooms in dog-friendly pubs like the Hog’s Head Inn, nothing is too much trouble.
Your pups will be right at home with dog beds, dog treats, food bowls and water - even in public areas. You won’t be left out either with a range of amenities such as breakfast in bed, tea and coffee making facilities, balconies and private bathrooms. Many of our city centre hotels even come with free parking and we have award-winning county hotels amidst Northumberland National Park too. So, what are you waiting for?
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Hotel in Seahouses · 21.44 mi from centre
9.2
393 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Beach House Hotel in Seahouses, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Bamburgh Castle and Seahouses Golf Club. This beach hotel is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Alnwick Castle and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Northumberland Coast.
Bed & breakfast in Otterburn, Newcastle-upon-Tyne · 12.03 mi from centre
8.8
124 reviews
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When you stay at Le Petit Chateau & William de Percy in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you'll be in a national park and within a 5-minute drive of Northumberland National Park. This bed & breakfast is 27.2 mi (43.7 km) from Alnwick Castle and 30.8 mi (49.6 km) from St. James' Park.
Hotel in Hexham · 21.03 mi from centre
7.4
343 reviews
Breakfast available
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Located in Hexham, The George Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Mithras-Tempel and Chesters Roman Fort. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Northumberland National Park and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Hexham Abbey.
Inn in Amble · 12.68 mi from centre
8.4
1,318 reviews
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Located in Amble, 15 km from Alnwick Castle, The Amble Inn - The Inn Collection Group provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star inn offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 37 km from Bamburgh Castle. Guest rooms at the inn are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. Northumbria University is 45 km from The Amble Inn - The Inn Collection Group, while St James' Park is 45 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 42 km from the property.
Cabin in Newton by the Sea, Alnwick · 18.03 mi from centre
8.8
174 reviews
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With a stay at The Garden Rooms in Alnwick, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Bamburgh Castle and Embleton Tower. This cabin is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Alnwick Castle and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Embleton Bay.
Hotel in Wark · 19.70 mi from centre
8.9
1,055 reviews
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Converted from an 18th-century farmstead, Battlesteads is a stylish country inn with en suite rooms and an 80-seat restaurant. It is set in beautiful countryside close to the Roman Wall. The traditional inn retains a Northumbrian country atmosphere with beamed ceilings and cosy wood burning stove. A light and airy conservatory opens onto a patio and walled garden. Battlesteads is proud of its 'Green' credentials and has received a Gold Award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme.
Hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne · 20.02 mi from centre
7.6
941 reviews
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When you stay at Britannia Hotel Newcastle Airport in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. This hotel is 16.4 mi (26.5 km) from Beamish Open Air Museum and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Kingston Park Stadium.
Inn in Rothbury · 0.35 mi from centre
7.7
345 reviews
Breakfast available
Newcastle House Rothbury features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Rothbury. The accommodation provides karaoke and free WiFi. The units in the inn are equipped with a TV. Guest rooms at Newcastle House Rothbury are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. You can play darts at this 3-star inn, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Alnwick Castle is 20 km from the accommodation, while Bamburgh Castle is 47 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 40 km from the property.
Inn in Hexham · 18.69 mi from centre
9.2
69 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Hexham, Holly Bush Inn is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Bellingham Golf Club and Northumberland National Park. This inn is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Bellingham Heritage Centre and 7.9 mi (12.6 km) from Kielder Water and Forest Park.
Hotel in Morpeth · 14.64 mi from centre
8.3
371 reviews
Situated 23 km from Northumbria University, St Mary's Inn offers 4-star accommodation in Morpeth and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 24 km from Newcastle Train Station, the hotel with free WiFi is also 24 km away from The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from Theatre Royal. The hotel offers a sun terrace. You can play darts at St Mary's Inn. Utilita Arena is 25 km from the accommodation, while Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 25 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 25 km away.
Inn in Morpeth · 2.15 mi from centre
8.8
108 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Morpeth, The Three Wheat Heads is within a 5-minute drive of Crown Studio Gallery and Cragside Country Park. This inn is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Alnwick Castle and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from The Congregational.
Hotel in Hexham · 18.06 mi from centre
9.0
46 reviews
A stay at Riverdale Hall Hotel places you in the heart of Hexham – a 1-minute drive from Northumberland National Park and 11 minutes from Kielder Water and Forest Park. This hotel is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Chipchase Castle and 16.3 mi (26.3 km) from Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall.
Inn in Bedlington · 17.10 mi from centre
9.4
24 reviews
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With a stay at Lairds House Northumberland Ltd in Bedlington, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Bedlingtonshire Golf Club and Plessey Woods Country Park. This inn is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from Quayside and 13.7 mi (22 km) from St. James' Park.
Guesthouse in Hexham · 18.30 mi from centre
9.4
33 reviews
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Located in Hexham, Brown Rigg Guest Rooms is in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Northumberland National Park and Chipchase Castle. This guest house is 10 mi (16 km) from Kielder Water and Forest Park and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Chesters Roman Fort.
Aparthotel in Wooler · 17.15 mi from centre
8.8
350 reviews
Located in Wooler, Arlington House Hotel - Self Check-In Suites is a recently renovated accommodation, 25 km from Bamburgh Castle and 27 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The property has quiet street views and is 28 km from Alnwick Castle and 29 km from Lindisfarne Castle. The aparthotel features family rooms. Featuring free WiFi, the units have a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. All units include a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, while some rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchenette equipped with a microwave. At the aparthotel, units include bed linen and towels. The breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options. Chillingham Castle is 10 km from the aparthotel, while Etal Castle is 16 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 68 km from the property.
Hotel in Rothbury · 0.31 mi from centre
7.5
537 reviews
Situated 19 km from Alnwick Castle, The Queens Head Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Rothbury and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Built in 18th century, the property is within 47 km of Bamburgh Castle and 50 km of Northumbria University. This pet-friendly hotel also has free WiFi. The hotel offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. You can play darts and tennis at The Queens Head Hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing. Newcastle International Airport is 40 km from the property.
Inn in Choppington, Ashington · 16.13 mi from centre
7.5
451 reviews
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Located in Ashington, 25 km from Northumbria University, The Half Moon Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 25 km from St James' Park, 25 km from Theatre Royal and 26 km from Newcastle Train Station. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 26 km from the inn and MetroCentre is 31 km away. Guest rooms in the inn are equipped with a kettle. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Half Moon Inn every room is equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is 26 km from The Half Moon Inn, while Utilita Arena is 26 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 21 km from the property.
Vacation home in Hexham · 18.31 mi from centre
10.0
4 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Brown Rigg Lodges in Hexham, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Bellingham Golf Club and Bellingham Heritage Centre. This family-friendly holiday home is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Chipchase Castle and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Mithras-Tempel.
Holiday home in Morpeth, Newton on the Moor · 6.28 mi from centre
7.4
33 reviews
Situated in Newton on the Moor in the Northumberland region, Eagle Lodge features a patio. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 14 km from Alnwick Castle. This holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Bamburgh Castle is 40 km from the holiday home, while Northumbria University is 44 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 39 km from the property.
Holiday home in Morpeth, Felton · 7.71 mi from centre
7.0
44 reviews
Located in Felton in the Northumberland region, River View Lodge has a balcony. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from Alnwick Castle. This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a hot tub. This holiday home also comes with a terrace that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The accommodation offers a fireplace. A minimarket is available at the holiday home. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at the holiday home. Northumbria University is 36 km from River View Lodge, while Theatre Royal is 37 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 31 km away.
Can’t decide where to stay? Here are some of our most popular destinations for dog-friendly breaks in Northumberland. From Bamburgh to Beadnell, there are plenty of lovely locations in the county:
Northumberland has plenty of choice when it comes to dog-friendly hotels. Some of the most popular include Hollybush Inn, The Coach House and Black Bull Hotel.
For fantastic views and pet-friendly rooms in Northumberland, it’s got to be either Riverdale Hall Hotel or The Anglers Arms.
Unfortunately Alnwick Castle is not dog-friendly. However, there are plenty of dog-friendly activities and places in Northumberland. This includes Dunstanburgh Castle, Belsay Hall, Housesteads Roman Fort and Barters Books.
This will depend on the hotel you’re looking at, what dates you want to travel and how long you stay for. If you have a budget in mind, however, our team can recommend accommodation.
Again, this depends on the hotel you choose. Dog-friendly rooms usually come with dog beds, treats, toys and bowls. For pet parents, there’s a comfy bed, en-suite, TV, and tea and coffee making facilities to name a few.
Experience the unspoiled beauty of Alnmouth Beach, a hidden gem along the Northumberland coastline. With its pristine sandy shores, stunning dunes, and panoramic views, it's a paradise for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts. Enjoy leisurely walks, beachcombing, and water activities while immersing yourself in the tranquility of this coastal retreat.
Address: Alnmouth Beach, Alnmouth, Northumberland, NE66 2RA
Embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure at Northumberland Zoo. Encounter a fascinating array of exotic animals up close, from majestic big cats to playful primates. With interactive experiences, educational talks, and beautiful surroundings, it's an ideal destination for families and animal enthusiasts.
Address: Northumberland Zoo, Felton, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9QH
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