Our Top 10 Dog Friendly Hotels in the Cotswolds

The Cotswolds- beautiful rolling hills, quaint Cotswolds villages and excellent places to eat and drink so is an top choice for a dog friendly holiday. There are so many unmissable things to do in the Cotswolds. It is a visual paradise due to the pure prettiness of this part of the world. Here are a collection of dog friendly hotels in the Cotswolds that will welcome you and your dog during your staycation. For the best rates and dog friendly rooms book directly with the hotel and make them aware that you are bringing a pet with you.

The Lamb Inn:

Leasow Ln, Great Rissington, Cheltenham GL54 2LP

Just ten minutes outside Bourton on the Water, The Lamb Inn boasts great reviews and plenty of return customers due to its quality rooms, good food and warm welcome. Dogs are welcome in the bar area so you can enjoy the great food and drink in the company of your pooch. The atmosphere here is comfortable and relaxed, with fresh water and treats in the bar for the furry folk to enjoy. If you book directly with the hotel there is no charge for taking a dog with you but rooms booked via a third party will incur a £9 charge.

Prices start at £129 per night. Information, prices and availability here.

The Wheatsheaf Inn:

The Wheatsheaf Inn Northleach, Cheltenham GL54 3EZ

17th century coaching inn, The Wheatsheaf Inn is just a few miles from Bourton on the Water and combines comfort, modern luxury, and really good food. Their stylish rooms include gorgeous organic Bramley toiletries and fluffy bathrobes for your stay. Book directly with the hotel to ensure a dog friendly room. There is a large garden area to eat and drink with your dog or they can be with you indoors too. A £10 charge applies which includes dog bowl, beds and treats in your room.

Prices start at £128 per night. Information, prices and availability here.

Lord of the Manor Hotel:

Upper Slaughter, Cheltenham GL54 2JD

Guests and their dogs are welcomed with open arms at the Lord of the Manor Hotel. With 8 acres of gardens, there is oodles of space to explore and enjoy together. Dogs are welcome in the bar and lounge whilst you relax, eat and drink. Rooms are dog friendly and made cosy with blankets, handmade treats and water bowls. The hotel makes your stay relaxed and comfortable, with plenty of luxurious touches along the way. There is a groomers and pet shop locally so pamper your pooch on their holiday! Book directly with the hotel to get the best dog friendly rooms and rates. This also means that you wont have to pay a fee to bring your dog.

Prices start at £204 per night. Information, prices and availability here.

The Swan Hotel, Bilbury:

Bibury, Cirencester GL7 5NW

The Swan Hotel are proud to be a dog friendly place to stay and offer both rooms and suites. The suites are convenient for those wanting easy access to outdoors. Book directly with the hotel, telling them that you have a dog travelling with you to get the most appropriate room for your needs. Dog are able to be with you in the bar, lounge and garden so you can relax and enjoy a meal. The hotel have a few common sense asks from owners visiting which you can read on their website. There is a £20 charge to bring a dog with you to the Swan. 

Prices start at £180. Information, prices and availability here.

The Greenway Hotel and Spa:

Shurdington, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL51 4UG

This beautiful hotel and spa is a luxurious getaway destination. The Greenway Hotel and Spa has 8 acres of grounds for you to explore with your dog. They welcome your furry family with a doggy letter, bed, bowls, toy and chew in your room. The Drawing Room and the terrace are dog friendly so you can enjoy some food an drink in the company of your pet. This is a pampering haven and the hotel staff aim to spoil you and treat your dog like ‘canine royalty’ during your stay. Speaking of pampering, why not treat yourself to a spa day? Treatments, a hot tub, and a hydrotherapy pool await you. There is a charge of £25.00 per dog, per night at the Greenway Hotel and Spa.

Prices from £126 per room. Information, prices and availability here.

The Inn at Fossebridge:

Fossebridge, Cheltenham GL54 3JS

The Inn at Fossebridge is based riverside in this beautiful Cotswold hamlet. It has a vast outside area in which to eat and drink with your dog and was featured by The Times in their “20 Great Pubs for Summer in the UK” due to its gardens and views. There are 7 individually styled rooms at the inn and dogs are able to stay at a charge of £15 per night per dog. The hotel ask that you do not leave your dog on their own in the room but you with so much choice of where they can be why would you want to?

Prices start at £105 per night. Information, prices and availability here.

The Porch House:

1 Digbeth St, Stow-on-the-Wold, Cheltenham GL54 1BN

There are two dog friendly rooms at The Porch House and you can reserve one by contacting the hotel. Rooms are well decorated and comfortable and the food at the hotel is known as one of the best places to eat in Stow-on-the-Wold. Dogs are welcome in the bar and there is a garden dining area to enjoy on a fine day with your dog. Lovely rooms, great food and friendly staff, so a great choice for dog friendly hotels in the Cotswolds.

Prices start at £110 per night. Information, prices and availability here.

Chester House Hotel:

Victoria St, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham GL54 2BU

Bourton on the Water is know as ‘little Venice’ due to the river Windrush flowing through and its natural beauty. The Chester House Hotel is in the centre of Bourton so perfect for exploring this scenic village and visiting the local bars and restaurants. Dogs are welcome in the ground floor coach house rooms so guests should contact the hotel directly to arrange this. There is no charge to bring your dog to this hotel.

Prices start at £120 per night. Information, prices and availability here.

The Fish Hotel:

Farncombe Estate, Broadway WR12 7LH

This 400-acre private estate offers a variety of choices for your staycation including huts, treehouses, suites and rooms. All are beautiful and excellent quality. The dog friendly rooms at The Fish have wooden floors and easy access to the grounds so you can nip out for walks. There is even a dog agility course in the grounds! A medium sized well behaved dog is allowed to stay but they must be one year old plus. Dogs are welcome in the bar and lounge at the Fish so can enjoy a drink and meal with you. There is a charge of £30 per dog per stay which includes a dog bed, dog bowls, lovely doggie treats, and a towel. 

Prices are from £180 per room. Book direct for the best prices.

Barnsley House and Spa & The Village Pub:

Barnsley, Cirencester GL7 5EE

The Barnsley House and Spa have beautifully decorated dog friendly suites that make for a really comfortable and cosy staycation. Roll top baths and comfy sofas mean you can relax and unwind in style, knowing that you have plenty of space for furry folk too. Although dogs are not able to go inside the main house, they are allowed in the hotel garden (on lead) and also inside to eat at their partner hotel, The Village Pub, which is just over the road. Inside The Village Pub, dogs are able to go anywhere with you to eat and drink . Rooms at The Village Pub are also great quality with cosy beds, bowl and some lovely treats in the room ready for your arrival. There is a £15 charge for up to 2 dogs here.

Prices start at £174 for rooms at the Village Pub.

Dog friendly hotels in the Cotswolds:

What a lots of wonderful dog friendly hotels in the Cotswolds. We hope that you have a fabulous complete family holiday in this beautiful part of the country. Do let us know if you have found truly dog friendly places in the Cotswolds in the comments below.

See more of our dog friendly destinations in the U.K here and dog friendly hotels here.