Revealed: The UK's Top Dog-Friendly Hotel Destinations for 2024

A new study conducted by DogFriendlyHotels.com uncovers the UK’s most dog-friendly regions and cities for 2024, providing valuable insights for pet owners planning their next getaway. The study reveals the leading destinations across the UK that offer pet-friendly accommodations, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable escape for both owners and their four-legged friends.
Cambridge Takes the Top Spot
Cambridge stands out as the most dog-friendly city in the UK, with an impressive 46.3% of its hotels welcoming canine guests. Out of 244 hotels in the city, 113 are listed as pet-friendly on TripAdvisor, making it an ideal destination for pet owners looking for accommodation options.
Carlisle Leads in Quality
Carlisle ranks first for the quality of its dog-friendly accommodations, with 28.4% of its pet-welcoming hotels receiving 4 or 5-star ratings. Additionally, Carlisle ranks second overall in the percentage of dog-friendly hotels, with 31.9% of its accommodations catering to pets.
Other Top-Performing Cities
* Durham takes third place in the rankings, offering 20.4% of its hotels (19 out of 93) as pet-friendly.
* Gloucester and Plymouth emerge as notable performers in the South West, with 20.3% (16 hotels) and 17.1% (26 hotels) of their accommodations, respectively, welcoming pets.
London and Liverpool Present Opportunities for Growth
While London boasts an impressive total of 4,698 hotels, only 4.4% (208 hotels) are listed as pet-friendly on TripAdvisor. This limited percentage, despite London's approximate 1 million resident dogs, highlights a major opportunity for hoteliers to expand pet-friendly services within the capital.
Liverpool, on the other hand, ranks as the least dog-friendly city with just over 3% of its hotels listed as accommodating to pets. Despite this, the city's popularity as a travel destination suggests untapped potential for growth in the pet-friendly market.
Regional Insights
The East of England leads as the UK's most dog-friendly region, with 27.48% of its hotels welcoming pets. Following closely is the South West of England, where 23.23% of accommodations are pet-friendly, reinforcing its reputation as a hospitable and scenic destination for pet owners.
Greater London, despite hosting the highest number of hotels overall, features the lowest percentage of dog-friendly options, highlighting the untapped potential for expanding pet-friendly hospitality within the capital.
Discover the Full Rankings
For a full breakdown of the rankings and additional insights into the most dog-friendly regions and cities across the UK, please see the comprehensive infographic attached. For more details, visit: https://www.dog-friendlyhotels.com/places