The UK'S regions and cities with the highest number of dog-friendly hotels (2024)
Discover the UK’s top regions and cities for dog-friendly hotels in 2024. Explore the best spots to stay with your furry friend, from bustling cities to scenic countryside retreats. Find out which areas lead in pet-friendly accommodations, ensuring a perfect getaway for you and your pup.
Key insights on dog-friendly hotel destinations in the UK
Cambridge
Cambridge ranks as the most dog-friendly city in the UK, with 46.3%of hotels welcoming dogs . Out of the 244 hotels in the city, 113 are listed as pet-friendly on Tripadvisor.
Carlisle
Carlisle leads the rankings for quality, with 28.4% of dog-friendly hotels rated 4 or 5 stars. It also ranks second in the percentage of pet-friendly hotels overall, at 31.9%.
Durham
Durham secures the third spot in the rankings for dog-friendly hotels. Out of the 93 hotels in the city, 19 are recognized as welcoming to pets (20.4%).
Gloucester and plymouth
Gloucester and Plymouth stand out as top performers in the South West and in the overall regional ranking for dog-friendly accommodations, with 20.3% (16 hotels) and 17.1% (26 hotels) of their hotels, respectively, welcoming dogs.
London
Despite having an impressive total of 4,698 hotels, London sees only **4.4%** (208 hotels) catering to dog owners. This highlights a significant business opportunity for expanding pet-friendly hospitality services in the capital.
Liverpool
Liverpool ranks the lowest for dog-friendly hotels, with just over 3% listed as pet-friendly on Tripadvisor. However, as one of the UK's most popular travel destinations, the city holds significant potential for growth.
East of England
Leading the pack with the highest overall percentage of dog-friendly hotels at 27.5%
south West England
South West England secures the second spot in the regional rankings, with 13.2% of its hotels welcoming pets.
UK regions with the highest number of dog-friendly hotels ranked
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Liverpool: The Least Dog-Friendly City
Liverpool ranks lowest in dog-friendliness among the cities analyzed, with only 3.0% of its hotels allowing dogs, and just 1.7% of these rated 4+ stars.Â
London ranks low in dog-friendliness, with only 4.4% of its hotels allowing dogs. Additionally, just 3.5% of these hotels are rated 4+ stars, highlighting a lack of high-quality options for dog owners.Â
With a growing number of dog owners and numerous pet-friendly activities in and around London, there’s substantial potential for growth in dog-friendly accommodations.
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UK cities ranked by the number of dog-friendly hotels
Cambridge leads the way with a notable 46.31% of its hotels catering to four-legged guests.
Carlisle stands out for the quality of its dog-friendly stays, with 31.90% of hotels welcoming pets.
Cities like Durham, Gloucester, and Swansea also feature prominently, with large portions of their hotels being pet-friendly.Â
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Top Cities with the Most 4- and 5-Star Rated Dog-Friendly Hotels on Tripadvisor: Quality Ranking
Rank | Cities | Regions | No. of Hotels | No. of Dog-friendly Hotels | 4/5* Hotel Ratings | % Dog-friendly Hotels | % 4/5* Ratings |
1 | Carlisle | North West England | 116 | 37 | 33 | 31.9% | 28.4% |
2 | Swansea | Wales | 124 | 24 | 19 | 19.4% | 15.3% |
3 | Durham | North West England | 93 | 19 | 14 | 20.4% | 15.1% |
4 | Peterborough | East of England | 106 | 15 | 14 | 14.2% | 13.2% |
5 | Gloucester | South West England | 79 | 16 | 10 | 20.3% | 12.7% |
6 | Dundee | Scotland | 72 | 12 | 9 | 16.7% | 12.5% |
7 | Norwich | East of England | 214 | 27 | 25 | 12.6% | 11.7% |
8 | York | Yorkshire and the Humber | 369 | 50 | 40 | 13.6% | 10.8% |
9 | Portsmouth | South East England | 131 | 15 | 12 | 11.5% | 9.2% |
10 | Exeter | South West England | 88 | 9 | 8 | 10.2% | 9.1% |
11 | Sheffield | Yorkshire and the Humber | 179 | 20 | 15 | 11.2% | 8.4% |
12 | Kingston upon Hull | Yorkshire and the Humber | 86 | 9 | 7 | 10.5% | 8.1% |
13 | Nottingham | East Midlands | 144 | 11 | 10 | 7.6% | 6.9% |
14 | Leeds | Yorkshire and the Humber | 254 | 26 | 17 | 10.2% | 6.7% |
15 | Coventry | West Midlands | 137 | 14 | 9 | 10.2% | 6.6% |
16 | Cambridge | East of England | 244 | 113 | 16 | 46.3% | 6.6% |
17 | Bolton | North West England | 46 | 5 | 3 | 10.9% | 6.5% |
18 | Milton Keynes | South East England | 149 | 14 | 9 | 9.4% | 6.0% |
19 | Glasgow | Scotland | 252 | 19 | 14 | 7.5% | 5.6% |
20 | Bradford | Yorkshire and the Humber | 91 | 10 | 5 | 11.0% | 5.5% |
21 | Oxford | South East England | 230 | 18 | 12 | 7.8% | 5.2% |
22 | Cardiff | Wales | 258 | 13 | 13 | 5.0% | 5.0% |
23 | Bristol | South West England | 210 | 19 | 10 | 9.0% | 4.8% |
24 | Edinburgh | Scotland | 933 | 58 | 44 | 6.2% | 4.7% |
25 | Leicester | East Midlands | 153 | 10 | 7 | 6.5% | 4.6% |
26 | Manchester | North West England | 401 | 24 | 18 | 6.0% | 4.5% |
27 | Middlesbrough | North East England | 46 | 5 | 2 | 10.9% | 4.3% |
28 | Derby | East Midlands | 95 | 14 | 4 | 14.7% | 4.2% |
29 | Belfast | Northern Ireland | 266 | 12 | 11 | 4.5% | 4.1% |
30 | Wolverhampton | West Midlands | 52 | 3 | 2 | 5.8% | 3.8% |
31 | Newcastle upon Tyne | North East England | 199 | 8 | 7 | 4.0% | 3.5% |
32 | Brighton & Hove | South East England | 201 | 22 | 9 | 10.9% | 4.5% |
33 | London | Greater London | 4698 | 208 | 164 | 4.4% | 3.5% |
34 | Birmingham | West Midlands | 403 | 25 | 11 | 6.2% | 2.7% |
35 | Liverpool | North West England | 593 | 18 | 10 | 3.0% | 1.7% |
36 | Plymouth | South West England | 152 | 26 | 2 | 17.1% | 1.3% |
Methodology
How did we rank the most dog-friendly cities by number and quality of hotels?Â
We analyzed data from the top 36 cities identified in a YouGov travel poll (Q2 2024).
Using Tripadvisor, we assessed the percentage of dog-friendly hotels in each city.
Cities were ranked based on both the availability and quality of dog-friendly accommodations.Â
List of the 36 UK cities part of the study:Â
Cambridge, Carlisle, Durham, Gloucester, Swansea, Plymouth, Dundee, Derby, Peterborough, York, Norwich, Portsmouth, Sheffield, Bradford, Brighton & Hove, Bolton, Middlesbrough, Kingston upon Hull, Leeds, Exeter, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Bristol, Oxford, Nottingham, Glasgow, Leicester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Manchester, Wolverhampton, Cardiff, Belfast, London, Newcastle upon Tyne, Liverpool.
Data was collected in August 2024.
Data sources:
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/
https://www.yougov.co.uk/