A little holiday can help you refresh and relax, but it can be stressful for pet owners who need to find doggy care in order to go away. There are plenty of places in the Lakes that your dog will enjoy as much as you! So instead of putting your holiday plans on hold, why not check out these pet friendly hotels…

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa on the shoreline of Lake Windermere is ranked as the best value Pet Friendly Hotel out of 462 places that accept dogs in Lake District

The hotel boasts spectacular views a variety of rooms and two onsite restaurants as well as a spa with an outdoor infinity pool.

This dog friendly establishment is rated ‘very good’ at 4 out of 5 over 3,888 reviews.

One review said: “Amazing stay from start to finish. Could not fault the place. Staff were fantastic, the food at breakfast and in the two hotel restaurants were of a very high standard. The spa was beautiful.”

 

The Waterhead Inn at Ambleside makes number two on our list of pet friendly places to stay and is described as an ‘ideal springboard’ into the Lakes.

As well as comfy rooms, this bestselling hotel offers relaxing drinks, good, home-cooked food and ‘superb’ views’ from the outdoor terrace

This ‘excellent’ pet friendly Inn is rated 4.5 out of 5 over 2,369 reviews.

One review said: “Excellent location, I would highly recommend this hotel if you are planning to take your dog. We were made very welcome. Staff couldn't do enough, our dog was also catered for. Little treats left for him in the room and breakfast sausage or scrambled eggs. We will definitely be adding this hotel to our list and will visit again.”

 

Third on our list of the best value Pet Friendly Hotels in the Lake District, is Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant at Windermere.

Offering individual luxury accommodation of the ‘highest standard’, the hotel boasts an Award winning restaurant and private hot tubs. And while the Villa is adult only and unable to welcome children, they are happy to accommodate your canine companion.

The hotel is rated ‘excellent’ at 4.5 out of 5 over 1,915 reviews.

One review said: “Excellent stay, excellent hotel, excellent location. All staff made you feel very welcome and nothing any trouble. Facilities very clean and great views from the room. The hotel itself is modern with a twist of character. Ideally located for getting around.”

 

The Swan at Grasmere comes in at fourth place on our list of pet friendly places to stay, and has recently undergone an exciting, multimillion-pound refurbishment.

The hotel boasts a rich history as one of the oldest hotels in the Lake District, built in 1650 as a coaching inn, and mentioned in a Wordsworth poem. The Swan has reopened with brand new ‘comfortable’ en-suite rooms, pub restaurant and bar so you can enjoy a delicious meal or a local ale with views across the Fells.

This dog friendly establishment is rated ‘very good’ at 4 out of 5 over 367 reviews.

One review said: “The hotel staff were all very friendly and helpful. The room was quiet with a great view. No problem taking our dog, who was made very welcome. The hotel was conveniently situated. We would definitely recommend it.”

 

 In fifth position, Ravenstone Manor Hotel is one of the most pet friendly establishments in the Lakes as well as the best overall hotel in Bassenthwaite.

 This ‘delightful’ 19th Century Manor is set within three hectares of grounds, at the foot of Skiddaw and features views across the valley to Bassenthwaite Lake. Ranked number one out of six hotels in Bassenthwaite, the Manor is ideally situated for walking, hiking and biking. With 20 ‘charming’ en-suite bedrooms, a beautiful lounge, dining room and bar, the hotel also boasts its own fresh spring water.

The hotel is rated ‘excellent’ at 5 out of 5 over 519 reviews.

One review said: “Best dog friendly hotel in Cumbria. What a gem! Everything about this hotel is excellent, the location, the hotel, the food and the staff who really do treat you as friends. This is the most dog friendly hotel we have stayed at; you will feel that your dog is just as important as you are.”