A study by DogFriendlyHotels.com has revealed the UK’s most dog-friendly regions and cities, offering crucial insights for pet owners planning their next holiday
The research highlights the top destinations across the UK that provide pet-friendly lodgings, ensuring a smooth and memorable getaway for both owners and their furry companions.
Cambridge has been crowned as the most dog-friendly city in the UK, with a whopping 46.3 per cent of its hotels opening their doors to canine guests. Out of 244 hotels in the city, 113 are flagged as pet-friendly on TripAdvisor, making it a prime destination for pet owners seeking accommodation options.
Carlisle takes the lead when it comes to the quality of its dog-friendly lodgings, with 28.4 per cent of its pet-welcoming hotels bagging 4 or 5-star ratings. Moreover, Carlisle ranks second overall in the percentage of dog-friendly hotels, with 31.9 per cent of its accommodations catering to pets.
Other cities that performed well include Durham, which secured third place in the rankings, offering 20.4 per cent of its hotels (19 out of 93) as pet-friendly. Gloucester and Plymouth also stood out in the South West, with 20.3 per cent (16 hotels) and 17.1 per cent (26 hotels) of their accommodations, respectively, welcoming pets.
Despite London boasting an impressive total of 4,698 hotels, only 4.4 per cent (208 hotels) are listed as pet-friendly on TripAdvisor. This limited percentage suggests there is room for growth in the capital, as well as in Liverpool.
While London is home to approximately 1 million dogs, it presents a significant opportunity for hoteliers to expand pet-friendly services within the capital. In contrast, Liverpool ranks as the least dog-friendly city with just over 3 per cent of its hotels listed as accommodating pets.
However, the city’s popularity as a travel destination suggests untapped potential for growth in the pet-friendly market.
The East of England leads as the UK’s most dog-friendly region, with 27.48 per cent of its hotels welcoming pets.
The South West of England follows closely, where 23.23 per cent 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.