The 13 Best Pet Friendly Hotels in the Yorkshire Dales

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The Yorkshire Dales with its rugged moors, rolling valleys and quaint villages (usually complete with that British staple: a pub) is the perfect rural escape. For walking or cycling enthusiasts there are miles of trails to follow, which is what makes this a great destination to pick if you plan to travel with your four-legged friend. Many of the hotels are happy to accommodate pets and so to make booking your next trip a quick and easy process our hotel experts have narrowed down the options for you and hand-selected the best pet friendly hotels in the Yorkshire Dales. From cosy inns to remote country houses there's plenty to choose from.

For walkers

• Beck Hall is a charming country house set in the picturesque and rugged scenery of the Yorkshire Dales. Interiors are traditional and rustic and there's a superb restaurant which serves modern British fare. With fabulous walking country spread out in every direction, this is the perfect choice for those travelling with a dog. Indeed all rooms are dog friendly and your four legged friend stays free of charge!
• The Lister Arms is a gloriously situated coaching inn, on the Pennine Way. Pretty rooms have soft hues and lovely views. Unwind in the buzzy bar with craft ales, fires and home cooking. The perfect base for walkers with dogs, who are genuinely welcome - they even make their own doggy biscuits.
• The Boar's Head Hotel is set on the Ripley Castle Estate and offers an elegant, intimate stay with classic rooms filled with antiques and paintings. Both formal and bistro dining are popular with guests and locals. With the Yorkshire Dales and the castle's estate on its doorstep, the walking opportunities are endless. If you're travelling with your dog, they'll provide beds and bowls and treats too.
• Devonshire Fell Hotel is a colourful, contemporary-style hotel, on the Duke of Devonshire’s Yorkshire estate, with stunning views over a picturesque Wharfedale village. Ideally placed for walks, exploring local villages or picnicking by the river.

For foodies

• The Traddock is a charming Georgian country house hotel in stunning surroundings on the edge of the Dales. Featuring an award-winning restaurant which uses organic produce - a welcome respite after a day spent on the moors. Dogs are welcomed in all rooms and the bar.
• This smartly turned-out village pub, The Timble Inn, will delight foodies and those seeking peace, alike. In an off-the-beaten-track location, yet still well-connected, it offers ambitious food, good walking and beautiful views.There are a couple of dog friendly rooms and bed, bowl and towel can be provided.

For a traditional inn

• Expect spectacular views of the Yorkshire Dales from this convivial converted 18th-century inn. Charles Bathurst Inn has light modern characterful rooms and hearty British food is served in cosy surrounds. Set in idyllic walking and cycling country.
• The Blue Lion is another charming traditional Inn located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Cosy rooms are quintessentially British. The bar and restaurant are everything you want; roaring fires, hearty food, friendly service and good ales. Dogs are welcome in all except the Courtyard Rooms.
• The White Lion Inn has traditional features including original beams, open log fire and flagstone floors. Beautifully dressed with cosy rooms (dogs are allowed in standard rooms only) and a restaurant with classic British fare and a great pub.

• The Angel Inn is a 15th Century drovers' inn converted in the 1950s to a popular pub. Oak beams and chic interiors make the comfortable rooms ooze character (two rooms are dog friendly and beds and bowls can be provided). The restaurant serves excellent modern British food and there's an expansive and excellent wine cave.
• The Foresters Arms is a delightful village hostelry brought back to life by the community and set just minutes from the Dale Cycle Route. Heart British fare is served in the pub along with a choice selection of ales. A laid-back rural escape. Small dogs are welcome in all except the king room.

For a romantic escape

• Stow House is a large, country vicarage with a cool, modern makeover offering uncluttered, light-filled rooms and glorious views over Wensleydale. Large rooms feature in-room roll top baths (and all but two of them are dog friendly) and the chic bar serves some superb cocktails.

For a market town stay

• The Priory is an elegant property set in the heart of the pretty market town of Middleham. Beautifully renovated rooms mix traditional and contemporary styles. With easy access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this property gives you the best of both worlds - town and countryside. Dogs are welcome in all bar the Middleham Room.

Still not sure where to book?

• Expand your search to include the 10 Best Hotels for the North York Moors National Park or the best hotels in the Yorkshire Dales.
• Or browse through all our picks of the best places to stay in Yorkshire.
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

  • Beck Hall Skipton, Yorkshire 18 rooms from AU$160

    
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    Active Holiday  -  With abundant hiking trails, natural scenery and wildlife to explore, you will spend your days on foot and evenings by the fire

    Families  -  With a laidback feel, plenty of outdoorsy activities, and the dog welcome too - this is an easy choice for a family break

    Hideaway  -  Tucked away in the magical Yorkshire Dales, the village of Malham is a true escape

    Sights nearby  -  Visit Wensleydale Creamery to see how England's famous cheese is produced

    

    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    A charming white house set in the picturesque and rugged scenery of the Yorkshire Dales. Traditionally designed rooms have a warm rustic feel, with hardwood furniture and exposed beams. The superb restaurant serves modern British fare using local produce. An utterly idyllic rural retreat. See More

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  • The Traddock Austwick, Yorkshire 12 rooms from AU$235

    
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    Active Holiday  -  Set right within the Yorkshire Dales this is the perfect destination for hikers, cyclers, and horse riders

    Country Escape  -  Cosy interiors, roaring fires, wonky walls, and lovely gardens make this a characterful rural escape

    Foodies  -  The award-winning restaurant serves organic, locally sourced cuisine

    Kayaking  -  With Yorkshire Dales Guides

    

    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays

    Comfortable, charming Georgian country house hotel in stunning surroundings on the edge of the Dales. A picturesque garden, cosy bedrooms and sitting room. Award-winning restaurant with organic food and lovely views. Great country pursuits on the doorstep - a good spot for cyclists. See More

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  • The Lister Arms nr Skipton, Yorkshire 23 rooms from AU$216

    
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    Full of character  -  Expect wood-burning stoves, flagged stone floors, slopping ceilings, and exposed beams - a quintessential British getaway

    Country Escape  -  Enjoy great ales and hearty cuisine at this postcard pretty inn situated in the National Trust's Malham village

    Active Holiday  -  With the Yorkshire Dales on the doorstep, this is perfect for a cycling or rambling holiday

    Historic  -  A 17th-century coaching inn that was once home to the first Lord of Ribblesdale

    

    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    A gloriously situated coaching inn, on the Pennine Way, in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Pretty rooms with soft hues and lovely views. Unwind in the buzzy bar with dogs, fires and home cooking. The perfect base for walkers and those looking for some peace and tranquility. See More

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  • The Foresters Arms Yorkshire 3 rooms from AU$216

    
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    Country Escape  -  The cosy pub with a roaring fire, hearty cuisine, and local ales is a welcome respite after a day outdoors

    Historic  -  The building has been a pub under various names since the 17th century and is packed full of character

    Active Holiday  -  Set within The Yorkshire Dales National , this couldn't be better placed for hiking or cycling breaks

    Groups  -  With just three rooms, this is a great option to rent out in its entirety with friends or family

    

    A delightful village pub brought back to life by the community. The three rooms are traditionally dressed with contemporary bathrooms complete with underfloor heating. The restaurant and bar serve up hearty British classics alongside an excellent choice of ales. See More

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  • Charles Bathurst Inn Arkengarthdale, Yorkshire 19 rooms from AU$272

    
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    Active Holiday  -  Ideal for walkers set in the Yorkshire Dales on the edge of the Pennine Way & close to the mid point of the Coast to Coast walk

    Country Escape  -  With cosy interiors, roaring fires, warm hosts, and hearty cuisine - this is the quintessential rural pub experience

    Cycling  -  Plenty of cycling opportunities from gentle routes in the valleys to some challenging climbs over the moorland

    Weddings  -  Experienced in hosting weddings - the inn can cater for up to 200 people and offers a lovely rural backdrop

    

    Enjoy spectacular views of the Yorkshire Dales from this convivial converted 18th-century inn. Individually styled rooms keep the building's original features but feel light & fresh. Hearty Yorkshire cuisine is served in cosy surrounds. Ideal walking & cycling country, this is a fine country escape. See More

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  • The Blue Lion Nr. Leyburn, Yorkshire 15 rooms from AU$186

    
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    Foodies  -  Voted one of The Good Food Guide’s top 10 pubs for the past two decades - this is the quintessential pub experience

    Country Escape  -  A cosy traditional Inn on the edge of the beautiful and rugged Yorkshire Dales - perfect for walking holidays

    Families  -  Three rooms have sofa beds, there are kids' menus, and plenty of space for little ones to run around

    Value chic  -  With chic design, great food, and a stunning location - you are getting a lot for your money here

    

    A charming traditional Inn located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Cosy rooms are quintessentially British with gingham or Chinese print fabrics, antique furniture and beamed ceilings. The bar and restaurant is everything you want; roaring fires, hearty food, friendly service and good ales. See More

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  • The White Lion Inn Yorkshire 9 rooms from AU$188

    
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    Foodies  -  Superb modern British cuisine is on offer along with pub classics - making this a popular spot with foodies

    Back to Nature  -  Situated in the Yorkshire Dales nestled beneath Buckden Pike - this is a charming and remote hideaway

    Country Escape  -  Situated in the lovely Yorkshire Dales with beautiful landscape all around

    Intimate  -  The small number of rooms and rural location make for an intimate stay

    

    Located in the Yorkshire Dales, the White Lion is recently restored but the traditional features remain including original beams, open log fire and flagstone floors. Beautifully dressed, cosy rooms, a restaurant with classic British fare and a great pub. What more do you need for a weekend away? See More

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  • Boar's Head Hotel Nr Harrogate, Yorkshire 25 rooms from AU$244

    
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    Local exploring  -  Whether you want to explore local historical sites, spend the day at the races, or go hiking - there is plenty to keep busy with

    Country Escape  -  A perfect spot to getaway from it all, nestled in the extensive grounds of Ripley Castle and surrounded by the Yorkshire Dales

    Families  -  Children of all ages are well catered for with children's menu and toys plus various sleeping arrangements for families

    Pet friendly  -  Dogs are welcomed at £10.00 per day. Treats, beds and water bowls are provided and there are plenty of lovely walks

    

    Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide

    The Old Coaching Inn on the Ripley Castle Estate offers an elegant, intimate stay with classic rooms filled with antiques and paintings. Both formal and bistro dining is popular with guests and the locals. Visit nearby Harrogate, explore the Yorkshire Dales and the 14th Century castle. See More

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  • Stow House Yorkshire 7 rooms from AU$225

    
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    Active Holiday  -  Set in the heart of the Yorkshire dales, this is a charming base to return to after a day hiking, cycling or horse riding

    Romantic Break  -  The Lovebirds room is designed with couples in mind with its large cast iron bath, his and her sink, and lovely views

    Local exploring  -  With Bolton Castle, pretty Leyburn, Malham Cove, and White Scar Caves nearby there is plenty to explore locally

    Sights nearby  -  Aysgarth Falls and Hawes village with Wensleydale Creamery are both nearby

    

    Large, country vicarage with a cool, modern makeover offering uncluttered, light-filled rooms and glorious views over Wensleydale. Expect contemporary art, vintage furnishings, sensational cocktails and a tranquil atmosphere. A lovely country hideaway. See More

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  • The Priory Middleham, Yorkshire 5 rooms from AU$254

    
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    Country Escape  -  An elegant base with easy access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park and big copper bathtubs to return to after a day outdoors

    Groups  -  With 4 rooms in the main house and a 3 bedroom cottage, this is a good option to rent out in its entirety as a group

    Families  -  The 3 bedroomed self catering Coach House is perfect for families wanting an independent stay

    Full of character  -  Expect exposed beams, open fireplaces, thick carpets, and copper bathtubs

    

    An elegant property set in the heart of the pretty market town of Middleham. Beautifully renovated rooms mix traditional and contemporary styles with crisp white linen, exposed beams and antiques. With easy access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park this is the ideal place for a rural escape. See More

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  • Devonshire Fell Hotel Skipton (North Yorkshire) 16 rooms from AU$332

    
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    Foodies  -  Feast on the locally sourced 1AA Rosette cuisine in the stylish restaurant, followed by a drink in the cosy bar

    Country Escape  -  On the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic country

    Great walks  -  Bring your dog and head out rambling among rolling hills, country lanes and along the River Wharfe

    Sights nearby  -  The UNESCO heritage sights of Bolton Abbey Estate and Fountains Abbey are a short drive away

    

    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    Colourful, contemporary-style hotel, on the Duke of Devonshire’s Yorkshire estate, with stunning views over a picturesque Wharfedale village. Ideally placed for walks, exploring local villages or picnicking by the river. See More

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  • Angel Inn, Yorkshire Skipton (North Yorkshire) 9 rooms from AU$282

    
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    Foodies  -  Knockout food crafted from the finest ingredients, former owner was dubbed “Godfather of the Gastropub". One Michelin Star

    Country Escape  -  An ideal escape surrounded by wonderful walking in the Yorkshire countryside.

    Great walks  -  Between the world heritage sights and the rolling hills and beautiful valleys, a walk is definitely in order.

    Restaurant  -  Two options avaliable, one with a Michelin star and 4 AA Rosettes

    

    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    15th Century drovers' inn, converted in the 1950s to a popular pub in the Dales. Oak beams and chic interiors make the comfortable rooms ooze character. The restaurant serves excellent modern British food. Do not miss a chance to explore the wine cave. Great walking from the door. See More

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  • The Timble Inn North Yorkshire 9 rooms from AU$282

    
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    Country Escape  -  Find superb walking starting straight from the property with roaring fires and hearty fare to return to

    Foodies  -  An award winning restaurant serves traditional British cuisine with an innovative contemporary twist

    Sights nearby  -  Visit the 12th century Bolton Abbey or spend the day in Harrogate and take a tour of the Pump Rooms

    Great walks  -  Ilkley Moor and the Yorkshire Dales are easily accessible from the property

    

    This smartly turned-out village pub will delight foodies and those seeking peace, alike. In an off-the-beaten-track location, yet still well-connected, it offers ambitious food, good walking and beautiful views. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 19th July 2021