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Dogs and owners alike will revel in the home-from-home that is the Dunes Hotel. This truly dog-welcoming hotel is situated in the South of the Lake District, surrounded by natural beauty. As the name implies, it is just walking distance from the sandy dunes of Roanhead - a fabulous National Trust beach, perfect for doggie frolics across the three-mile expanse of sand. Get ready for the perfect coastal retreat with your canine companion.
When you're not exploring the local area, you can leave your furry friend to have a well-deserved nap in your dog-friendly room and head to the treatment rooms for a deep tissue massage carried out by the hotel's talented professionals. Or grab a cocktail at the Coast Bar and take the beautiful surroundings, all styled with a coastal chic feel.
There are ten rooms available, all of which welcome dogs, and they are all located on the ground floor, for easy access to the outdoors! Each room has luxurious beds for you and your doggie, plus en-suite bathrooms, and are styled with contemporary decor. Plus, for a really relaxing dog-friendly holiday, order breakfast in bed with room service. They will feel like the most pampered canine guests.
What your Dog can expect at this Dog-friendly Hotel
The Dunes Hotel was recognised in an article by The Independent as one of the best dog-friendly hotels in the Lake District, so you know you and your pup are in good hands! From spacious ground-floor rooms designed to accommodate families with pets, The Dunes ensures that four-legged friends feel just as welcome as humans do.
The pet-friendly venue sits within 18 acres of private land for a convenient and relaxing walk with your four-legged friend. The expansive grounds surrounding The Dunes provide the perfect setting for leisurely strolls, games of fetch, and moments of bonding with your pup. This is a hotel that welcomes dogs and goes above and beyond.
Highlights
- A short walk from Roanhead Beach in South Lakes
- Excellent scenic and estuary views
- Al fresco dining
Pooch perks
- One of the best dog-friendly hotels in the Lake District - The Independent
- Closeby to the dog-friendly Roanhead Beach
- Expansive grounds & ground floor rooms
Bow wow factor
Must be its proximity to Roanhead Beach - the National Trust beach is just a walk away with sandy dunes and three miles of beach for your dog to play!
There are 10 pet-friendly bedrooms with attractive decor & luxurious beds.
Exclusive Offers
Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply
Package includes:
- Complimentary bottle of house wine in your room on arrival (please advise upon booking if you would prefer red, white or rose)
- Dinner on one evening in the Coast Restaurant (£50 pr allowance, food only)
- Full English breakfast for two daily
- Complimentary bottle of house wine if dining on additional evenings (min 2 courses pp)
- Lazy late check out
- Your pooch is complimentary along with access to PawSquad 24hour complimentary vet line
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
- YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
- Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
- A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
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Price varies with room & dates. Weekend supplements may apply
Package includes:
- Full English breakfast daily
- This is the Best Available Rate for your date
PetsPyjamas customers save up to £70 extra on every stay!
- YOUR DOG STAYS FREE when you book with PetsPyjamas saving you up to £50
- Access to our 24/7 emergency vet line during your trip worth £20
- A complimentary travel pack of Caboodle dog food*
Select your room type:
Dine with Your Dog
The hotel has a seaside-themed restaurant, Coast, where you can bring your dog along for a delicious meal. You can sit together in the main bar or in the pet-friendly part of the restaurant. The Coast Bar offers premium cocktails and high-quality drinks. The food is locally sourced, with plenty to choose from, including seafood, locally sourced meat, hand-baked pizzas and a delectable dessert menu.
Need to know
The Dunes Hotel Reviews
- 4 reviews
- Member since April 2024
Hawthwaite Lane, South Lakes, LA14 4QW
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Excellent, relaxing stay
The hotel was comfortable and relaxing, the staff were friendly. The restaurant food was plentiful and good quality, we ate there all three nights. The room was large and comfortable, on the ground floor which was good for us as there were no stairs to negotiate.
We would recommend a few changes in the room. Perhaps a net or blind at the window as people were passing outside within a couple of feet which was a little off putting.
It was quite dark in the room, I asked about a lamp for the dressing table but none were available, perhaps one could be provided.
The shower water was very, very hot and we were unable to control the temperature.
These are just small things that we noticed could be improved and did not spoil an extremely pleasant stay, we will return, hopefully during the summer.
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We found the hotel to be clean and the room's of a good size, the staff where efficient and friendly, the only fault we found was the location was a little remote.
Fantastic stay
We had great stay here. The palm trees and rural location give the feel of being abroad. The staff were all so lovely and couldn't do enough for us. We needed to extend our stay twice and they made it so that we could staying the same room.
I think staffing issues were causing delays in the restaurant which also led to an oversight on a couple of occasions but the food was great and very well presented.
We would definitely stay there again.
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Map & Directions
Address
Roanhead Beach
Hawthwaite Lane
South Lakes
LA14 4QW
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Location & Local Attractions
In the heart of the beautiful South Lakes with endless open spaces, and breathtaking views and lots of fabulous walking on the doorstep.
Looking for a doggy day out? Piel Island, positioned at the tip of the Furness Peninsula, is a beautiful fifty-acre island worth exploring. You can take a ferry during the summer season, where dogs can run around in the grassy fields. It's a great place for a picnic, or you can dine with your dog at the island pub, The Ship Inn.
Visit the windswept beaches at Roanhead Beach - a National Trust beach with a large expanse of beach for active dogs to run off the lead. Also, take your furry friend to the Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve with gorgeous shifting sand - enjoy a wild stroll out to Scarth Bight Bay and Lowsy Point with their views over to Walney Island.
Barrow, Ulverston and Dalton town centres are also no more than a 10-minute drive away. Other attractions include the ruins of Furness Abbey, and the popular Lake District attractions of Bowness and Windermere are a 30-minute drive away.
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Concierge
When you make a reservation with us, our Canine Concierge are on hand pre and post trip.
Dogs Stay Free
You will never pay a dog charge when you book through PetsPyjamas.
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