The Dunes Hotel, Cumbria

Dogs and owners alike will revel in the luxury 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, to thoughtful amenities such as dog beds and bowls, 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.

The local area

The local area 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. The towns of Barrow, Ulverston and Dalton are also no more than a 10-minute drive away. Local attractions include South Lakes Safari Zoo, the ruins of Furness Abbey and the popular Lake District attractions of Bowness and Windermere are a 30-minute drive away.