Edinburgh Dog Friendly Hotels

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Edinburgh is a world-famous tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world with its rich history and stunning architecture. With so much to see and do, it can be difficult to know where to start planning your trip. If you're travelling with your furry friend, one of your top priorities should be finding a dog-friendly hotel.

Edinburgh is a very pet-friendly city, with many places to take your four-legged friend for a walk or a run. There are also plenty of dog-friendly restaurants and cafes, so you can both enjoy a meal out. Most of the larger hotels in Edinburgh allow dogs, but it's always best to check with the hotel before making your booking.

Hotels in Edinburgh can be expensive, so choosing a dog-friendly hotel can help to keep costs down. And, of course, there's the added bonus that your furry friend will be able to come with you on your holiday.

So if you're looking for a city break that the whole family can enjoy, Edinburgh is a great choice, and with so many dog-friendly hotels, you don't have to worry about leaving your furry friend behind.

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Our Top 10

(Sorted by rating & number of reviews)

1. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg
2. The Learmonth Hotel
3. Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile
4. Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection
5. Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg
6. Britannia Edinburgh Hotel
7. Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg
8. Delta Hotels By Marriott Edinburgh
9. Fraser Suites Edinburgh
10. Garfield Guest House

Best Hotels in Edinburgh that Allow Dogs

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Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre By Ihg

8.1

Good

(5892 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, An Ihg Hotel, situated in New Town district, 1.1 km from the Leith Princes Street, boasts entertainment activities and a bar. There is a meeting room and a photocopy machine at the inn.

Located off Omni Centre, the venue is set near Leith Walk. George Street is about 1.2 km away. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre, An Ihg Hotel is a short ride from Edinburgh International Conference Centre.

Address: Picardy Place
Rating: Good 8.1 (5892 Reviews)
Rooms: 188
Price: From 217$

The Learmonth Hotel

6.0

Good

(69 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

The 2-star Learmonth Hotel is set 1.7 km from Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and 1.9 km from the combined National Museum of Scotland. For business travellers, a business centre and a xerox are available on request.

Located off Waitrose & Partners, the venue is set near Water of Leith Walkway. The city centre is also 3 km away. The Learmonth Hotel is a short ride from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens.

Address: 18-20 Learmonth Terrace
Rating: Good 6.0 (69 Reviews)
Rooms: 62
Price: From 50$

Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile

8.0

Good

(3796 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Offering airy rooms, the budget Ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile - Hunter Square Hotel is located around 10 minutes by foot from Co-op Food. This venue features entertainment activities and a bar as well as WiFi throughout the accommodation.

The hotel is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Edinburgh, not far from Museum of Childhood. Arthur's Seat hike can be reached in about 25 minutes' walk. The art museum "Scottish National Gallery" is also located near the property. You can get to Edinburgh International Conference Centre in a few minutes by car.

Address: 6 Hunters Square (Off The Royal Mile)
Rating: Good 8.0 (3796 Reviews)
Rooms: 107
Price: From 225$

Pet friendly hotels in Edinburgh

Old Town Chambers, Autograph Collection

9.1

Good

(1639 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

The 5-star Cheval Old Town Chambers Aparthotel Edinburgh lies a mere 7 minutes' walk of the landscaped Princes Street Gardens. Located at a reasonable distance from the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse, the venue offers 50 rooms with stunning views.

The central location next to a train station provides easy access to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". Guests can also easily visit The Real Mary King's Close or the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums, which is 9 minutes' walk away.

Address: Royal Mile 329 High Street Edinburgh Eh1 1Pn
Rating: Good 9.1 (1639 Reviews)
Rooms: 84
Price: From 411$

Kimpton Charlotte Square By Ihg

8.9

Good

(1632 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Kimpton Charlotte Square Edinburgh lies 1.3 km of the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", offering 199 rooms and featuring a shared lounge, a garden and a bar. Guests will enjoy a full English breakfast and access to an indoor pool during their stay.

George Street is less than 0.4 km away. It is set within a 15-minute walking distance from Edinburgh city centre. The grand townhouse "Georgian House" is also located near the venue. The accommodation is just off Edinburgh Gin Distillery.

Address: 38 Charlotte Square
Rating: Good 8.9 (1632 Reviews)
Rooms: 251
Price: From 309$

Britannia Edinburgh Hotel

5.7

Good

(10998 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Featuring a restaurant and a conference room throughout the property, Britannia Edinburgh Hotel is located 2.4 km away from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". The venue is nestled in the centre of Edinburgh with direct proximity to Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One.

Situated in West End district, the accommodation is set 16 minutes' walk from Edinburgh International Conference Centre. The city centre is close by, about 25 minutes' walk away. Water of Leith Walkway is also located near the hotel. You can get to the Leith Princes Street in a few minutes by car.

Address: 69 Belford Road
Rating: Good 5.7 (10998 Reviews)
Rooms: 212
Price: From 145$

Best Dog Friendly Hotels In Edinburgh

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh By Ihg

8.4

Good

(805 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Set 0.7 km from The Hub, Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, An Ihg Hotel features a gym and a restaurant. The venue is located in the very heart of Edinburgh, a short walk from Omni Centre.

Situated in New Town district, the accommodation is set 17 minutes' walk of Royal Mile. The city centre is a 10-minute walk away and Edinburgh Waverley rail station is 750 metres from the hotel. Calton Hill is also located near the property. You can get to the Leith Princes Street in a few minutes by car.

Address: 51-59 York Place
Rating: Good 8.4 (805 Reviews)
Rooms: 60
Price: From 195$

Delta Hotels By Marriott Edinburgh

7.9

Good

(3121 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

The 4-star Edinburgh Marriott Hotel is set 4.5 km away from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium. Boasting an a la carte restaurant together with cots and babysitting for children, the venue welcomes guests in the very heart of the city close to a railway station.

This accommodation enjoys its prime location in vicinity of Gyle Shopping Centre. A popular place in Edinburgh is Edinburgh International Conference Centre which is a 15-minute drive away. Edinburgh Marriott Hotel lies in close vicinity of Gala Maybury Casino.

Address: 111 Glasgow Road
Rating: Good 7.9 (3121 Reviews)
Rooms: 176
Price: From 183$

Fraser Suites Edinburgh

8.6

Good

(2798 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Featuring a restaurant, a garden and a fitness room onsite, Fraser Suites Edinburgh is situated in Old Town district, 250 metres from Royal Mile. The venue is just 500 metres from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle".

A superb location allows guests to explore the area and Edinburgh Waverley is located within walking distance. It's a 5-minute walk from here to the centre of Edinburgh. The Thistle chapel "St Giles' Cathedral" is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Arthur's Seat hike in a few minutes by car.

Address: 12 26 St Giles Street
Rating: Good 8.6 (2798 Reviews)
Rooms: 75
Price: From 291$

Dog Friendly Hotels In Downtown Edinburgh

Garfield Guest House

8.0

Good

(715 Reviews)

+ 61 photos

Garfield Guest House Edinburgh is located at 2.4 km distance from Omni Centre and offers a laundry room and guided tour service. Leith is less than 2.3 km away.

The venue is 3 km from the city centre and adjacent to Saint Serf's Parish Church & Hall. You can get to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in a few minutes by car.

Address: 264 Ferry Road
Rating: Good 8.0 (715 Reviews)
Rooms: 10
Price: From 80$

Prestonfield House

9.6

Good

(270 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Located around a 25-minute walk to Queen's Hall, the 5-star Prestonfield House Hotel Edinburgh offers air-conditioned rooms an at 2.5 km distance from Royal Mile. Guests can enjoy a shared lounge, a library and a bar as well as beautiful views at this venue, while staying in Edinburgh.

The city centre is about 25 minutes away on foot. The accommodation is located in Newington district. You can get to the 16th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse in a few minutes by car.

Address: Priestfield Road
Rating: Good 9.6 (270 Reviews)
Rooms: 22
Price: From 492$

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile By Ihg

8.1

Good

(3855 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

The pet-friendly venue is situated in Old Town district, in the centre of Edinburgh and 25 minutes' walk from the royal Holyrood Park. Set close to the combined National Museum of Scotland, this accommodation boasts individual rooms along with entertainment activities, a large-screen TV and a bar available onsite.

The official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" is less than 1.1 km away. The property is close to the city's shopping area and Edinburgh Waverley. Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Royal Mile, An Ihg Hotel is a short ride from the Leith Princes Street.

Address: 300 Cowgate
Rating: Good 8.1 (3855 Reviews)
Rooms: 78
Price: From 83$

The Roseate Edinburgh - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World

8.7

Good

(936 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

The Dunstane Houses Hotel, located 2.4 km from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle", features complimentary private parking, a golf course and a sun deck. Situated in Haymarket district, the venue is set 1.1 km from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium.

This intimate accommodation is set in a residential area of Edinburgh, about 30 minutes' walk to the city centre. This sophisticated property is sited very close to Pentland Hills. You can get to the volcanic Castle Rock in a few minutes by car.

Address: 4 West Coates
Rating: Good 8.7 (936 Reviews)
Rooms: 35
Price: From 331$

Doubletree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre

8.1

Good

(2333 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

The 4-star Doubletree By Hilton Edinburgh City Centre Hotel is set 0.8 km from Royal Mile and 1 km from the art museum "Scottish National Gallery". Set near Grassmarket, the venue overlooks the skyline and invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.

The accommodation is set within 15 minutes' walk of the centre of Edinburgh, not far from Edinburgh International Conference Centre. The hotel is located in West End district. You can get to Edinburgh Old Town in a few minutes by car.

Address: 34 Bread Street
Rating: Good 8.1 (2333 Reviews)
Rooms: 137
Price: From 86$

Ibis Budget Hotel Edinburgh Park

7.6

Good

(10088 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Ibis Budget Hotel Edinburgh Park is rated 3 stars and is placed a 15-minute drive from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium. Set within reach of Gyle Shopping Centre, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of international cuisine.

The 82 - acre non - profit zoological park "Edinburgh Zoo" is less than 3.2 km away. You can get to the 16th-century tower house "Lauriston Castle" in a few minutes by car.

Address: Edinburgh Business Park
Rating: Good 7.6 (10088 Reviews)
Rooms: 103
Price: From 175$

Eliza House

7.7

Good

(1408 Reviews)

+ 58 photos

The 3-star Eliza House Hotel Edinburgh is set 2.1 km from the combined National Museum of Scotland and 1.7 km from the green Flag park "Princes Street Gardens". A lounge bar as well as tea/coffee making facilities and a garden can be enjoyed at the venue, boasting the setting next to Water of Leith Walkway.

The accommodation is located 25 minutes' walk from the centre of Edinburgh. The property is located next to St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral. Eliza House Hotel is a short ride from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse".

Address: 14-16 Grosvenor Street
Rating: Good 7.7 (1408 Reviews)
Rooms: 22
Price: From 74$

Ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square

8.8

Good

(6700 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Featuring a luggage room, a safe deposit box and a parking, Ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square is located in New Town district, 0.6 km from the Leith Princes Street. Set in the centre of Edinburgh, the venue offers quick access to the art museum "Scottish National Gallery".

The property is just a 14-minute walk from the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle". The city centre is a 10-minute walk away. The spirelike Victorian memorial "Scott Monument" is also close by.

Address: 19 St Andrew Square
Rating: Good 8.8 (6700 Reviews)
Rooms: 103
Price: From 399$

The Balmoral Hotel

9.3

Good

(1084 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Offering an indoor swimming pool, a steam room and a treatment room, Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh is set 650 metres from the Leith Princes Street. The venue is just 500 metres from Omni Centre.

Located in a tourist area of Edinburgh, the accommodation is a few steps from Waverley Mall. A short distance to a railway station enables you to get to the art museum "Scottish National Gallery" in no time. You can get to Royal Yacht Britannia in a few minutes by car.

Address: 1 Princes Street
Rating: Good 9.3 (1084 Reviews)
Rooms: 162
Price: From 657$

Voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace By Ihg

7.7

Good

(1514 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Crowne Plaza Edinburgh - Royal Terrace, An Ihg Hotel is located 1.1 km from Edinburgh Waverley and offers 24-hour front desk assistance, concierge service and wedding services. Omni Centre is about 700 metres from here.

Situated in New Town district, this venue is 15 minutes walk from the centre of Edinburgh. The accommodation is close to the city's shopping area and Elvis Shakespeare Music Store. The restored theatre "Edinburgh Playhouse" is also located near the property. You can get to Edinburgh International Conference Centre in a few minutes by car.

Address: 18 Royal Terrace
Rating: Good 7.7 (1514 Reviews)
Rooms: 99
Price: From 266$

Intercontinental Edinburgh The George By Ihg

8.2

Good

(1147 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Area attractions, including Co-op Food and Royal Mile are located only a short walk from Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel. With 240 elegant rooms along with children's menu and babysitting for children, the venue offers an enviable location in New Town district.

Guests may find Dynamic Earth Interactive Science Museum within 1.8 km and Arthur's Seat hike within 2.7 km of the accommodation. It is set within a 10-minute walking distance from Edinburgh city centre. Intercontinental Hotels - Edinburgh The George, An Ihg Hotel is a short ride from the official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse".

Address: 19 - 21 George Street
Rating: Good 8.2 (1147 Reviews)
Rooms: 241
Price: From 708$

Piries Hotel

8.1

Good

(1306 Reviews)

+ 91 photos

Located 1.7 km from the Leith Princes Street, guests of 3-star Piries Hotel Edinburgh may find a shared lounge and a bar on-site. Situated in West End district, the venue is set 2.6 km from BT Murrayfield Sports Stadium.

This cheap accommodation is set within a 25-minute walk of the centre of Edinburgh. A short distance to a train station enables you to get to Water of Leith Walkway in no time. You can get to the historic fortress "Edinburgh Castle" in a few minutes by car.

Address: 4/8 Coates Gardens
Rating: Good 8.1 (1306 Reviews)
Rooms: 43
Price: From 39$
Edinburgh Dog Friendly Hotels FAQ
What are the best dog friendly hotels in Edinburgh?
Enjoy travelling with your furry pal at one of stopglobalwarming.org 7 accommodations that accept pets. You may book The Dunstane Houses rated 8.0/10 for 308US$ per night. This cool 5-star property is set in Haymarket district and offers luxurious, spacious and fashionable rooms with complimentary WiFi, a work desk and a coffee machine. Another nice venue is Best Western Kings Manor Hotel rated 8.2/10. It offers pampering facials, massage and a solarium, as well as 24-hour room service, laundry facilities and wedding services at the price of 148US$ per night. Other good choices for you and your pet include Justb Edinburgh and Hampton Hotel By Greene King Inns.
What are the cheapest pet-friendly hotels in Edinburgh?
For a budget-conscious traveller to Edinburgh, there are 15 options for consideration. You may like Malmaison Edinburgh (rating: 7.6/10), a cool budget 4-star accommodation with a business centre, windsurfing and a gym on site. It's located a 5-minute walk from Tower Street Stillhouse. Alternatively, you may like Novotel Park (rating: 8.0/10), the top budget deal with laundry, room services and 24-hour front desk. You may book it for 194US$ per night. Other budget hotels include The Claremont Hotel, Ibis Budget Hotel Park and Lairg Hotel.
What are the best pet-friendly hotels with a pool in Edinburgh?
If you want to stay at the coolest Edinburgh pool hotel, stopglobalwarming.org provides 10 options that welcome pets. We recommend Marriott Hotel rated 8.0/10, a good 4-star venue featuring an indoor pool, an indoor heated swimming pool and a heated swimming pool, as well as various massages, a health club and a solarium. It's located a 30-minute walk from Edinburgh Zoo. As an alternative, book Novotel Park (rating: 8.0/10) providing spacious, contemporary and modern rooms, as well as an indoor swimming pool, steam baths and medical service. It costs 194US$ per night. Other perfect places with pools include Balmoral, Novotel Centre and Best Western Kings Manor Hotel.
What are the best luxury pet-friendly hotels in Edinburgh?
If you want an upscale stay with your pet, stopglobalwarming.org provides 11 pet-friendly options. As an alternative, book The Stag Head Hotel for 150US$ per night featuring children's menu, board games and housekeeping on site.
What are the best pet-friendly hotels in Edinburgh city centre?
If you're searching for a good place not far from the city centre, stopglobalwarming.org offers 3 pet-friendly deals. We recommend Crowne Plaza - Royal Terrace rated 7.2/10, a perfect 4-star accommodation providing an indoor swimming pool, steam baths and concierge service. It's located 10 minutes' walk from the heart of Edinburgh. Alternatively, book Hotel Twenty (rating: 7.0/10) with ironing, 24-hour front desk and bar on site. It's set a 10-minute walk from the city centre and costs 107US$ per night.
What are the most favoured pet-friendly hotels not far from Edinburgh Castle?
On stopglobalwarming.org you'll find 26 cool pet-friendly accommodations not far from Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh. You can book Residence Inn By Marriott (rating: 8.6/10) with concierge service, cots and a business centre for about 341US$ per night. Another good property is Motel One-Royal (rating: 8.4/10). It's located 400 metres from the city centre and provides 24-hour reception, housekeeping and bar on site.
What are the best Edinburgh pet-friendly hotels not far from Edinburgh airport?
If you'd like to stay not far from Edinburgh airport, there are 3 great accommodation options available in Edinburgh. Consider booking Marriott Hotel (rating: 8.0/10) with an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and a golf course. It offers rooms at the cost of 183US$ per night. Alternatively, you may like Novotel Park (rating: 8.0/10) with an indoor swimming pool, steam baths and medical service on site. It's set 4.1 km from Edinburgh airport and costs 194US$ per night.