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5-star luxury
The Balmoral Hotel ★★★★★
Edinburgh
A 5-star stay on Princes Street with a renowned spa, elegant rooms, and a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Pet-friendly hotels · Edinburgh · United Kingdom
We assessed 74 pet-friendly hotels across Edinburgh and selected the 50 best for every budget and style.
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5-star luxury
Edinburgh
A 5-star stay on Princes Street with a renowned spa, elegant rooms, and a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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Old Town 5-star
Edinburgh
A 5-star Old Town stay with a rooftop terrace, valet parking, and a 10-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle.
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Classic Luxury
Edinburgh
A grand Princes Street hotel with castle views, a full spa, and an indoor pool.
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Central & historic
Edinburgh
A Georgian-style hotel with an indoor pool and spa, steps from Princes Street.
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Opulent Retreat
Edinburgh
A 5-star Edinburgh retreat with opulent interiors, a peaceful garden setting, and service that guests consistently praise.
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Central & Family-Friendly
Edinburgh
Book for the indoor pool and central location near the Grassmarket.
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Apartment-style comfort
Edinburgh
Spacious, apartment-style studios with kitchens and a prime George Street address, close to Charlotte Square and Edinburgh's gardens.
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Prime location
Edinburgh
Steps from the Royal Mile, this 5-star George Street hotel pairs a prime location with a golf course and extensive amenities.
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Park views & dining
Edinburgh
A well-reviewed Edinburgh stay with park views and a standout restaurant.
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West End Stay
Edinburgh
A stylish West End base with a restaurant, pet-friendly policy, and a 5-minute walk to Saint Mary's Cathedral.
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Lively & Central
Edinburgh
A stylish, pet-friendly hotel with a lively bar and a prime spot near Digin Bruntsfield.
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Central & Convenient
Edinburgh
A central Edinburgh base with a standout dining score and castle views from select rooms.
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Pet-friendly
Edinburgh
A 3-star Edinburgh stay with a strong location score, on-site parking, and pet-friendly policy — but room cleanliness scores low.
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Waterfront Stay
Edinburgh
Waterfront views on the Shore, with polished rooms and on-site parking.
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Old Town Suites
Edinburgh Aparthotel
Centrally located on St Giles Street, these stylish suites put the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle within a short walk.
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Central & Design-led
Edinburgh
A design-led stay on Princes Street, steps from Waverley Station, with clean, compact rooms and a strong city-centre location.
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Central & pet-friendly
Edinburgh
A central Ibis with a solid location score, a restaurant on site, and pet-friendly rooms.
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City Classic
Edinburgh
A stylish 5-star townhouse with a celebrated rooftop bar and spa in the heart of Edinburgh.
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Central & Simple
Edinburgh
A well-priced, central stay on Queen Street, minutes from Princes Street and the main attractions.
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Reliable & well-priced
Edinburgh
A practical base on Queensferry Road with free parking, a solid breakfast, and a location that keeps the city centre within easy reach.
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Central budget stay
Edinburgh
Stay in the center of Edinburgh, steps from Princes Street Gardens, with modern rooms and a 24-hour reception.
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Central & sociable
Edinburgh
A central hostel with dorms and private rooms, a 5-minute walk from the Royal Mile and National Museum.
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Boutique 5-star
Edinburgh
A 5-star boutique stay with a celebrated breakfast, garden bar, and easy access to the city and airport.
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Central New Town
Edinburgh
A 4-star hotel with an 8.6 guest rating, right on St Andrew Square in Edinburgh's New Town – a solid choice for exploring on foot.
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Quiet & Central
Edinburgh
A peaceful base on a leafy terrace, with a garden, gym, and easy walk to the city centre.
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Royal Mile stay
Edinburgh Aparthotel
Apartment-style luxury on the Royal Mile with kitchenettes and city views.
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Central & spacious
Edinburgh Aparthotel
Aparthotel with kitchenettes, city views, and a central Edinburgh location near the train station.
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Boutique Old Town
Edinburgh
Boutique hotel in Edinburgh’s Old Town with roll-top baths, a whisky bar, and easy walks to the Royal Mile.
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City Stay
Edinburgh
A modern 4-star stay in Edinburgh's West End, steps from Charlotte Square and loved for its spotless rooms and attentive service.
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Pool & Parking
Edinburgh
A reliable 3-star with an indoor pool, free parking, and a bus stop right outside – a solid base for exploring Edinburgh.
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Old Town apartments
Edinburgh Aparthotel
Spacious, well-equipped apartments in the heart of Old Town, just minutes from Princes Street Gardens and Waverley Station.
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Wellness stay
Edinburgh
A 4-star stay with an indoor pool, spa, and easy tram links to Edinburgh city centre.
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Old Town convenience
Edinburgh
Right on the Royal Mile, this Ibis pairs a 9/10 location with reliable rooms and a guest-rated breakfast.
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Garden views
Edinburgh
A solid 8.3-rated stay near Haymarket station with genuinely helpful staff and a bar that guests remember.
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Budget-stay
Edinburgh
A practical base next to the tram line, with clean rooms and a helpful team.
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Central 5-star
Edinburgh
A 5-star stay right on the Royal Mile, with private parking and rooms that guests praise for comfort and design.
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Central & Practical
Edinburgh
Consistently praised for its central location and helpful staff, this 3-star base suits travellers wanting straightforward comfort.
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Waterfront convenience
Edinburgh
A modern Leith hotel with sea views, easy bus links to central Edinburgh, and a solid 8.1 guest rating.
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Central Aparthotel
Edinburgh Aparthotel
A polished aparthotel in the heart of Edinburgh, a short walk from Waverley Station, with spacious suites and a fitness centre.
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Guest favorite
Edinburgh
A well-rated Edinburgh stay with free parking and a breakfast guests rave about.
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Self-catering central
Edinburgh Aparthotel
Spacious, well-equipped apartments with a rooftop terrace and a location that puts the Old Town and Princes Street within minutes.
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Shopping district
Edinburgh
A contemporary hotel with 70 spacious rooms in Edinburgh's shopping district, around a 20-minute walk from the National Museum of Scotland.
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Central & Reliable
Edinburgh
A well-located base near the Royal Mile with reliable breakfast and friendly staff.
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Central & well-rated
Edinburgh
A 4-star stay in central Edinburgh with a praised restaurant, stylish rooms and apartments, and a location steps from the Castle and Princes Street.
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Guest favorite
Edinburgh
A peaceful Edinburgh stay with free parking, pet-friendly rooms, and a highly rated breakfast.
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City Stay
Edinburgh
Quiet base near Haymarket station with clean, comfortable rooms and an on-site restaurant.
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Craft-beer hotel
Edinburgh
A stylish, pet-friendly hotel with a bar and restaurant, right on Edinburgh's Royal Mile.
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Central & well-rated breakfast
Edinburgh
A central Edinburgh base with a standout breakfast, free coffee all day, and easy access to the old town and Waverley Station.
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Pet-friendly value
Edinburgh
Pet-friendly rooms, free parking, and a location off the A720 that puts Edinburgh Zoo within easy reach.
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Kitchens & Location
Edinburgh
A modern, well-run hotel with kitchen-equipped studios and a location that makes Edinburgh's highlights walkable.
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Staying right in the city centre means your dog can join you for the main sights without needing a car. Many of the central options are clustered around Princes Street and George Street, such as Motel One Edinburgh-Princes, which is steps from Waverley Station, and The Resident Edinburgh, just off Charlotte Square. For a budget-friendly city-centre pick, Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street offers rooms from £52, making it one of the most affordable ways to keep your pet close to the action.
A cluster of pet-friendly hotels puts you within walking distance of Edinburgh's most famous landmarks. The Intercontinental Edinburgh The George is “steps from the Royal Mile”, and the Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile has specifically pet-friendly rooms. For a truly grand stay, The Balmoral Hotel on Princes Street is a 5-minute walk from the castle esplanade, while Virgin Hotels Edinburgh is about a 10-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle, making it easy to enjoy the city's historic core without leaving your dog behind.
While cottages are less common within the city of Edinburgh itself, the pet-friendly hotels on this page offer a range of alternative styles. For a self-catering feel, Eden Locke provides apartment-style studios with kitchens on George Street. If you prefer the character of a boutique hotel, The Hoxton, Edinburgh in the West End has a particularly welcoming pet policy, and Hotel Du Vin in the Old Town offers roll-top baths and easy walks to the Royal Mile. These provide the space and comfort of a cottage, but with the convenience of a hotel in the city.
The typical price across the dog-friendly hotels on this page is around £183 per night, but you can find budget rooms from as little as £25 at places like Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street, or splurge on a luxury stay at The Roseate Edinburgh for £814.
The New Town and West End are particularly good choices. Hotels around George Street and Charlotte Square, such as The Resident Edinburgh and Eden Locke, are close to wide pavements, gardens, and parks. The Old Town also has a cluster of pet-friendly options like Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge, putting you near the Royal Mile.
The Airlink 100 bus runs from Edinburgh Airport to Waverley Bridge in the city centre, serving many central hotels. If you are staying in the West End, like at The Hoxton, it is a short walk from Haymarket station. For those with a car, several hotels, including the Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West and Britannia Edinburgh Hotel, offer on-site parking.
Yes, especially for summer visits during the Festival (August) or the Christmas markets in December. Edinburgh is a busy tourist city, and hotels like The Balmoral or Gleneagles Townhouse fill up quickly. Booking several months ahead secures your room and often gets you a better rate.
Edinburgh's pet-friendly hotels are as diverse as the city itself, spanning the grand 5-star properties on Princes Street, the stylish boutiques of the Old Town and West End, and the dependable names like Novotel and Ibis near the Grassmarket and Royal Mile. From The Balmoral Hotel's iconic luxury to the Moxy Edinburgh's lively bar, your dog is likely to receive as much attention as you do — many properties go beyond simply accepting pets, with some like The Hoxton, Edinburgh, actively advertising a pet-friendly policy alongside their city-centre restaurants.
The price range for a dog-friendly room runs from about £25 per night at budget chains like Travelodge Edinburgh Central Queen Street to £814 at The Roseate Edinburgh. Between these ends, you'll find 4-star comfort at Malmaison Edinburgh City for around £172, or the apartment-style spaces of Eden Locke from £205. The majority of these hotels are 3 or 4-star (19 and 20 properties respectively), with a further 9 five-star options, so travellers can expect reliable quality and a consistently warm welcome for their four-legged companions.
This selection of pet-friendly hotels in Edinburgh suits travellers who don't want to compromise on location or comfort when travelling with their dog or cat. Choose a city-centre base like the Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge or Motel One Edinburgh-Princes for easy access to the Royal Mile and Princes Street Gardens. For those seeking more space and a true self-catering experience, Eden Locke offers apartment-style studios. If your priorities are different, consider the dedicated "Hotels in Edinburgh" page for the full range, the "Central hotels in Edinburgh" list if you want to be in the historic core, or the "Family Friendly hotels in Edinburgh" and "Hotels with parking in Edinburgh" pages if other needs take priority. Budget-conscious travellers should also check the "Cheap and budget hotels in Edinburgh" and "3 star hotels in Edinburgh" options.