1 / 8Bailiffgate Hotel
Alnwick, Northumberland
Yes. Dogs can stay in 6 dog friendly rooms, up to 2 dogs per room.
A five star hotel of Georgian origins opposite the gates of Alnwick Castle, with six rooms for dogs opening onto the courtyard and walks from the door.
Bailiffgate Hotel stands right opposite the main entrance gates of Alnwick Castle, in the heart of Alnwick, and the building has stayed true to its Georgian origins. This five star dog friendly hotel has 48 bedrooms, and its concierge team offers handpicked walk recommendations so you and your dog know where to head first.
Six of the rooms are dog friendly, each with access to the courtyard, and they take up to two dogs; contact the team to make sure the one you want is free. Your dog's stay comes with a bespoke welcome box from Waggy Tails, a super comfy dog bed and food and water bowls, plus a local contact card listing trusted dog walkers and nearby vets. That card is worth keeping close, because dogs can't be left in the room unattended.
Dogs on leads are welcome in selected areas of the Motte & Bailey restaurant and the Commissioner's Bar, as long as they stay off the furniture. Motte & Bailey is a modern evening bistro serving locally sourced food in a setting that celebrates Northumbrian heritage, and the bar has a cosy fireplace and a list of cocktails, wines and local beers and spirits. Brunch and afternoon tea are served in the Courtyard Garden.
Treatments at the spa use TEMPLESPA products. The walking starts at the front door: the path in front of the castle, just off the Lion Bridge, is known locally as The Pastures, and the concierge will give you the route. Alnwick Pastures and River Aln Walk, on Wildpack's map, is 0.1 miles from the hotel, and Longhoughton Steel, the nearest dog friendly beach Wildpack lists, is 3.7 miles away.
Facts checked October 2026 from the hotel's own website. Details can change, so please confirm anything important, especially the dog rules, with the hotel before you book.
At a Glance: Dogs
- Rooms for dogs
- 6 dog friendly rooms
- Dogs per room
- Up to 2
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £30 per night
- Left alone in the room
- Not allowed
- In the bar
- Welcome
- In the lounge
- The hotel doesn't say
- Eating with your dog
- In the restaurant
- In the grounds
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog extras
- A welcome pack, dog beds and bowls
- Walks from the door
- Yes
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Longhoughton Steel, 3.7 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Spa and pool
- Spa treatments
- Eating and drinking
- Afternoon tea
- Rooms
- Suites
- Parking
- Free parking
- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bailiffgate Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in 6 dog friendly rooms, up to 2 dogs per room. This comes from Bailiffgate Hotel's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to Bailiffgate Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs per room.
Is there a charge for dogs at Bailiffgate Hotel?
£30 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at Bailiffgate Hotel?
You can eat with your dog in the restaurant. Dogs are welcome in the bar.
Can I leave my dog in the room at Bailiffgate Hotel?
No. The hotel says dogs must not be left alone in the room.
Are there dog walks near Bailiffgate Hotel?
The hotel says there are walks straight from the door. Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Alnwick Pastures and River Aln Walk (0.1 miles), Alnmouth Coastal Walk (4.4 miles) and Howick Hall Gardens & Estate (4.6 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near Bailiffgate Hotel?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Longhoughton Steel, 3.7 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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