1 / 8Bedford Hotel
Sidmouth, Devon
Yes. Dogs can stay overnight.
A Regency-era hotel on Sidmouth's seafront, built in 1809, where dogs are welcome to stay and a dog friendly dining area is available through reception.
Built in 1809 as a marine library and reading rooms, the Bedford Hotel had become a full hotel by 1865, and it still stands on the Esplanade in Sidmouth with views of the beach and the Jurassic Coast. Independently owned and housed in a Regency-era building, this dog friendly hotel has the historic town and the esplanade right outside for a stroll with your dog.
Dogs are welcome to stay, and the hotel doesn't state which rooms take them or how many can come, so ask about both before booking. The sea view rooms look out over Sidmouth Beach and the Jurassic Coast, some from their own balcony, and come with walk-in showers, king-size towels, complimentary toiletries and tea, coffee and biscuits. The inland rooms are bright and welcoming, with cosy bedding.
When it's time to eat with your dog, a dog friendly dining area is available on request at reception. The menus draw on ingredients from the family's own farm and local suppliers, from hearty breakfasts to delicious lunches and elegant evening meals. Pyne's Sea View Lounge Bar opens daily from 10am for fresh coffee, a leisurely lunch or drinks with sea views.
Boutique shops and the historic town are close by, and the hotel points walkers to the South West Coast Path, with miles of trails where you and your dog can both stretch your legs. On Wildpack's map, the Sidmouth to Ladram Bay Coastal Walk is 0.1 miles from the door of the hotel.
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
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dogs per room
- The hotel doesn't say
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £10 per night
- Left alone in the room
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the bar
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the lounge
- The hotel doesn't say
- Eating with your dog
- In a dog friendly dining area
- In the grounds
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog extras
- The hotel doesn't say
- Walks from the door
- The hotel doesn't say
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Dawlish Warren, 9.6 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Eating and drinking
- All day dining
- Views
- Sea views
- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bedford Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay overnight. This comes from Bedford Hotel's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to Bedford Hotel?
The hotel doesn't say how many dogs you can bring, so check with the hotel when you book.
Is there a charge for dogs at Bedford Hotel?
£10 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at Bedford Hotel?
You can eat with your dog in a dog friendly dining area.
Can I leave my dog in the room at Bedford Hotel?
The hotel doesn't say whether dogs can be left alone in the room, so check with the hotel when you book.
Are there dog walks near Bedford Hotel?
Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Sidmouth to Ladram Bay Coastal Walk (0.1 miles) and Otterton Mill and River Otter Walk (3.0 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near Bedford Hotel?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Dawlish Warren, 9.6 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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Walk6.5 mi awayBeer to Branscombe Coastal Walk
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Walk8.6 mi awayExmouth to Budleigh Salterton Coastal Walk
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Beach9.6 mi awayDawlish Warren
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