1 / 8Matfen Hall
Matfen, Northumberland
Yes. Dogs can stay overnight.
A five star country estate hotel in Northumberland, set in over 300 acres of parkland, with garden suites for dogs and a doggy welcome pack.
Arrive at Matfen Hall with your dog and a welcome cocktail is waiting for you before you settle into your dog friendly room. This is a five star country estate in the heart of Northumberland, with 63 bedrooms and a history dating back to the 17th century, and a dog friendly hotel where over 300 acres of countryside sit at the doorstep for you both to explore.
The dog friendly rooms include a range of garden suites, and some rooms open directly onto the garden for an easy, stress-free stay with a dog. Dogs are allowed to enjoy the gardens and grounds, and the doggy welcome pack includes a water bowl and a dog towel to help your dog settle in. Matfen Hall doesn't state how many dogs a room takes, nor if yours can stay behind unaccompanied, so check both before you travel.
The Keepers clubhouse, Cloisters Lounge and The Great Hall all welcome your dog alongside you. Set in the parkland grounds, The Keepers serves stone-oven pizza, steaks fresh from the grill and classics with a contemporary twist. The Great Hall has natural light pouring through its stained-glass window. One of the hotel's dining areas takes no dogs other than assistance dogs, so ask which when you book.
Fine dining is at the three AA Rosette Emerald Restaurant, and afternoon tea in The Drawing Room brings sweet and savoury delights. The Luxury Suites in the original 19th century house have Emperor beds and roll-top baths, and golfers have the 18 hole Douglas championship course on the estate. Further afield, the hotel's top five Northumbrian dog walks include Hadrian's Wall and Kielder Forest, and the nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack's map, Blyth South Beach, lies 18.9 miles off.
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
- The hotel doesn't say
- Left alone in the room
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the bar
- Welcome
- In the lounge
- Welcome
- Eating with your dog
- In a dog friendly dining area
- In the grounds
- Welcome
- Dog extras
- Dog beds, bowls, poo bags, treats, towels and a welcome pack
- Walks from the door
- Yes
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Blyth South Beach, 18.9 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Eating and drinking
- Fine dining and afternoon tea. 3 AA Rosettes
- Rooms
- Suites, roll top baths and rooms with garden access
- Views
- Countryside views
- Things to do
- Golf
- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Matfen Hall dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay overnight. This comes from Matfen Hall's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to Matfen Hall?
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 Matfen Hall?
The hotel doesn't say whether it charges for dogs, so check with the hotel when you book.
Can I eat with my dog at Matfen Hall?
You can eat with your dog in a dog friendly dining area. Dogs are welcome in the bar and the lounge.
Can I leave my dog in the room at Matfen Hall?
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 Matfen Hall?
The hotel says there are walks straight from the door.
Is there a dog friendly beach near Matfen Hall?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Blyth South Beach, 18.9 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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