1 / 8The Coniston Inn
Coniston, Westmorland and Furness
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms, up to 2 dogs per room.
A Lakeland slate inn on the shores of Coniston Water, with lakeside trails from the door and water bowls and treats ready for dogs.
On the shores of Coniston Water stands The Coniston Inn, a handsome, traditional Lakeland slate building in its own spacious grounds, with views of the lake and the fells. This four star dog friendly inn puts the walking right on the doorstep, with lakeside trails to follow from the moment you and your dog head out.
A select number of rooms are set aside for dogs, with up to two dogs in each, so ask for one of them when you book. Some rooms look towards the Old Man of Coniston, and the superior lake view rooms are large and bright, with a king size bed or two singles. Dogs can't be left unattended in the bedrooms.
In the pub, dogs have designated dog friendly areas, with water bowls and treats ready and waiting. Food for you is pub cooking and locally sourced dishes, served in the restaurant and bar with views of Coniston Water and the Old Man of Coniston.
Beyond the inn, walks run around its private grounds and on into the surrounding fells, ideal for dog walkers, and there is a beer garden to come back to. For a longer outing with your dog, Coniston Old Man via Goat's Water is the nearest of Wildpack's walks at 1.3 miles, with Tarn Hows 2 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
- Selected rooms
- Dogs per room
- Up to 2
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £15 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 a dog friendly dining area
- In the grounds
- Welcome
- Dog extras
- Bowls, treats and a dog menu
- Walks from the door
- Yes
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Beckfoot Beach, 8.9 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Views
- Lake views
- Parking
- Free parking
- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Coniston Inn dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms, up to 2 dogs per room. This comes from The Coniston Inn's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Coniston Inn?
Up to 2 dogs per room.
Is there a charge for dogs at The Coniston Inn?
£15 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at The Coniston Inn?
You can eat with your dog in a dog friendly dining area. Dogs are welcome in the bar.
Can I leave my dog in the room at The Coniston Inn?
No. The hotel says dogs must not be left alone in the room.
Are there dog walks near The Coniston Inn?
The hotel says there are walks straight from the door. Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Coniston Old Man via Goat's Water (1.3 miles), Tarn Hows (2.0 miles) and The Old Man of Coniston (2.3 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near The Coniston Inn?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Beckfoot Beach, 8.9 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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