1 / 8The Kestor Inn
Newton Abbot, Devon
Yes. Dogs can stay in 1 dog friendly room, up to 2 dogs per room.
A Dartmoor village pub with rooms in Manaton, where the one dog friendly room is on the ground floor and walks start from the door.
The Kestor Inn is a country inn in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, set back as you drive into the village of Manaton, with views towards Black Hill. It was named after the tor it was built from in the early 20th century, and this dog friendly inn suits a dog walking holiday, with endless countryside to explore from the doorstep for walking, rambling or riding.
One of the five rooms takes dogs: the ground floor room, with views of Dartmoor, for up to two dogs. Contact the inn directly to book it. Dogs aren't to be left alone in the room, so take yours with you at the start of each day.
The bar and the outside areas take dogs, though not the restaurant, where breakfast is served. If you'd like your dog beside you at breakfast, tell the team the night before and they can arrange it. The kitchen sends out fresh, home cooked, hearty pub food at lunch and in the evening, made with Devon produce, and the chef's specials at the weekend sell out on most nights. Sunday brings a carvery of local Devon meats with all the trimmings, popular with Manaton locals and beyond.
Outside there is a lawned beer garden with plenty of seating and a sheltered pagoda, and inside two log fires. Becky Falls, Hound Tor and Bowerman's Nose are all a two minute drive away. With the dog, Dartmoor: Becky Falls and Manaton Circular, on Wildpack's map, is 0.4 miles from the inn, and Haytor and Hound Tor Circular is 2.5 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
- 1 dog friendly room
- Dogs per room
- Up to 2
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £10 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
- The hotel doesn't say
- Walks from the door
- Yes
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Teignmouth Back Beach, 12.5 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Rooms
- Ground floor rooms
- Views
- Countryside views
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Kestor Inn dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in 1 dog friendly room, up to 2 dogs per room. This comes from The Kestor Inn's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Kestor Inn?
Up to 2 dogs per room.
Is there a charge for dogs at The Kestor Inn?
£10 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at The Kestor 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 Kestor Inn?
No. The hotel says dogs must not be left alone in the room.
Are there dog walks near The Kestor Inn?
The hotel says there are walks straight from the door. Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Dartmoor: Becky Falls and Manaton Circular (0.4 miles), Haytor and Hound Tor Circular (2.5 miles) and Haytor Quarry and Tramway Trail (2.5 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near The Kestor Inn?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Teignmouth Back Beach, 12.5 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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Walk0.4 mi awayDartmoor: Becky Falls and Manaton Circular
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A varied east Dartmoor circular from Manaton over Bowerman's Nose and Hound Tor with a dip through the woodland near Becky Falls, dog friendly with one of the moor's most photogenic loops.
Attraction1.4 mi awayHound Tor Deserted Medieval Village
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Four 13th century Dartmoor longhouses reached with your dog across open moor. Free, always open, and one of the best free sites in the portfolio.
Walk2.5 mi awayHaytor and Hound Tor Circular
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Wide open moorland, wild ponies and ancient woodland make this a memorable route, though the lack of signage means navigation requires attention and exposed sections can be very windy.
Walk2.5 mi awayHaytor Quarry and Tramway Trail
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A short, accessible circuit with real historical interest and enough open space for a confident dog to stretch its legs. Good option for a shorter outing or as a warm-up walk.
Walk3.8 mi awayDartmoor: Grimspound and Hookney Tor Circuit
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A Bronze Age moorland circuit over Hookney Tor and into the prehistoric settlement of Grimspound, dog friendly on open access moor with grazing livestock to watch for.
Walk3.9 mi awayTeign Gorge Circular Walk
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A Dartmoor gorge walk through ancient oak woodland above the River Teign, with one of the best riverside pubs in Devon at Fingle Bridge.
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