1 / 8The Whittling House
Alnmouth, Northumberland
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms.
A hotel of ten characterful bedrooms set back from Alnmouth beach, where dogs get a welcome pack of treats and a bed of their own on request.
Alnmouth beach is on the doorstep of The Whittling House, a country restaurant with ten characterful bedrooms, roaring fires and locally sourced dishes, set back from the beach and placed for exploring the Northumberland Coast, with Alnwick, Bamburgh and Seahouses nearby. This dog friendly hotel gives even your dog a special welcome, with a dog bed available on request.
Dogs stay in the King and King Studio rooms, while the Twin and Deluxe King rooms are kept pet free, so mention your dog when you enquire. Every dog is gifted a welcome pack full of treats, and the luxurious dog beds are available on request. The hotel's rule is that dogs are never left unattended in the room at any time. The King Studio adds an open plan living area with cosy seating for a family stay, and room rates include a choice of cooked breakfasts.
At meal times, the dog joins you in a designated dog friendly section, which you select when booking a table online; it is a request and subject to availability, and all well behaved dogs are welcome. The kitchen works with handpicked local suppliers for Northumbrian produce, from freshly caught local seafood to meat from local butchers, with an à la carte menu served from noon every day and a Sunday roast.
The beach is the obvious first walk with a dog. Alnmouth Coastal Walk, on Wildpack's walks list, is 0.2 miles away, and Wildpack has Alnmouth Beach, its nearest dog friendly beach here, 0.3 miles away. Back inside, there is a cocktail or a drink after a long walk along the beach.
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
- The hotel doesn't say
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £15 per night
- Left alone in the room
- Not allowed
- 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
- Dog beds, a welcome pack and treats
- Walks from the door
- The hotel doesn't say
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Alnmouth Beach, 0.3 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Whittling House dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms. This comes from The Whittling House's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Whittling House?
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 The Whittling House?
£15 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at The Whittling House?
You can eat with your dog in a dog friendly dining area.
Can I leave my dog in the room at The Whittling House?
No. The hotel says dogs must not be left alone in the room.
Are there dog walks near The Whittling House?
Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Alnmouth Coastal Walk (0.2 miles) and Warkworth to Amble Coastal Path (2.7 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near The Whittling House?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Alnmouth Beach, 0.3 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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Walk0.2 mi awayAlnmouth Coastal Walk
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Beach0.3 mi awayAlnmouth Beach
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A wide sandy estuary beach at the mouth of the Aln with dunes and year-round access, one of Northumberland's most underrated spots.
Beach1.8 mi awayWarkworth Beach
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Walk2.7 mi awayWarkworth to Amble Coastal Path
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Attraction3.1 mi awayWarkworth Castle
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