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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Travel
Lottie Gross

Best dog-friendly hotels in Scotland 2023, from beach getaways to Highland retreats

Lottie Gross

There are few better places in the world to travel with a dog than Scotland. With the right to roam, there are almost endless options for walkies here, be it up in the high mountains of the Cairngorms or Nevis Range, or along the craggy coastlines of the country’s remote and wild isles.

While the Scottish Highlands draw the crowds – and rightly so, thanks to the utterly beguiling scenery that would rival Mordor for its drama – there are exceptional dog-friendly holiday options across the country. Ayrshire has one of the most underrated coastlines in Scotland, so head here for brilliant sandy beaches, while Edinburgh is a surprisingly dog-friendly city, with family-focused attractions that let dogs in, too. Foodies are well catered for with dog-friendly hotels earning Michelin-stars and running truly divine tasting menus, and there’s romance afoot in a Highlands castle that’ll have even the dog swooning.

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