Marsham Court Hotel
A seaside stay where dogs are treated as guests too. Family-run Marsham Court Hotel sits on Bournemouth’s East Cliff, just a short walk from the beach and town centre. Choose …
Dog-friendly Holidays in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch
Most of Bournemouth and Poole’s award-winning beaches are closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September, but there are dog-friendly zones you can use all year. They include Hengistbury Head, Mudeford Sandbank, the stretch east of Fisherman’s Walk to Southbourne, Middle Chine to Durley Chine, and Sandbanks from the end of the promenade to Haven Point. Christchurch Harbour, Poole Harbour’s quiet shores and the New Forest on the doorstep add plenty more walking.
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Dog-friendly places to stay in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch
Marsham Court Hotel
Bournemouth, Dorset
A seaside stay where dogs are treated as guests too. Family-run Marsham Court Hotel sits on Bournemouth’s East Cliff, just a short walk from the beach and town centre. Choose from dedicated dog-friendly hotel rooms or self-catering apartments, enjoy a meal with your dog in The Retreat Bar & Eatery, and make use of thoughtful extras including welcome treats, dog beds and a dedicated doggy menu.
Pets:£15 per dog per night. Up to two dogs per room.- More than one dog welcome
- Sea views
- Swimming pool
Captain’s Club Hotel & Spa
Christchurch, Dorset
Captain’s Club Hotel and Spa is a unique, luxury and dog friendly hotel in a tranquil location perched beside the River Stour in Christchurch. The hotel boasts a contemporary nautical-inspired design, 2 AA Rosette-awarded food, a boutique spa and spacious comfortable rooms. Enjoy a relaxing break in Dorset in one of the luxury dog friendly suites.
Pets:Dog beds and water bowls provided. View more details
Wilksworth Caravan Park
Wimborne, Dorset
Wilksworth Caravan Park is a peaceful, dog-friendly retreat in the Dorset countryside, offering pet-friendly caravans, shepherd’s huts and camping pitches. Surrounded by scenic walking routes and close to Cranborne Chase, it’s the perfect base for exploring Dorset with your four-legged friend.
- Walks from the door
- Swimming pool