Dog Friendly Holidays

Going away for your holidays can often mean leaving one of the most important members of the family behind – your dog. But in Devon we like to extend a warm welcome to all our visitors, including our four-legged guests and if you want to explore some of Devon’s best countryside, then we have 22 miles of the South West Coast Path to enjoy, some of Devon’s best beaches as well as miles and miles of country walks all around the region.

That is why you’ll find plenty of dog-friendly hotels and holiday accommodation here on the English Riviera, Devon’s Beautiful Bay. Please see details of our dog-friendly holiday accommodation listed below.

Dog-Friendly Holidays in Torquay

We’re sure your dog enjoys breaks away as much as you do, so why not bring them with you down to Torquay?  Book a dog-friendly holiday with one of our pet-friendly hotels, B&Bs, self-catering apartments or cottages or dog-friendly holiday homes in Torquay. Particular dog-friendly accommodation recommendations include the Grand Hotel on Torquay seafront and Pilgrims Rest Cottages on the outskirts of Torquay.     

Dog-friendly restaurants, pubs and tea rooms in Torquay and Cockington include the  Visto Lounge on Torquay seafront, the Drum Inn pub at Cockington, the Singing Kettle Tea Room, One World Café & Bistro and Rose Cottage Tea rooms in Cockington.   

Dog-Friendly Holidays in Babbacombe 

Dog-friendly accommodation in Babbacombe includes the Babbacombe Bay Hotel and the award-winning Cary Arms Pub, Hotel and Restaurant with spectacular sea views.

Dog-Friendly Holidays in Paignton

Dog-friendly accommodation in Paignton includes the Commodore and St Edmunds Guest Houses, Guy’s Cliffe Holiday Apartments and Beverley Bay Holiday Park.  Dog-friendly restaurants and pubs in Paignton include the Harbour Inn on Paignton Harbour, the Boathouse Bar, Cantina Kitchen & Bar.  

Dog-Friendly Holidays in Brixham 

Dog-friendly holiday accommodation in Brixham includes the Raddicombe Lodge Guest House and dog-friendly restaurants, pubs and tea rooms in Brixham include the Guardhouse Café at Berry Head.

Dog-Friendly Beaches on the English Riviera

Many resorts ban dogs from beaches completely. Not us. Here on the English Riviera we know that dogs enjoy playing in the sand as much as the kids do and dogs are welcome on the following beaches all year round with scoop bylaws operating all year please!   

Dog-Friendly Beaches Torquay: Anstey’s and Beacon Coves, Meadfoot and Maidencombe

Dog-Friendly Beaches Bababcombe: Babbacombe Beach

Dog-Friendly Beaches Paignton:  Fairy Cove, Goodrington - North Sands, Saltern Cove, Oyster Cove

Dog-Friendly Beaches Brixham:   Churston, Elberry and Fishcombe Cove and St Mary's Bay

Part of Devon’s culture

Dogs are an important part of life in Devon. Many of our canine friends still play a vital role in the economy of the region, particularly in the farming and leisure industries. From gundogs to sheepdogs, our best friends have been helping us work the land in Devon for centuries. That is why we understand that our guests don’t want to leave their pet behind when they come down to visit us, so we make sure your furry friends are made to feel at home with their very own bed, bowl, and some tasty treats!

If you’re planning your holidays and are looking for pet-friendly hotels, B&Bs and campsites, simply browse our website and find the perfect dog-friendly holiday in Torbay on the South Devon Coast that the whole family can enjoy!