Curated pet friendly hotels in Dorset

Situated in Lower Chicksgrove, 2 miles from Tisbury, Compasses Inn offers accommodation with free parking, free Wi-Fi, a pub, and a restaurant. Salisbury is 12 miles away and the magnificent Salisbury Cathedral is 25 minutes’ drive from the property.

Each room at Compasses Inn features an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms boast views of the countryside or farmland. Compasses Inn also has a self-catering cottage with charming, original features.

The award-winning restaurant serves British specialities and pub specials, such as steak and mushroom pie. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast served daily and made of locally sourced ingredients. Vegetarian options and special dietary requirements are also catered for upon request.

Nestled amidst stunning countryside, this 2AA Rosette award-winning late 18th century British pub is beautifully set in the heart of the ancient village of Corton Denham, on the Somerset/Dorset border.

Bedrooms have views of the rolling countryside and are individually designed in calm, neutral colours. All have contemporary bathrooms and Egyptian cotton linen.

Just 3 miles from the historic town of Sherborne, guests can visit the town’s castles, Abbey and boutique shops. Also in the area is Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site, which is just 45 minutes drive across the rolling Dorset Downs.

Located in Shepton Mallet, The Natterjack Inn is a 3-minute drive from Royal Bath and West Showground and 8 minutes from Mill on the Brue. This inn is 20 mi (32.2 km) from Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and 21.2 mi (34 km) from Center Parcs Longleat Forest.

Located in Blandford Forum, The Museum Inn is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Chettle Play Park and Larmer Tree Gardens. This hotel is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from New Forest National Park and 12 mi (19.2 km) from Wimborne Minster.

When you stay at The Pavilion Arms in Bournemouth, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Bournemouth Pier and Bournemouth International Centre. This inn is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Poole Harbour and 8.1 mi (13 km) from New Forest National Park.

Located in Yeovil, The Masons Arms is within a 5-minute drive of Montacute House and Ham Hill Country Park. This property is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Huish Park and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Yeovil Country Park.

Located in Ilminster, The Flying Fish Stables is a 2-minute drive from Barrington Hill Meadows and 6 minutes from Donyatt Village Hall. This property is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Blackdown Hills and 4 mi (6.4 km) from The Warehouse Theatre.

With a stay at The Charlton Inn in Blandford Forum, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Wimborne Minster and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This inn is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Poole Harbour and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Monkey World Ape Rescue Center.

Set in Blandford Forum and with Monkey World reachable within 21 km, True Lovers Knot offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 22 km from Poole Harbour, 27 km from Sandbanks and 27 km from Bournemouth International Centre. Corfe Castle is 28 km from the inn and Salisbury Racecourse is 36 km away.

The units in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

You can play darts at this 4-star inn.

Salisbury Cathedral is 38 km from True Lovers Knot, while Salisbury Train Station is 39 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 20 km from the property.

Located in Somerton, The Red Lion Inn is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Lytes Cary Manor and Montacute House. This bed & breakfast is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Haynes International Motor Museum and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Cadbury Castle.

Located in Ilminster and with Golden Cap reachable within 40 km, The Barrington Boar provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. Built in 19th century, this 4-star inn is within 19 km of Woodlands Castle and 33 km of Sherborne Old Castle.

Every room comes with a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven.

The inn offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. At The Barrington Boar you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 35 km from the accommodation, while Wells Cathedral is 42 km away. Exeter International Airport is 52 km from the property.

When you stay at The Langton Arms in Blandford Forum, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Chettle Play Park. This inn is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Poole Harbour and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Wimborne Minster.

The Rose & Crown In Trent features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Trent. This 5-star inn offers room service and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar.

The units in the inn are equipped with a CD player. At The Rose & Crown In Trent every room has a private bathroom with a shower.

The breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options.

The accommodation offers a children's playground. Guests at The Rose & Crown In Trent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Trent, like fishing and cycling.

Golden Cap is 45 km from the inn, while Monkey World is 49 km away. Bristol Airport is 63 km from the property.