The Corrie Hotel, Isle of Arran

The Corrie Hotel is the kind of place that gives dog-friendly a good name: a charming, traditional seaside hotel in the pretty village of Corrie on the Isle of Arran, where dogs and their owners are made genuinely welcome. Guests travelling with dogs come away warmed by the whole experience, from the staff to the setting.

The location alone is a draw, a beautiful spot right on the Arran coast, with rockpools, beach access and sweeping sea views on the doorstep, and the island's remarkable scenery all around for walks. For dog owners, the standout practical feature is the hotel's fenced and gated beer garden across the road, a secure outdoor space where a dog can relax while you enjoy a drink or a bite, which is exactly the sort of thoughtful touch that makes travelling with a dog easy. Inside, guests praise the comfortable sea-view rooms with cosy beds and ensuites, and the staff are repeatedly described as friendly, warm and accommodating, dogs very much included.

The welcome goes well beyond tolerance. Towels for wet dogs are left by the entrance, the restaurant has a menu for dogs, and dogs have been handed a small gift pack with a ball and treats on arrival.

The main caveat is the building itself. This is a historic hotel with low ceilings, and the twin beds run on the small side, which taller guests notice. As a traditional village hotel it also suits dogs that are settled staying in a room-based hotel rather than needing their own private garden, though the secure beer garden helps.

It is best suited to a couple or dog owner who want a warm, characterful island hotel with a spectacular coastal setting, genuine dog-friendliness and a secure garden for downtime, as a base for exploring the Isle of Arran with a dog.