Cliveden House
Taplow, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom · 5 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite GardenCliveden House Dog Friendly Review
Cliveden House holds a respectable B Roch Rank, and for the travelling dog owner it earns that standing by letting your dog share far more of the stay than many places allow. Your dog is welcome alongside you in the bar, out on the terrace and patio, and in the lounge, so the sociable parts of a day here need not mean leaving your companion behind in the room. There is a garden your dog may use, and with green spaces and parks nearby you have somewhere to stretch a dog's legs beyond the grounds. The hotel also offers guidance on walking routes, which takes the guesswork out of where to head each morning. Most rooms are dog friendly, so you have a genuine choice of where to stay rather than being funnelled into a single corner of the property.
Settling in is made easier by a proper dog bed waiting for you, real food and water bowls rather than makeshift dishes, and free treats to greet your dog on arrival. The pet policy is public, so you can read exactly where you stand before you book, and up to two dogs may share a room, which suits those travelling with a pair. You should budget for a fee of £60 per dog, per stay, which is steep given that what it secures beyond a warm welcome is modest, and on top of that a refundable damage deposit of £100 is charged, returned to you provided all is left as you found it. Usefully, dogs may be left alone in the room, so you are not tethered to your dog's side for every outing that cannot include them.
The comforts come with real limits you should weigh honestly. A weight or size limit applies, so a larger dog may simply not qualify, and it is worth confirming your dog fits before you commit. Your dog cannot join you in the restaurant, which means mealtimes will separate you unless you eat where dogs are allowed, and the hotel provides no dog wash or shower area, no poop bags, no grooming, no dog toys and no walking or sitting service, so anything of that sort you must bring or arrange yourself. This stay suits the owner of a smaller or moderately sized, well behaved dog who values relaxed access to the bar, lounge, terrace and garden and does not need hands-on dog services laid on. An owner of a large dog, or one wanting the restaurant and a full suite of canine facilities, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 31/77. Meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 19 August 2026.
Cliveden House With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is Cliveden House dog friendly?
Yes. Cliveden House meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at Cliveden House?
Yes. Cliveden House charges a pet fee of £60 per dog, per stay. A deposit of £100 may also apply. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at Cliveden House?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Cliveden House, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Cliveden House?
No. Cliveden House has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at Cliveden House?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Cliveden House. We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in Cliveden House?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Cliveden House, including the bar, terrace, lounge and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at Cliveden House?
Cliveden House provides a dog bed, food and water bowls and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is Cliveden House pet-friendly?
Cliveden House welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank B rating.
Are pets allowed at Cliveden House?
Yes. Cliveden House allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at Cliveden House?
The pet policy at Cliveden House covers the essentials: a pet fee of £60 per dog, per stay applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, terrace, lounge and garden. A deposit of £100 may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.