De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitDe Vere Cotswold Water Park Dog Friendly Review
De Vere Cotswold Water Park holds an excellent A Roch Rank, and for a dog owner it is one of the easier country stays to recommend. Most rooms take dogs, with only the suites off limits, and the dog friendly rooms sit on the ground floor with access to shared decking, so a first morning outing is a matter of opening the door. Your dog is welcome in the lobby lounge, the bar, the outdoor seating and the designated area of The Old Boathouse Restaurant, so you can eat together rather than taking turns, and dogs are allowed in every outdoor space on the property. Two dogs may share a room and there is no weight limit, so a big dog is as welcome as a small one.
The welcome is warm because the team means it. Almost all of the staff are dog owners, reception keeps treats for arrivals, and there is a wall of photographs of the dogs who have stayed before. The room comes with a dog bed, bowls and free treats, so you travel light, and the team will point you to walking routes, including a lovely walk around the lake. Dog waste bins are placed around the complex. Your dog can be left alone in the room when you need it, provided it settles, which frees you for the spa and the parts of the hotel dogs cannot go.
The fee is thirty pounds per dog, with no damage deposit, and against a bed, bowls and treats in the room it is fair. There is no dog food to buy, no toys, no poop bags, no dog walking or dog sitting service and no grooming, so bring your own kit for anything beyond the basics. This is a stay for an owner who wants grounds, water and a team that is glad to see the dog, and it suits almost any well-mannered dog of any size.
Roch Score: 36/77. 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 10 September 2025.
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Is De Vere Cotswold Water Park dog friendly?
Yes. De Vere Cotswold Water Park meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank A 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
Yes. De Vere Cotswold Water Park charges a pet fee of £30.00 per pet. There is no additional deposit. 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at De Vere Cotswold Water Park, 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
No. De Vere Cotswold Water Park 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at De Vere Cotswold Water Park. 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at De Vere Cotswold Water Park, including the bar, restaurant, 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
De Vere Cotswold Water Park 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park pet-friendly?
De Vere Cotswold Water Park 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 A rating.
Are pets allowed at De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
Yes. De Vere Cotswold Water Park 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 De Vere Cotswold Water Park?
The pet policy at De Vere Cotswold Water Park covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace, lounge and garden. The fee is £30.00 per pet. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.