Hemsworth Estate
Ashburton, New Zealand · Star Hotel
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
Dog Food
No Weight LimitHemsworth Estate Dog Friendly Review
Hemsworth Estate holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for owners travelling with dogs. Your dog is welcome in all public spaces of the Estate, including the bar, the restaurant, the terrace and the lounge, and he can even join you for dinner with his own three course meal served alongside yours. There is no weight or size limit on dogs who stay, which opens the estate up to owners of larger breeds who often find themselves turned away elsewhere.
Because only three suites exist in total, there is one dedicated pet friendly suite kept aside so your dog does not feel he is sharing space with another dog's territory. There is no damage deposit required for bringing your dog along. Your dog must be supervised at all times, though if you want to head off-site without him, the estate offers in-house pet sitting services rather than leaving him alone in the room. The welcome guide includes a map of the area, local walk recommendations, and the number for an emergency vet and groomer, so you are not left guessing where to take him or what to do if something goes wrong.
The main drawback is the single pet friendly suite, which means availability for dog owners is inherently limited, and dogs may not be left unattended in the room at any point during your stay. The hotel does not provide a dog bed, real food or water bowls, free treats, or poop bags, so you will need to bring the basics yourself. This suits an owner with a well behaved dog who enjoys being included in every part of the stay, from dinner service to the public rooms, and who does not mind supervising him throughout rather than leaving him to rest alone. Owners seeking green spaces nearby, grooming on site, or a wider choice of dog friendly rooms should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 26/77. This hotel does not meet 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 27 October 2026.
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Is Hemsworth Estate dog friendly?
Hemsworth Estate welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Hemsworth Estate?
No. Hemsworth Estate 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.
Where are dogs allowed in Hemsworth Estate?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Hemsworth Estate, 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 Hemsworth Estate?
Hemsworth Estate provides dog food for sale and a dog sitting service for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is Hemsworth Estate pet-friendly?
Hemsworth Estate 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. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at Hemsworth Estate?
Yes. Hemsworth Estate 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 Roch Dog rank does Hemsworth Estate hold?
Hemsworth Estate holds a Rank C rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at Hemsworth Estate?
The pet policy at Hemsworth Estate covers the essentials: no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace, lounge and garden. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.