Norseman Hotel
Wick, Highland, United Kingdom · 5 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitNorseman Hotel Dog Friendly Review
Norseman Hotel holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for dog friendly stays. It offers a garden your dog is welcome to use, kept on a lead and cleaned up after, along with a dedicated dog space. The hotel faces onto the river, where a field and a lovely walk are close at hand, and dogs are welcome to join you in the lounge, though not in the dining room, bar or terrace. The hotel's dog friendly approach is featured on its own website and social media.
Most rooms here welcome dogs, and there is no weight or size limit on the dogs accepted. In the room you will find a towel, blanket, food and water bowl, and treats provided free of charge. You are welcome to leave your dog in the room unattended if you feel he would be happy and behave, and staff can provide contact details for a local vet should you need them. The dog fee is £10 per dog, per night, and no damage deposit is required, though card details are kept on file in case of any damage. Up to two dogs are allowed per room, and cats may also stay under the same terms.
There are clear limits to where your dog can go: he is not permitted in the bar, the restaurant or the terrace, and the hotel does not provide a dog bed, poop bags, dog toys, or a dog wash area. There is no dog-walking service and no arranged dog sitting or grooming on offer. This stay suits an owner with a calm, well behaved dog who is happy with a garden and riverside walks rather than organised activities, and who does not mind keeping to the lounge for shared time indoors. Owners seeking dog grooming, a dog-walking service or extensive dog focused facilities and events should look elsewhere.
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Roch Score: 30/77. 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 2 November 2026.
Norseman Hotel With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is Norseman Hotel dog friendly?
Norseman Hotel 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 pet fee at Norseman Hotel?
Yes. Norseman Hotel charges a pet fee of £10 per dog, per night. 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 Norseman Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Norseman Hotel, 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 Norseman Hotel?
No. Norseman Hotel 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 Norseman Hotel?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Norseman Hotel. 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 Norseman Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Norseman Hotel, including the 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 Norseman Hotel?
Norseman Hotel provides 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.
Are cats welcome at Norseman Hotel too?
Yes. Norseman Hotel welcomes cats as well as dogs, so the whole household is catered for. The same certified standard that covers dogs has confirmed cats are genuinely welcome here, not simply tolerated.
Is Norseman Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes. Norseman Hotel welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at Norseman Hotel?
Yes. Norseman Hotel allows dogs and cats 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 Norseman Hotel hold?
Norseman Hotel 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 Norseman Hotel?
The pet policy at Norseman Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of £10 per dog, per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the lounge and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.