Novotel Edinburgh Centre
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
No Weight LimitNovotel Edinburgh Centre Dog Friendly Review
Novotel Edinburgh Centre holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for dog friendly stays, and it earns its place with a genuinely welcoming approach rather than token gestures. Dogs and cats of any size are welcome, with no restriction on weight or size, and the hotel is upfront about its pet policy before you even book. There is a big park just a five minute walk away, described by the hotel as a great open space for a dog to run around in, and staff can point you towards further walking routes including The Meadows and the woodland trail at Dean Village.
Day to day, your dog is welcome in the bar when you are dining and in the lounge area, which makes socialising easier than at many hotels. The hotel provides dog bowls, so you do not need to pack your own. There are no designated dog friendly rooms, which in practice means you can book whichever room category suits you best, and dogs are charged at £15.00 per pet, per night, with no damage deposit required. Up to two dogs per room are allowed, and an emergency vet number is kept on hand should you need it.
The clear restriction to plan around is that your dog cannot be left unattended in the bedroom at any time, so this is not a stay for owners who need to step out without their dog. There is no garden, no dedicated dog space, no dog bed, no dog wash area and no walking or sitting service, and dogs are not welcome in the restaurant or on any terrace. This suits an owner who wants a central, honestly described stay with a nearby park and sociable bar and lounge access, and who can keep their dog with them throughout the day, rather than someone seeking extensive on-site dog facilities or pet-sitting support.
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Roch Score: 22/77. 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 15 October 2026.
Novotel Edinburgh Centre With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is Novotel Edinburgh Centre dog friendly?
Yes. Novotel Edinburgh Centre meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank C 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
Yes. Novotel Edinburgh Centre charges a pet fee of £15.00 per pet, 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Novotel Edinburgh Centre, 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
No. Novotel Edinburgh Centre 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Novotel Edinburgh Centre, including the bar and lounge. 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
Novotel Edinburgh Centre provides food and water bowls 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre too?
Yes. Novotel Edinburgh Centre 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 Novotel Edinburgh Centre pet-friendly?
Yes. Novotel Edinburgh Centre welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
Yes. Novotel Edinburgh Centre 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 is the pet policy at Novotel Edinburgh Centre?
The pet policy at Novotel Edinburgh Centre covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar and lounge. The fee is £15.00 per pet, per night. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.