The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel
Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel Dog Friendly Review
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel holds a failing F Roch Rank, which is a disappointing overall verdict given some genuinely useful touches for dog owners. You'll find dogs welcome in the bar, so there's at least one sociable corner of the hotel where your dog can settle beside you rather than being confined upstairs. Being close to green spaces and parks nearby means a walk is never far off, and staff can offer guidance on walking routes, which is a small but practical courtesy for anyone unfamiliar with Inverness. There's a sense that the hotel wants to accommodate dogs to a point, even if the wider picture, as reflected in its low ranking, suggests the experience doesn't stretch much further than these basics.
Day to day, your dog will have proper food and water bowls provided, sparing you from packing your own, and there is no damage deposit to worry about, which removes one layer of financial stress from the stay. The dog fee is £15 per pet per night, and set against what you actually get, real bowls, bar access and walking advice, it feels like a reasonable if unremarkable charge rather than one that unlocks a wealth of extras. You can bring up to two dogs per room, which suits owners travelling with a pair, though there's nothing on offer such as a dog bed, toys, treats or grooming to make the stay feel especially tailored to your dog's comfort beyond the essentials.
The real limitations are worth weighing carefully before you book. Only some rooms are dog friendly, not all, so you'll need to confirm your room type in advance rather than assuming any will do. A weight or size limit of 75 lbs applies, which rules out larger breeds altogether, and dogs may not be left alone in the room, meaning your plans will need to keep your dog with you throughout the stay rather than allowing any independent free time. There's no restaurant, terrace, lounge or garden access for dogs, and no dedicated dog space, dog wash area or dog-walking or sitting service to fall back on. This stay suits an owner with a single small to medium dog who doesn't mind sticking close by and fancies a low-frills, low-deposit break; owners with larger dogs or those needing more independence should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 10/77. 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 16 September 2026.
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel dog friendly?
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank F 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 The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
Yes. The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel charges a pet fee of £15 per pet per night. 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 The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Glenmoriston Townhouse 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 The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
Yes. Dogs up to 75 lb are welcome at The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Where are dogs allowed in The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in the bar at The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel. 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 The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel 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.
Is The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel pet-friendly?
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel 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 F rating.
Are pets allowed at The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
Yes. The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 75 lb are accepted. 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 The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel hold?
The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel holds a Rank F 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 The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel?
The pet policy at The Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of £15 per pet per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, a weight limit of 75 lb and dogs welcome in the bar. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.