The Idle Rocks
St Mawes, United Kingdom · 5 Star Hotel
The Idle Rocks Dog Friendly Review
The Idle Rocks holds a disappointing D Roch Rank, though it does offer some genuine touches for dog owners. There are two dedicated dog friendly rooms in a cottage beside the main hotel, and an outdoor shower nearby for rinsing sandy paws after a day on the beach. Nearby, the open grounds of St Mawes Castle and the Roseland Peninsula countryside offer space for a run around.
Your room comes ready with a dog bed, a toy and welcome treats, so there is nothing to pack beyond your dog. There is no weight or size restriction, and up to two dogs per room are welcome. The dog fee is £30, with no damage deposit required, and you may leave your dog alone in the room for a short while if you wish to dine in the restaurant.
Only the two cottage rooms are dog friendly, so your choice of accommodation is limited, and dogs are not allowed in the bar, restaurant, terrace or lounge. This suits an owner with a well behaved dog who is happy with a cottage room and nearby open countryside for walks, rather than one hoping for free run of the hotel's indoor and outdoor spaces.
Roch Score: 14/77. 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 6 November 2026.
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Is The Idle Rocks dog friendly?
The Idle Rocks welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank D 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 Idle Rocks?
Yes. The Idle Rocks charges a pet fee of £30. 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 Idle Rocks?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Idle Rocks, 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 Idle Rocks?
No. The Idle Rocks 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 The Idle Rocks?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Idle Rocks. 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.
What amenities does my dog get at The Idle Rocks?
The Idle Rocks provides a dog bed 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 The Idle Rocks pet-friendly?
The Idle Rocks 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 D rating.
Are pets allowed at The Idle Rocks?
Yes. The Idle Rocks 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 The Idle Rocks hold?
The Idle Rocks holds a Rank D 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 Idle Rocks?
The pet policy at The Idle Rocks covers the essentials: a pet fee of £30 applies, up to 2 dogs per room and no weight limit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.