The Saracens Head Hotel
Great Dunmow, Essex, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
No Weight LimitThe Saracens Head Hotel Dog Friendly Review
The Saracens Head Hotel received a failing F Roch Rank. This place is a tough sell for dog owners. With only a few rooms allowing dogs, you better call ahead if you’re planning a stay. Dogs are welcome in the bar, but not in the restaurant or other public areas. And don’t even think about leaving them alone for more than five minutes, talk about a hassle.
Amenities are bare-bones here. Bowls are provided, but no dog beds or treats, so pack your own gear. The lack of a garden or dedicated dog space is a letdown, especially since there are no nearby parks to make up for it. The hotel doesn’t offer any dog-walking or sitting services, leaving you to fend for yourself.
The fee is £15 per dog. There’s no damage deposit. You can only bring two dogs per room, so if you’ve got a pack, look elsewhere.
In summary, The Saracens Head Hotel is not the place for a stress-free stay with your dog. The restrictions and lack of amenities make it more of a burden than a joy. Consider other options if you want a truly dog friendly experience.
Roch Score: 8/77. 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 8 July 2025.
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Is The Saracens Head Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. The Saracens Head Hotel meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank F rating. That is earned against a detailed independent assessment, so the welcome is verified rather than assumed.
Is there a pet fee at The Saracens Head Hotel?
Yes. The Saracens Head Hotel charges a pet fee of £15 per dog. 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 The Saracens Head Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Saracens Head 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 Saracens Head Hotel?
No. The Saracens Head 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.
Where are dogs allowed in The Saracens Head Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in the bar at The Saracens Head 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 Saracens Head Hotel?
The Saracens Head 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 Saracens Head Hotel pet-friendly?
The Saracens Head 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. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank F rating.
Are pets allowed at The Saracens Head Hotel?
Yes. The Saracens Head Hotel 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 Saracens Head Hotel hold?
The Saracens Head Hotel holds a Rank F rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements 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 Saracens Head Hotel?
The pet policy at The Saracens Head Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of £15 per dog applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.