Award-winning Dog-Friendly Stays

At Eddrachilles Hotel, we’ve always believed that hospitality shouldn’t mean leaving your best friend behind.

Situated on the shores of Badcall Bay on Scotland’s far northwest coast, our dog-friendly stays are designed to be restful, spacious, scenic and easy, with walks from the door, recommended beaches close by, and rooms set up so both dogs and humans feel immediately at home.

Whether you’re touring the North Coast 500, returning to your favourite corner of Sutherland, or simply craving space to relax with your dog by your side, you’ll find a quiet sincere welcome here,

Five of our ten guest rooms are dog friendly. Please contact us before booking with a dog so we can allocate the right room.

Our third time receiving this honour.

We are proud to received this award again, announced at GHG Awards Dinner on 18 November 2025. We thank all our canine guests who made this possible.

This recognition endorses our approach, the Eddrachilles Hotel Very Important Paws service.:

• Thoughtful amenities and staff trained to welcome and settle each dog

• Quality rooms available for guests with dogs

• Dog-friendly dining at breakfast and dinner while respecting all guests

• Knowledgeable, local dog-owning advice to help you make the most of beaches, coastal paths and wild moorland

• Warm Highland hospitality throughout — dogs truly welcome, never an afterthought

• Fair charging policy: per dog, per stay, not per night.

What’s included in “VERY IMPORTANT PAWS”

✔ Comfortable dog-friendly guest rooms

✔ Dog placemat and bowls in room,  

✔  Bedding or dog bed on request

✔ Welcome pack on arrival with useful goodies and necessities

✔ Cosy lounge space where dogs are welcome

✔ Outdoor seating and three acres of grounds to explore

✔ Warm-water washing station with shampoo; dog towels at entrances

✔ Flexible dining arrangements so you don’t have to leave your dog alone  

✔ A foil-wrapped breakfast sausage for every well-behaved dog

Nearby walking

Our resident dogs have tested and approved many local trails, and our own walk maps are available from Reception throughout your stay.

• Hill trails and moorland hikes

• Coastal paths and beaches

• Quiet bay-side walk from the hotel, perfect for a pre or post dinner stroll

• Advice on livestock, MOD activity, tides and seasonal restrictions

• Short drive away walks (e.g. Oldshoremore beach, Scourie bay, Laxford

Practicalities

Dogs are welcome in:

• Selected pre-booked bedrooms

• Both lounges

• Part of the restaurant (staff will guide you)

We ask that dogs are kept on leads in shared indoor spaces.

Food and water bowls provided; please bring your dog’s own food

Small portable fridge available on request

Most owners prefer to bring their dog’s own bed, but we can provide some with a request in advance

Rules for Comfort

• Contact us before booking with a dog. We do cap the total number of dogs in a hotel each night to ensure every dog and every human is comfortable.

• Recommended maximum two medium-sized dogs per room (ask if you have more or larger)

• Charge which includes room deep cleaning : £20 per stay, per dog -

• Dog mats, bean bag and mini leather chesterfield available in the lounges, Throws on request if your dog needs to be on a sofa or chair..

• For anxious dogs, bringing a crate is recommended

• A short walk in the grounds before check-in often helps dogs settle

Health and Safety

• Nearest vet: Tain (details available on request) — approx. 90 minutes’ drive

• Remember medication and consider tick protection before travelling

• First aid kit available at Reception

We want this to be easy — just let us know what your dog needs.

Ready to plan your dog-friendly stay?

Hotel reopens 7 April 2026 — enquiries now welcome.

➡️ Check availability
➡️ Contact us with any dog-specific questions
➡️ Or call us — real humans, calm booking process, happy to advise.

Dog-Friendly Special Offer

To celebrate our hat trick of Good Hotel Guide awards, we’ll be offering a small complimentary extra gift for all dog guests staying during April 2026. Ask us when booking.