14 March 2026
Tenby is one of the most dog-friendly seaside towns in Wales, known for its colourful harbour, historic streets and sweeping sandy beaches. Visitors travelling with dogs will find a wide range of welcoming places to stay, from seafront hotels to flexible self-catering cottages and holiday parks close to the coast.
While some beaches have seasonal restrictions during the summer, there are still plenty of places to walk with your dog. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path passes through Tenby, offering spectacular coastal scenery and year-round walking routes.
This guide highlights some of the best dog-friendly accommodation in Tenby to help you plan a relaxed Pembrokeshire break with your four-legged companion.
Top Dog-Friendly Hotels in Tenby
Tenby offers several hotels with dedicated dog-friendly rooms, many located close to the beach or the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, making early morning walks easy before breakfast.
Overlooking Tenby's beautiful South Beach, the Imperial Hotel Tenby offers stylish dog-friendly accommodation in Tenby, making it a great option for visitors who want to bring their four-legged companions along to the Pembrokeshire coast. Recently refurbished, the historic clifftop hotel now combines its Victorian character with fresh, contemporary interiors and comfortable bedrooms designed for modern seaside stays. A number of rooms welcome dogs, allowing guests to enjoy Tenby's spectacular coastal scenery without leaving their pets behind. With the harbour, town centre and several dog-friendly walking routes nearby, it's an ideal base for a dog-friendly holiday in Tenby and Pembrokeshire.
Penally Abbey – Dog-Friendly Boutique Stay Near Tenby
Just a short distance from Tenby in the charming coastal village of Penally, Penally Abbey Hotel offers elegant dog-friendly accommodation near Tenby with wonderful views across the dunes and golf course towards Caldey Island. This historic country house hotel combines period charm with beautifully styled rooms and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Selected bedrooms welcome well-behaved dogs, making it a lovely choice for guests looking to enjoy a dog-friendly holiday in Pembrokeshire. A short walk from the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Penally Abbey is perfectly placed for long seaside walks with your four-legged companion before returning to the comfort of this characterful coastal retreat.
Clarence House Hotel
Overlooking Tenby's Esplanade, The Clarence House Hotel is a convenient option for dog-friendly accommodation in Tenby. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in selected rooms, making it easy for visitors to enjoy a seaside break with their four-legged companions. Its location close to South Beach and Castle Beach means coastal walks are right on the doorstep, while Tenby's harbour, cafés and sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path are all within easy reach – ideal for guests planning a relaxed pet-friendly stay in Tenby.
Dog-Friendly Guesthouses & B&Bs
Tenby also has welcoming guesthouses and smaller B&Bs that allow dogs, offering a comfortable and more intimate alternative to larger hotels.
No.1 The Esplanade
Overlooking Tenby's South Beach, No.1 The Esplanade Guest Accommodation is a welcoming choice for visitors seeking dog-friendly accommodation in Tenby. Dogs are accepted in designated rooms, making it easy to enjoy a seaside break with your four-legged companion.
The Townhouse Bed & Breakfast
The Townhouse Tenby offers a stylish boutique stay in the heart of the town, with a strong focus on personal service and recently refurbished interiors. For guests travelling with pets, the property has one designated dog-friendly ground floor room, which benefits from direct access to the courtyard garden, ideal for easy access with four-legged companions. Just a short walk from Tenby's beaches, harbour and restaurants, it provides a comfortable and welcoming base for visitors looking for dog-friendly accommodation in Tenby with a more intimate, guest-house feel.
Dog-Friendly Self-Catering in Tenby
Self-catering accommodation offers flexibility for dog owners, with more space and the freedom to come and go. Tenby and the surrounding area offer a variety of dog-friendly cottages, apartments and holiday homes. All those highlighted below, and many others, can be booked via Holiday Cottages.
Ramsey Cottage
This welcoming Welsh holiday cottage offers a comfortable base for exploring the vibrant seaside town of Tenby. Sleeping up to four guests and welcoming dogs, this two-bedroom property is ideal for couples or small families planning a coastal break in Pembrokeshire. Located just 300 metres from Tenby's North Beach, and within easy walking distance of the town's independent shops, pubs and eateries, it's perfectly placed for visitors who want to leave the car behind and enjoy everything Tenby has to offer on foot.
Scarborough House
Overlooking the beach with sweeping views towards Caldey Island and St Catherine's Island, this dog-friendly coastal apartment makes a lovely base for a Tenby seaside break. Just a short stroll from the harbour, independent shops, cafés and restaurants, it's ideal for exploring the town on foot. After a day on Tenby's beautiful beaches, guests can relax in the comfortable living space with sea views, while two stylish bedrooms and a small patio area provide a peaceful spot to unwind by the coast.
Belle Vue House
Perfect for larger gatherings, this impressive historic townhouse has recently undergone an extensive renovation, blending period character with modern comfort. Set within Tenby's medieval town walls and overlooking the iconic North Beach and harbour, the property offers spectacular sea views and a wonderfully central location just moments from shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants.
With generous living spaces spread across multiple floors, it's an ideal choice for bigger groups, whether for a special celebration or a multi-generational family holiday. Dog friendly and full of character, the house also boasts a fascinating history – its blue plaque recalls how Henry Tudor once hid in the cellars before escaping via the harbour steps to France.
Dog-Friendly Holiday Parks in Tenby
Holiday parks provide another good option for visitors travelling with dogs, particularly for families seeking on-site facilities and outdoor space.
Located just outside Tenby, Kiln Park Holiday Centre is a large family holiday park set close to the dunes of Tenby South Beach. The park offers a wide choice of accommodation including modern caravans, lodges and touring pitches, with selected dog-friendly options available – ideal for visitors wanting to bring their four-legged companion on a Pembrokeshire seaside break.
Operated by Haven, the site features extensive facilities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, family activities and evening entertainment, alongside restaurants and cafés. With Tenby's harbour, beaches and coastal paths just a short walk away, Kiln Park is a convenient base for exploring the coastline and enjoying dog-friendly walks along the Pembrokeshire coast.
Located just outside Tenby, Florence Springs offers a peaceful countryside retreat with a collection of stylish self-catering lodges set around tranquil lakes. Many of the contemporary lodges feature private decking and sunken hot tubs, creating a relaxing base for exploring the area.
The site sits alongside Heatherton World of Activities, a popular attraction that is also dog friendly, making it a great option for visitors travelling with pets. With the “Wag Tail” dog-friendly lodge available, Florence Springs provides comfortable accommodation for guests looking to enjoy Tenby, nearby beaches and the wider Pembrokeshire Coast with their four-legged companions.
What to Do with Your Dog in Tenby
Tenby is ideal for exploring with dogs, with coastal walks, harbour strolls and dog-friendly places to eat all within easy reach.
When dog restrictions aren't in place, and on a very low tide, you can walk from the expansive South Beach to Castle Beach, around the back of Castle Hill, beneath the legs of Tenby's two lifeboat stations and onto North Beach, a route that sometimes feels like a local secret.
If the tide isn't low enough, simply walk up the Castle Beach slipway, cross the harbour square – perhaps stopping for a crab sandwich or cockles from the fishmongers in the old harbour master's office – and continue across to North Beach.
Even during annual summer restrictions, dogs are welcomed on the right-hand end of South Beach (to the right of the main café towards Giltar Point). You can see more about which areas are open to dogs here.
Tenby also has several dog-friendly pubs and restaurants, including the Hope & Anchor, The Bay Tree and the Imperial Hotel, where the restaurant enjoys wonderful views of St Catherine's Island and Caldey Island.
Dogs are also welcome on the boats to Caldey Island between Easter and October, where peaceful island walks offer a different perspective of Tenby and the Pembrokeshire coastline.
Final Tips for Visiting Tenby with Dogs
Before visiting, check seasonal beach restrictions as some areas have dog-free zones during the summer months. Outside these zones there are still plenty of coastal paths and quieter beaches to explore.
Dog-friendly accommodation in Tenby is popular, particularly during summer, so booking in advance is recommended. For more ideas on places to eat, walk and explore with your dog, visit the Dog Friendly Pembrokeshire guide and our 48 hours in Tenby guide.
