Top Pet-Friendly Hotels in Surrey and SW London

Pooch pampering is a low priority for most hotels. Fiona Adams flags up some tail-wagging exceptions

Weekends away with your pet can be a minefield. Too many ‘pet friendly’ hotels merely tolerate Fido – for a price – rather than actively welcome him.

A recent stay with my dog Bertie in the Lake District proved the point. Yes, our hotel provided him with towel and biscuits and did not mind his barking at another canine guest. But with a tiny room on the first floor, taking him for a wee and a walk was a hassle and we were constantly falling over his crate.

Time for hotels to up their game and make it easier to stay with a furry friend. Thankfully, some have done so already...