Dog-friendly Edinburgh: cafes, stays, walks and beaches

Yes, Edinburgh has dog-friendly options. We list 35 checked places so far, including Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, Braid Hills Hotel, Britannia Hotel Edinburgh. Each listing shows where dogs are allowed, any fees, the source and the date we last checked it. That includes 9 places in Stockbridge and 5 in Leith, plus Broughton pubs, Portobello beach and city centre shopping.

Dog-friendly spots we have checked in Stockbridge include Sip & Bark, The Stockbridge Tap, The Bailie, The Antiquary, Artisan Roast Stockbridge, Inverleith Park, Water of Leith at Stockbridge and Dean Village, The Raeburn, Hectors. Pet dogs are not allowed in the Royal Botanic Garden, but Inverleith Park next door welcomes them.

Charges we have recorded: Virgin Hotels Edinburgh: Free; Hotel Indigo Edinburgh: £20 per night; Braid Hills Hotel: £20 per dog per night; Britannia Hotel Edinburgh: £10 per night, or £25 for more than two nights, plus a £50 refundable deposit; 100 Princes Street: £50 per night.

Yes. City of Edinburgh Council beach rules allow seasonal dog-free areas, marked by signs and maps, and require dogs to be on a short lead near wildlife at nesting times. Check the signs when you arrive. Cramond Island is tidal, so check the RNLI safe crossing times before you cross the causeway.

Many walks and estates here ask for leads, especially near livestock and ground-nesting birds from April to July. Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and any local signs.