For those looking for a chance to get away but need somewhere dog-friendly, Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) offers ideal canine-friendly properties for guests to relax in the company of their pet. The country retreats and secluded hotels surrounded by acres of woodland that are on offer from SLH are perfect for dog walking and indulging in some quality time with the pet pooch.

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) offers a variety of properties that welcome canine companions including the luxurious Raithwaite Estate in Whitby, North Yorkshire, the magnificent Luton Hoo Hotel, the charming Dormy House Hotel in the Cotswolds and The Arch in central London.

The Raithwaite Estate, Whitby, North Yorkshire www.slh.com/hotels/the-raithwaite-estate/
This expansive 19th century country estate from Small Luxury Hotels of the World features a courtyard with Deluxe rooms and The Keep with ground floor Club rooms, specifically designed to accommodate owners and their dogs. The acres surrounding the hotel are abundant with millstreams, woodland and a pretty waterfall, offering the perfect setting to let dogs exercise while owners enjoy the beautifully maintained gardens. For the ultimate relaxation experience during a break, the spa at The Raithwaite Estate has everything needed to de-stress and detox, with a heated indoor pool, steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. However guests don't need to worry about leaving their pet, as the hotel has its very own Dog Spa, where pooches get pampered with a variety of treatments and therapies to energise and invigorate. Alternatively the hotel features one of the most comfortable dog lodges in the UK, where guests can leave their dog safe in the knowledge that it will be looked after well while they make the most of their surroundings, taking advantage of the splendid Poachers Bar, the variety of sports organised by the hotel, or simply relaxing in the luxurious comfort of their room.
Double rooms at The Raithwaite Estate with Small Luxury Hotels of the World are priced from £130 per night based on two people sharing on a room only basis. To book, visit www.slh.com or call 0800 0482 314

Luton Hoo Hotel, Luton www.slh.com/hotels/luton-hoo-hotel/
Located in the glorious English countryside, this former stately home from Small Luxury Hotels of the World provides a luxurious retreat for guests and their pet. The stunning mansion is surrounded by 1000 acres of parkland, with its own river, lakes, spa and 18-hole golf course. Guests can stay with their canine companions in ground floor Parkland and Flower Garden rooms, with patio doors allowing immediate access onto the grounds. For an extra £30 per night, the hotel will ensure every dogs needs are taken care of, they will organise dinner, a bed, a bowl, a ball and some doggy treats. On request, the restaurant's chef will happily prepare a pre-ordered doggy dinner using dog-friendly ingredients, and room service will deliver the meals to guests' rooms at suitable feeding times. The reception team can also recommend great walks around the grounds for dog walkers.
Double rooms at Luton Hoo Hotel with Small Luxury Hotels of the World are priced from £180 per night based on two people sharing on a bed and breakfast basis. To book, visit www.slh.com or call 0800 0482 314

Dormy House Hotel, Broadway, the Cotswolds www.slh.com/hotels/dormy-house-hotel/ 
Located just minutes from the pretty Cotswold-stone village of Broadway, this 17th century farmhouse is a tranquil retreat that is the epitome of English country charm. Part of the Farncombe estate, the hotel is set in 400 acres of land, stretching from Broadway to the top of Fish Hill, providing the ideal setting to roam the countryside with the family pet. Guests can curl up in front of a roaring fire, sample some delicious comfort food from one of the three restaurants, the Garden Room, the Potting Shed and the Greenhouse, or take advantage of the serene spa with its selection of luxurious treatments and therapies. Guests with dogs can stay in the special dog-friendly rooms, located in the Danish Court Wing. Although some public areas of the hotel including the restaurants, the spa and the reception are pet-free zones, near to their rooms guests will find designated areas within the grounds where their pets can roam free, as well as a number of popular trails for dog walkers.
Double rooms at Dormy House Hotel with Small Luxury Hotels of the World are priced from £230 per night, based on two people sharing on a bed and breakfast basis. To book, visit www.slh.com or call 0800 0482 314

The Arch, London www.slh.com/hotels/the-arch-hotel-london/ 
For owners and their dogs who relish the bustling city centre scene, The Arch in central London provides the perfect hub from which to explore nearby Hyde Park. The hotel is located on a quiet residential street to give a sense of peace, however only a stone's throw away, guests will find cosmopolitan bars and shops including the famous Selfridges. As well as providing a luxurious setting for guests, for an extra £15 per night pooches are well looked after too. On arrival guests with dogs will have a dog bed in their room, with a dog-toy, some doggy treats and some refreshing dog-fur and body wash, even a special 'Pet's Menu' is available at an extra charge. Upon pre-ordering, the Martini Library will happily provide dogs with a specially prepared dinner. Should guests wish to venture from the hotel to peruse the shops, the hotel will look after their pet and even book them in to the Chelsea Pet Spa for treatments at an additional cost.
Double rooms at The Arch with Small Luxury Hotels of the World are priced from £351 per night based on two people sharing on a room only basis. To book, visit www.slh.com or call 0800 0482 314

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About Small Luxury Hotels of the World: The Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH) brand is an unrivalled portfolio of some of the world's finest small independent hotels. Comprising over 520 hotels in more than 70 countries, the diversity of the individual hotels, and the experiences that they offer, is exceptional. From cutting-edge design hotels to palatial 17th century mansions, city centre sanctuaries to remote private islands, historic country houses to idyllic resorts, Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers only the very best. Reservations can be made at any Small Luxury Hotels of the World property online at www.slh.com, via the free SLH iPhone app or by contacting your favourite travel agent. You can also call a Small Luxury Hotels of the World reservations office; to view a listing by country please click here: http://www.slh.com/contact-us/.

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