THE SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel in Kelso has been awarded the title of ‘Top Luxe Property’ by leading dog-friendly holiday company PetsPyjamas.
The popular Borders hotel is one of 13 winning properties where a dog (and their lucky human) can enjoy a getaway this side of Christmas and beyond.
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Judged in-line with PetsPyjamas’ consistent gold-standard of dog-friendliness, the awards consider a property’s ability to offer dog-loving atmosphere and staff at all times; three or more dog-friendly rooms available to book; four-legged access to some of the property’s communal areas and the ability to dine with their owners with special pet menus being a bonus; dog facilities and provisions such as a bed, bowls and treats in the property; and nearby dog-friendly attractions such as a fabulous doggy walks or a dog-friendly beach.
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Speaking about their award, Dominique Beer, Director of Sales & Marketing at SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel & Golf said: “We love dogs at SCHLOSS Roxburghe and we know they’re more than just pets. In fact, many of our best colleagues are dogs! From the gun dogs to our furry companions in the hotel and golf course, things wouldn’t be the same without our four-legged friends.
“We also understand that as an integral member of the family, the importance of them joining in on holiday adventures which is why they are warmly welcomed across the resort, we even have a luxury doggy shower.
“We feel extremely privileged to be the winner of PetsPyjamas Top Luxe Property 2022. We pride ourselves on being the one of the best dog-friendly hotels in Scotland and can’t wait to welcome more furry friends and their owners in the future!”
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PetsPyjamas Managing Director James Williams adds: “Taking your dog away to somewhere they are welcomed is very much the norm nowadays.
“This feels like miles away from when we first started working with the hospitality industry in 2014, trying to switch their stance from merely dog tolerant to truly dog welcoming.
“Leading the pack in the best in dog friendly holidays ever since, we always strive to offer something for everyone and every dog - and our annual awards shine a spotlight on the properties offering our most in demand kind of break. With all our brilliant winners, dogs have all the ammo they need to pet, set, GO in 2023 and we congratulate SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel & Golf on their place in the awards.”
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