Greenbanks Hotel
Great Fransham, Norfolk, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitGreenbanks Hotel Dog Friendly Review
Greenbanks Hotel holds a respectable B Roch Rank, and it is easy to see why dog owners rate it well. Dogs are welcome in the bar and restaurant, provided other guests are comfortable with this, and on the patios too. There are grounds to enjoy along with a walk around the hotel's lake, plus a small garden room set aside as a dedicated space for dogs since there is no lounge. Nearby, Thetford Forest is around 20 minutes by car and the Norfolk coast about 35 minutes, both offering lovely places to explore, and there is even a local dog swimming pool in summer and dog agility in nearby Necton. With no size or weight restrictions, dogs of all breeds are genuinely welcome here.
Day to day, the hotel offers a limited number of dog beds on a first-come, first-served basis, and a bowl can be provided on request. Poop bags are available if needed. Well-behaved dogs may be left in the room while you dine in the restaurant, which adds flexibility for mealtimes. There is a dog fee of £15 per dog, per night, and no damage deposit is required, although any damage caused would be charged for accordingly. Dogs are welcome across the bar, restaurant, patios, grounds and garden room, giving a good spread of spaces to settle into during your stay, with up to two dogs permitted per room.
The main restriction to plan around is that only around 50% of the accommodation is dog friendly, so it is worth confirming your room type in advance. There is no dog wash or shower area, no dog-walking service, and the hotel does not arrange grooming or sitting, so this suits owners happy to manage exercise and care themselves. There are no dog toys, treats or food for sale on site, so come prepared. Overall, this is a well suited stay for owners with sociable, well-behaved dogs who enjoy lake walks and nearby forest or coastal trips, and who do not need on-site grooming or dedicated dog-washing facilities. Owners seeking those extra services should look elsewhere.”
Roch Score: 33/77. Meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 26 October 2026.
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Is Greenbanks Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. Greenbanks Hotel meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B rating. That is earned against a detailed independent assessment, so the welcome is verified rather than assumed.
Is there a pet fee at Greenbanks Hotel?
Yes. Greenbanks Hotel charges a pet fee of £15 per dog, per night. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at Greenbanks Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Greenbanks Hotel, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Greenbanks Hotel?
No. Greenbanks Hotel has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at Greenbanks Hotel?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Greenbanks Hotel. We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in Greenbanks Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Greenbanks Hotel, including the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at Greenbanks Hotel?
Greenbanks Hotel provides a dog bed and food and water bowls for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is Greenbanks Hotel pet-friendly?
Greenbanks Hotel welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank B rating.
Are pets allowed at Greenbanks Hotel?
Yes. Greenbanks Hotel allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at Greenbanks Hotel?
The pet policy at Greenbanks Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of £15 per dog, per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.