The Purple Tree Guest House
Torquay, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitThe Purple Tree Guest House Dog Friendly Review
The Purple Tree Guest House holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for dog friendly stays in Torquay. Your dog is warmly welcomed here, with free run of the bar and lounge for a quiet evening drink, access to the terrace and patio, and a garden area to use as well. There is no weight or size restriction for well-behaved dogs, so larger breeds need not be turned away, and the hotel notes that plenty of places locally are suitable for walks.
In practical terms, your dog can be left alone in the room for a short while, provided he is settled, doesn't bark or become distressed and won't cause any damage. Dogs are welcome in the bar, lounge, terrace, patio and garden, giving a reasonable spread of spaces to relax beyond the bedroom itself. The dog fee is £10 per dog, per night, which is a fair charge given the range of spaces made available, and the hotel accommodates one dog per room.
There are some gaps to plan around. The hotel does not provide a dog bed, bowls, dog food, treats or toys, so you will need to bring your own kit for mealtimes and settling in. There is no dedicated dog space, dog wash area, dog walking service, or grooming arrangement, and dogs are not welcome in the restaurant. This suits an owner with a calm, well-behaved dog who is happy to self-cater on equipment and wants sociable communal spaces to share a drink or sit outside together, rather than someone seeking on-site facilities, organised dog activities or restaurant dining with their dog.
Roch Score: 21/77. This hotel does not meet 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 19 October 2026.
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Is The Purple Tree Guest House dog friendly?
The Purple Tree Guest House welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a pet fee at The Purple Tree Guest House?
Yes. The Purple Tree Guest House charges a pet fee of £10 per dog, per night. 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 The Purple Tree Guest House?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at The Purple Tree Guest House. If you are travelling with more than one dog, speak to the hotel directly before you book so they can advise on the best way to accommodate you.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at The Purple Tree Guest House?
No. The Purple Tree Guest House 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 The Purple Tree Guest House?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Purple Tree Guest House. 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 The Purple Tree Guest House?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at The Purple Tree Guest House, including the bar, terrace, lounge and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Is The Purple Tree Guest House pet-friendly?
The Purple Tree Guest House 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. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at The Purple Tree Guest House?
Yes. The Purple Tree Guest House 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 Roch Dog rank does The Purple Tree Guest House hold?
The Purple Tree Guest House holds a Rank C rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at The Purple Tree Guest House?
The pet policy at The Purple Tree Guest House covers the essentials: a pet fee of £10 per dog, per night applies, up to 1 dog per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, terrace, lounge and garden. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.