20 Dog-Friendly Hotels Worth Booking In California
Somewhere in California, a hotel is stocking a lifeguard-tower dog house in its own private dog park. Another serves gourmet meals plated for pups on a terrace above the Pacific.
A few skip pet fees entirely and invite dogs to the evening reception.
From the redwood coast down to San Diego’s bays, these 20 stays treat dogs like paying guests. Here is where to point the car, and what your pup gets when you check in.
1. Stanford Inn by the Sea, Mendocino
Llamas, donkeys and horses live on the grounds here, so your dog has a whole barnyard welcoming committee. The Mendocino inn hosts up to three pets of any size, with a $45 fee for the first and $22.50 for each extra.
Bowls, litter bags, furniture covers and handmade treats made to be easy on tummies arrive at check-in.
Dogs roam everywhere except the indoor pool area, and they may join you in the lobby for breakfast.
2. Kimpton Hotel Enso, San Francisco
No fee. No deposit.
No weight limit. Kimpton Hotel Enso on Sutter Street keeps things refreshingly simple for traveling pets, and furry, fuzzy or scaly guests all qualify.
Rooms come with pet beds, treats, water bowls, courtesy walking bags and a door hanger announcing the VIP inside.
Only the seventh floor sits out. A grassy patch waits about one block away, and pets join the nightly hosted reception.
3. Kimpton Alton Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco
Bring one dog. Bring three.
Kimpton Alton on Jones Street sets no cap on pets and charges nothing extra, whatever the size or breed.
Bowls, plush beds and courtesy walking bags come standard, plus treats at the front desk.
Joseph Conrad Square sits one block away for quick stops, and Pepi’s Dog Play Area is four blocks out. Pets need crating if left alone in the room.
4. Hotel Zelos, San Francisco
A pet wagon rolls up at check-in, and your dog picks a toy from it. That single detail makes Hotel Zelos on 4th Street unforgettable.
Two pets of any size stay for $75 per visit, and $5 of that goes to the San Francisco Humane Society.
Beds, bowls, waste bags and a door hanger are included. The heated patio at Dirty Habit welcomes pups too.
5. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection, Napa
Rolling farm paths, open sky and a resort on Stanly Lane in Napa that plans for dogs rather than tolerating them. Two canines per room are welcome, any weight or breed, at $250 plus tax per dog, per stay.
Expect a plush bed, branded bowls, thoughtful treats, waste bags and walking maps.
Outdoor seating at the restaurant, the bar and the coffee shop is dog-approved. Fixed-length leashes only, please.
6. Little River Inn, Little River
Picture a private cabana dinner on the Mendocino Coast with a dog snoozing under the table. Five dog-friendly outdoor cabanas make that real, with advance reservations.
Two pets of any size stay for $30 per pet, per night, and pet rooms must be booked by phone.
Dishes, a pet towel, cover sheets, waste bags and treats are waiting. There is even a three-hour dog-friendly outrigger canoe trip on Big River.
7. Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection, Calistoga
Calistoga’s sunny hideaway hands out welcome treats, a bed, bowls and a personalized card with your dog’s name on it. Small gesture, big grin.
Two dogs of any size fit into designated rooms, with a fee around $150 per stay depending on booking terms.
Walking trails and a pet relief area cover the basics. Crated dogs may stay solo briefly, but the pool and spa stay dog-free.
8. Carmel Mission Inn, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel loves dogs, and this Barnyard-area inn plays along nicely. One dog up to 75 pounds costs $100 per stay, while two run $150.
Cats are welcome too, though pets need crating when left alone.
Grassy areas on site handle quick breaks, and walking trails sit close by. Guests happily mention the Dog Bar, which is exactly the kind of amenity that earns loyalty from four-legged regulars.
9. Carmel Valley Ranch, Carmel
There is an in-room dining menu written for dogs. Yes, really.
Carmel Valley Ranch on Old Ranch Road takes canine hospitality seriously.
Two dogs of any size stay for a one-time $195 per pet. The included Basic Pup package brings ceramic bowls, bottled water, a treat and a memory-foam bed.
Upgrade to Playful Pup for extra gear. Outdoor restaurant tables and nearby trails welcome leashed pups.
10. Alila Ventana Big Sur, Big Sur
Breakfast on The Sur House Terrace, fog drifting through redwoods, and your dog at your feet with a chef-made meal. Ventana’s kitchen prepares gourmet dog dishes for an extra charge.
Two dogs of any size join you for a one-time $150 fee along Highway 1.
A cushy bed and water bowl greet arrivals, and waste stations dot the grounds. Dogs stay out of the pool and indoor dining.
11. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa, Monterey
Ground-floor rooms with private patios mean midnight potty runs take seconds, not elevator rides. Every pet room here sits at lawn level on Old Golf Course Road.
One dog up to 50 pounds works, or two dogs totaling 75. Fees run $100 for one to six nights, $200 for longer stays.
Treats, bowls and blankets are provided. Grassy stretches and walking trails ring the property.
12. Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara
Two blocks from the sand, with Moorish tile everywhere you look, Santa Barbara’s Hotel Californian says yes to dogs of every size. No weight limits at all.
A one-time $250 cleaning fee applies, and bowls plus beds appear at check-in.
Dogs join you across most public spaces, including the restaurant patio at Goat Tree. Just plan to keep your pup with you, since rooms cannot be left unattended.
13. The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Los Olivos
Stagecoach history, ranch-country quiet, and a village you can stroll to with a leash in hand. The inn on Railway Avenue sits steps from Los Olivos shops and sidewalk tables.
Dogs of any size stay for $150 per visit, and the grounds are fully pet-friendly.
Food and water bowls plus a dog bed wait in the room. Mornings here practically beg for a slow neighborhood walk.
14. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
Dedicated pet floors on Wilshire Boulevard change the whole vibe. Nobody side-eyes a hallway bark when neighbors travel with dogs too.
Any size, any breed, any number of pets, and zero fees or deposits. Cats count as well.
Complimentary beds, water bowls delivered to the door and courtesy bags come with the stay. Well-mannered pets may nap alone, and a grassy corner sits just around the block.
15. Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel, Palm Springs
Palm Springs sidewalks were practically designed for dog walks, and the Rowan on Tahquitz Canyon Way leans in. Pets of any size, breed or number stay free, no deposit needed.
Beds, treats, door hangers, courtesy bags and water bowls arrive in the room, and a waiver gets signed at check-in.
Dogs mingle on the terrace and in the lounge. Pool and 4 Saints stay pet-free.
16. Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach
Paw-Séa might be the cleverest amenity on this list: a private on-site dog park with a lifeguard tower doghouse. Surf city charm, dog-sized.
Dogs of all sizes stay for a one-time $150 fee on Pacific Coast Highway.
The package includes a bed, bowl and treat, plus a take-home collar, leash and toy. Lōrea serves a dog menu, and Huntington Dog Beach sits under two miles away.
17. Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort, Huntington Beach
Closest hotel to Huntington Dog Beach, and yes, you can walk there. Sandy paws come standard.
Pets of any size or breed stay free with no cap on numbers, and cats are welcome too. Post the Pet in Room sign and your dog may stay behind briefly.
Loaner beds, bowls, mats and waste bags are provided, plus a concierge list of pet-friendly spots and a Wag! Premium trial.
18. Mission Pacific Beach Resort, Oceanside
Oceanside has quietly become one of Southern California’s most dog-welcoming beach towns. Mission Pacific on North Myers Street puts you right in the walkable middle of it.
Two dogs are welcome, up to 50 pounds each or 75 combined, for $200 per stay.
Bowls come with the room, and pet bedding arrives on request. Leashes stay on, dogs stay with you, and the pier is minutes away.
19. The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Oceanside
Pacific views stretch from many rooms and lounges here, with the Oceanside pier framed like a postcard. National travel editors have named it among the best pet-friendly hotels around.
Two dogs stay for $200 per visit, up to 50 pounds each or 75 combined.
Bowls wait in the room, leashes stay clipped, and dogs need company at all times. Dog-friendly cafes surround the block.
20. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina, San Diego
Two of San Diego’s best off-leash spots, Fiesta Island and Ocean Beach dog beach, sit close to this Quivira Road resort. Marina breezes included.
One dog up to 50 pounds or two totaling 75 can join you. Fees are $100 for one to six nights, $200 beyond that.
Beds and bowls are stocked, ground-floor patio rooms make outings easy, and bayfront paths are made for sniffing.
