10 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels In California, USA - Updated 2024

Malavika
Malavika 
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Celebrity sightings, vineyards, glitzy golf resorts and a gorgeous coastline make California one of the most-visited and popular destinations in the USA. History lovers will love the old town of Sacramento, while Venice Beach is a haven for surfing. Scenic views abound in national parks, including Yosemite and Death Valley, while kids will have a fun time in Disneyland in Anaheim. Lake Tahoe, Alcatraz Island, Santa Cruz Vineyards, San Diego Zoo — the list of things to see in California is endless. And of course, there’s the picturesque coastline, some of which you can explore with your four-legged friends. To that end, check out the best pet-friendly hotels in California, USA.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.

1. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego (from USD 324)

Is your dog accompanying you on a work trip to San Diego? Worry not, as Manchester Hyatt San Diego allows two dogs per room or suite, each weighing 50 lbs (22.7 kg) or less. Plus, their combined weight shouldn’t exceed 75 lbs (34 kg). The hotel charges pet cleaning fees of 100 USD for stays up to 6 nights, an extra 100 USD for 7 to 30 nights, and at their discretion for more than 30-night stays.

Furthermore, you can even leave well-behaved dogs unattended in the rooms. When you check in, your doggie is presented with a bowl for food and water. The best bit? There are many grassy relief areas close to the hotel.

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 Market Pl, San Diego City Center, San Diego (CA), United States, 92101-7714
342.55 km (212.9 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace

2. Loews Hollywood Hotel, Los Angeles (from USD 269)

Thanks to the “Loews Loves Pets” program that launched more than 20 years ago, your four-legged friends are treated like VIPs at Loews Hollywood Hotel. Besides green areas for walking dogs, perks include a welcome letter along with a list of local pet accessories, food, and other services. A special pet room-service menu is also available.

The hotel also offers special comforts, including scoopers, litter boxes, collars, leashes and even specialized beds. You can also request pick-up bags, water bowls and dog-walking route maps. Still not impressed? They hand out special treats such as scratch poles, catnip, and rawhide bones! Pet fees here are charged 100 USD per stay, with a maximum of two pets in the room and each weighing less than 75 lbs (34 kg).

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Loews Hollywood Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 1755 North Highland Avenue
155.06 km (96.4 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

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3. San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square (from USD 309)

Are you exploring San Francisco with your four-legged companion? Stay at the swanky Marriott Marquis at Union Square that welcomes pets. Note that they shouldn’t weigh more than 40 lbs (18 kg), and there is a non-refundable fee of 40 USD per stay.

Additionally, they cannot be left unattended in the rooms and must stay with you all the time. Ask the concierge where they can play on the premises.

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San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 780 Mission Street
402.91 km (250.4 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

4. Hilton Los Angeles-Universal City (from USD 271)

If you are travelling to Universal Studios Hollywood, this 4-star hotel is a great accommodation choice. It offers spacious rooms that can fit a family of four, and pets are also welcome!

Hilton Los Angeles-Universal City allows both four-legged buddies and service animals, and they charge a non-refundable deposit of 75 USD per stay. What’s more, only two pets weighing no more than 75 lbs each (34 kg) are allowed per room.

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Hilton Los Angeles-Universal City

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 555 Universal Hollywood Drive
150.88 km (93.8 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

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5. Portola Hotel & Spa, Monterey (from USD 429)

Treat yourself and your pet to a grand holiday when you stay in Monterey at Portola Hotel & Spa! When you arrive, your furry companions receive a slew of welcome gifts, including homemade treats! They’re given dog beds, too. You can even bring your pet along with you for dinner at the in-house Club Room and even the onsite brewpub. The latter also offers discounted “Bark Bowls” during happy hour. After a fun day, book a massage for them at the Signature Paw Spa.

All these are available for a first night fee of 50 USD. In addition, Portola Hotel & Spa provides a comprehensive list of pet-friendly activities nearby.

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Portola Hotel & Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: Two Portola Plaza
291.19 km (181.0 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace

6. Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel (from USD 154)

Guests travelling to Disneyland with their beloved four-legged companions will love the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel, which welcomes service animals and pets. The hotel has a host of standard rooms where both cats and dogs are allowed but cannot be left unattended. You can have two pets in your room for a non-refundable deposit of 100 USD (plus taxes) per stay.

When you check-in, your pet is registered and issued a pet tag that needs to be on your pet’s collar at all times on the premises. The best bit? The pet fee is waived for service animals. Moreover, leashed pets can hop onboard the Dream Machine Shuttle at the hotel.

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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 900 South Disneyland Drive
200.78 km (124.8 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

7. Hotel Azure, Lake Tahoe (from USD 127)

Lake Tahoe is a haven for dogs, with lots of pet-friendly parks, beaches, and trails. Stay with your pet at Hotel Azure, which sits right across the lake and is a short stroll from the dog-friendly end of Reagan Beach. For a nightly fee of 25 USD, the hotel allows a single pet per room. Guests also receive a doggie bag, treats, a food bowl, and even a plush dog bed. Plus, there’s a grassy relief area on the property.

Rooms and suites are all chic, featuring huge floor-to-ceiling windows with mesmerizing views. The best bit is that most of the rooms and suites have private patios or balconies where you can relax with your pet.

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Hotel Azure

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd
405.62 km (252.1 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Laundry

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8. La Quinta by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West (from USD 143)

Are you looking for pet-friendly accommodation near the airport in San Francisco? Then the La Quinta by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West is for you. This 3-star property welcomes them for an additional fee of 20 USD per night. Make sure to inquire with the hotel about the availability of their pet-friendly rooms.

Rooms are spacious, featuring large double beds, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. There is a garden with outdoor furniture on the premises, where you can rest with your four-legged friends.

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La Quinta by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1390 El Camino Real
390.25 km (242.5 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry Dry cleaning

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bakersfield (from USD 108)

Travellers looking for budget pet-friendly Californian accommodation will love the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson in Bakersfield. This hotel welcomes four-legged companions, but make sure to inquire with the staff regarding the pet fee. A pet bowl is provided for them.

Rooms are spacious, with suites that can sleep up to five guests. Hotel facilities include a garden and a sun terrace with outdoor seating, where you can lounge with your pets during downtime.

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bakersfield, CA

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 2310 Wible Road
4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace

10. Caliente Tropics Resort, Palm Springs (from USD 117)

Pets are more than welcome at Caliente Tropics Resort, which allows both cats and dogs on the property. What makes it exceptional is that the pool and spa area welcomes pets, and there is an expansive lawn where they can run around and play. They can be left unattended in the rooms for short periods, too.

Other hotel facilities include family rooms, a fitness centre and a spa. Designated areas for smoking and pet relief are also available.

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Caliente Tropics Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 411 E Palm Canyon Drive
287.49 km (178.7 mi) from Jastro Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

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Have fun in California with your pet

Sun-kissed California is one of the best places to enjoy a beachside vacation with your pet. There are so many parks and beaches for your four-legged friends, and these above-mentioned pet-friendly hotels ensure you have a hassle-free stay. Choose one of these best pet-friendly hotels in California, USA, for a memorable vacation with your furry companions.

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Malavika, a freelance writer and coffee enthusiast, is well-versed in Kopfkino. Her interests include engaging discussions on New Zealand, the domino theory, dystopian fiction, and Harry Potter.

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