Want to travel with your dog to Europe but worried about the journey? Flying may be stressing for both you and your beloved furry friend, especially if your dog needs to travel in the cargo hold. With P&O Ferries, you can go on holiday safely and with ease, knowing that your pet can travel in the comfort of your own car and even sleep with you in one of our pet friendly cabins!
Have you made it abroad with your pooch but scared you’ll bark at the wrong door? Sadly, not all hotels welcome our four legged friends. But luckily, many have the seal of paw-pproval! Here’s our guide to the best dog friendly hotels in Europe, so you can rest assured you and your pooch will have the holiday of your dreams!
But don’t let the sleeping dogs lie, make the most of your time abroad and check our guide to the best dog friendly restaurants in Europe!
1. Best dog friendly hotels in Amsterdam
If you’re looking to splurge on yourself and your pooch, make a booking at the Intercontinental Amstel Hotel, with its 5 star appeal and gorgeous views of the canals, you’ll be treated as pet royalty. Plus, with no pet fee and a dog policy that includes large dogs, you and your brood of hounds can rest assured you’re all welcome!
On a budget? Don’t compromise style for affordability, stay at the Hotel De Mallemoolen, which allows up to 2 pets of any size for no additional fee.
2. Bets dog friendly hotels in Paris
Paris, the city of glamour, lights and love – but who needs a partner when you can bring your faithful pooch with you and stay in one of the glitziest hotels of the Ville Lumière?
If glamour is what you and your furry friend are after, then the 5-star Le Meurice in the fabulous Rue de Rivoli, is what you’re looking for. Dogs stay for free, sadly we can’t say the same for their human counterparts!
Looking for more affordable hotels that allow dogs? The Best Western Star Champs Elysees is located in one of Paris’ top addresses and welcomes dogs of any sizes at no extra cost.
3. Best dog friendly hotels in Brussels
Brussels is a couple hours drive away from our P&O Ferries Rotterdam and Calais ports and a great place to take your pooch for a ride. Make a reservation at the Sofitel
Brussels Le Louise for a stylish dog friendly stay where your pup can rest at no additional fee.
Alternatively, for a more economical option, stay at the Hotel Sabina, conveniently located minutes away from Cirque Royal and the Place Royale, amongst other amenities.
You’ll be pleased to know this dog friendly lodge is also free of extra charge for our four legged friends.
4. Best dog friendly hotels in Berlin
Berlin was voted Germany’s most dog-friendly city in 2011, and with its many sights and glorious parks, we can definitely see why! Take a well deserved luxurious break from all the sightseeing and outdoor dog activities by booking the Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin, located just a stone’s throw away from the Brandenburg Gate. Pets of any size can stay for free with a refundable deposit of EUR 150 per night.
Want to splurge on eating out rather than sleeping in? Then book the Acama Hotel & Hostel Kreuzberg, where up to 2 pets of any size can stay for just EUR 10 per room a night.
5. Best dog friendly hotels in Rome
The Ancient Romans were renown dog-lovers and even buried them alongside their families with ornate grave monuments. Fast-forward to 2000 years later, and the contemporary Romans still show the same love for their pups, so much so, that they can stay for free in one of Rome’s top hotels. The luxury dog friendly hotel Raphael, situated right by the spectacular Piazza Navona, even caters for the most sophisticated of pooches, with a permanent collection of Picasso ceramics displayed in their lobby!
For those of you on a tighter budget, the Hotel Leone is conveniently located by Termini train station and the stunning Piazza Vittorio Emanuele and welcomes all dogs at no extra fee.
6. Best dog friendly hotels in Dublin
Thinking of taking the pooch across the Irish Sea? Ireland’s green pastures and incredible outdoor sights make it the perfect location for a holiday abroad with fido!
Plus, with 6 daily P&O Ferry crossings from Cairnryan to Larne, you can rest assured your pet will travel in comfort. Talking about comfort, you might be wondering what dog friendly accommodation you can find in Dublin. If you’re looking for luxury dog friendly hotels, then stay at the Dylan Hotel which welcomes pets up to 20kg for an additional fee of EUR 100 per night.
If you’d rather splash on the drinks than spend on the sleep, then stay at the Travelodge Dublin City Centre Rathmines, which allows pets of any size for a fee of EUR 20 per stay.
7. Best dog friendly hotels in Zurich
There’s no better place for outdoor dog activities than in the scenic mountains surrounding Zurich. Take your pooch on a tour-de-force of the best hikes or if you’re into cityscapes, take fido for a ride around town, small dogs can travel for free on all transport systems in Zurich! After all this exercise, there’s nothing better than relaxing at a dog friendly hotel with hot tubs, so make sure you book the grandiose 3500m2 Dolder Grand Spa hotel which welcomes dogs of all sizes at no extra fee.
After smaller dog friendly boutique hotels? Then stay at the Townhouse Boutique Hotel in Zurich city centre close to the Polybahn Funicular and Platzspitz park.
8. Best dog friendly hotels in Bruges
Looking for dog friendly overnight stays in Bruges? If you want to visit this historical Belgian city alongside your trusted canine companion, you can rest assured many hotels extend their welcome to furry friends! For luxury dog friendly stays, book the Hotel De Tuilerieen which welcomes up to two pets of any size for only EUR 25 extra a night.
Looking for more budget hotels for dogs? Then stay at the Hotel Notre Dame closely located near sightseeing spots like the Church of Our Lady and the Archaeological Museum. The Hotel Notre Dame allows one pet of up to 12kg for no additional fee.
9. Best dog friendly hotels in Calais
Are you taking your dog to Europe from the UK? P&O Ferries cross the English Channel from Dover to Calais 15 times a day and welcome you and your pooch on board our dog friendly cabins and even our new Dog Lounge, which provides a dedicated space for you and your pup to relax in. In Calais, stay at the Ibis Calais Car Ferry hotel, easily accessible from the Terminal Car Ferry and very welcoming of dogs of any sizes for just EUR 5 extra a night.
If you’re after budget hotels that allow dogs, then stay at the Hotel Pacific where your pets are welcome to stay for free and make the most of the local attractions including the Parc Richelieu.
10. Best dog friendly hotels in London
Keen to explore London’s many parks and outdoor dog friendly activities? Whether you’re taking fido for a stroll in Hyde Park or hitting the West End’s bustling cafés, there’s nothing better than relaxing at a dog friendly lodge knowing that your pooch will be looked after and adored. If you’re looking to splurge and want the glitz and glam of Mayfair, then stay at the luxury dog friendly hotel The Lanesborough, where your furry friend can stay at no additional fee. With its 19th century charm and prime location close to Hyde Park, Harrods and Mayfair’s many art galleries, this hotel is sure to charm both you and your pup.
Staying in London on a budget? Check out the St Athans Hotel, located in the heart of London and only a short walk away from the British Museum, Russel Square and Regents Park. Plus, fido stays for free!
Book your P&O Ferry today to explore Europe’s top dog friendly places!
