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Hotels where pets receive the VIP treatment
Guaranteed to get tails wagging
Dogs have firmly secured their place on the guest list at a number of the world’s top hotels. From custom pet menus to spa treatments and grooming appointments, some properties now provide an impressive line-up of extras designed for their furry visitors. These thoughtful touches turn a simple stay into a far more enjoyable experience for both owner and pet. The following hotels have taken the idea of pet-friendly hospitality several steps further.
The Peninsula London
Dogs checking in at The Peninsula London receive a warm welcome, plush bedding, treats and attentive service from staff who clearly enjoy meeting their canine guests. The hotel has even introduced a dedicated grooming residency with Chelsea-based brand Love My Human, offering everything from full grooms and nail trims to blueberry facials and ultrasonic teeth cleaning. While pups are pampered, owners can relax at the spa or stop by the café. The hotel itself stands proudly at Hyde Park Corner, with generous rooms, live jazz in the soaring lobby and rooftop dining by Claude Bosi.
Fouquet’s New York
At Fouquet’s New York, dogs under 30 pounds receive the sort of welcome usually reserved for regulars at a favourite restaurant. A plush bed, bowls, toys and treats appear on arrival, followed by the real star of the show: a canine dining menu. Served throughout the day, dishes include organic egg “Furttata”, steak tartare and even a steak and kale pie. The hotel sits in Tribeca and carries a distinct Parisian spirit, with Art Deco-inspired rooms, a private spa and a small cinema tucked inside the property.
Bulgari Hotel Milano
At Bulgari Hotel Milano, pets become members of the Bulgari Pet Club, which means stylish bowls, soft bedding and carefully chosen treats waiting in the room. The standout feature is the large private garden, a rare stretch of greenery in central Milan where dogs can roam freely. The hotel occupies a refined 18th-century palazzo and keeps its aesthetic calm and understated. Guests often linger over dinner at Niko Romito’s restaurant, which looks out across the garden and serves some of the city’s most celebrated Italian dishes.
Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella
Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella greets pets with cheerful enthusiasm and very few rules. Dogs, cats and even more unusual companions are welcome, regardless of size, provided they fit in the lift. Beds, bowls, toys and grooming kits are available on request, while staff happily suggest nearby parks, pet-friendly restaurants and boutiques. The recently refreshed hotel has plenty going on for humans too, including a lively pool scene, dining from a Michelin-starred chef, a CODAGE Paris spa and a daily social wine hour.
The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, London
Dogs arriving at The Cadogan are greeted with their own comfortable bed and a menu of nutritious treats prepared especially for them. The hotel also arranges grooming sessions at the nearby Pet Pavilion, so pups can return to their suite looking rather polished. Staff happily help with walks too, particularly useful given the leafy Cadogan Place Gardens just outside. Inside, the hotel feels like a well-kept Chelsea residence, with elegant rooms, attentive service and a lively social scene centred around afternoon tea and cocktails.
Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay
At Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay, dogs receive their own welcome treat, toy and memory-foam bed waiting in the room. There is also a dedicated pet menu with freshly prepared dishes and sugar-free treats. Additional services include dog walking, grooming, paw balm treatments and even aromatherapy sessions. The concierge team happily recommends nearby pet-friendly beaches too. The hotel overlooks Talamanca Bay, where sea air drifts through the property and days revolve around beach time, relaxed lunches and sunset views over the water.
The Mark Hotel, New York
Dogs are welcomed to The Mark with a Molly Mutt bed, signature bowls and a charming Woof Woof Kit that includes a collar, leash, travel bowl and waste bags for strolls in Central Park, just a whisker away from the hotel. The in-room “Spoiled Dog’s Menu” by Jean-Georges offers proper meals and even desserts designed for pets. For the fashion-conscious pup, The Mark has also teamed up with Dolce & Gabbana on a limited-edition alcohol-free fragrance mist called Fefé, scented with ylang, musk and sandalwood.
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
At Four Seasons Hotel Madrid, dogs receive refined in-room amenities and a dedicated dining menu created especially for them. Dishes such as salmon and veal are served alongside cucumber and mint-infused water, giving pets a stay that feels every bit as polished as their owners’. Set across four historic buildings in the heart of Madrid, the hotel balances grand architecture with contemporary style, while elegant rooms, a standout spa and a buzzing rooftop restaurant make it a smart base for exploring the city on two legs or four.
The Beaumont Mayfair, London
Dogs at The Beaumont Mayfair are treated very much as part of the guest list, with plush beds, bowls and a selection of gourmet treats ready on arrival. The concierge team is quick to suggest nearby parks for a proper walk, along with grooming spots for a little extra polish. The hotel itself channels a 1920s New York members’ club, set in the heart of Mayfair, with Art Deco interiors, a lively bar scene and even the option to sleep inside Antony Gormley’s striking ROOM sculpture.
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