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In the Dog House

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Belmond Editors

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Angled image of a happy, panting, silver-haired Weimaraner dog on a lead held by a woman in jeans in the Mount Nelson grounds.

Finding the perfect luxury hotel that is dog-friendly can be a ruff task. Discover the Belmond hotels that allow pets and their stylish globetrotting owners, from pet-friendly hotels in Italy to luxurious doggy havens in the English countryside.

With pet ownership on the rise, there are increasing numbers of travellers feeling guilt at leaving their beloved dog behind. The numbers speak for themselves – Booking.com reported a 50% increase in the use of their ‘pet-friendly’ filter button in the past four years. Whether you’re flying with pets or planning a staycation, families are finding it harder and harder to leave a member of the family behind with a costly sitter.

There can be so many questions when you embark on a dog-friendly voyage – which chain hotels are dog friendly? Where is the nearest luxury pet-friendly hotel near me? Rest assured – at Belmond’s dog friendly hotels, your pet gets the same treatment as you do. Ever wanted to try the famous Afternoon Tea at The Nellie in Cape Town? Now your dog can too, with peanut butter bone biscuits, beef consommé jelly and rare roast beef and marrow. Eying up the spa menu at Portofino’s glamorous Splendido? Yes, there's also a trained pet therapist offering doggy massages.

Explore our list of dog-friendly escapes, and start planning your next adventure.

Mount Nelson

Cape Town, South Africa

A happy sandy-hued dog gazes at an Afternoon Tea selection, seen across a table with tiered cake stands and treats galore.
A large, elegant pink hotel with white balconies is framed by tall palm trees and greenery on a sunny day, with a clear blue sky in the background.

Check into one of The Nellie’s pet-friendly rooms where an array of luxury pet amenities await, before exploring the expansive grounds of our inner-city oasis with dog.

At our restaurants, make a reservation and treat your pet with our dedicated pet menu during Afternoon Tea at The Lounge, or by enjoying drinks, snacks, or a sumptuous meal at Oasis, Planet Bar, or Verandah, where special treats are available to order for your furry companions. Meanwhile, our pet concierge service can recommend, walkers, sitters, groomers, excursions and much more.

Splendido

Portofino, Italy

A blonde woman in a white top pats two French Bulldogs on the bench next her on, seen over a table with coffee and a pastry.
Classical Italian villa perched on a hilltop surrounded by lush Mediterranean gardens

For pet-setters used to five-star treatment, Splendido offers individually crafted wellbeing sessions and pet-sized fluffy dressing gowns. Set in the hotel’s open air massage zone overlooking Portofino Bay, trained pet therapists can treat pooches to tailored Swedish massages while owners learn the basic techniques to perform at home.

Keep the dedicated ‘doggy concierge’ on speed-dial at Splendido for a tailored shopping excursion to Portofino’s luxury dog boutiques – where bespoke folding travel bowls, dog bathrobes, perfumes and glamourous evening necklaces are all the rage. The ‘doggy concierge’ can also recommend a Dog Taxi service to the most stylish pet hairdresser in the picturesque seaside village.

The Cadogan

London, United Kingdom

A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with deep brown eyes sits on a grey sofa with tastefully patterned brown cushions
Beneath a white stone portico, The Cadogan Hotel's logoed wood and glass doors open to a glimpse of the gleaming interior.

Everyone in the family can enjoy a city escape at The Cadogan, our pet friendly hotel in London. We're rolling out the red carpet for our pooches – let them snooze on a luxury bed, enjoy a menu of nutritious doggy delights and be whisked away for pampering at Pet Pavilion's flagship venue. Your four-legged friend will feel right at home in our charming Chelsea residence.

Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons

Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A golden Labrador sits on the top step of a gateway into the garden. Swathes of pink Asters and blue Lavender surround him
View of Le Manoir Aux Quatre Saisons, stone aglow in honey sunlight, seen from a paved garden path bordered by lush shrubs.

At Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, your pampered pets will be spoilt for space as they explore our hotel grounds, our orchard and beyond for their ‘walkies’. Surrounded by lawns, flower borders and orchards, we have a selection of recommended walking routes should you wish to explore the beautiful rolling hills of the Oxfordshire countryside.

We have a selection of nine individually designed bedrooms that allow pets, offering the utmost comfort and taste – all with access to their own private gardens, perfect for an extended stay. Our four-legged friends are also provided with comfortable Le Chameau dog beds available in three different sizes, an all-day doggy room service menu, treats, water bowls as well as a fabulous goody bag. We also have heated kennels next to our country manor house, should they be needed or preferred.

Reid’s Palace

Madeira, Portugal

Pink facade of a Victorian hotel spread across a cliffside overlooking the sea

Madeira’s own Puppy Palace, Reid’s Palace, has created a getaway specially designed to provide a safe haven where pets can be groomed, indulged and revitalised. A luxury wash and fluff-dry service, calming full body grooming, mind, body and balance physiotherapy and personal training sessions are just some of the special amenities available.

Here, we’ll provide a pet bed, clean water bowl and three exclusive pet meals each day, prepared specially by our Executive Chef. You can also choose from our menu of doggy day care options and activities to ensure your pet has its best holiday yet.