11 Best Pet Friendly Hotels in San Diego

The La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla, affectionately coined "The Pink Lady" welcomes its four-legged guests with the same warmth it does for its celebrity clientele. Guests may bring up to two pets, cats and dogs up to 75lbs, for a nightly fee of $50 per pet. This hotel does allow you to leave your pets in the room while you explore beautiful La Jolla, provided the "Do Not Disturb" tag is hung from the door.

This hotel is one of our top picks for pet-friendly hotels, and is featured in our article, Best Hotels in San Diego, where you can also find the best hotels for families, couples, and more!

All pets receive cozy pet beds, treats and bowls, but if your pet is looking for a little luxury, you can book the VIP experience - Very Important Pet. VIPs receive a pet goody bag filled with a VIP tag, travel bowl and more, plus a credit to dine outdoors at one of La Valencia's al fresco dining options.

The Kimpton Alma San Diego in the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego is welcoming towards pets of all sizes, with no additional fees. Their motto is, "if your pet fits through the door, we’ll welcome them in".

At the Kimpton, pets enjoy amenities such as plush pet beds, mats, bowls, and treats. There are complementary waste bags and a system to notify the staff that there is a pet in your room- although pets are not permitted to be in the room unattended. The Kimpton will even arrange for your dog to be walked if you are too busy.

Pets are also welcome at the nightly wine reception, and the concierge is eager to suggest other pet-friendly restaurants and activities in the area.

Don't forget to visit historic Old Town San Diego while you stay here at the Kimpton Alma San Diego.

The pet friendly L'Auberge Del Mar Resort and Spa is the perfect place to get away from it all!

You and your pet will feel welcome in the beautiful hotel complete with your dog having a water bowl at the entrance with your dog's name written on a board.

This pet friendly hotel is just a few minutes walk away from the beach in Del Mar and just a short drive away from the very famous Del Mar Dog Beach!

Ocean Beach Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel located right in the heart of funky Ocean Beach. Guests may bring two pets of any size with no additional fees, as long as they select a pet-friendly room at the time of booking.

You'll enjoy being within walking distance to Ocean Beaches Dog Beach, the best dog beach in California, as well as multiple pet-friendly restaurants and shops in Ocean Beach.

Solamar San Diego is a pet-friendly hotel in a convenient location in East Village and within walking distance to PETCO Park. Pets of any size are permitted at no additional fee, and receive a warm welcome with treats at reception and their name on the lobby board.

Pets may stay in the room and relax in their cozy beds while guests are out exploring San Diego, as long as the "Pet in Room" sign is placed on the door. There is also a pet relief area on the property, with complimentary bags.

The Hilton San Diego Bayfront welcomes dogs that weigh less than 75lbs, for a fee of $75 per stay. This hotel is convenient to dog-friendly Balboa Park, and also borders a four-acre park which is great for long walks along the Embarcadero. This Hilton is also adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center.

In addition, dogs are welcome to join their owners at any of the outdoor seating areas or al fresco restaurants.

Enjoy walking the beautifully landscaped grounds of Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa with your dog by your side. Guests are permitted to bring two dogs of any size for a fee of $50 per stay, unfortunately cats are not permitted. The romantic hotel is one of many great choices for couples, looking to spend time with each other and their pets.

The Pet Package includes a comfy dog bed, locally produced grain-free treats, and an impressive menu of canine cuisine. Dogs love the 'Yappy Hour' at the bar on the weekends!

The West Inn & Suites in Carlsbad is a great choice for the whole family, pets included! There are no weight or size limits for dogs and cats, and the charge is $75 per pet per night. Your pet's name will appear on the lobby welcome board upon arrival, and families traveling with pets will be placed on the ground floor for convenience.

Pets are comfortable in soft beds, and are welcome to join their owners at the on-site Bistro West Restaurant. For those who would rather relax in their rooms, there is a special Canine Cuisine room service menu, full of doggy favorites!

The Dana on Mission Bay is a tropical themed hotel on Mission Bay, conveniently located near SeaWorld San Diego. Families who wish to bring their pets along love staying at the Dana! Guests may bring two dogs, up to 80lbs each, for a fee of $40 per pet per night. There are several walkways surrounding the resort to explore with your dog, and it's also in close proximity to multiple parks and dog beaches.

The Dana is one of our all-time favorite choices for pet-friendly hotels, as featured in our Best Hotels in San Diego article, where you can also find the best hotels for couples, budget-friendly and more. At reception, your dogs are made to feel special, with a "Pet Perks" arrival kit including treats, a travel water bowl, and a 'Pet in Room' door hanger for when you need to leave them alone. Your pet is also welcome to join you for dinner at the Firefly, where they can relax with a bowl of water or treats while you dine.

Make sure you visit Fiesta Island Dog Park that is just over a mile away.

Pets love staying at the Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. Up to two cats or dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. That’s right, pets are completely free! They can expect a fuzzy bed, treats, bowls and complementary food while their owners are enjoying the rooftop bar. There is a pet relief area on the 9th floor, so no need to completely exit the building.

They also offer locally made treats and toys for sale. The Indigo is located close to PETCO Park, which is open from sunrise to sunset on days when there are no home baseball games. Check out Bub's at the Ballpark or a variety of other local pet-friendly restaurants!

Hotel Z, a Staypineapple Hotel located in the Gaslamp Quarter proclaims they are not only pet-friendly, they are pet-obsessed! Dogs of any size are permitted for a charge of $25 per day, and treated like the important members of your family that they are!

Expect dog beds that are as comfy as the guest beds, treats, bowls, mats and a convenient location to visit multiple parks.

At Paradise Point San Diego on Mission Bay, you can unwind in an island setting. This resort has all the amenities you would expect as well as beautiful rooms.

Pets are welcome for an extra charge of $150 per pet, per stay (maximum $150 per stay). Service animals exempt from fees.