Award-winning California hotels that welcome four-legged guests

By: DogTrekker Staff
A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

And the winner is…dog travelers and the humans who follow! We know DogTrekker readers love lodging properties that welcome pups. So, we’ve combed through Conde Nast Traveler, Sunset, MarketWatch and other outlets to create this guide to California’s top dog-friendly hotels of 2024.

The term “pet-friendly” suggests that properties have a good selection of reasonably priced, dog-friendly rooms, plus thoughtful amenities and access to dog parks, beaches, restaurant patios and activities.

While most of these hotels have fair pet fees (or none at all!), some charge significantly more for four-legged guests. To maximize value, plan a multi-night stay. Read on for more ideas and inspiration.

 

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