Condé Nast Traveler readers’ top Northern California hotel picks

By: Roger Coryell

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.

Stanford Inn by the Sea at sunset. Photo by Stanford Inn.

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The #1 priority topic among our DogTrekker community has always been recommendations for the most dog-friendly hotels in California. The record-breaking readership of our last hotel awards newsletter inspired us to bring you more hotel award news.

This issue shines the spotlight on four of our favorite dog-friendly lodging properties that topped Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards list of leading Northern California hotels. Add these to your must-stay list when visiting the Bay Area, Sonoma Coast and Mendocino.

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