Cavallo Point Lodge sits within the grounds of Fort Baker, a converted military installation in Sausalito where you’ll stay in restored historic buildings that used to house officers. The main appeal here is the setting itself—you get wide open parade grounds perfect for walking your dog, along with views straight across the water to the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco skyline.

The lodge offers two-bedroom suites designed to work well for families traveling with dogs. These come with sitting areas, organic bedding, and porches with rocking chairs where you can sit and watch the view. The Eco Luxe Pups program gives your dog a welcome bag with treats and locally made products when you arrive, which is a nice touch but not over the top.

If you want to grab a meal without leaving your dog behind, Farley’s Bar has outdoor seating on the veranda overlooking the water. The lodge also has dog sitting available if you need a few hours to yourself, and the concierge can arrange birthday celebrations for dogs if that’s your thing.

From Cavallo Point, you’re positioned nicely to explore the wider Marin Headlands area. The trails around Fort Baker itself are accessible, and the waterfront has plenty of walking routes. You’re also close enough to Sausalito’s downtown that you could walk into town during certain times of day, though the lodge’s own grounds will keep most dogs busy.

The main consideration is that this is upscale lodging with premium pricing to match. It’s genuinely dog-friendly, not just tolerating dogs—the amenities feel intentional rather than afterthought. The historic character of the buildings and the expansive grounds make it feel less like a standard hotel stay and more like renting a house on a military base with some serious history. If you’re planning a longer Marin County visit and want a home base where your dog can roam the grounds between outings, it works well.