In 22 acres of soaring Monterey Pines, the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa sits on Del Monte Golf Course and gives you a genuine taste of what makes this area special. The location puts you close to downtown Monterey and the airport, with easy access to Peninsula attractions like the Aquarium and coastal trails. The contemporary rooms and suites—550 total, including 32 suites—give you comfortable space after days spent exploring with your dog.

The hotel’s dining and drinking options include TusCA Ristorante, Knuckles Sports Bar, and the Fireplace Lounge. Beyond that, there’s a 12,000 square foot spa if you want to actually relax, plus tennis courts, multiple pools, and a fitness facility. You won’t run out of things to do on the property alone.

What really matters for dog travel: the Hyatt takes dogs seriously. You’ll need to book a dog-friendly room at least three days ahead, which gives them time to prepare. The hotel has designated walking areas and play spaces scattered across the property, so your dog gets actual room to move around. When you check in, the staff can point you toward the best outdoor spots and suggest nearby dog-friendly places to visit—the concierge actually knows the area and can help you plan outings beyond the hotel grounds.

The practical stuff that gets overlooked at most hotels: they provide cleanup kits at the dog walking areas, so you’re not scrambling if you forgot supplies. Obviously you still need to clean up after your dog and be considerate of other guests, but at least they’ve made it easy. The 22 acres give your dog real space to stretch out, which matters more than you’d think when you’re staying somewhere for multiple nights.

This is a full-service hotel that happens to welcome dogs, not a place that grudgingly allows them. That distinction matters when you’re planning a longer stay in Monterey.