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Best Western Marina Shores
Dana Point
Best Western Marina Shores is a dog-friendly hotel in Dana Point in California’s Southern California, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreBlue Lantern Inn
Dana Point
"Coastal Elegance with Spectacular Views. Enjoy fabulous views of the Pacific from just about every window of this elegant and inviting small hotel – dramatically located on a bluff above the Dana Point Yacht Harbor.
Read moreHilton Garden Inn Dana
Dana Point
Located on Pacific Coast Highway, directly across from world-famous Doheny Beach, Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach offers a dog-friendly retreat in South Orange County. Located midway between L.A.
Read moreResidence Inn Dana Point
Dana Point
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano features spacious pet-friendly suites with fully equipped kitchens, ideal for settling in with dogs near the coast.
Read moreSt. Regis Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point
Located along the stunning coastline of Dana Point in Orange County, California, the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort offers a luxurious retreat for...
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Dog-friendly Laguna Beach and the Orange County coast
The Orange County coast is a dog-friendly paradise The Orange County coastline — stretching from Huntington Beach through Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point — is one of the most dog-friendly stretches of coast in Southern California. With dog…
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California hotels that don’t just tolerate dogs—they adore them
From Cypress Inn's Yappy Hours in Carmel to canine massages at Nick's Cove in Marin, these California hotels genuinely love dogs. Expect welcome treats, dedicated pet menus, adventure packages and luxury bedding designed for four-legged guests.
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California
Southern California’s diverse landscape — from mountain lakes to desert oases to coastal bluffs — offers a surprising number of paved and accessible trails where handlers with mobility needs and their dogs can enjoy the outdoors together. Whether we’re talking…
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The dog parks worth driving to in Orange County
Orange County has a dog park problem, but it’s the good kind: too many solid options and not enough weekends. The county stretches from beach towns to inland suburbs, and the dog parks reflect that range. Some are sandy and…
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New for you: DogTrekker’s ulti-mutt spring event guide
Spring brings a packed calendar of dog-friendly events across California, from fun runs and beach festivals to wine tastings and costume parades. Many raise funds for animal welfare organizations, so you and your pup can play while making a positive…
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2025 award-winning dog-friendly hotels
From Big Bear's lakefront boutique hotels to Huntington Beach's award-winning resort and West Hollywood's rooftop patios, these 2025 award-winning properties set the standard for dog-friendly hospitality across California. Pack treats and start planning.
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