Dog Friendly Hotels Santa Monica

Healthy and friendly dogs can run off-leash at any of Santa Monica’s dog parks! Make sure to secure a non-resident dog license by calling the Santa Monica Animal Shelter before giving your dog the opportunity to cut loose.

Airport Park Dog Park: Dogs can run free at Airport Park Dog Park in the Ocean Park/Santa Monica airport neighborhood. This dog park has separate areas for small and large dogs and is open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 8:30pm, and Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from 8:30am to 8:30pm. The park is closed for maintenance every Monday and Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am.

Memorial Park Dog Run: If your dog just needs to run out some energy, try the Memorial Park Dog Run in Mid-City. The long expanse of fetch-worthy space is open daily from 6am to 8pm, and is closed for maintenance every Thursday from 9:30am to 11:30am.

Herb Katz Dog Park: In the Main Street neighborhood, take your furry friends to Herb Katz Dog Park at Joslyn Park, which has separate areas for small and large dogs. The park is open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 8:30pm, and Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from 8:30am to 8:30pm. The park is closed for maintenance every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30am to 11:30am.

Pacific Street Dog Park: Let your dog loose at the conveniently placed Pacific Street Dog Park, located at the corner of Pacific and Main Street in the Main Street Neighborhood. This off-leash dog park is open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 8:30pm, and Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays from 8:30am to 8:30pm. The park is closed for maintenance every Wednesday from 9:30am to 11:30am.

View the City’s website for more information.

• Bayside Hotel: The chic and affordable hotel is located steps from the beach and charges a $50 non-refundable pet fee for pets of all sizes.
• Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows: As part of its PAW (Pets Always Welcome) program, this Wilshire Boulevard neighborhood hotel welcomes all pets in a pet friendly room with a bed, bowl, and treats at no extra charge! Guests can also spoil their pets with 10 percent off products, doggy day care (for dogs under 30 pounds), and grooming services with the hotel’s exclusive pet store partner Healthy Spot.
• Hotel Carmel: This historic European-style boutique hotel charges a $250 fee for up to 2 pets under 40 lbs.
• Hotel Casa del Mar: This grand beachfront hotel welcomes up to two dogs in your room (25 lbs or less) for a $125 fee. Their canine loving staff will pamper your pet with a comfy bed, cute bowls, and complimentary stuffed toy.
• Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica: Dogs weighing up to 40 lbs can join you for a non-refundable $100 deposit.
• Sandbourne Santa Monica: This upscale hotel charges a nonrefundable fee of $150 for furry friends. Up to two dogs weighing 100 lbs or less are allowed.
• Palihouse Santa Monica: For $150, can book this Mediterranean garden-style hotel’s PAWLISOCIETY pet package. This package is for dogs 30 lbs or less and includes treats, a dog bed, plush toys, and bowls. Dog walking services can be arranged by their pet-loving staff.

• Santa Monica Proper Hotel: Furry friends with a max weight of 45 lbs are welcome at Santa Monica’s newest luxury hotel for a $100 non-refundable fee per pet (max 2 dogs). With every pet stay, Proper will help a pet in need. 10% of your pet fee gets donated to the Best Friends Animal Society.
• Sea Blue Hotel: Just steps from the beach, this charming Cali-style hotel welcomes pets 25 lbs or less for a $50 fee.
• Shutters on the Beach: This luxurious beachfront hotel welcomes pets (25 lbs or less) for a $125 fee. Their canine loving staff will pamper your pet with a comfy bed, cute bowls, and complimentary stuffed toy. You must call the hotel in advance if you wish to bring more than one dog.
• The Georgian Hotel: Ocean Avenue’s Art Deco hotel allows pets up to 50 lbs for a fee depending on the size of the dog. Up to 24 lbs: $100; 25-50 lbs: $150.
• Viceroy Santa Monica: Up to two dogs 50 pounds and lighter can join you in your guest room located just steps from the beach. A dog bed, water bowl, and dog food are included in the $50 per dog, per night nonrefundable fee.

Patio dining is a staple activity in Santa Monica, and LA County allows restaurants to accept dogs on their patios at the restaurant owner’s discretion. Check out our picks for dog friendly restaurants in Santa Monica – some even have special menu items for Fido! After you and your pup hit the dog park, some great dining options that always have a water bowl ready include:

Il Forno Trattoria: Ocean Park’s family-friendly Italian place leaves room on the patio for your favorite four-legged friend.

The Surfing Fox: Enjoy a refreshing breeze from the ocean while you and your four-legged friend enjoy coastal California cuisine, including Ceviche and Caulillni (cauliflower with calabrian chile tahini, garlic-miso oil and mint) for humans and a special canine menu with fresh Protein Bowls, Barkuterie Boards and Pawsicles for pups.

Rosti: Enjoy Tuscan cooking along Santa Monica’s romantic Montana Avenue, where your dog might even be able to find a date on the patio.

The Misfit Restaurant + Bar: Handcrafted cocktails and farm-to-table fare are this trendy lounge’s specialties, and they also pour a mean bowl of water for visiting dogs.

Ashland Hill: This dog friendly restaurant in Santa Monica offers meals especially for your furry friends, like dog friendly ice cream, so be sure to check out their patio on your next visit.