The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels in Australia for 2026

This guide to the best dog-friendly hotels in Australia is made for those fur parents out there who can't bare the thought of travelling without their pooch — and let's not mention the pain of finding a dog-sitter. For you dog owners, the best holiday is one where both your two-legged and four-legged mates are there. There's no denying it.

Luckily, there are heaps of accommodation options all over Australia where you don't need to choose between the two. Each spot catering to your pup in its own way — think special beds, treats, beaches and walks, all for your furry pal. Looking for a spot where your dog is welcomed as much as your human friends? These dog-friendly hotels and B&Bs in Australia are here for you.

Crystalbrook Albion, New South Wales

The Crystalbrook Albion team believe that our little fur babies deserve to enjoy life's luxuries just as much as we do. That's why they've designed their Urban rooms — located on the ground floor with direct access to outside in Surry Hills — to be pet-friendly. The boutique hotel, which earned a Michelin Key in 2025, offers special beds and pet treats, plus dog treats in the honesty bar. Both dogs and cats of any size are welcome, with a $130 pet fee per stay. We're assuming it's a no to your pet snake...?

How much? From $370 per night. Book via Booking.com

Yondah Beach House, South Australia

At Yondah Beach House (a 3.5-hour drive from Adelaide), owners Michele Bain and Nick Cureton take the term 'pet-friendly' to a whole new level. They know animals are part of the family — so, they let your dog on every inch of the expansive 150-acre property, including inside the award-winning house, where a special gift will be awaiting your pooch. The beachside home is also fenced on three sides and is one kilometre from the road, so it's safe for your pup to roam around the Yorke Peninsula coastline on your doorstep. The place isn't just for dogs, either — in the past, Yondah has also welcomed cats, birds and even a turtle.

How much? From $490 per night.

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney, New South Wales

The Four Seasons is one of Sydney's most polished dog-welcoming addresses. One dog up to 11.5kg is permitted per room, with a pet service fee of $150 per stay covering the setup of pet bedding, bowls and toilet pads. The concierge is brimming with knowledge about Sydney's best dog-friendly parks, cafes and bars, and pet-sitting and walking services can be organised on request.

How much? From $495 per night. Book via Booking.com

Mt Cotton Retreat, Queensland

Mt Cotton Retreat's self-contained cabins are located just 30 minutes from the Brisbane CBD, yet offer a real bush retreat for you and your pup. Choose from lakeside or treetop accommodation, with select cabins specifically reserved for pets (prior approval required). The property spans 20 hectares within a private nature refuge — expect to see koalas aplenty, along with wallabies, possums and goannas. And Venman National Park is just a short one-kilometre walk or drive away.

How much? From $260 per night.

Element Richmond Melbourne, Victoria

A great city escape for fur parents is Element Richmond. It's an eco-conscious accommodation option that welcomes guests of both the human and four-legged variety. Up to two pups (combined weight up to 20kg) can share your room, which comes equipped with extra-comfy dog beds and a dog-friendly mini-bar featuring a specially curated pet degustation menu. The hotel has recently added a 'Restore Floor' wellness offering — think infrared sauna, massage chairs and meditation space — for when you need to decompress after chasing your dog around the neighbourhood. A $30 per night pet fee applies.

How much? From $214 per night. Book via Expedia

Shambhala Byron Bay, New South Wales

Set along a private stretch of Belongil Beach in Byron Bay, Shambhala @ Byron is a true oasis for you and your pet. The cottages are located right on the sand and back onto stunning rainforest, with sweeping ocean views across the Coral and Tasman seas. Dogs of any size are welcome at no additional charge, with food and water bowls provided and a map of the off-lead and dog exercise areas within range. Some cottages include a separate deck with an outdoor barbecue, and the resort features a giant steam room and hot rock sauna for post-beach recovery.

How much? From $395 per night.

Bannisters Port Stephens, New South Wales

Bannisters Port Stephens welcomes your pooch with open arms — though be warned, the three dog-friendly rooms book out fast, so plan ahead. Two ocean deck rooms and the ground floor luxury suite all open out onto the garden and are walking distance to Wanda Beach where your pup can roam free. Dogs are also welcome on the Terrace Bar deck (humans get the infinity pool, sorry pups) and in the Cheeky Dog beer garden.

How much? From $320 per night. Book via Expedia

Ovolo Nishi Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

City centre stays don't have to mean leaving your dog behind. Canberra's Ovolo Nishi is dedicated to luxury, nature, sustainability — and your four-legged friend. Opt for the VIP Pooch Package, which includes a special doggy bed, food mat and bowl, plus goodie bags on arrival for both you and your fur baby (your dog's will include toys and treats exclusive to the hotel). Pet-loving staff double as dog-sitters when needed. Ovolo's other hotels in Sydney and Brisbane also run the VIP Pooch deal.

How much? VIP Pooch Packages start at $376 per night. Book via Booking.com

Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa, New South Wales

Located in the foothills of the Blue Mountains in Katoomba, Lilianfels offers luxury and pampering for you and your pup. Book the BYO dog package for a deluxe view room kitted out with a bed, bowl and treats for your fur baby. The property includes a tennis court, spa, two pools — including a heated outdoor infinity pool — a fine-diner, and heaps of easily accessible bushwalks.

How much? From $350 per night. Book via Booking.com

The Langham, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland

The Langham hotels in Sydney, Melbourne and now the Gold Coast are among the most lavishly pet-welcoming hotels in all of Australia. Four-legged guests get a dedicated Pet Room Service Menu, plush beds, signature Langham bowls, gourmet goodies and a pet gift bag on arrival. Pet sitting and walking services are available when you need a break. The Gold Coast property, which launched its Pampered Pets Staycation in early 2025, sweetens the deal with an $80 per night food and beverage credit and valet parking — making it the most generous of the three.

How much? Sydney/Melbourne from $570 per night. Gold Coast pet fee from $220 per night (includes $80 F&B credit per night).

Briar Rose Cottages, Queensland

All aboard a dog-friendly wine tour of the Granite Belt. Set up a luxe base camp at Briar Rose Cottages, just one kilometre outside of Stanthorpe — one of our favourite day trips from Brisbane. These three picture-book-perfect cottages nail 'aspirational country chic': crackling wood-fire heating, white wicker chairs on the verandah and heritage elegance. They're self-contained for 2, 4 or 6 people — but as there's no fence, you'll need to keep your dog on a leash outside. Explore nearby dog-friendly wineries including Ridgemill Estate, Robert Cannon Wines, Summit Estate and Symphony Hill.

How much? From $220 per night.

QT, Various Australian Locations

At all QT Hotels & Resorts across Australia and New Zealand, your dog can come for a luxurious sleepover with you. The chain's Pup Yeah! fur-friendly stays have just been refreshed, now featuring CUB orthopedic memory foam beds, a dedicated in-room menu for woofers (steak tartare with raw beef, mushrooms and egg yolk; bone marrow risotto; bacon ice cream sandwiches), grooming products and a 'Strut Your Pup' digital map with the best local walks, parks and cafes at each location. Some QT destinations even offer "Directors of Chaos" dog-walkers for your pup's personal adventure. Start your search at QT Melbourne or QT Gold Coast.

How much? Pup Yeah! add-on from $120 for three nights.

Hawley House, Tasmania

A self-proclaimed 'animal paradise', Hawley House is set on a 150-hectare homestead on Tasmania's northern coast. Dogs are welcome free of charge in the Stables Spa Rooms and Aquarius rooms (both ground floor with easy outside access), and they're surrounded by kilometres of private bushwalking trails and a dog-friendly beach below the garden. For a big group trip, book out The Hill House — the four-bedroom home sleeps ten and is also pet-friendly.

How much? From $380 per night. Book via Booking.com

Pier One, New South Wales

Pooches checking into Pier One won't be quite as ridiculously spoiled as those at The Langham, but the Water View dog-friendly rooms have been seriously upgraded. Your pup gets their own bed, bowl and toy, plus an in-room dog minibar, an in-room dining menu, and direct access to the pier for when walk-time madness hits. The Rocks and Circular Quay are a waddle away. Dogs are welcome with a combined weight of up to 20kg; rooms book out fast on weekends.

Book via Booking.com

Kimpton Margot Sydney, New South Wales

The Kimpton Margot is the rare Sydney hotel that doesn't just tolerate your dog — it genuinely rolls out the welcome mat, for any breed, any size, at no extra charge. Their motto: "if your pet fits through the door, we'll welcome them in." A pet nook is set up in your room with a luxury bed, bottled water and treats; your dog can also join you in the lobby and at Harper Rooftop bar for sundowners. Dog walking, sitting and grooming can be arranged through the hotel, and Hyde Park is a stroll away for morning walks.

How much? From $399 per night (no additional pet fee). Book via Booking.com

W Brisbane, Queensland

For Brisbane's fur parents, W Brisbane's PAW (Pets Are Welcome) package is the city's most stylish dog-friendly offering. One dog up to 18kg is welcome in designated rooms for a $150 per stay fee, which includes a custom dog bed, bowls, toys, treats and local pet intel. The hotel sits on the banks of the Brisbane River, with the dog-friendly Brisbane City Botanic Gardens a short stroll away — perfect for stretching those legs post-check-in.

How much? $150 additional per stay (pet fee). Book via Booking.com

Thalia Haven, Tasmania

Located just an hour from Hobart airport, Thalia Haven is set on a private 130-acre peninsula surrounded by Great Oyster Bay. Five kilometres of secluded coastline and a private beach come with the territory — making it the best option for you and your entire crew of dog-loving mates. The four-bedroom stone cottage is solar and wind powered, and includes an outdoor bathtub, shower and wood-fired sauna. The price point is significant, but so is the experience.

How much? From $1500 per night.

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