Nothing beats a pet-friendly holiday. Sunshine, sleep-ins and your best mate by your side—it doesn’t get much better than that. Or does it?
Whether you’re chasing a city staycay, a beachside break, or a nature retreat together, these dog-friendly stays are fit for two and four-legged luxury.
We’ve teamed up with MY DOG® and TripAdvisor to level up your next escape with pup-first pampering. Kicking off on Wednesday 20 August for three months, we’ll be posted up at eight of Australia’s top hotels to deliver complimentary in-room doggy dining—all you have to do is let the team know you’ll be travelling with your fur baby in tow.
We’re talking free MY DOG® JERKY STRIPS, a selection of their classic single-serve trays, curated adventure guides, a takeaway dog bowl for the rest of your adventure and plush hotel perks for you and your pooch.
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WA
Pier21 is Fremantle’s hot spot for humans and hounds. Sitting on the banks of Swan River, the pet-friendly apartment-hotel provides plenty of room to stretch out, plus a stash of pooch-approved amenities and nearby scenic walks, sandy beaches and spacious gardens like Gilbert Fraser Reserve, which is practically begging for a fetch session.
Or, for an outback adventure surrounded by beautiful heritage buildings and bushland, Rydges Kalgoorlie is a go-to. Located 600km east of Perth, this regional town is steeped in Gold Rush history, pet-friendly lookouts and sprawling parks for you and your furry friend to explore.
NSW
Stretching across two of Sydney’s iconic heritage-listed buildings in the heart of Chippendale, The Old Clare Hotel is as pet-friendly as can be. We’re talking mini retro-style pooch lounges, complimentary pup room service, a selection of FuzzYard toys, Motion Ceramics handmade bowls, and a pet directory on arrival. Choose between the Kent or Abercrombie room as your pet-friendly crash pad.
If your pup’s a VIP at home, it only makes sense that they’re treated like one on holiday too. Check them into the Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour—it's luxe, dog-friendly and designed to delight. With harbourside strolls, pet-friendly dining options and lush parks nearby, they’ll be living their best city life.
Feel like kickin’ it poolside with your sidekick? Kimpton Margot Sydney’s open-air rooftop bar and pool is super dog-friendly. Plus, with a pet-friendly policy that welcomes animals of all shapes and sizes (as long as they fit in the lift) for no additional fee, this luxury Sydney CBD hotel deserves a big tick of approval.
VIC
Boasting 205 dog-friendly hotel rooms in Melbourne, the AC Hotel Marriott Southbank is a chic stay for stylish pups and their owners. This sleek spot rolls out the red carpet with in-room food and water bowls, and has heaps of nearby green space for walkies and sniff explorations.
QLD
Spicers Balfour Hotel is a boutique hotel in Brisbane's New Farm, framed by leafy greenery with glimpses of the city skyline. The Pooch Package puts you and your pup up in Balfour Suite 10 or 11—both cosy, 1940s art deco-style retreats with a huge bedroom, separate ensuite and sunroom.
Or, treat your canine companion to a tropical getaway in the Whitsundays at NRMA Airlie Beach Holiday Park. Choose from powered or unpowered campsites, or opt for an air-conditioned studio cabin with its own kitchen and shady veranda. There's more than enough outdoor space for zoomies, and it's situated just minutes from world-class white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters and walking tracks.
Book a getaway packed with luxe treats for you and your pooch—but get in quick, this deal is only available from 20 August for three months.
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