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The Best Dog-Friendly Sydney Hotels For A Tail-Wagging Time in 2026

12th May 2026
Written by:
Siriol Dafydd
Entertainment Writer | Urban List, Sydney
Katherine Davison
Contributor | Urban List Lifestyle
  • A dog on a hotel bed at Pier One, one of the best pet friendly hotels in Sydney

Forget finding a pet sitter. Together, Tripadvisor and MY DOG® have created a one-stop travel platform to help you plan the perfect trip with your pooch. Start exploring here.

Whether you’re booking a staycation or a city break, there’s nothing worse than falling in love with a stunning hotel before realising your furry best friend can't join in. 

So, to save you from this unnecessary heartache (and hours of trawling hotel website FAQs), we’ve made a handy list of the best Sydney/Eora hotels that are 100 per cent pet-friendly.

Think beautiful boutiques, spectacular spas and a whole heap of extras for your furry bestie. Keep reading for Urban List's top picks for the perfect dog-friendly hotels in Sydney.

47 Wentworth Avenue, Sydney CBD

Ace Hotel

  • One of the rooms at the pet-friendly Ace Hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Ace Hotel | Instagram

You're an eight-minute walk from Central station at this pet-friendly Sydney hotel, where guests can lap up free WiFi, a fitness centre and complimentary bicycles for exploring (the dog will fit in a backpack, right?).

The rooms here are industrial-chic with city views and when you book the pet package, you'll get a room with a cosy pet bed, food and water bowels that sit handily atop a slobber-proof silocone matt for spills. The cost to bring your pet is $120 per stay and you can bring two of the little monsters along if you choose. You'll need to sign a liability waiver on check-in.

Dog-friendly Intel

The pet-friendly peeps here will give tips on nearby salons, parks, restaurants and cafes where your furry friend can tag along. 

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21 Little Albion Street, Surry Hills

Crystalbrook Albion

  • A dog sits on a bed at Crystalbrook Albion dog-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Crystalbrook Albion | Instagram

In the bustling inner-city suburb of Surry Hills, Crystalbrook Albion combines luxury with cosy home comforts. Cats and dogs are welcome in the simple yet elegant "Urban" rooms for an extra $130. Each room features heritage windows and a blend of dramatic and textured decor, inspired by the 1920s and 1970s—think retro boutique chic.

Binge your favourite show on the 55" Smart TV, enjoy an evening drink among the olive trees on the rooftop garden, or explore the vibrant local restaurant scene. The choice is yours! All pet-friendly rooms are on the ground floor for easy access to the outside. Beds, water bowls, and food bowls are provided and there are several parks and dog-friendly cafes nearby. 

Dog-friendly Intel

Individual super soft beds and food and water bowls are provided for all four-legged friends, plus the pet-friendly rooms have direct access to the outdoors.

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267 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst

The Medusa Hotel

  • The Moroccan courtyard at The Medusa Hotel best dog-friendly Sydney hotels
    Image Credit: The Medusa Hotel | Instagram

Dreamin’ of a stay in the heart of the action with the Fluffy One by your side? At the supremely Insta-worthy and pet-friendly Medusa Hotel in Sydney’s Darlinghurst, you’re close to all the fun stuff, including cafes, art galleries and cocktail bars.

The boutique hotel has 18 rooms, sits with a restored heritage terrace and is gorgeously pink outside. Our fave bit of this hotel? The Moroccan courtyard. It’s open 24 hours and has seasonal fruit and chock-top ice creams for munching on.

Dog-friendly Intel

The sunlit Courtyard Cove rooms are the ones you want if you’re bringing your doggo as they’re designated rooms for pup-owners. Inside you get your own fully-equipped kitchenette. 

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49 Market Street, Sydney CBD

QT Sydney

  • A view of a room at the pet-friendly QT Hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: QT Sydney | Instagram

Luxury, thy name is QT Sydney. Textured, theatrical, and tantalisingly playful, this Art Deco masterpiece is made for those who enjoy spirited decadence. Whisk yourself away for a Parisian breakfast at Parlour, then pamper yourself with a customisable experience in the in-house spaQ before indulging in an outrageously delicious QTea High Tea. For dinner, enjoy a festival of Italian flavours at Gowings Bar & Grill. 

Dogs under 25kg are welcome (although bigger pups are accepted with prior approval), and those booking a Pup Yeah! stay ge use of an orthopedic memory foam doggy bed by CUB, smith&burton Soothing Cologne and Waterless Foam Shampoo, and a bag of St Argo treats.

Dog-friendly Intel

We love that there's in-room dog dining and you get a ‘Strut Your Pup’ pet map featuring the best pup-friendly local walks, parks and cafés.

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Arriving at the local watering hole with your best mate by your side is unmatched. You’ll take a swig of a pint and your furry companion dives into the communal watering bowl. You both look up at each other—it doesn't get much better than this. For those seeking dog-friendly pubs in Melbourne, here are the top recommendations for 2024:
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339 Pitt Street, Sydney CBD

Kimpton Margot

  • A man pats his dog in the bathroom of a room at Kimpton Margot pet-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Kimpton Margot | Instagram

“If it fits in the lift, it can stay!” This sums up the playfulness and generous service you’ll experience at Kimpton Margot Sydney. Celebrating heritage design but with a modern edge, this boutique hotel has a grand yet inviting central lobby (also pet friendly) surrounded by drinking and dining options including Luke’s Kitchen, The Wilmot Bar, and The Pantry at Margot's. And, for a touch of contemporary beach chic, you and your dog can head to the Harper Rooftop Bar.

Pets are welcome here for no extra fee. The concierge will also provide you with a list of pet-friendly parks, groomers, and restaurants nearby as well as complimentary bags for dog walks.

Dog-friendly Intel

You get a selection of amenities here, including plush pet beds, food, water bowls, and mats.

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31 Wheat Road, Darling Harbour

W Sydney

  • A view of a room at the pet-friendly W Hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: W Hotel Sydney | Instagram

Filled with quirky architecture and bold designs, W Sydney will make you feel like you just woke up in Vegas (we’ll let you decide if that’s a good or bad thing!) 

This visually spectacular hotel is located right on Darling Harbour which has an array of restaurants and bars to choose from. But, with four dining and bar venues across three levels in the hotel itself, you may not even want to step foot outside. These include a decadent dessert bar, a trendy rooftop bar, and a luxurious infinity pool with cabanas where guests can enjoy cocktails, wine, beer, and fresh food. Pets are also welcome for a daily fee of $200.

Dog-friendly Intel

The PAWS package includes amenities like food, beds, bowls, and clean-up bags

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6 Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo

Ovolo

  • A woman with her dog in a room at Ovolo pet-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Ovolo | Instagram

Want five-star boutique accommodation right on the water? Look no further than the dog-friendly Ovolo Woolloomooloo. Close to the city’s bars and restaurants as well as the Botanical Gardens, it offers modern chic with glamorous pops of colour. 

Work up a sweat in the 24-hour gym or relax at the indoor pool complete with decadent cabanas. For dining, enjoy a casual light-filled lunch at Bar Woolloomooloo before heading into the city to explore.

Dog-friendly Intel

The V.I.Pooch package includes complimentary tennis ball and poop bags, use of stainless steel food and water bowls by frank green, premium dog food and treats, and a memory foam dog bed.

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89-113 Kent Street, Millers Point

The Langham

  • A dog sits in a pink dog bed at the Langham pet-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: The Langham | Steven Woodburn

Elegant, tranquil, and with classic decor for a timeless charm, The Langham Sydney is a luxury dog-friendly hotel that will leave you relaxed and rejuvenated. Start the day with a continental breakfast at SRG at The Langham and end with carefully curated cocktails, wines, and fine foods at the Observatory Bar.

You can also treat yourself to a game of tennis, some relaxing laps in the tranquil indoor pool, or a bespoke treatment at The Day Spa by Chuan. Pets are welcome for a $120 fee which is waived for the first pet if you opt for the Pampered Pets Staycation package.

Dog-friendly Intel

We love that you can arrange for a three-hour pet-sitting session for an additional fee if you want to explore the dining options, plus this hotel can even organise a Pampered Pets birthday party for your Fluffy One.

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199 George Street, The Rocks

Four Seasons Sydney

  • A dog sits in a dog bed with a window overlooking Sydney Opera House at Four Seasons dog-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Four Seasons Sydney | Instagram

If you and your pet want the Sydney view to end all Sydney views, the Four Seasons Hotel is ideal. Overlooking the Sydney Harbour and boasting vistas of both the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, it’s an Insta-worthy location, to say the least.

Dine at one of the many excellent restaurants nearby or sample the carefully curated cocktails and delicacies at the various in-house establishments. You can also treat yourself to a massage, facial, or rejuvenating body scrub at the Endota Spa. If your dog weighs less than 11.5kg, you can also add them to your booking for $150.

Dog-friendly Intel

Dogs are welcome in all room types and the fee includes bedding, bowls and toilet pads.

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Walsh Bay, 11 Hickson Road, Dawes Point

Pier One

  • A dog enjoys a snack outside Pier One dog-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Pier One | Instagram

Pier One is a luxury hotel brimming with character. No two rooms are the same, but they all share luxury amenities and an excellent location. And, luckily for pup parents, all dog-friendly rooms have a view of the water. 

The Puppy Package also includes a doggy welcome amenity on arrival, DOG by Dr Lisa food and water bowls, a luxury eco-friendly P.L.A.Y. dog bed, and - subject to availability - direct access to the pier from your room.

Dog-friendly Intel

Pet-friendly rooms here have a doggy minibar and special doggy menus are available in the room and the on-site Pier Bar where you can dine with your pup in tow.

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202/210 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills

202 Elizabeth

  • A view from the rooftop at 202 Elizabeth pet-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: 202 Elizabeth | Instagram

202 Elizabeth offers boutiue pet-friendly accommodation in the heart of Surry Hills. Cuddle up in your cosy sanctuary or relax with a delicious coffee in the leafy courtyard. At night, enjoy an evening drink on the rooftop before heading out to explore the neighbourhood.

Thanks to the in-house Director of Pet Relations (yes that’s an actual—and awesome—job), you’ll be fully informed about the area’s dog-friendly cafes and restaurants. So, while you put your feet up and enjoy your surroundings, you can relax knowing that you and your pampered pooch will both be living your best life!

Dog-friendly Intel

You get a puppy welcome drink and doggy menus at this pet-friendly hotel.

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02/14 Kings Cross Road, Potts Point

Hotel Indigo

  • A dog sits on a bed at Hotel Indigo dog-friendly hotel Sydney
    Image Credit: Hotel Indigo | Booking.com

Experience the lively charm of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs at Hotel Indigo Sydneys Potts Point. Hidden behind the iconic Coca-Cola sign at Kings Cross, this chic retreat welcomes you and your fur friend, with rooms accommodating dogs up to 30 kilos.

With 105 curated rooms and 24-hour room service, this hotel is a perfect mix of comfort and luxury for human and canine guests.

Dog-friendly Intel

Your pup can tuck into complimentary St Argo dog treats on arrival.

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33 Cross Street, Double Bay

InterContinental Sydney Double Bay

  • A German Shepherd dog on the balcony at InterContinental Sydney Double Bay pet-friendly hotel
    Image Credit: InterContinental Sydney Double Bay | Instagram

Live it up in style just a few kilometres from Sydney’s CBD and let you and the furry one call Double Bay home for a while. There’s a rooftop pool for bathing in and heaps of parks and green spaces here that your dog will love to go explore, plus Rose Bay dog beach is just a short drive down the road as well for zoomies.

The Pet Stay package at the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay means you get a room with a dog bed in the lounge and water and food bowls in the bathroom, plus the option to book your pup an in-room meal. A supplement of $169 pet pet per night on top of the usual accommodation rate will apply.

Dog-friendly Intel

The Pet Getaway Package includes a breakfast picnic experience you can enjoy with the Floof in the courtyard or take away as you explore Double Bay together.

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