El PRADO
Palo Alto, California, United States · 5 Star Hotel
El PRADO Dog Friendly Review
El PRADO in Palo Alto holds a respectable B Roch Rank, and it earns that standing through genuine thought given to dog guests. Your dog is welcome in the Courtyard and in the beautifully appointed second floor lounge, giving you more than just the bedroom to settle into together. The hotel shares its pet policy before booking and provides all incoming guests with a pet policy form on arrival, so there are no surprises at check in. There is also a park called Rinconada about a mile from the hotel, along with a visitors map to help you find walking routes nearby.
Inside the room your dog will find a plush dog bed, real food and water bowls, and treats provided on arrival, with a dog room service menu available too. Staff are trained for canine guests, poop bags are supplied, and the concierge team can help arrange appointments with trusted local groomers in Palo Alto for a tidy up during the stay. Most rooms at El PRADO are dog friendly, and up to two dogs may stay per room. The dog fee is $75.00, with no damage deposit taken, as any damage charges are simply posted after the stay.
There are some real limits to plan around. A weight or size limit applies, capped at 75 lbs, so larger dogs will not qualify. Dogs must remain with their owner at all times and may not be left alone in the room, which rules out leaving your dog behind while you head out for the day. Dogs are not allowed in the bar or restaurant, and there is no garden, dedicated dog space, dog wash area or dog-walking service. This stay suits owners with a well mannered dog under the weight limit who are happy to keep their dog by their side throughout the visit, making good use of the Courtyard, lounge and nearby park. Owners needing all day pet sitting, a larger dog, or dedicated outdoor dog space should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 33/77. Meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 26 October 2026.
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Is El PRADO dog friendly?
Yes. El PRADO meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at El PRADO?
Yes. El PRADO charges a pet fee of $75.00. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at El PRADO?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at El PRADO, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at El PRADO?
Yes. Dogs up to 75 lb are welcome at El PRADO. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Where are dogs allowed in El PRADO?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at El PRADO, including the terrace and lounge. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at El PRADO?
El PRADO provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats and dog food for sale for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is El PRADO pet-friendly?
El PRADO welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank B rating.
Are pets allowed at El PRADO?
Yes. El PRADO allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 75 lb are accepted. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What Roch Dog rank does El PRADO hold?
El PRADO holds a Rank B rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at El PRADO?
The pet policy at El PRADO covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, a weight limit of 75 lb and dogs welcome in the terrace and lounge. The fee is $75.00. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.