Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada · 5 Star Hotel
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No Weight LimitFairmont Hotel Vancouver Dog Friendly Review
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver holds a B Roch Rank, and it is a hotel that takes dogs seriously enough to keep one on the staff. It stands on West Georgia Street in the heart of downtown Vancouver, a short walk from the Vancouver Art Gallery and the shops of Robson Street, with the Stanley Park seawall within easy reach. The hotel opened in 1939 and still carries the Art Deco touches of its 1930s origins, which is how it earned its name as Vancouver's Castle in the City. Notch8 Restaurant & Bar and Spa Soleá are in house, and in 2024 it was the only Canadian hotel named to the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List.
Dogs stay in the hotel's dog friendly rooms, up to two to a room, and each one arrives to a dog bed, food and water bowls, locally made treats and an information sheet on walks and parks nearby. The hotel's Canine Ambassador is Elly, a black Labrador who trained with BC & Alberta Guide Dogs and comes in with Debbie from the concierge team. Your dog is welcome in the main lobby and the outdoor areas, while the restaurant, bar, lounges, the Fairmont Gold Lounge and the pool deck are kept for people. Dogs cannot be left alone in the room, so the concierge will arrange a dog sitter, a dog walker or a visiting mobile groomer through trusted local providers; give them about two weeks' notice. The pet guide lists local vets, groomers and pet shops, and Nelson Park, with its fenced off-leash area, is about a ten minute walk away.
The dog fee is $50 a night, to a maximum of $100, and there is no deposit, though guests are responsible for any damage. Cats are welcome too. The hotel partners with BC Guide Dogs on its Dash for Dogs fundraising, and its dog welcome has been covered by The New York Times.
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Roch Score: 29/77. 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 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver dog friendly?
Yes. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B rating. That is earned against a detailed independent assessment, so the welcome is verified rather than assumed.
Is there a pet fee at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
Yes. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver charges a pet fee of $50.00 per night plus taxes (to a maximum of $100 plus taxes). 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 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, 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 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
No. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Where are dogs allowed in Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
Dogs are welcome in the lounge at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. 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 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats, a dog walking service and a dog sitting service for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Are cats welcome at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver too?
Yes. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver welcomes cats as well as dogs, so the whole household is catered for. The same certified standard that covers dogs has confirmed cats are genuinely welcome here, not simply tolerated.
Is Fairmont Hotel Vancouver pet-friendly?
Yes. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank B rating.
Are pets allowed at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
Yes. Fairmont Hotel Vancouver allows dogs and cats to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver?
The pet policy at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the lounge. The fee is $50.00 per night plus taxes (to a maximum of $100 plus taxes). Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.