The Betsy Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida, United States · 5 Star Hotel
The Betsy Hotel Dog Friendly Review
The Betsy Hotel holds a respectable B Roch Rank, and it earns this with a genuinely welcoming approach to dogs. All of the rooms are dog friendly, dogs are welcome on the terrace and patio and in the lounge, and Lummus Park and Ocean Drive are directly across the street, offering great walking routes right on the doorstep. The hotel is upfront about its pet policy before you even book, which makes planning a stay with your dog straightforward from the start.
Day to day, your dog is well looked after here. The hotel provides a dog bed along with real food and water bowls in the room, as well as free treats, and there is a dog-walking service on offer for owners who need help with exercise during the day. You may leave your dog unattended in the room, provided he does not disturb other guests. There is no damage deposit required, and a $150 pet fee applies to third-party bookings, which is a reasonable charge given everything included in the stay. Up to two dogs are permitted per room, giving some flexibility to owners travelling with more than one.
The main restriction is a weight limit of 40 lbs, with heavier dogs requiring special approval before booking, so this is not the easiest stay for owners of larger breeds. There is no garden or dedicated dog space, no dog wash area, and the hotel does not provide poop bags, so you will need to come prepared for daily walks. On balance, this suits an owner with a smaller or medium dog who wants a central, sociable stay with genuine comforts in the room and easy access to outdoor walking routes nearby. Owners travelling with larger dogs, or those wanting an on-site garden or grooming facilities, should look elsewhere.
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Roch Score: 28/77. 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 25 October 2026.
The Betsy Hotel With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is The Betsy Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. The Betsy Hotel 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 The Betsy Hotel?
Yes. The Betsy Hotel charges a pet fee of A $150 pet fee applies to third-party bookings. 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 The Betsy Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Betsy Hotel, 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 The Betsy Hotel?
Yes. Dogs up to 40 lb are welcome at The Betsy Hotel. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at The Betsy Hotel?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Betsy Hotel. We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in The Betsy Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at The Betsy Hotel, 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 The Betsy Hotel?
The Betsy Hotel provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats and a dog walking 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 The Betsy Hotel too?
Yes. The Betsy Hotel 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 The Betsy Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes. The Betsy Hotel 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 The Betsy Hotel?
Yes. The Betsy Hotel allows dogs and cats to stay. Dogs up to 40 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 The Betsy Hotel hold?
The Betsy Hotel 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 The Betsy Hotel?
The pet policy at The Betsy Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, a weight limit of 40 lb and dogs welcome in the terrace and lounge. The fee is A $150 pet fee applies to third-party bookings. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.