The Ivy Hotel
Baltimore, Maryland, United States · 5 Star Hotel
The Ivy Hotel Dog Friendly Review
The Ivy Hotel holds an acceptable C Roch Rank as a dog friendly stay in Baltimore. Its headline strengths include dogs being welcome in the two complimentary self serve bars in the common area and on the terrace or patio, so your dog can join you for a drink outdoors or in the social spaces. The hotel shares its pet policy before booking, confirming that only dogs are permitted and that the first and second floors are kept as the dog friendly part of the property, with most rooms available to dogs. This openness about where dogs can and cannot go makes it easier to plan a stay with confidence.
Day to day, the hotel provides a dog bed, real food and water bowls, a few toys, and free treats, so your dog is reasonably well equipped for the room. The concierge team is knowledgeable about walking routes and will inform you of them at check-in, and they usually keep a few rolls of poop bags at their desk for convenience. You may leave your dog alone in the room, as the hotel provides crates for all pets. There is a dog fee of $50 per night, which is fair given the extras provided, and reassuringly there is no damage deposit to budget for on top of that.
The clearest restriction is a weight limit of 25 lbs, with up to two dogs permitted per room, so larger breeds will not be able to stay. The hotel does not provide a garden, a dedicated dog space, or a dog wash area, and there are no green spaces or parks nearby mentioned, so walks will rely on the concierge's suggested routes rather than on-site grounds. Dogs are not welcome in the restaurant or lounge, and there is no dog-walking service, sitting arrangement, or grooming on offer. This makes The Ivy Hotel a sound choice for owners with small, well-behaved dogs who are happy with in-room comforts and nearby walks, but owners of larger dogs or those wanting on-site green space and extra pet services should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 24/77. 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 23 October 2026.
The Ivy Hotel With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is The Ivy Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. The Ivy Hotel meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank C 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 Ivy Hotel?
Yes. The Ivy Hotel charges a pet fee of $50 per night. 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 Ivy Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Ivy 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 Ivy Hotel?
Yes. Dogs up to 25 lb are welcome at The Ivy 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 Ivy Hotel?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Ivy 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 Ivy Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at The Ivy Hotel, including the bar and terrace. 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 Ivy Hotel?
The Ivy Hotel provides a dog bed, food and water bowls and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is The Ivy Hotel pet-friendly?
The Ivy Hotel 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 C rating.
Are pets allowed at The Ivy Hotel?
Yes. The Ivy Hotel allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 25 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 is the pet policy at The Ivy Hotel?
The pet policy at The Ivy Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of $50 per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, a weight limit of 25 lb and dogs welcome in the bar and terrace. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.