No matter what your reason for visiting Melbourne, if you’re visiting with a dog, you’ll need to find a dog-friendly hotel. Luckily then an increasing number of hotels in Melbourne now welcome pets to stay with you.
Whether you’re after a luxury five-star hotel, perfect for a pet-friendly staycation, or need an self-contained apartment for a longer stay, check out this comprehensive selection of dog-friendly hotels in Melbourne.
Note that many of these hotels require direct bookings if you are staying with a pet. Plus with many properties only having a limited number of pet-friendly rooms, it’s best to book well in advance.
Never stayed with your dog in a hotel before? Check out my tips for staying in a pet-friendly hotel.
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Luxury Dog-Friendly Hotels in Melbourne
If it’s a luxury hotel stay in Melbourne with your pup that you’re after, consider these five-star hotels that have rolled out the red carpet to four-legged guests.
The Langham Melbourne
One of the most luxurious hotels in Melbourne is The Langham Melbourne. Situated just south of the city centre on the banks of the Yarra River, be greeted in the lobby by a grand marble staircase and one of the largest chandeliers in the Southern Hemisphere.
To enjoy a stay at the Langham with your dog or cat, book a Pampered Pets Staycation. Available in Deluxe River King rooms, Deluxe River Corner King rooms and Executive Terraces (dogs only), the staycation package includes a Langham-branded pet bed and bowls for your pet to use while at the hotel, plus a welcome amenity for your dog or cat.
While it is requested pets are not left alone in the room, thankfully breakfast in bed for up to two people is included in the package. Perhaps also consider ordering something off the Private Dining Pet Menu for your pet.
Note that there is limit of one pet per room, plus a size limit for dogs of 20kg. A pet fee of $150 is included in the Pampered Pets Staycation package.
Read more about my stay at The Langham, Melbourne
W Melbourne
When it opened in early 2021, W Melbourne claimed to be the first luxury lifestyle hotel in the city. Situated centrally on Flinders Lane and taking its cues from Melbourne’s laneway culture, hotel highlights include the top-floor pool with poolside bar and DJ booth, onsite restaurant Lollo and a secret underground bar.
But if you’re more interested in a stay with your pet, check out their Pets Are Welcome package, or P.A.W. for short. Pets are welcomed with a custom dog bed, along with bowls, toys, treats and a gift to take home. Choose between booking a Cozy Room, Wonderful Room or Fabulous Room.
Up to two pets are permitted per room, with a weight limit of 18kg. There is a cleaning fee incorporated in the Pets Are Welcome package, which must be booked to stay with a pet in advance.
Pullman Melbourne on the Park
The Pullman Melbourne on the Park offers a park-centric location, opposite the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Fitzroy Gardens. It also now offers a Pet-Friendly Suite, so your cat or dog can enjoy Paws on the Park.
A luxury suite for you and your pet, the suite features private courtyard, faux grass, a mat and kennel outside, along with a Snooza pet bed, bowls, a towel and a welcome gift from Gummi inside. Pets haven’t been forgotten from the in-room dining menu either, which features meals for both pups and cats.
The Paws on the Park package includes accommodation for up to two pets, either dogs or cats up to 30kg. No extra fee is charged for pets, but direct bookings by phone or email are required.
QT Melbourne
The luxurious QT Melbourne can be found in the heart of the city on Russell Street. With the typical bold yet quirky style of the QT brand, their Melbourne hotel oozes industrial-chic, and is completed with an exclusive rooftop bar.
To stay with your pooch at QT Melbourne, book their Pup Yeah! package directly through the hotel. Included in the package is a designer dog bed, dog bowls, your dog’s own mini-bar (full of dog treats, of course!) and their own in-room dining menu, specially selected by the “Head of Treats”.
Enquire directly with the hotel whether they can book your dog into grooming or line up a dog walk. Plus of course, whether four-legged guests are welcome into Rooftop at QT.
Note that there is a limit of one dog per room, with a size limit of 20kg. There is an additional $150 cleaning fee for the stay and your dog is required to sleep on the provided bed.
While visiting QT Melbourne, make sure you say hi to Russell, the dog-cierge, who can be found sleeping behind reception when not greeting visitors. The hotel also recently began offering Pups & Poses yoga classes on the rooftop.
Boutique Dog-Friendly Hotels in Melbourne
If it’s a more boutique kind of hotel that you’re after, select from these dog-friendly boutique stays, all close to the centre of Melbourne.
Laneways by Ovolo, Melbourne
Ovolo Hotels is a pet-friendly hotel chain across nearly all their Australian properties. The first of their two locations in Melbourne is Laneways by Ovolo, located in the east end of Melbourne’s CBD near Victoria’s Parliament House.
Inside are a range of spacious suites and rooms, each with quality furnishings, luxurious bathrooms and original artwork, many recently colourfully refreshed with a nod to Memphis Design. Some of the rooms have their own rooftop terrace, complete with city views.
Select a dog-friendly room along with a V.I.Pooch package. Your dog will receive their own plush bed, an eating and drinking mat, food and water bowls, plus a “doggy bag”, complete with toys, snacks and clean-up bags.
At Ovolo, up to two dogs are permitted per room, and there are no size limits, a rarity amongst more luxurious dog-friendly hotels in Melbourne. Note that an additional fee of $100 per night will apply for a second dog.
Ovolo South Yarra
The second Ovolo luxury boutique hotel in Melbourne is Ovolo South Yarra, located just off the pet-friendly shopping strip of Chapel Street. (Keep an eye out for the Paw-on-the-Door stickers nearby!)
A bold and creative property, the design ethos of Ovolo South Yarra is retro chic meets pop-art, with a heavy dose of rockstar glamour. Perhaps book a stay in one of the four Rockstar suites for a truly epic stay??
Like other Ovolo properties, to stay with your pup book a V.I.Pooch package. Slightly different rules apply at South Yarra – only a single dog is permitted per room, with a three night maximum applying. However, there are still no size limits for pooches.
Your dog will receive their own plush bed to sleep in, along with an eating and drinking mat, dog bowls and their own “doggy bag”, full of toys, snacks and the ever-important clean-up bags. There’s also pet-friendly staff on hand to provide assistance when needed.
Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders
The Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders is a boutique hotel centrally located on Flinders Lane, close to Southern Cross station. The hotel has a focus on weaving local stories into everything they do, with its styling an ode to legendary photographer Helmut Lang, who launched his career in the neighbourhood.
Dogs are welcome to stay with you at the hotel when you book their Pet Package. A weight limit of 40kg applies. Note that dogs cannot be left alone in rooms, but are welcome in the Lobby Lounge. It’s a must to call up directly to make a booking, with an additional pet fee of $60 per night.
Recently, a special $1 Paws, Play and Stay Package promotion has been held for each of the Hotel Indigos in Australia, with pets able to stay for just $1 per night. Keep an eye out on their Instagram for regular promotions!
Zagame’s House, Carlton
Located on Lygon Street in the heart of Carlton, Zagame’s House is designed as your home-away-from-home, and the welcome extends to your fur-babies too.
As long as your pet is on the Pre-furred Animals List (mainly dogs, but also unicorns and pandas just in case…) they are welcome to join you in selected pet-friendly rooms, plus will receive their own “Treat Yo Fur-baby” bag of goodies.
They’re also welcome to join you in the Lounge Room and the outdoor tables of the Lord Lygon Wine Shop & Bar, with its over 300 wines to choose from. Note however they are not permitted in the hotel bar, restaurant or gym, and can’t be left unattended in rooms or vehicles.
Note that a $140 cleaning fee is charged for pet bookings, along with a pre-authorisation, and prior reservations are required at the applicable Fur-friendly rate. Only a single pet is permitted per room. Check out the full pet policy.
City Centre Dog-Friendly Hotels in Melbourne
There’s plenty more hotels that welcomes dogs in the centre of Melbourne or close by. Consider staying at one of these excellent pet-friendly hotels.
Dorsett Melbourne
The Dorsett Melbourne is centrally located in Melbourne, part of the West Side Place development near Southern Cross Station. With a wide range of facilities ranging from a club lounge with meeting spaces through to an indoor heated pool and spa, four-legged guests have also not been overlooked.
There are a number of pet-friendly Deluxe Twin Balcony and Executive King rooms, available by booking a Holidays for Hounds package. Only one dog up to 20kg is permitted per room.
Inside the pet-friendly rooms, pets are provided with a luxury bed, designer food and water bowls, and have access to their own gourmet in-room dining menu, created by a canine and feline nutritionist. Your pet will also appreciate the hotel’s proximity to Flagstaff Gardens, with plenty of room for on-leash walks.
Hyatt Centric Melbourne
The Hyatt Centric Melbourne is a large contemporary hotel located in the southwestern corner of the city, just a short walk from Southbank and it’s dog-friendly dining options.
Its spacious, minimalist-style rooms feature Nespresso coffee machines, Mr Smith amenities and plush bathrobes, plus some include a private balcony. Up on the 25th floor is a bar and restaurant with terrific city views, while there is also an indoor 25m pool.
Contact the hotel directly to make a booking for a Pet Package, applicable for both dogs and cats with no size restrictions. You’ll stay in one of their spacious pet-friendly King Balcony Rooms, each with their own outdoor area. A pet bed, bowls and welcome toy will be provided. Note that this is a pet fee of $160 per stay.
AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank
The recently opened AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank is the first AC Hotel by Marriott to open in Australia. With a focus on thoughtful design and overthinking every element, the hotel is located close to the Southbank precinct.
Featuring an infinity pool with an adjacent pool bar, also onsite is a fitness centre, restaurant and an additional lounge bar. With a variety of Deluxe, Superior, Premium and Suite rooms, all feature stylish decor, Korres bath amenities, coffee machines and Melbourne skyline views.
Pets are welcome to join you at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank in selected Deluxe rooms. Up to two dogs with a combined weight up to 20kg are permitted per room. There is an additional cleaning fee of $70 per night.
Ink Hotel Melbourne Southbank
Ink Hotel Melbourne is a vibrant new hotel centrally located at Southbank, within walking distance of many city attractions. Rooms range in size from small Pocket rooms to larger suites.
Pets are welcome to stay with you in the mid-sized Comfy rooms, located on levels 3 and 4. Simply call up to make a booking with your pet, with an additional pet fee of $50 per pet per night applying. There are no restrictions on the types or sizes of pets.
Note that pets are not allowed to be left alone in rooms. Also, pets are not allowed inside the onsite breakfast/brunch cafe and bar, except in the outdoor area. Scratch dog products are supplied as part of the pet package.
View Melbourne
The View Melbourne is situated conveniently on St Kilda Road, midway between the Melbourne city centre and St Kilda and its beaches, perfect for either work or leisure.
With stylish rooms kitted out with Smith & Co amenities and Chromecast streaming, some with their own balconies or city views, selected rooms are pet-friendly, for an additional charge. Up to two dogs are permitted per room.
Make a direct booking with the hotel for a Pooch Package. Your dog will be pampered with their own teepee bed, food and water bowls, a snack box and toys to play with and take home. Dogs are also welcome in the beer garden onsite.
There are no size restrictions, but make sure you inform the hotel in advance of your pet’s name, size and breed. For any other questions, send an email to [email protected].
Roamer Melbourne
Roamer is a chain of four hostels in Australia, having taken over the former Selina luxury hostels in Australia. A focus on comfort remains, along with some beautiful private rooms. There are two Roamer locations in Melbourne, including Roamer Melbourne, located directly opposite Flinders Street Station.
Pets are permitted only in the private rooms, not shared rooms. Choose between private or premium rooms with private ensuites, or the private shared rooms with shared bathrooms. Other facilities include a library, cinema room, co-working space with complimentary wifi and a basement bar.
Like other Roamer locations, Roamer Melbourne is also pet-friendly. A small pet fee is charged per night. It’s best to enquire directly about the full pet regulations.
Inner City Dog-Friendly Apartment Hotels in Melbourne
Melbourne has a wide variety of apartment hotels, including many in the city centre. Perfect for a self-contained stay where you can relax with your dog in your apartment, take your pick from these dog-friendly apartment hotels.
Birches Serviced Apartments, East Melbourne
Birches Serviced Apartments is located on Simpson Street, in fashionable East Melbourne, opposite Powlett Reserve and just two blocks away from Fitzroy Gardens. With Hollywood the Miniature Cavoodle on hand to greet all guests, it’s no wonder the property also permits guests to bring their own pets.
Selected standard apartments are pet-friendly, with small to medium size dogs or cats permitted, who must be desexed. You’ll need to bring your dogs own bed and bowls, and there is an additional charge of $30 per pet per night. An additional fee is charged if deep cleaning is required.
Each spacious apartment is fully self-contained, with a full kitchen. Secure on-site parking is available for an additional small nightly fee.
SoYa Apartment Hotel, South Yarra
A trendy boutique apartment hotel in South Yarra (or SoYa for short), the SoYa Apartment Hotel has transformed a classic 1960’s apartment complex into chic one- and two-bedroom apartments, complete with king beds, designer furniture, smart TVs and full kitchens.
Selected apartments have been designated as pet-friendly, with both one- and two-bedroom options available. It’s a must to specific that you need a pet-friendly room when booking, due to their limited availability.
Up to two dogs are permitted per room, with an additional charge of $60 per night, plus a refundable deposit held. Naturally pets are expected to be well-behaved, and cannot be left unattended. Outside there is a courtyard with BBQ.
SoYa on Davis Apartment Hotel, South Yarra
There is also a second location for the SoYa Apartment Hotel, the SoYa on Davis Apartment Hotel, located just a block away on Davis Avenue. The same pet-friendly policy also applies at this location.
The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands are self-catering serviced apartments located across nine different buildings along the NewQuay Promenade in Docklands. A mixture of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments, each apartment has a private balcony, fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities.
A single pet is allowed per apartment, with both dogs and cats allowed. A one-off cleaning fee is charged per stay, with the fee varying based on the size of the apartment. (As an example, the fee for a one-bedroom apartment in 2022 was $150.) Make sure you request to stay with a pet in the Special Request field, so that a pet-friendly apartment can be allocated.
Clarion Apartments South Melbourne
Located just south of the city in South Melbourne, Clarion Apartments South Melbourne offers a mixture of modern studio and one-bedroom apartments, some with premium or accessible features.
One-bedroom apartments feature a full kitchen, while the studios have a kitchenette. A daily continental breakfast is available for an additional fee, as well as paid private parking. There is also a gym onsite. The hotel is only a short distance from both Albert Park and the Royal Botanic Gardens.
Pets are now welcome to stay in the apartments, with a limit of one pet per room. There is an additional pet fee of $35 per night.
Punthill Apartment Hotels
There are multiple Punthill Apartment Hotels located across Melbourne, both in the CBD and the suburbs, along with their sister brand Veriu Hotels & Suites. Selected properties are pet-friendly, for both short-term and long-term stay guests.
The following Melbourne properties are pet-friendly:
- Punthill Caroline Springs
- Punthill Flinders Lane
- Punthill Knox
- Punthill Little Bourke
- Punthill Oakleigh
- Punthill Williamstown
Each of the apartment hotels generally offers a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, each with a kitchenette and balcony. Generally there is an onsite gym and some properties have a business lounge in the lobby.
To find out more about the pet policy at each Punthill Apartment Hotel or Veriu Hotel, it’s best to speak directly to the specific hotel. An additional pet cleaning fee of $250 per stay is charged.
Suburban Dog-Friendly Hotels in Melbounre
If your business or plans require you to stay in the suburbs of Melbourne, there’s still plenty of excellent dog-friendly hotels to choose from, many close to terrific off-leash dog parks. Take your pick amongst the following…
Element Melbourne Richmond
Just 6km east of the city centre, the Element Melbourne Richmond is the only Element by Westin hotel located in Australia. Each of the Element hotels has a focus on wellness, with nature-inspired spaces, in-room kitchens and excellent fitness facilities, plus eco-friendly features such as energy-saving lightning and water-saving taps.
Each of the Element by Westin hotels is also pet-friendly and this extends to the Element Melbourne Richmond, which is also conveniently close to the off-lead Fairview park.
There are a selection of pet-friendly rooms, with up to two dogs with a combined weight of 20kg welcome per room. There is an additional pet fee of $30 per night, up to $90 per stay.
Perhaps book a Pawesome Pooch Staycation for your pet? In addition to including your overnight accommodation and the pet fee, your pup will be supplied with a bed and bowls, a treat on arrival and pawesome mini-bar options.
Quest Apartment Hotels
Quest Apartment Hotels has a large number of hotels across suburban Melbourne and Australia, including many that are pet-friendly. All hotel rooms include a fully equipped kitchen and in-room laundry facilities, while the guest services team can point you in the direction of nearby pet facilities.
The following sixteen Melbourne locations are pet-friendly:
- Quest Brighton on the Bay
- Quest Burwood East
- Quest Caroline Springs
- Quest Collingwood
- Quest Dandenong
- Quest Dandenong Central
- Quest Epping
- Quest Frankston on the Bay
- Quest Ivanhoe
- Quest Melbourne Airport
- Quest Mont Albert
- Quest Narre Warren
- Quest Prahran
- Quest St Kilda Road
- Quest St Leonards
- Quest Werribee
Selected rooms are pet-friendly at each property, with a pet bed, bowls, toys and treats provided. Generally a pet fee starting at $15 or $20 per pet per night is charged, along with a refundable deposit, although some properties charge higher fees or a flat fee per stay, sometimes up to $200. Contact the hotel directly to find out more details and book a stay.
Aligned Corporate Residences and Corporate Living Accommodation
Aligned Corporate Residences and Corporate Living Accommodation are a combination of two brands, that offers serviced apartments at four suburban locations across Melbourne, plus elsewhere in Australia. Generally a mix of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom self-contained apartments are available.
Each of their residences are pet-friendly, although naturally a one-time cleaning fee applies per stay. Enquire directly with each property for the full details of the fee and other pet rules.
Their four pet-friendly Melbourne locations are:
- Aligned Corporate Residences Kew
- Aligned Corporate Residences Williamstown
- Corporate Living Accommodation Abbotsford
- Corporate Living Accommodation Hawthorn
Roamer St Kilda
The second Roamer outpost in Melbourne is Roamer St Kilda, just a few blocks back from popular St Kilda Beach. With its access to dog-friendly beaches and walks, it’s lucky then that this hostel is also pet-friendly, like other Roamer properties.
To stay with your pet, choose between standard and suite rooms with private ensuites, or compact private rooms with a shared bathroom. The shared rooms are not pet-friendly. Note that there is a small charge per night for pets. Enquire directly for their full pet rules.
On site you’ll also have access to a restaurant, rooftop bar, wellness deck and co-working space, plus of-course a shared kitchen. Regular yoga and pilates sessions are scheduled, as well as other events including group dinners.
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About the Author
Shandos Cleaver is the founder of Travelnuity: Dog-Friendly Travel. She has travelled extensively with her Miniature Dachshund, Schnitzel, including to 33 countries across Europe, every state and territory of Australia except Tasmania, and 10 of the United States. She’s passionate about providing inspiration and information to others wanting to travel with their dogs, whether close to home or internationally.