Pet-friendly hotels in San Diego: compare fees and limits
“Pet friendly” is only the start. The fee may be nightly or per stay, weight limits vary, and some hotels do not allow a pet to remain alone in the room. This comparison starts with the hotel's own current policy.
Policies reviewed November 4, 2026. Fees, room availability and pet rules can change; confirm the final terms directly before booking.
Compare five San Diego hotel pet policies
| Hotel | Published pet fee | Count and weight | Useful policy details |
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Gaslamp / East Village Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter |
$100 per stay | Up to two dogs or cats; the official page lists no weight limit per pet. | Pets may not be left unattended. The hotel lists beds, welcome treats, bowls and a pet walking area. |
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Downtown waterfront Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego |
$100 per stay for up to six nights; an additional $100 for stays of seven to 30 nights | Dogs only; one dog up to 50 pounds, or two dogs with a combined weight up to 75 pounds. | The hotel publishes a separate deep-cleaning policy for longer stays and asks guests to contact it for stays over 30 nights. |
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Downtown The Sofia Hotel |
$50 per dog, per night, plus tax | Dogs of all sizes; the hotel publishes no weight restriction. | Pet-friendly rooms are limited and advance notice is recommended. Pets may not be left unattended. |
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Downtown / Little Italy edge Hotel Republic San Diego |
$100 non-refundable fee per room, per stay | Up to two pets, each weighing no more than 50 pounds. | The official Marriott page notes breed restrictions. Confirm eligibility directly if the policy could affect your booking. |
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Coronado Bay Loews Coronado Bay Resort |
$150 per stay | Up to two dogs or cats; the cited official pages do not publish a weight limit. | The Loews Loves Pets page lists bowls, treats, pick-up bags, grassy-area access and pet room-service options. |
Choose the hotel by the dog-day plan
For a walkable downtown stay
Hotel Indigo, Manchester Grand Hyatt, The Sofia and Hotel Republic all put you in or beside downtown. The better match depends on pet size, whether you have one or two pets, and whether a per-night or per-stay fee works better for the length of your trip.
For the strongest published pet amenities
Hotel Indigo lists beds, treats, bowls and a walking area. Loews Coronado Bay lists bowls, treats, pick-up bags, grassy areas and pet room-service options. Amenities can be unavailable or change, so ask what will be provided for your exact stay.
For a larger dog
Hotel Indigo and The Sofia currently publish no weight limit. Manchester Grand Hyatt and Hotel Republic publish explicit limits; Loews does not state a weight limit on the cited official pages, so confirm directly rather than assuming.
Plan the outings before you book
A hotel policy does not override the rule at the day's destination. Compare dog-beach access, review the San Diego dog-rules guide, and save first-party-verified patios before choosing the best neighborhood for the stay.
Official hotel sources
- Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter amenities and pet policy ↗
- Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego policies ↗
- The Sofia Hotel policies ↗
- Hotel Republic San Diego property and pet details ↗
- Loews Coronado Bay Resort pet program ↗
San Diego pet-friendly hotel FAQ
Do pet-friendly hotels in San Diego charge a pet fee?
Most hotels in this comparison publish a pet fee, either per stay or per night. Current examples range from $50 per dog per night at The Sofia to $150 per stay at Loews Coronado Bay; confirm the policy before booking because fees can change.
Which San Diego hotels allow large dogs?
Hotel Indigo San Diego-Gaslamp Quarter and The Sofia Hotel currently publish no weight limit. Manchester Grand Hyatt and Hotel Republic publish weight limits, while Loews Coronado Bay does not state a weight limit on the official policy pages cited here.
Can a dog be left alone in a San Diego hotel room?
It depends on the hotel. Hotel Indigo and The Sofia explicitly say pets may not be left unattended. Review the exact hotel policy and ask the property before booking if your itinerary requires time away from the room.
Turn the hotel into a base for better outings.
Compare the rules, choose the neighborhood and save the places you want to explore together.