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California Dog Travel Guide

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          Featured California Dog-Friendly Cities
  San Diego   San Francisco
  Lake Tahoe   Carmel /Monterey
  San Luis Obispo /Cambria   Ventura / Oxnard
  Santa Barbara   West Los Angeles
  Anaheim   OC Beach Area
  Big Bear Lake   Palm Springs
  Mendocino   Sacramento
  Temecula   Napa Valley
  Sonoma   Palo Alto
  San Jose   Oakland/East Bay
  Gold Country   Marin/North Bay
  Yosemite Nat. Pk   Santa Cruz

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Cambria, CA
800-433-9179

Renew your spirit at dog-friendly Cambria Shores Inn. Sit Back in our Adirondack chairs, enjoy beautiful ocean views and stay cozy in a lovely room.

 

Mendocino, CA
707-937-5339

We welcome our furry, four-footed guests with pet beds, treats and water bowls, and an outdoor pet shower. In your cottage, you will find a "Pet Package" containing a pet towel, waste bags and premium treats to welcome your beloved animals.



North Lake Tahoe,  CA
800-550-6740

Everything dog related in Tahoe including vacation rentals, beaches, restaurants, and more at www.Tahoe.Dog

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Here are some of the City Guides in our California Regions

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Alabama Hills
Alturas
Anaheim
Arcata
Arnold
Auburn
Ave. of the Giants
Bakersfield
Bear Valley
Big Bear Lake
Big Pine
Big Sur
Bishop
Borrego Springs
Bridgeport
Cambria
Carmel
Chico
Corning
Crescent City
Davis
Death Valley
Eureka
Fish Camp
Fortuna
Fresno
Graeagle
Gualala
Guerneville
Hollywood
Ice House
Idyllwild
Independence
Jackson
Johnsondale
Joshua Tree N.P.
Julian
Kernville
Lake Arrowhead
Lake Isabella
Lake Shasta
Lake Tahoe

Lassen  Natl. Park

Lassen Volcanic
Lava Beds Area
Lee Vining
Lone Pine
Los Angeles
L.A. Beach Area
Mammoth Lakes

Marin - North Bay
Mendocino
Mono Lake
Monterey
Mount Shasta
Napa Valley
Oakhurst
Oakland - East Bay
Ojai
Ontario
Orange County Beaches
Orange County North
Orange County South
Oxnard
Palm Springs
Palo Alto - Peninsula
Pasadena
Placerville
Plumas National Forest
Pomona
Quincy
Red Bluff
Redding
Redwoods
Riverside
Russian River
Sacramento
San Bernardino
San Diego
San Diego County North
San Fernando Valley
San Francisco
San Jose
San Luis Obispo
Santa Barbara
Santa Cruz
Sequoia National Park
Shasta, Lake
Shasta-Trinity Forest
Solvang
Sonoma County
Sonora
Susanville
Temecula
Trail of a Hundred Giants
Trees of Mystery
Twin Bridges
Ukiah
Ventura
Yosemite
Yreka












 

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  •   Carmel Valley Ranch
    1 Old Ranch Rd  Carmel Valley

    Set on 500 acres in Carmel Valley, this upscale resort is 3 miles from hiking and biking in Garland Ranch Regional Park and 9 miles from the ocean at Carmel Bay. Suites feature fireplaces and private decks, plus flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, and Keurig coffeemakers. Select suites offer kitchenettes or separate dining areas. Located on-site is a spa, a golf course, and 9 tennis courts, plus 2 outdoor saltwater pools, a gym, and a business center. Dining options include a sleek organic ...
  •   Cypress Inn
    Lincoln St & 7 Ave  Carmel-By-The-Sea

    Featuring a bar and a garden, Cypress Inn is located in Carmel, just 3.1 miles from Point Lobos State Reserve and a 4-minute walk from Carmel Plaza. The property offers a restaurant, 24-hour front desk and room service along with free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms offer private bathrooms equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and Wi-Fi. Select accommodations also feature a seating area. There is a free continental breakfast and concierge service. Ther ...
  •   The Beverly Hills Hotel
    9641 Sunset Blvd  Beverly Hills

    Set on 12 acres of landscaped gardens, this landmark luxury hotel is a mile from upscale shopping on Rodeo Drive and 6 miles from the Getty Center. Amenities include a spa, a gym, and an outdoor pool with cabanas and a cafe. There's also a storied restaurant frequently visited by celebrities, as well as a coffee room and a chic bar. Rooms with plush furnishings feature flat-screen TVs, marble baths, and premium linens; some have balconies or patios, soaking tubs and/or city or garden views. Lavi ...
  •   The Peninsula Beverly Hills
    9882 S Santa Monica Blvd  Beverly Hills

    The Peninsula Beverly Hills Hotel is an exclusive and sophisticated destination located just 3 miles from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and 5 miles from the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The hotel features a cosmopolitan restaurant, a chic rooftop eatery, and a trendy, wood-lined bar, plus a posh lounge serving afternoon tea. Other amenities include a spa, a gym, a rooftop pool, and a hot tub. Dogs of all sizes are allowed. There is a $35 per night per pet fee. ...
  •   Viceroy L'Ermitage Beverly Hills
    9291 Burton Way  Beverly Hills

    Luxurious rooms, a rooftop pool, and guest-only spa await at the five-star Viceroy L'Ermitage Beverly Hills. Amenities include a heated rooftop pool with private cabanas, fitness center, and spa. Dining options include a gourmet French restaurant and a trendy lobby bar. Dogs up to 40 pounds are allowed. There is a limit of one dog per room, and pets must be well-behaved. There is a one-time $150 pet fee, 50% of which is donated to Wags and Walks, a local adoption center and community that works ...
  •   Kimpton La Peer Hotel
    627 N La Peer Dr  West Hollywood

    Located just a mile from the posh shops of Rodeo Drive, this modern luxury hotel offers chic, Los Angeles style rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minibars and yoga mats. Premium rooms add balconies, terraces, and or soaking tubs; suites come with living areas. Butler service and 24/7 in-room dining are available. Dining options include an Italian eatery, an open-air bar, and made-to-order picnic baskets. Other amenities consist of a heated outdoor pool and a fitness center. Parking i ...
  •   Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
    4143 Cedar Ave  South Lake Tahoe

    This original Basecamp hotel offers accommodations in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, just a 5-minute walk to the lake and an even shorter 4-minute walk to the Heavenly Gondola. Their 73 rooms offer the amenities that you may find at a more modern resort, but for less cost. These amenities include a rooftop hot tub, large hot tub, fire pits, continental breakfast, bar that offers hot chocolate and local brews, and free seasonal beach passes. Dogs are allowed in designated rooms. There is a $40 p ...
  •   Ace Hotel
    929 S Broadway  Los Angeles

    Housed in the landmark 1927 United Artists building, this hip hotel features industrial-chic rooms with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Select rooms include acoustic guitars, kitchenettes, living space, and private terraces. Dining options include a juice bar, a coffee bar, and a trendy brasserie. There's also a 24/7 gym, and a shop selling vintage vinyl and custom clothing, plus a buzzing rooftop pool with a bar. A restored 1920s Spanish Gothic-style theater offers a unique event or ...
  •   Hotel Bel-Air
    701 Stone Canyon Rd  Los Angeles

    This five-star Los Angeles staple features rooms with limestone floors and wood ceilings, with free high-speed Wi-Fi and HDTVs, plus marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. Some rooms provide fireplaces and/or patios with jetted pools, and suites come with living areas. Anemities include a complimentary luxury car shuttle, an outdoor heated pool, and a spa. Dining options include an upscale restaurant serving AmericanÂ?Mediterranean fusion dishes and breakfast, as well as a sophisticated bar. Dogs ...
  •   The Beachcomber Motel
    1111 N Main St  Fort Bragg

    Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this gorgeous beachfront motel offers accommodations that feature granite bathrooms, mini-fridges and microwaves, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Premium rooms and suites add whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, private balconies and ocean views. For a more enjoyable stay, the hotel offers complimentary breakfast, free parking, a roof deck, and bike rentals. Dogs are more than welcome for a $20 per pet per night fee. Please call the hotel for approval if you are bringing mo ...
  •   Stanford Inn Mendocino Hotel & Resort
    44850 Comptche Ukiah Rd  Mendocino

    The Stanford Inn was one of the first Bed and Breakfasts in California to welcome pets and have continued to welcome pets including dogs, cats, iguanas, parrots, Vietnamese potbelly pigs, and a tortoise throughout the years. There is a $45.00 charge per stay for your first pet. Additional pets are $22.50 each. At check-in, you will receive handmade treat specially created to not disturb your dogÂ?s digestion, stainless steel food and water dishes, Â?dog sheetsÂ? to protect the furniture so that ...
  •   Monterey Tides
    2600 Sand Dunes Dr  Monterey

    This beautiful beachfront hotel offers a pool, hot tub, beachside bonfires, and delicious beachside eateries. The hotel is located just minutes from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Pebble Beach 17-Mile Drive, and many more popular attractions. Rooms feature comfortable beds, oceanfront or inland views, in-room Wi-Fi, a coffee maker, HD-TVs, and more. Dogs up to 50 pounds are allowed. There is a $50 per stay pet fee for one pet or a $75 per stay fee for two pets. You must sign a pet agree ...
  •   Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
    2 Portola Plaza  Monterey

    Next to the Monterey Conference Center, this nautical-themed hotel is just 5 minutes from FishermanÂ?s Wharf and 1 mile from Cannery Row. Rooms and suites have marble bathrooms, Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screen TVs, and Keurig coffeemakers. Most have balconies, some with ocean views. Suites add living rooms and wet bars. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness room and a spa for a fee, plus a craft brewery, a restaurant serving organic food, and 110,000 sq ft of event space. Dogs are wel ...
  •   Calistoga Ranch
    580 Lommel Rd  Calistoga

    Nestled on 157 acres in Napa Valley, the Calistoga Ranch features an on-site pool and a restaurant that serves authentic regional dishes. A fireplace is featured in each warmly decorated accommodation, as well as an outdoor rain shower in each guest room. Select rooms feature an outdoor living area with a fireplace. You can rejuvenate in the on-site fitness center or explore the surroundings with free bicycle rentals. An array of activities can be enjoyed on-site or in the surroundings, includin ...
  •   North Block Hotel
    6757 Washington Street  Yountville

    Located in the heart of the Napa Valley, The North Block Hotel is conveniently located near French, Italian, Pacific Rim, and California-style restaurants, as well as several art galleries and museums. The hotel features many amenities, including an on-site pool, spa, and the Redd Wood Restaurant, headed by Richard Reddington, a Michelin-star chef. The hotel's spacious guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV, large soaking tubs, and heated floors in the bathroom. Each room features a terrace or a ...
  •   Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa
    21500 Pacific Coast Hwy  Huntington Beach

    Set on the beach, this upscale resort is located just a mile from Huntington Beach Pier, 20 miles from Disneyland Park and 13 miles from Orange County/John Wayne Airport. Beautiful rooms feature free Wi-Fi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, as well as private patios or balconies. Upgraded rooms and suites add separate living rooms; some have additional bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. Club rooms provide access to a lounge serving free continental breakfast and evening snacks. There are 5 res ...
  •   Pasea Hotel & Spa
    21080 CA-1  Huntington Beach

    This high-end hotel is just an 11-minute walk from the Huntington Beach Pier and 5 miles from Newport Beach. Rooms feature ocean views and come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus Keurig coffeemakers and balconies. Studios add sofabeds, and 1-bedroom suites have living rooms, soaking tubs and wet bars. A penthouse suite includes 2 balconies, a fireplace and a kitchen. A trendy restaurant offers ocean views, as does a bar and lounge with a rooftop patio, cafe, and spa. Beach equipment is co ...
  •   The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
    One Ritz Carlton Dr  Dana Point

    Sitting atop a beachfront bluff, this luxury resort offers everything guests could ever need. Exquisite rooms feature dark wood furniture, wifi, 42-inch flat screens, patios, balconies, and carpets, while suites come with personal assistants and preferred seating at restaurants. Resort fees cover yoga classes, a shuttle to the beach, tennis courts, a sauna, steam rooms, 2 pools, and 2 hot tubs. Dining options include a steakhouse, lounge, and Pan-Latin coastal cuisine. Two dogs of any size are w ...
  •   Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa
    71333 Dinah Shore Dr  Rancho Mirage

    This spacious resort features a golf course and 3 outdoor pools, plus tennis courts and a fitness center. Dining options include 3 restaurants, 2 bars and 2 cafes, plus event space and a business center. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minibars, and balconies. Some include sofabeds, living areas, whirlpool tubs, and fireplaces. ...
  •   Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
    2050 University Ave  East Palo Alto

    Just off Highway 101, this luxury hotel is located 2.3 miles from Stanford University and 2.7 miles from Stanford Shopping Center. Polished rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows (some with bay/mountain views), separate work areas, sofas, and marble bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers, soaking tubs and flat-screen TVs. All come with cable TV, Wi-Fi, and laptop safes. Suites add separate lounges, dining areas, and/or wet bars. Amenities include a rooftop pool with private cabanas, a 24-hour gym ...
  •   Rosewood Sand Hill
    2825 Sand Hill Rd  Menlo Park

    Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Rosewood Sand Hill unfolds over 16 acres near the Santa Cruz Mountains. The urban retreat amazes guests with its amenities and a relaxed translation of luxury. Rooms feature walk-in closets, rainfall showerheads, and marble bathtubs. All have balconies or terraces (some with mountain views), flat-screen TVs, DVD players, iPod docks, and free WiFi. Villas with living rooms, full kitchens, and multiple bedrooms are also available. Dining options range from f ...
  •   Loews Coronado Bay Resort
    4000 Coronado Bay Rd  Coronado

    This upscale oceanfront resort features free Wi-Fi, 48-inch flat-screen TVs, and patios or balconies, plus coffeemakers, minifridges, and desks. Suites add separate living rooms with pull-out sofas, and some add dining areas and whirlpool tubs. Amenities include 4 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges, as well as an outdoor pool, a spa, and a fitness center. Dogs up to 40 pounds are allowed. There is a $150 per stay pet fee. There is a maximum of two pets per room. Dogs receive a pet tag, bowl and a sp ...
  •   The US GRANT, A Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego
    326 Broadway  San Diego

    Listed in the National Registrar of Historic Places, this world-class hotel has been a luxury landmark since 1910 and a recent 52 million dollar renovation has only refined its elegance and sophistication. There are 270 lavish guest rooms and 47 suites, gourmet dining, a lounge, business center, gift store, thousands of square feet of event space, a romantic roof-top terrace, and many in-room amenities. One dog up to 75 pounds is welcome for an additional one-time pet fee of $150 per room. Dogs ...
  •   Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
    5921 Valencia Circle  Del Mar

    Located among the hills of Rancho Santa Fe, this natural resort features a full-service spa, golf course, and top-rated tennis courts. Free Wi-Fi is available at the resort. Rooms are bright, featuring spacious windows and a lush garden patio. A fireplace, flat-screen cable TV, and a DVD library are included. The Restaurant at Rancho Valencia serves fine cuisine in an elegant Mediterranean setting. Guests have views of the surrounding valley from inside the restaurant or out on the terrace. Free ...
  •   Argonaut Hotel
    495 Jefferson St  San Francisco

    This brick-style hotel offers many amenities, including an exercise room, complimentary wine receptions in a relaxed lounge, and a seafood restaurant with terrace seating. Nautical-style rooms offer exposed brick walls, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and yoga mats. Suites add separate living rooms and whirlpool tubs, as well as views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay. Wi-Fi and in-room spa treatments are available for a fee. Dogs of any size are welcome. There is a pet fee of $75.0 ...
  •   Hotel Nikko San Francisco
    222 Mason Street  San Francisco

    Just a 5 minutes walk from vibrant Union Square, the recently restored Hotel Nikko San Francisco offers a modern Asian-inspired aesthetic featuring an indoor pool with a glass atrium and an on-site restaurant. The iconic Golden Gate Bridge is just a 20-minute drive away. Alcatraz Island tours are located just 3 mi away, and the San Francisco International Airport is a 25 minutes drive from the hotel. Guest rooms at Hotel Nikko offer comfort with touches of light and cool tones. with vibrant touc ...
  •   Palace Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel
    2 New Montgomery St  San Francisco

    A minute's walk from the Montgomery St. Muni/BART station, this refined hotel is located in the Financial District, just 2 miles from Pier 39. Polished rooms feature Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screen TVs, and minifridges. Suites add coffeemakers and separate living rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and city views. An upgraded suite has a kitchenette and a grand piano. On-site offerings include a fine-dining restaurant and lounge, where the hotel's famous Sunday brunch is served underneath an 80000-pane ...
  •   The St. Regis San Francisco
    125 3rd St  San Francisco

    This graceful hotel in the SoMa District offers personalized service, luxury amenities, and elegant accommodations. Hotel guests are located near area attractions, including Moscone Center, Oracle Park, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Revealing views of downtown San Francisco, each of the 260 refined rooms and suites feature indulgent beds, ample bathrooms with soaking tubs and rainforest showers, large workstations, and Wi-Fi. Exquisite suit ...
  •   Fairmont San Jose
    170 South Market Street  San Jose

    This luxury hotel offers 731 beautifully appointed guest rooms and 74 suites, and being set in the high-tech Silicon Valley, they are fully equipped for the business traveler. Vacationers can enjoy the historic grandeur of the inn and its close proximity to several recreational activities. Some of the features include several dining options, a lounge, pool and spa, and many in room amenities. Dogs of all sizes are allowed. There is a $25 per pet per night pet fee. Dogs may not be left alone in t ...
  •   Pismo Lighthouse Suites
    2411 Price St  Pismo Beach

    Located just off of Highway 101, this all-suite hotel offers nautical-themed suites that feature private balconies or patios and soaking tubs, plus wet bars, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with premium channels. They also include minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Family suites with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are also available. The hotel is located just a 4-minute walk from the Pismo Beach Pier and there is a fitness room, oceanfront heated pool, and large family game area on-site. 2 d ...
  •   SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
    2241 Price St  Pismo Beach

    This hotel sits atop a 5-acre seaside bluff and offers bright, retro rooms and suites with patterned walls and wicker accent pieces. These rooms feature flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and patios or balconies (some with ocean or coastline views), plus minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Suites offer Wii gaming consoles. Delicious complimentary anemities include continental breakfast, and all-day coffee, cocoa and cookies. There is also a heated oceanfront pool and 3 hot tubs, terraces with u ...
  •   The Cliffs Hotel and Spa
    2757 Shell Beach Rd  Pismo Beach

    Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this modern resort is just off the 101 freeway and 1.4 miles from Avila Hot Springs. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and iPod docks, plus marble baths. Some have balconies with coastal views. Individually decorated suites offer whirlpool baths or soaking tubs. Other amenities include a heated oceanfront pool, a hot tub and a spa for a fee. Other perks include an ocean-view restaurant and bar serving California-inspired cuisine, seasonal kids' programs, an ...
  •   Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
    1260 Channel Dr  Santa Barbara

    This Spanish style luxury destination sits on 22 acres of lush gardens, just 4 miles from downtown Santa Barbara. Rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi and 65-inch flat-screen TVs. Premium rooms add pull-out sofas. Suites feature separate living rooms and dining areas, as well as access to a beach club. Restaurants serve Italian and American cuisine, and there is a poolside cafe & bar as well as an indoor lounge. Amenities also include two outdoor pools, a spa, and a gym. Up to two dogs weighing up ...

***If your dog is over 75-80 pounds, please check with the individual establishment as some pet policies will differ.

 
 

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