Sometimes it’s difficult to leave your pup at home, and some hotels say they’re pet friendly when what they really mean is they’re pet tolerant. These California hotels, however, really put the welcome mat out for well-behaved canine pals.
1 Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa, Sausalito
Sausalito’s Casa Madrona offers a Go Fetch Package that includes welcome treats, a cozy bed, fashion-forward leashes and collars, and upscale crates, if needed. Once there, you can hike the Marin Headlands or stroll the waterfront. If your dog acts up, just point out Alcatraz in the distance and explain just how good he’s got it. 801 Bridgeway, Sausalito
2 The Meritage Resort and Spa, Napa Valley
If vineyards are your jam, introduce your dog to luxury living at Napa’s Meritage Resort and Spa, where your canine companions will sleep on spa beds, be treated to a keepsake dog bowl and receive a pet amenity bag that includes wine bottle-shaped organic cookies, an assortment of peanut butter bone cookies and potty pick-up bags. They may never want to come home. 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa
3 Lodge at Tiburon, Tiburon
The Lodge is a three-story, 103-room California Craftsman-style hotel nestled at the tip of the Tiburon Peninsula, offering an upscale rustic experience for humans and pets alike. This area is known for its hiking trails, dog parks and waterfront walks. Choose the special Bayside Barker Pet Package for a 20-percent discount off the lowest rates, as well as a doggy bed, bowl, leash, collar and crate, if needed. 1651 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon
4 W Los Angeles, West Beverly Hills
As part of the W hotel’s “Pets Are Welcome” program, all pets receive a host of special gifts and access to services and supplies, such as leashes, toys, treats, litter boxes, wee pads, waste removal bags, a custom W Hotels pet bed with food and water bowls, a “pet in-room” door sign and turn-down service treats. The concierge will also arrange dog sitters and walkers, and offer recommendations for vets, dog parks and dog runs, specialty pet stores and grooming services — everything to make your pooch feel like a star. 930 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles
5 The Garland, North Hollywood
If it’s Hollywood history you are in search of, The Garland has it and plenty of perks for the pooch. As part of “Paws at The Garland,” pets can enjoy an array of scenic hiking trails with dog-friendly off-leash policies. Pets also are given a welcome dog toy, dog mat and bowl, along with bottled water for the duration of their stay. And if your pal gets lonely, the hotel has two pups in residence, Chester and Dexter. 4222 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood
6 Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, Rancho Santa Fe
Pets are considered part of the family at the Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, as evidenced by the special in-room Doggie Tapas menu with shepherd’s pie, chicken of the sea, Rin Tin Tin tartare, morning risers and barnyard chase. The hotel also features play spaces, pet-friendly shopping, grooming and pet sitting nearby. At check-in, pet guests receive a sampling of tasty doggie treats, “clean up after your doggy” bags and a plush bed, too. 5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe
7 Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego
The Manchester Grand Hyatt welcomes pets and gives their owners the inside scoop on San Diego’s pet hot spots, including Sally’s Fish House & Bar where the dog-friendly menu includes pupcakes with peanut butter spread, a frozen yogurt pawpsicle, rawhide bones and a surf & t-arf dish with salmon, grilled chicken and rice. Dogs and their owners can also enjoy San Diego’s craft beer scene at Your Best Buds Brew, which offers special dog-friendly craft beer. The hotel is within walking distance of Seaport Village and Balboa Park, or you can catch a ferry across the bay to Coronado Island and visit the dog beach. 1 Market Place, San Diego
8 Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach
The Paséa Hotel has its own French bulldog pet concierge, Lago, and amenities such as luxury pet beds, food and water bowls, pet clean-up bags and directions to Huntington Beach’s legendary canine-friendly dog beach park a short drive away. The resort’s neighbors at Pacific City and Top Dog Bakery offer full-service grooming, pet sitting, dog treats and clothing. 21080 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach
9 Paradise Point Resort & Spa, San Diego
Paradise Point Resort & Spa is on a 44-acre island with lawns to roam, paths to explore and sandy beaches for you and your dog to romp on. Paradise pups are welcomed with a fresh bowl of water and signature dog treats. And if you’re planning to play on the beach or take a kayak out on the water with Fido, the resort has dog life vests, too. 1404 Vacation Road, San Diego