Pet-Friendly Hotels in Los Angeles: Where to Stay with Your Dog in LA
Los Angeles is one of America's most dog-obsessed cities, with some of the best pet-friendly hotels in the country and world-class dog hiking on your doorstep.
Los Angeles takes its dogs seriously. From Runyon Canyon's celebrity-spotting dog hike to Malibu's dog beaches, LA has built an entire culture around its canine residents. The city's hotels reflect this, with some of the most genuinely pet-welcoming properties in the US.
West Hollywood & Hollywood Hills
The Kimpton La Peer Hotel, West Hollywood
Kimpton's West Hollywood property is perfectly positioned for dog owners. Runyon Canyon, one of LA's most famous off-leash hikes, is 10 minutes away, and the hotel's no-fee, no-size-restriction policy makes it genuinely accessible for large breeds. The WeHo neighbourhood is walkable and dog-friendly.
The LINE LA, Koreatown
A design-forward hotel with a relaxed attitude to pets. Close to Griffith Park, with 4,000 acres of hiking trails and Hollywood Sign views. The hotel's rooftop pool and restaurant have a cool, creative atmosphere that suits the neighbourhood.
Santa Monica & Malibu
Shutters on the Beach, Santa Monica
Santa Monica's most iconic beachfront hotel welcomes dogs in its relaxed, East Coast beach house atmosphere. The adjacent Santa Monica State Beach has limited dog access (early morning), and the city's parks and Ocean Front Walk are excellent for leads-on exercise.
Malibu Beach Inn
A boutique oceanfront hotel in Carbon Beach, Malibu's most exclusive stretch. Dogs are welcome in select rooms, and the surrounding Malibu coastline has some of California's best dog beach access, including Leo Carrillo State Beach to the north.
Downtown & Silver Lake
Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles
The Ace's rooftop pool and creative community atmosphere extend to a pet-friendly policy in select rooms. The Downtown Arts District's expanding park network and the LA River Greenway provide walking options close to the hotel.
LA's summer heat (June to September) can be intense even for dogs accustomed to warm climates. Avoid asphalt surfaces during peak afternoon heat and stick to grass, shade, or visit the beach in the early morning.
- Most LA hotels charge a pet fee of $50–150 per stay — confirm before booking
- Runyon Canyon off-leash hours: the upper trails are off-leash, lower entrance requires leads
- LA County beaches generally prohibit dogs during peak hours — check each beach's specific rules
- The Griffith Park dog park near the Barham entrance is free and excellent for off-leash exercise
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