The Dolder Grand, Best Dog Friendly Hotel in Switzerland 2026

2026 Canine Hospitality Award Winner

Best Dog Friendly Hotel in Switzerland

Zurich · Switzerland · 5 Star

Above Zurich in its own woodland, The Dolder Grand is the top dog friendly hotel in Switzerland, where every bar and restaurant is open to your dog.

Why It Won

A Dog Walking Paradise Above Zurich

An A-ranked landmark set in its own woodland above Zurich, The Dolder Grand welcomes your dog into every one of its bars and restaurants, with only the spa off limits. There is no weight limit, a dog bed, bowl and treats wait on arrival, and the surrounding forest is a genuine dog walking paradise, with routes like the Zollikerberg to Burgwies path on the doorstep. The team can arrange walking and sitting, and the fee is a reasonable CHF 50 per night with no deposit.

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The Dolder Grand With Your Dog · Good To Know

Is The Dolder Grand dog friendly?

Yes, an A rank and the top dog friendly hotel in Switzerland. Dogs are welcome in every bar and restaurant.

Is there a pet fee at The Dolder Grand?

Yes, CHF 50 per night, with no deposit.

Is there a weight limit for dogs?

No, there is no weight limit, so dogs of any size are welcome.

Where are dogs allowed in the hotel?

In all of the hotel's bars and restaurants, on the terrace and in the lounge. The only place off limits is the spa.

What does my dog get on arrival?

A dog bed, bowl and treats, with dog food available to buy and dog walking or sitting on request.

Are there good walks nearby?

Yes, the hotel sits in its own woodland and the area is a dog walking paradise, with routes such as the Zollikerberg to Burgwies path close by.