Ace Hotel
Sydney, Australia · 4 Star Hotel
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Ace Hotel (Sydney) holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, a respectable showing for a place that clearly wants dogs to feel like part of the furniture rather than an afterthought. The bar, the restaurant, the terrace and patio, and the lounge are all open to your dog, so you are never left choosing between a meal out and a night in with the lead looped over a chair leg. A dedicated dog space gives your companion somewhere to settle that is not just a corner of your room, and with green spaces and parks nearby you have somewhere proper to stretch legs after a day of travel. Most rooms are dog friendly too, which means the odds of ending up in a poky exception are low, and the overall impression is of a hotel that has genuinely thought through what a dog owner needs rather than bolting on a token allowance.
Day to day, the practicalities are handled with more care than many city hotels manage. Your room comes with a proper dog bed and real food and water bowls rather than makeshift substitutes, and if you have forgotten supplies there is dog food for sale along with free treats to keep your dog content between walks. Staff offer guidance on walking routes, which is a small thing that saves real hassle in an unfamiliar city, and poop bags are provided so you are not caught short on the pavement. There is no in-house dog-sitting service, though the hotel can connect you with a trusted outside one, and bear in mind your dog may not be left alone in the room itself. All of this comes at a cost: a $120 pet fee is charged, alongside a refundable damage deposit, so budget for both before you book.
Set against those perks, the $120 fee is fair rather than a bargain, given the bed, bowls and treats it effectively underwrites, though the added refundable deposit means your upfront outlay is higher than the headline figure suggests. A weight or size limit applies, so larger breeds may find themselves turned away regardless of temperament, and the rule against leaving your dog alone in the room means solo sightseeing trips need planning rather than being assumed. There is no garden for dogs to use, no dog wash or shower area, no dog-walking service, no grooming and no toys provided, and staff are not specifically trained for canine guests, so this is a comfortable base rather than a full canine spa. Two dogs per room is the cap, which suits most households well. This stay suits an owner with a smaller, sociable dog who wants café culture and communal spaces rather than a big breed needing outdoor freedom or hands-off pampering.
Roch Score: 29/77. This hotel does not meet the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 16 September 2026.
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Is Ace Hotel dog friendly?
Ace Hotel welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a pet fee at Ace Hotel?
Yes. Ace Hotel charges a pet fee of $120 pet fee. A deposit of $100 per night, but this is capped at a maximum of $500 for the duration of your stay may also apply. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at Ace Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Ace Hotel, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Ace Hotel?
No. Ace Hotel has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Where are dogs allowed in Ace Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Ace Hotel, including the bar, restaurant, terrace and lounge. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at Ace Hotel?
Ace Hotel provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats and dog food for sale for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is Ace Hotel pet-friendly?
Ace Hotel welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at Ace Hotel?
Yes. Ace Hotel allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What Roch Dog rank does Ace Hotel hold?
Ace Hotel holds a Rank C rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at Ace Hotel?
The pet policy at Ace Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of $120 pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace and lounge. A deposit of $100 per night, but this is capped at a maximum of $500 for the duration of your stay may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.