ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)
Agatsuma District, Japan · Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) Dog Friendly Review
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for dogs it has some genuinely appealing strengths. The dog friendly cottages come with their own dedicated dog run inside a fenced area, and guests can also make use of a garden around the cottages, kept on a lead, as well as the terrace. There is a dog wash and shower area for both the dog hotel and the dog friendly cottages, and staff mention that the surrounding area of Kita-Karuizawa is rich in nature, making for enjoyable walks even though there is no dedicated park nearby, with a grassy area used as a ski slope in winter available for walking too.
Day to day, the hotel provides real food and water bowls in the room, and will supply poop bags on request during your stay. Dogs can be left alone in the room for short periods, such as while you eat, and a shared frisbee is available for play, used by other guests too. There is no weight or breed restriction, so dogs of any size can stay, with up to two dogs per room. A booking deposit is required, but there is no separate damage deposit for dogs. Some staff have received training in handling canine guests, and the hotel's pet policy is shared with guests before they book.
The main restriction is that only the dog friendly cottages allow dogs to stay in the room with you; in all other rooms, your dog must be boarded in the dog hotel rather than accompanying you. The hotel does not provide a dog bed, dog food for sale, or free treats, and dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant or lounge. There is also no dog-walking service, grooming arrangement or sitter service on offer. This makes the resort best suited to owners booking specifically into a dog friendly cottage who want a private outdoor space and nearby walking country for their dog; those hoping to keep their dog with them in a standard room, or wanting on-site extras like grooming or dog-specific dining, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 30/77. 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 31 October 2026.
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Is ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) dog friendly?
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) 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.
How many dogs can stay per room at ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa), 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 ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
No. ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) 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.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa). We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa), including the terrace and garden. 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 ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) provides food and water bowls for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) pet-friendly?
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) 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 ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
Yes. ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) 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 ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) hold?
ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) 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 ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa)?
The pet policy at ANA Holiday Inn Resort Karuizawa (formerly President Resort Karuizawa) covers the essentials: up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace and garden. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.