Andell Inn
Kiawah Island, South Carolina, United States of America · 4 Star Hotel
Andell Inn Dog Friendly Review
Andell Inn holds a failing F Roch Rank, and unfortunately that low mark reflects a stay that offers very little beyond the basics for a travelling dog owner. There is no restaurant welcome, no bar or lounge access, and no terrace or patio use extended to dogs, so this is very much a hotel where your dog's world begins and ends at your bedroom door. What does count in its favour is that you are permitted to leave your dog alone in the room, which gives you the freedom to step out for meals or errands without arranging cover, and there is no damage deposit hanging over your visit, which takes some of the financial anxiety out of bringing a dog along in the first place.
Day to day, the practicalities are thin. You will not find a dog bed, food or water bowls, or dog food available to buy, so you will need to bring all of that yourself, and there are no free treats waiting at check-in to soften the arrival. There is no poop bag provision, no dog-walking or dog-sitting service, and no grooming or dog wash area, so anything beyond the room itself is entirely down to you. The $150 pet fee is a considerable outlay given how little it actually secures, since it does not buy any dedicated dog space, any staff training for canine guests, or any of the small comforts other hotels bundle in. Being able to leave your dog unattended and avoiding a deposit are the only real conveniences baked into the stay.
The restrictions further narrow who this hotel suits. Only some rooms are designated dog friendly, so you will need to confirm availability rather than assume any room will do, and a 30 lbs weight limit rules out larger breeds outright, with just one dog permitted per room regardless of size. There are no green spaces or parks flagged nearby, no guidance on walking routes, and no emergency vet number provided, which leaves you to sort out exercise and any incident entirely on your own initiative. This stay could work for an owner with a single small, calm dog under the weight limit who mainly wants a room to sleep in and is happy to self-cater every other need. Anyone hoping for shared spaces, on-site amenities, or a dog friendly atmosphere beyond the bedroom should look elsewhere.”
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 21 September 2026.
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Is Andell Inn dog friendly?
Andell Inn welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank F 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 Andell Inn?
Yes. Andell Inn charges a pet fee of $150 pet fee. 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 Andell Inn?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at Andell Inn. If you are travelling with more than one dog, speak to the hotel directly before you book so they can advise on the best way to accommodate you.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Andell Inn?
Yes. Dogs up to 30 lb are welcome at Andell Inn. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at Andell Inn?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Andell Inn. 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.
Is Andell Inn pet-friendly?
Andell Inn 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 F rating.
Are pets allowed at Andell Inn?
Yes. Andell Inn allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 30 lb are accepted. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at Andell Inn?
The pet policy at Andell Inn covers the essentials: a pet fee of $150 pet fee applies, up to 1 dog per room and a weight limit of 30 lb. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.