Deerfoot Inn and Casino
Calgary, Canada · 4 Star Hotel
Deerfoot Inn and Casino Dog Friendly Review
Deerfoot Inn and Casino holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for dog friendliness, and it earns its place with some genuinely useful basics. Most rooms are dog friendly, with no size or weight limit, so this is a stay that suits large breeds as readily as small ones. There is a garden your dog may use, along with green spaces and parks nearby, and the hotel will offer guidance on walking routes so you are not left guessing where to take him. Dogs are welcome in the lounge, and cats are welcome to stay too, while the hotel is upfront about its pet policy before you book.
Day to day, the practicalities are kept simple rather than elaborate. There is no weight or size limit on the rooms themselves, and you are welcome to leave your dog in the room while you head out for dinner or similar. The dog fee is $35 per night, per pet, which is reasonable given the lack of restrictions elsewhere, and there is no damage deposit to budget for on top of that. Beyond the room and garden, your dog's world here is the lounge, the nearby green spaces and whatever route the hotel points you towards, so plan your days around those rather than expecting much else on site.
The drawbacks are mostly about what is missing rather than any stated restriction. The hotel does not provide a dog bed, bowls, toys or dog food, and there are no free treats, poop bags or dog-walking service to call on. Dogs are not allowed in the bar, the restaurant or on the terrace, there is no dedicated dog space or wash area, and the hotel does not arrange grooming or a sitter, nor does it keep an emergency vet number on hand. This suits an owner travelling with a self-sufficient dog who is happy with a garden, a lounge welcome and nearby walks, and who packs their own kit. Owners wanting a fuller dog friendly setup with extra services and amenities should look elsewhere.
This hotel welcomes cats, click to see more cat friendly hotels.
Roch Score: 21/77. 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 8 November 2026.
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Is Deerfoot Inn and Casino dog friendly?
Deerfoot Inn and Casino 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 Deerfoot Inn and Casino?
Yes. Deerfoot Inn and Casino charges a pet fee of $35 per night, per pet. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Deerfoot Inn and Casino?
No. Deerfoot Inn and Casino 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 Deerfoot Inn and Casino?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Deerfoot Inn and Casino. 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 Deerfoot Inn and Casino?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Deerfoot Inn and Casino, including the lounge and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Are cats welcome at Deerfoot Inn and Casino too?
Yes. Deerfoot Inn and Casino welcomes cats as well as dogs, so the whole household is catered for. The same certified standard that covers dogs has confirmed cats are genuinely welcome here, not simply tolerated.
Is Deerfoot Inn and Casino pet-friendly?
Yes. Deerfoot Inn and Casino welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at Deerfoot Inn and Casino?
Yes. Deerfoot Inn and Casino allows dogs and cats 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 Deerfoot Inn and Casino hold?
Deerfoot Inn and Casino 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 Deerfoot Inn and Casino?
The pet policy at Deerfoot Inn and Casino covers the essentials: a pet fee of $35 per night, per pet applies, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the lounge and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.