DoubleTree London Elstree
Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Onsite Garden
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DoubleTree London Elstree holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, which feels about right once you weigh up what it offers against what it lacks for a travelling dog owner. The hotel makes a reasonable first impression on the dog friendly front, with dogs welcome in the lounge so you are not confined to your room for company, and a garden your dog may use to stretch their legs before settling in. Nearby green spaces and parks add further scope for proper walks beyond the grounds, which matters when you are away from home and want your dog to keep to something like a normal routine. The hotel also shares its pet policy before you book, so you can check the essentials in advance rather than being caught out on arrival.
Once you are checked in, the practical side is handled with a bit more thought than many places manage. Your dog gets a proper bed to sleep in along with real food and water bowls rather than makeshift substitutes, and there is dog food for sale on site plus free treats, which takes the edge off forgetting your dog's own supplies. An emergency vet number is kept on hand too, a small but reassuring detail if anything goes wrong during your stay. You will pay a dog fee of £35 for the stay, and a refundable damage deposit of £50 is also charged, returnable assuming there is no damage, so budget for both when weighing up value. Your dog can be left alone in the room if needed, which gives you some flexibility for dinner or errands without arranging cover elsewhere.
The restrictions are worth knowing before you commit. Only some rooms are dog friendly, not all, so you will need to confirm the right room type at booking rather than assuming any will do. A weight limit of 99 lbs applies, which rules out the largest breeds, and you are limited to two dogs per room. There is no access to the bar, restaurant or terrace with your dog, no dedicated dog space or wash area, and no poop bags, dog walking or sitting service, grooming, toys or staff specifically trained for canine guests, so you will need to bring your own kit and manage exercise and cleanup yourself. This suits an owner with a single medium sized, well behaved dog who is happy to self manage walks and supplies; those with a giant breed, multiple dogs, or a need for on site grooming or dog sitting should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 22/77. Meets 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 DoubleTree London Elstree dog friendly?
Yes. DoubleTree London Elstree meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank C rating. That is earned against a detailed independent assessment, so the welcome is verified rather than assumed.
Is there a pet fee at DoubleTree London Elstree?
Yes. DoubleTree London Elstree charges a pet fee of £35. A deposit of £50 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 DoubleTree London Elstree?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at DoubleTree London Elstree, 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 DoubleTree London Elstree?
Yes. Dogs up to 99 lb are welcome at DoubleTree London Elstree. 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 DoubleTree London Elstree?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at DoubleTree London Elstree. 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 DoubleTree London Elstree?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at DoubleTree London Elstree, 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.
What amenities does my dog get at DoubleTree London Elstree?
DoubleTree London Elstree 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 DoubleTree London Elstree pet-friendly?
DoubleTree London Elstree 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. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at DoubleTree London Elstree?
Yes. DoubleTree London Elstree allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 99 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 DoubleTree London Elstree?
The pet policy at DoubleTree London Elstree covers the essentials: a pet fee of £35 applies, up to 2 dogs per room, a weight limit of 99 lb and dogs welcome in the lounge and garden. A deposit of £50 may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.