Fairmont Empress
Victoria, Canada · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs Stay Free
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitFairmont Empress Dog Friendly Review
The Fairmont Empress welcomes dogs and does it with real warmth, which is why it earns a Rank B under our standard. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, there is no weight or size limit, and best of all your dog stays completely free, with no nightly fee and no deposit to find at check-in. Up to two dogs are welcome in a room.
The setting helps. This is Victoria on the harbour, with green spaces and walking close by, and dogs are welcome out on the hotel's terrace and in the garden. Inside, the essentials are properly covered, a dog bed, real food and water bowls, and a treat on arrival, so you can travel light and still have your dog looked after. As is standard across Canadian hotels, dogs cannot join you in the indoor bar, lounge or restaurant, which local health rules keep off limits.
Where the Empress stops short of the very top ranks is the extras. There is no in-house dog walking or sitting, no grooming, and no emergency vet number kept at the desk, so a little of that you will arrange yourself. But for a grand harbour hotel that charges nothing for your dog, welcomes any size, and gets the basics right, it is a genuinely easy place to bring one.
Roch Score: 27/77. 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 5 August 2026.
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Is Fairmont Empress dog friendly?
Fairmont Empress 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 Fairmont Empress?
No. Fairmont Empress does not charge a pet fee. A deposit of $100.00 per day may also apply. Your dog stays with you at no extra cost, which is still rarer than it should be across the hospitality industry.
How many dogs can stay per room at Fairmont Empress?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Fairmont Empress, 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 Fairmont Empress?
No. Fairmont Empress 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 Fairmont Empress?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Fairmont Empress, 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 Fairmont Empress?
Fairmont Empress provides a dog bed, food and water bowls and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is Fairmont Empress pet-friendly?
Fairmont Empress 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 Fairmont Empress?
Yes. Fairmont Empress 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 Fairmont Empress hold?
Fairmont Empress 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 Fairmont Empress?
The pet policy at Fairmont Empress covers the essentials: dogs stay free with no pet fee, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace and garden. A deposit of $100.00 per day may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.