Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
Riga, Latvia · 5 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
Dog Walking
Dog Food
No Weight LimitGrand Hotel Kempinski Riga Dog Friendly Review
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga holds an excellent A Roch Rank, and it is easy to see why. Dogs are welcome across every room and suite category, with no restriction to designated floors or specific rooms, and the hotel warmly welcomes four-legged guests of all shapes and sizes with no weight or size limit. Well-behaved dogs are invited to join you for meals and drinks across all of the hotel's restaurants, bars, lounge, terrace and patio areas, which is an unusually generous level of access. A beautiful park sits right across the street from the hotel, and the team specifically recommends Bastejkalna Park for its lovely scenic paths, giving you an immediate, convenient spot for morning strolls.
In the room your dog will be provided with a dog bed and food and water bowls, so the essentials are covered from the moment you arrive. The Front Office team will be delighted to accompany your dog on a walk, and the hotel can schedule an appointment with a local grooming salon if your dog needs tidying up. In an emergency, the concierge will coordinate an appointment with a trusted local veterinary clinic. You may leave your dog in the room if you need to step out. There is no damage deposit and up to two dogs may stay per room. The fee is 55 EUR per pet, per night, which is steep for a nightly charge, though it sits within a stay that offers genuinely wide access and attentive services.
There is no garden on the property, so every outing begins on the street, and there is no dedicated dog space or dog wash area at the hotel. The hotel does not provide poop bags, free treats or dog toys, so bring your own supply. There are no recorded restrictions, which is refreshing. This stay suits owners of any size of dog who want a centrally located luxury hotel where their companion is treated as a genuine guest rather than a tolerated extra, particularly those who value being able to dine together across multiple venues. If you need an on-site garden or outdoor space for your dog, or if the nightly fee per dog does not fit your budget, you should look elsewhere.
This hotel welcomes cats, click to see more cat friendly hotels.
Roch Score: 43/77. 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 30 October 2026.
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Is Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga dog friendly?
Yes. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank A rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
Yes. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga charges a pet fee of 55 EUR per pet, per night. 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
No. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga. 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, including the bar, restaurant, terrace and lounge. 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, dog food for sale and a dog walking service for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Are cats welcome at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga too?
Yes. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga pet-friendly?
Yes. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank A rating.
Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
Yes. Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga hold?
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga holds a Rank A rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements 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 Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga?
The pet policy at Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga covers the essentials: a pet fee of 55 EUR per pet, per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace and lounge. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.