Hope Street Hotel
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
No Weight LimitHope Street Hotel Dog Friendly Review
Hope Street Hotel holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for owners weighing up a Liverpool stay with a dog in tow, that rating reflects a place that gets the fundamentals right without pretending to be something it isn't. Most of the rooms here are dog friendly, so you're unlikely to be squeezed into a single token space, and there's no weight or size limit, which means your dog's build is never a barrier to booking. Dogs are welcome in the bar, the restaurant and the lounge, so your companion can settle in beside you rather than being confined upstairs, and cat guests are also accepted, suggesting a genuinely relaxed attitude to animals throughout. With green spaces and parks nearby, you'll have somewhere proper to stretch your dog's legs after the journey, and the hotel's willingness to share its pet policy before you book means you can plan the stay with confidence rather than guesswork.
Day to day, the practical touches are decent without being lavish. Real food and water bowls are provided in the room, and free treats are offered, both small gestures that make the arrival feel considered rather than tacked on. Staff also offer guidance on local walking routes, useful if you don't know Liverpool well and want somewhere reliable to take your dog before breakfast. The dog fee runs to £15 for the first night and £10 for each night after, capped at £50, which is reasonable for a multi-night stay given the bowls, treats and access to communal areas, though it's worth budgeting for from the outset. A refundable damage deposit is also charged, and while the hotel didn't confirm the amount to us, it's sensible to ask before you arrive so there are no surprises at check-out. Do note that your dog may not be left alone in the room, so plan your days around that.
The restrictions here are worth weighing carefully. Leaving your dog unattended in the room isn't permitted, which rules out slipping out for a long dinner without company, though the fact that dogs are welcome in the restaurant and bar softens that blow considerably since you can simply bring them along. There's no dedicated dog space, no garden or terrace access for dogs, no dog wash area, no dog bed, no poop bags supplied, no grooming, no dog-walking or dog-sitting service, and no emergency vet number on hand, so you'll need to come prepared and stay self-sufficient for the practicalities. There's also no confirmation of an unspecified damage deposit amount, which means budgeting a little extra caution into your trip. This suits an organised owner with a well-behaved, sociable dog who doesn't mind being kept close throughout the stay; owners hoping for a full suite of dedicated dog amenities or hands-off support services should look elsewhere.
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Roch Score: 21/77. 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 22 August 2026.
Hope Street Hotel With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is Hope Street Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. Hope Street Hotel meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank C 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 Hope Street Hotel?
Yes. Hope Street Hotel charges a pet fee of £15 for the first night, £10 for the remaining nights capped at £50. A deposit of £50 per night capped at £150 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 Hope Street Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Hope Street Hotel, 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 Hope Street Hotel?
No. Hope Street Hotel 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 Hope Street Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Hope Street Hotel, including the bar, restaurant 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 Hope Street Hotel?
Hope Street Hotel provides 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.
Are cats welcome at Hope Street Hotel too?
Yes. Hope Street Hotel 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 Hope Street Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes. Hope Street Hotel 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 C rating.
Are pets allowed at Hope Street Hotel?
Yes. Hope Street Hotel 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 is the pet policy at Hope Street Hotel?
The pet policy at Hope Street Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant and lounge. The fee is £15 for the first night, £10 for the remaining nights capped at £50. A deposit of £50 per night capped at £150 may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.