HOSHINOYA Karuizawa
Karuizawa, Japan · Star Hotel
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa Dog Friendly Review
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa is not certified. Assessed against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, it missed one of our minimum requirements: it does not welcome dogs in its bar, lounge, restaurant or terrace. That caps the rank at F.
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa offers a genuinely thoughtful start for dog owners, with a dedicated dog space set aside for canine guests and a proper dog bed provided in the room. Real food and water bowls are supplied rather than disposable ones, and staff offer guidance on nearby walking routes, making the most of the green spaces and parks in the surrounding area, with poop bags also provided. The hotel runs dog friendly activities and events, and its approach to dogs has drawn media coverage. Its pet policy is published openly, there is no weight or size limit on dogs allowed to stay, and no damage deposit is required, while up to two dogs are permitted per room.
The main restriction to be aware of is that only some rooms at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa are dog friendly, so choice is limited rather than hotel-wide. Dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace or lounge, which confines sociable time with your dog largely to the room and dedicated dog space. There is no garden for dogs to use, and no dog wash or shower area for cleaning up after walks. Dogs may not be left alone in the room, which limits flexibility for owners wanting to dine or explore without their dog. There is also no dog-walking or dog-sitting service on offer, so owners need to manage exercise and supervision themselves.
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Is HOSHINOYA Karuizawa dog friendly?
No. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa allows dogs, but being allowed to bring a dog and being genuinely dog friendly are not the same thing. We assessed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard and it failed to meet even our minimum requirements, so it is not certified and holds our lowest rating. The review above explains where it falls short.
Is there a pet fee at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
Yes. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa charges a pet fee of 5,093円（税込）. 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 HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
No. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa has no weight limit, so dogs of any size can stay.
What amenities does my dog get at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa provides a dog bed and food and water bowls for your dog.
What is the pet policy at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
The pet policy at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa covers the essentials: a pet fee of 5,093円（税込） applies, up to 2 dogs per room and no weight limit. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa is not certified under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, so confirm the current pet policy with the hotel directly before you book.