HOSHINOYA Karuizawa
Karuizawa, Japan · Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
No Weight LimitHOSHINOYA Karuizawa Dog Friendly Review
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa holds a respectable B Roch Rank, a genuinely dog friendly retreat set in the forests of Karuizawa. The welcome extends well beyond the room, because your dog is allowed to join you in the restaurant, the bar and the lounge, so sociable time together is the norm here rather than a favour granted. There is no weight or size limit at all, which means a large dog is as welcome as a small one, and up to two dogs may share a room. For a mountain hotel of this calibre, that openness to dogs in its shared spaces is what lifts it above a merely tolerated welcome.
The in-room comforts are thoughtfully done, with a proper dog bed and real food and water bowls provided rather than flimsy disposables, and poop bags supplied for your walks. Staff will point you to the walking routes nearby, and the wider setting is the real draw, with green spaces and forest close at hand to walk your dog through. There is a fee of 5,093 yen per night, and no damage deposit to find at check-in, so the cost is clear and nothing is held against your card for the stay. The hotel sets out its pet policy openly before you book, and its approach to dogs has drawn media coverage, so you arrive knowing what to expect.
There are real gaps to weigh, though. Only some rooms are dog friendly rather than the whole hotel, so book early and confirm you have secured one. There is no enclosed garden and no dedicated dog space or dog run, no dog wash for muddy paws, and no treats or dog food for sale on site, so you should arrive with your own supplies. The hotel runs no dog-specific activities or events, and there is no dog-walking or dog-sitting service, so exercise and supervision fall to you. None of that undoes a warm, open welcome in a beautiful setting: this suits an active owner and a well-mannered dog of any size who will happily walk the forest trails together, rather than anyone wanting on-site dog services laid on.
Roch Score: 26/77. 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 2 August 2026.
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Is HOSHINOYA Karuizawa dog friendly?
Yes. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B rating. That is earned against a detailed independent assessment, so the welcome is verified rather than assumed.
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, 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 HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
No. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa 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 HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa. 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 HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa, 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 HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa provides a dog bed and food and water bowls for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is HOSHINOYA Karuizawa pet-friendly?
HOSHINOYA Karuizawa 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 B rating.
Are pets allowed at HOSHINOYA Karuizawa?
Yes. HOSHINOYA Karuizawa 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 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, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant and lounge. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.