Hotel Saint Cecilia
Austin, United States of America · 5 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitHotel Saint Cecilia Dog Friendly Review
Hotel Saint Cecilia holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for dog owners it brings genuine strengths. Dogs are welcome everywhere on the property except at the pool, including the bar, restaurant, terrace, lounge and garden, so your dog is never shut out of the social spaces of your stay. There is no weight or size limit, so all breeds and sizes are welcome. The hotel has been recognised on Zoe Report's 2026 Readers' Choice list of best dog friendly hotels, a nod to how seriously it takes this side of hospitality.
In the room you will find a dog bed, two bowls and a dog ball provided for your pet, with a treat included alongside the bed and ball, and waste bags offered for walks if needed. The hotel recommends Town Lake as a walking route, noting it overlooks downtown and is well maintained, and describes plenty of greenery on property plus a pleasant neighbourhood for a stroll. Staff can help identify a commercial groomer, though grooming takes place off property. You may leave your dog alone in the room for a few hours while you explore Austin. The dog fee is $25 per night, per pet, and there is no damage deposit required at booking. As a smaller property of just 20 suites, all rooms are dog friendly, so you may choose whichever you like.
There are no stated restrictions here, but there are notable absences: the hotel does not provide a dedicated dog space, a dog wash or shower area, dog food for sale, or a dog-walking service, and it cannot arrange a third-party sitter. There are no dog friendly activities or events, and no stated support for a dog charity. This suits an owner with a well behaved dog of any size who wants to bring their dog into the heart of the hotel's shared spaces and explore Austin independently, rather than one seeking organised dog programming or on-site grooming and walking services. Owners wanting a fuller slate of dog services and amenities should look elsewhere, but for a comfortable, inclusive base with thoughtful extras, this is a solid choice.
Roch Score: 45/77. 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 3 November 2026.
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Is Hotel Saint Cecilia dog friendly?
Hotel Saint Cecilia 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia?
Yes. Hotel Saint Cecilia charges a pet fee of $25 per night, per pet. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Hotel Saint Cecilia?
No. Hotel Saint Cecilia 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Hotel Saint Cecilia. 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Hotel Saint Cecilia, including the bar, restaurant, terrace, lounge 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia?
Hotel Saint Cecilia 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia pet-friendly?
Hotel Saint Cecilia 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia?
Yes. Hotel Saint Cecilia 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia hold?
Hotel Saint Cecilia 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 Hotel Saint Cecilia?
The pet policy at Hotel Saint Cecilia covers the essentials: a pet fee of $25 per night, per pet applies, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace, lounge and garden. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.