Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite GardenHyatt Centric Cambridge Dog Friendly Review
Hyatt Centric Cambridge holds a respectable B Roch Rank, and for dog owners visiting the city it earns that standing through a genuinely welcoming approach rather than empty gestures. This is a hotel that lets your dog into the bar, the restaurant and the lounge, so you are never left choosing between socialising and leaving your dog behind in the room. There is a garden your dog may use and a dedicated dog space set aside within the hotel, both useful touches for breaking up a day of sightseeing, and the nearby green spaces and parks give you somewhere proper to stretch your dog's legs. The hotel also shares its pet policy with you before you book, which means there are no unpleasant surprises on arrival, a small but telling sign of an operation that has thought this through.
Once you are settled in, the practical details continue to work in your favour. Most rooms are dog friendly, and your room will come with a proper dog bed plus real food and water bowls rather than makeshift substitutes, so your dog can settle in with some genuine comfort. Staff can offer guidance on local walking routes, handy if you do not know Cambridge well. Dogs may be left alone in the room, which gives you the freedom to nip out for dinner or an evening in the bar without your dog in tow. There is a £30 dog fee, which is reasonable against the bed, bowls and access you get in return, though you should also budget for a £200 refundable damage deposit, charged separately and returned assuming your room comes through unscathed. Only one dog per room is permitted, so this is not the place for owners travelling with a pack.
The restrictions worth knowing about are a weight or size limit of 22 lbs, which rules this hotel out for owners with larger breeds, and the £200 damage deposit itself, which, while refundable, is still money tied up for the duration of your stay. There is no terrace or patio access for dogs, no dog wash or shower area, and no food, treats, toys or poop bags supplied, so you will need to arrive prepared with your own supplies. There is no dog-walking or dog-sitting service, no grooming, and no staff specifically trained for canine guests, nor any emergency vet number on hand, so this suits an owner who is confident managing independently rather than one wanting hand-holding. Cats are not accommodated. On balance, this hotel suits the owner of a small, well-behaved dog who wants sociable indoor access and comfortable basics, but owners of larger dogs or those wanting a fuller suite of pet services should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 32/77. 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 16 September 2026.
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Is Hyatt Centric Cambridge dog friendly?
Yes. Hyatt Centric Cambridge meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Yes. Hyatt Centric Cambridge charges a pet fee of £30. A deposit of £200 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at Hyatt Centric Cambridge. If you are travelling with more than one dog, speak to the hotel directly before you book so they can advise on the best way to accommodate you.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Yes. Dogs up to 22 lb are welcome at Hyatt Centric Cambridge. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Hyatt Centric Cambridge. 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Hyatt Centric Cambridge, including the bar, restaurant, 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Hyatt Centric Cambridge 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge pet-friendly?
Hyatt Centric Cambridge 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
Yes. Hyatt Centric Cambridge allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 22 lb are accepted. 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 Hyatt Centric Cambridge?
The pet policy at Hyatt Centric Cambridge covers the essentials: a pet fee of £30 applies, up to 1 dog per room, a weight limit of 22 lb and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, lounge and garden. A deposit of £200 may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.