InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas
Porto, Portugal · 5 Star Hotel
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Dog WalkingInterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas Dog Friendly Review
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for dog friendly stays. Your dog is welcome in all room categories, so you are free to choose the accommodation that best suits your preferences, and the hotel has a patio located outside the restaurant where you can enjoy a drink while your dog relaxes by your side. There is also an outdoor area where your dog would be welcome, and a few gardens and parks around the hotel where you can walk together. Cats are welcome too, should another member of the household be travelling along.
Each stay comes with a personalised pet kit that includes a dog bed, blanket, toy, and food and water containers, so your dog has his own things from the moment you arrive. The hotel can arrange a dog walking service, with a quote based on the times and days you need, and can also explore arrangements for someone to look after your dog for a few hours, or arrange a grooming appointment, subject to availability. You may leave your dog alone in the room if you inform reception and place the Do Not Disturb sign on. There is no damage deposit, though any damage caused will be charged to the guest's room account, and the dog fee is a reasonable 30€ a night for the extent of what is included.
The main restriction is size: the hotel allows a maximum of one small dog per room, up to 33 lbs, so larger breeds will not be able to stay. The hotel does not provide a dog wash area, dog food for sale, free treats or poop bags, and dogs are not allowed in the bar, restaurant or lounge, so meals and drinks indoors will mean leaving your dog behind. This makes the hotel a good fit for an owner travelling with a small, well settled dog who is happy to be walked in nearby gardens and parks and left briefly in the room when needed. Owners with larger dogs, or those wanting indoor dining together, should look elsewhere.
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Roch Score: 36/77. 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 6 November 2026.
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Is InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas dog friendly?
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
Yes. InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas charges a pet fee of 30€ a night. There is no additional deposit. 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
Up to 15 dogs are permitted per room at InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas, 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
Yes. Dogs up to 33 lb are welcome at InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas. 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas. 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas, including the terrace 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, a dog walking service and a dog sitting service 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas too?
Yes. InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas pet-friendly?
Yes. InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
Yes. InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas allows dogs and cats to stay. Dogs up to 33 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 Roch Dog rank does InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas hold?
InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas 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 InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas?
The pet policy at InterContinental Porto Palacio das Cardosas covers the essentials: a pet fee of 30€ a night applies, up to 15 dogs per room, a weight limit of 33 lb and dogs welcome in the terrace and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.