InterContinental San Diego
San Diego, California, United States · 4 Star Hotel
InterContinental San Diego Dog Friendly Review
InterContinental San Diego holds a disappointing D Roch Rank, which is a shame given some genuinely useful basics for dog owners. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio areas, and the hotel has a grassy area directly in front of the property that many guests use for quick walks and relief breaks. There are also several parks and green spaces within walking distance for longer walks and proper exercise, and almost all guest rooms can accommodate dogs with no weight or size restrictions at all, so larger breeds are just as welcome as small ones.
Day to day, the hotel provides a dog bed along with food and water bowls, so there is no need to pack your own unless you prefer to, and poop bags are supplied too. The pet policy is shared with you before you arrive, so there are no surprises at check in beyond signing it on the day. There is a $150 pet fee per stay, and reassuringly no separate damage deposit is required, which keeps the upfront cost of the stay predictable. Dogs may use the patio areas, the grassy strip out front and the nearby parks, giving a reasonable spread of outdoor options.
The clearest restriction is that dogs may not be left unattended in the guest room at any time, which rules out leaving your dog behind while you head out for dinner or sightseeing. There is no garden for dogs to use, no dog wash area, and the hotel does not arrange dog walking, sitting or grooming, nor does it offer dog toys, treats or organised dog friendly activities. This is a solid choice for an owner with one well behaved dog who is happy to keep them close at all times and stick to patio dining and local parks, but anyone needing to leave their dog alone in the room, or wanting on-site extras like a dog wash or grooming, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 19/77. 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 8 October 2026.
InterContinental San Diego With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is InterContinental San Diego dog friendly?
Yes. InterContinental San Diego meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank D 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 InterContinental San Diego?
Yes. InterContinental San Diego charges a pet fee of $150 pet fee per stay. 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 San Diego?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at InterContinental San Diego. 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 InterContinental San Diego?
No. InterContinental San Diego 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.
Where are dogs allowed in InterContinental San Diego?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at InterContinental San Diego. 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 San Diego?
InterContinental San Diego 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 InterContinental San Diego pet-friendly?
InterContinental San Diego 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 D rating.
Are pets allowed at InterContinental San Diego?
Yes. InterContinental San Diego 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 InterContinental San Diego hold?
InterContinental San Diego holds a Rank D rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements 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 San Diego?
The pet policy at InterContinental San Diego covers the essentials: a pet fee of $150 pet fee per stay applies, up to 1 dog per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.