Microtel Inn & Suites
Antigonish, Canada · 4 Star Hotel
Microtel Inn & Suites Dog Friendly Review
Microtel Inn & Suites in Antigonish holds a failing F Roch Rank, which is a shame given the genuine warmth it shows towards travelling dogs. You and your dog are welcomed into the restaurant and lounge together, so mealtimes need not mean leaving your companion behind, and there is a garden your dog can use for a proper stretch and sniff about. The surrounding area helps too, with green spaces and parks nearby and staff on hand to point you towards decent walking routes. Free treats are offered as a friendly touch, and cats are also accepted, so this is clearly a hotel that has thought about animal guests generally, even if the overall rating suggests other areas of the stay let it down.
Day to day, your stay is manageable but comes with a few conditions worth planning around. Not every room here takes dogs, so you will need to confirm you have booked one of the dog friendly rooms rather than assuming any will do. Your dog cannot exceed 100 lbs, and you may bring up to two dogs per room, which suits multi-dog households reasonably well. There is a nightly charge of $20 per night for bringing your dog, plus a $100 damage deposit that is refundable, meaning your outlay is returned assuming no damage occurs. Given that the fee's main tangible return is the free treats and garden access, it is a fair rather than generous arrangement, and you should budget for the deposit sitting on your card for the duration.
The clearest restriction to plan around is that your dog cannot be left alone in the room, so any outings without them need factoring into your itinerary, whether that means the on-site garden or the nearby green spaces for a joint walk instead. There is no dedicated dog space, no dog wash area, and none of the usual in-room extras like a bed, bowls or toys, so you will need to bring your own kit for a comfortable stay. Poop bags, grooming and dog-walking or sitting services are absent too, which means this suits an independent, self-sufficient owner rather than one hoping for full-service pampering. Overall, this hotel suits a dog owner with a manageable, well-behaved dog under the weight limit who does not mind handling the practicalities themselves; owners wanting dedicated facilities or staff support for their dog should look elsewhere.
This hotel welcomes cats, click to see more cat friendly hotels.
Roch Score: 8/77. 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 27 September 2026.
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Is Microtel Inn & Suites dog friendly?
Microtel Inn & Suites welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank F 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 Microtel Inn & Suites?
Yes. Microtel Inn & Suites charges a pet fee of $20 plus tax per night. A deposit of $100 damage deposit 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 Microtel Inn & Suites?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Microtel Inn & Suites, 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 Microtel Inn & Suites?
Yes. Dogs up to 100 lb are welcome at Microtel Inn & Suites. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Where are dogs allowed in Microtel Inn & Suites?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at Microtel Inn & Suites, including the 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 Microtel Inn & Suites?
Microtel Inn & Suites provides free treats 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 Microtel Inn & Suites too?
Yes. Microtel Inn & Suites 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 Microtel Inn & Suites pet-friendly?
Yes. Microtel Inn & Suites welcomes both dogs and cats, so the whole household can travel together. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank F rating.
Are pets allowed at Microtel Inn & Suites?
Yes. Microtel Inn & Suites allows dogs and cats to stay. Dogs up to 100 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 Microtel Inn & Suites?
The pet policy at Microtel Inn & Suites covers the essentials: a pet fee of $20 plus tax per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, a weight limit of 100 lb and dogs welcome in the restaurant, lounge and garden. A deposit of $100 damage deposit may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.