Port Palace Hotel
Monte Carlo, Monaco · 4 Star Hotel
Port Palace Hotel Dog Friendly Review
Port Palace Hotel holds a failing F Roch Rank, which sets a cautious tone before you even arrive with your dog. That said, there are some genuine points in its favour: the hotel shares its pet policy with you before you book, so you know what you are walking into rather than discovering restrictions on arrival, and most rooms here are dog friendly, giving you a reasonable choice of accommodation rather than a single token pet room tucked away somewhere awkward. Your dog is welcome to join you in the lounge, which offers at least one communal space where you needn't feel apologetic about their presence. Nearby green spaces and parks give you somewhere to take your dog for a stretch of the legs, and the presence of an emergency vet number on file offers a measure of reassurance should anything go wrong during your stay in Monte Carlo.
Day to day, the practicalities are workable but not lavish. Your dog may be left alone in the room, which suits owners who need to step out without their dog in tow, though this only applies where you're confident your dog settles without you nearby. The hotel charges €50 per night, per dog, which is a steep fee given how little tangible kit or service it appears to underwrite, so weigh this cost carefully against what you actually value about the stay. A refundable damage deposit is also charged, which will be returned assuming your dog leaves the room in good order, but it does add another upfront cost to budget for alongside the nightly fee. Only one dog per room is permitted, so travelling with a pair means separate bookings, and a weight or size limit applies, meaning larger breeds may not be accepted at all, so it's worth confirming your dog qualifies before you commit to booking.
The restrictions here are worth being clear-eyed about. There is no bar access, no restaurant access and no terrace or patio access for your dog, so mealtimes and outdoor lounging will need to happen without them or away from the hotel altogether. There is no garden, no dedicated dog space and no dog wash area, and the room comes without a dog bed, bowls or toys, so you'll need to bring your dog's essentials yourself. There is no dog-walking or dog-sitting service, no poop bags provided, no grooming and no staff specifically trained for canine guests, and dogs do not stay free, cats are not welcomed, and there's no charity tie-in or dog friendly activities to speak of. This is a stay best suited to an owner with a smaller, well-behaved dog who is happy to self-cater on the practical side and values a central Monte Carlo base over any pampering. Owners hoping for a genuinely dog-centred experience, or travelling with a larger breed, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 10/77. 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 23 August 2026.
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Is Port Palace Hotel dog friendly?
Port Palace Hotel 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 Port Palace Hotel?
Yes. Port Palace Hotel charges a pet fee of €50 per night, per dog. A deposit of 100€ 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 Port Palace Hotel?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at Port Palace Hotel. 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 Port Palace Hotel?
No. Port Palace Hotel 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 Port Palace Hotel?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Port Palace Hotel. 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 Port Palace Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in the lounge at Port Palace Hotel. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Is Port Palace Hotel pet-friendly?
Port Palace Hotel 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 F rating.
Are pets allowed at Port Palace Hotel?
Yes. Port Palace Hotel 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 Port Palace Hotel hold?
Port Palace Hotel holds a Rank F 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 Port Palace Hotel?
The pet policy at Port Palace Hotel covers the essentials: a pet fee of €50 per night, per dog applies, up to 1 dog per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the lounge. A deposit of 100€ may also apply. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.