Portola Hotel & Spa
Monterey, California, United States · 4 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dog Food
No Weight LimitPortola Hotel & Spa Dog Friendly Review
Portola Hotel & Spa is certified dog friendly under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank B, and it is the strongest performer among the hotels certified in this round.
Most of the rooms are dog friendly, there is no weight or size limit, and dogs are welcome on the terrace. A dog bed and real food and water bowls are provided, and unusually the hotel sells dog food on site, so a forgotten bag of kibble is not a crisis. The services are what lift this hotel above its peers: dog sitting can be arranged, grooming is available, the team provides guidance on local walking routes, and the hotel runs dog friendly activities. An emergency vet number is kept at the desk. The pet policy is published.
The gaps are modest. Dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant or lounge, there is no garden or dedicated dog space, no treats, toys or poop bags, and no dog walking service. Dogs cannot be left in the room on their own, so build that into your day. Cats are not accepted.
The dog fee is $50, per night, with no damage deposit, and up to two dogs may share a room.
Roch Score: 30/77. 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 10 September 2025.
Portola Hotel & Spa With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is Portola Hotel & Spa dog friendly?
Yes. Portola Hotel & Spa 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
Yes. Portola Hotel & Spa charges a pet fee of $50 plus taxes, per 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Portola Hotel & Spa, 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
No. Portola Hotel & Spa 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at Portola Hotel & Spa. 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
Portola Hotel & Spa provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, dog food for sale 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.
Is Portola Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?
Portola Hotel & Spa 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
Yes. Portola Hotel & Spa 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 Portola Hotel & Spa hold?
Portola Hotel & Spa holds a Rank B 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 Portola Hotel & Spa?
The pet policy at Portola Hotel & Spa covers the essentials: a pet fee of $50 plus taxes, per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.