Savoy Palace
Funchal, Portugal · 5 Star Hotel
Savoy Palace Dog Friendly Review
Savoy Palace holds an acceptable C Roch Rank for dog owners considering Funchal. The hotel recommends nearby green spaces for walks, including Santa Catarina Park and Quinta Magnolia, and its concierge team is happy to suggest further routes around the city. It also shares its pet policy with guests before they book, so there are no surprises on arrival, and it even donates part of its nightly pet service fee to a local animal welfare organisation, SPAD, which speaks well of its wider attitude towards dogs.
In the room your dog will find a dog bed along with food and water bowls, and a welcome treat is provided for canine guests on arrival. Dogs cannot be left unattended in the room, though a pet sitting service can be arranged if you wish to dine somewhere your dog cannot join you, and a dog walking service can also be arranged through the hotel's partner, Dog Training Center. Grooming can similarly be arranged through a local partner, Tin Tin SPA, and the front desk keeps the contact details of a local emergency vet should the need arise. The fee is 80€ per night with no damage deposit, which is reasonable given everything included.
There are real limits to weigh up. Only the Superior Ocean Suite category accepts dogs, a weight limit of 55 lbs applies with one pet per room, and dogs may not be left alone in the room at any point. The hotel does not provide a garden, a dedicated dog space or a dog wash area, poop bags or dog toys, and dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace or lounge. This stay suits an owner with a smaller, calm dog who is happy to book the specified suite and use the sitting service when dining out, but owners with larger dogs, or those who want their dog beside them in communal areas, should look elsewhere.
This hotel welcomes cats, click to see more cat friendly hotels.
Roch Score: 21/77. 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 3 November 2026.
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Is Savoy Palace dog friendly?
Savoy Palace 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 Savoy Palace?
Yes. Savoy Palace charges a pet fee of 80€ 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 Savoy Palace?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at Savoy Palace. 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 Savoy Palace?
Yes. Dogs up to 55 lb are welcome at Savoy Palace. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
What amenities does my dog get at Savoy Palace?
Savoy Palace provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats, 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 Savoy Palace too?
Yes. Savoy Palace 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 Savoy Palace pet-friendly?
Yes. Savoy Palace 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 Savoy Palace?
Yes. Savoy Palace allows dogs and cats to stay. Dogs up to 55 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 Savoy Palace hold?
Savoy Palace 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 Savoy Palace?
The pet policy at Savoy Palace covers the essentials: a pet fee of 80€ per night applies, up to 1 dog per room and a weight limit of 55 lb. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.